"Thoughtful creative warm hosts and home, with a welcoming artistic flare without a hint of pretension ....the quirky temperamental toilet was fun rather than a chore ... no boring power shower but just refreshing integrity and uniqueness.... a feast of freshly cooked scones, duck eggs, mushrooms, strawberries, organic yoghurt etc... care, joy and attention in this lovingly tended breakfast .... the best we have ever had in any country we have visited ... no meanness or penny pinching here ... just a genuine generosity and joie de vivre ....thank you for reviving and restoring us .... the best value for money ever."

"A most delightful experience to stay here, interesting and informative hosts make one feel very welcome, a marked contrast to so much indifference experienced in so many B&Bs. And the breakfast, WOW, freshly cooked and tastily different, none of your rashers and eggs in the oven for the last 40 mins here I can tell you. The house would be well worth a visit if it was a tourist attraction."

"You have helped make our first visit to Ireland a memory for life! The breakfast alone makes us want to stay forever."

"You made me feel at home. Your love came through everywhere; in the room, the huge breakfasts and the wonderful dinners and your kindness."

"We both feel richer for staying here."

"A beautiful combination of old world charm touched with modern day hospitality. A home away from home. Feel privileged for the opportunity to have stayed in such a wonderful haven."

"Thank you so much for all your kindness during our stay in Birr. It was a great treat to be in your wonderful home and we hope to return. The little touches made the difference (the Sloe Gin was yummy!) Warmest good wishes..."