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The Coach House: Traveller Reviews

Butlerstown Castle, Butlerstown, Ireland
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The Coach House
4.5 of 5 stars 9 Reviews
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Florida
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
“Beautiful and welcoming”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 August 2009

A friend and I stayed one night on our journey toward Dublin. Des had been kind enough to send driving directions by email prior to my trip, so we had no trouble locating the property. Upon arriving we were offered tea in the sitting room. Des is wonderfully friendly and helpful. The house and grounds are beautiful and the rooms spacious and comfortable. Waterford is a short drive away. We wandered the back garden, explored the adjoining ruins of what was once a grand home adjoining the property, and enjoyed a wonderful breakfast. I indulged in whole wheat pancakes with warm maple syrup and plenty of fresh fruit, coffee and tea. My favorite B and B of those we stayed at during our trip around the south of Ireland. Lovely and relaxing.
Waterford crystal is no more, and hasn't really been produced in the traditional fashion for many years now, in order to make it cheaper and more competitive. But Waterford is still a great place to visit. For traditional, hand-crafted Irish lead crystal, go to Kinsale. Two families of former Waterford craftsmen make the real deal there at Kinsale Crystal (33% lead and very heavy and thick with 90 degree cuts). Far more sparkle and fire than the recent watered-down, disappointing, shallow-cut mass market version of Waterford crystal that was being made and marketed (Marc Jacobs Waterford crystal?- gag me). I bought a lovely piece from Kinsale Crystal. No tours, but the product will not disappoint and the prices are reasonable if you are after traditional hand-made Irish crystal. You can also order through their website. Yay!

Stayed August 2009, travelled with friends
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Connecticut
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Peaceful with a great breakfast”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 September 2008

The Coach House was a really nice B&B. This was the most expensive B&B we stayed at, but it lived up to its price. Des was a great host. He gave us a really detailed map of the town center with significance on the best places to eat. The location was setback in the country and we had a great view of Waterford from our room. Town center was about a 10 minute drive. The rooms were extremely spacious with good size beds and bathrooms en-suite. Breakfast offered a wide variety of fresh fruit, scones and a couple different choices for hot meals. We went for the pancakes. They were very good, nice and light. There was also plenty of parking, so we didn't have to worry about trying to make our massive 9-passenger van fit into a tiny space.

Overall, great place to stay just outside the city.

  • Liked — Host, Breakfast
  • Disliked — nothing
  • Stayed August 2008, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“A place in the country side: perfect!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 August 2007
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We stayed at the Coach House for one night and had a very good time. Des is extremely personable and took very good care of us.

The room was lovely, the bathroom extremely clean and the view was above any expectations; we overlooked the country side and saw rabbits & foxes playing in the fields!

The place is perfect to explore Waterford and drive to the Coast.

All in all, a very highly recommended place!!!

  • Stayed August 2007, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“The Coach House - Utopia”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2007
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The Coach House is a wonderful experience. We arrived and Des, our host, immediately made us feel at home after a long drive. We were shown through the Guesthouse and our rooms - all of which are furnished with delightful antiques.
We relaxed in the beautiful gardens and then proceeded to explore the ruins of the castle and stables which transport you back in time and gives you the opportunity to try and imagine life in those times. There is such a peaceful aura about the Coach House and the surroundings and we will definitely stay there when we return to Ireland.

  • Liked — Castle ruins
  • Stayed June 2007, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
“Fantastic!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 October 2006
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I have been lucky enough to stay here twice and I can highly recommend
it. The Coach House is about 10 minutes drive from Waterford and
situated in a quiet country lane with views towards Waterford and the
surrounding countryside.

The Coach House is a very well appointed B&B in quiet, peaceful
surroundings. There is a very luxurious residents lounge, with open fire,
books, games and comfy chesterfields (but, thankfully, no television). The
rooms are quite large and (I think) all are ensuite. with the usual
facilities.

The hosts are friendly and helpful and can provide you with all sorts
of ideas for visiting local attractions and restaurants.

I stayed the first time by chance, the second time, by choice. And if I
get the chance to go back to Ireland again, I would hope to go back
there again.

  • Liked — Location, facilities, quiet location.
  • Disliked — Nothing!
  • Stayed September 2005, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Butlerstown Castle, Butlerstown, Ireland
Price range (per night):* 106 AUD - 106 AUD

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