I had a transport disaster and was tempted to cancel my planned visit to Ballincard House, and I am so very grateful that thanks to Irene and Daves over generous offer of a pickup from Birr I was able to visit this amazing place.
This couple are superb hosts and are working hard to keep Ballincard in shape for the future of their families generations as a mark of respect and love for the past generations.
I would recommend this flat to anyone who is looking for a centralised location from which to explore Ireland. It's setting is sublimely peaceful, and it's basically 2 and a bit hours from anywhere in Ireland, with motorways nearby but not intruding..
Stay for much longer than one night, which is all I had booked on this trip.
In chatting to Irene and Dave one learns about their love of what they do and the work and ecological ethic behind the Ballincard woodlands.
Do not miss out on Daves craft output and to see what amazing works come out of Ballincard woods...
Saying goodbye was like actually saying goodbye to old friends.
Don't miss this if you want to experience a side of Irish life that is sadly all too rarely respected, the building is a gem and is authentic in almost every way. Except perhaps for the electric blankets...