Breda is a wonderful host who although friendly gives you your privacy during your stay. The photos are accurate and the barn is a lovely cosy place to stay. It is a great place for a romantic getaway.
There was fuel for the fire, the fridge was stocked with milk and butter and the bathroom with towels (inc. two large towels for shower), toilet rolls and shampoo –things that you often don’t get when going self-catering.
Ballon is a good spot to stay for exploring the local area and surrounding counties. The local filing station (Top garage) is well stocked for a grocery shop and the local takeaway Jimmy’s is worth a visit.
We visited Russborough House and from there drove down through the Wicklow Mountains to Glendalough which was easily done within one day. Altamont Gardens are nearby and is a beautiful place to walk around. For chocolate lovers The Chocolate Garden of Ireland is nearby and next door is Rathwood which is a good spot for afternoon tea. There are some lovely canal walks along the Barrow way. The Arboretum Garden Centre is worth a visit and we had a lovely Sunday lunch there.
We stayed for four nights but wished we had booked for two weeks. Hope to be back again soon.