We were sold on this village as soon as I saw the castle ruins and the 13th Century bridge. It was a great apartment with room to sleep 5 or 6 — so for the two of us it was spacious indeed. There was lots of hot water, the Internet was great, and a parking space right out front. The beds were cozy, the washer and dryer was much appreciated., and the price was very reasonable. The landlady was kind and responsive (she delivered a hair dryer I requested). The Leighlinbridge area is ideal for exploring southeast Ireland. We prefer to stay in small country villages rather than larger towns and cities, and this was the perfect choice. There were three pubs, a pharmacy, a small grocery (and everything) store, post office, a pretty riverside park, and a hotel with a fine restaurant in the village. It is a walker’s paradise. It is situated on the beautiful River Barrow.