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Located in a picturesque valley between the village of Stradbally and the town of Athy, this beautifully restored Georgian residence has wonderful literary and theatrical associations. Previous residents include renowned personalities such as C. Day-Lewis (Poet Laureate and father of actor Daniel Day-Lewis), actor Sebastian Shaw and actor Sir John Hurt.

Exclusive House and Yurt Rental

By booking exclusive hire of the house, guests have free run of a lavishly appointed Georgian manor & fourteen acres of beautifully landscaped gardens in which there is ample further accommodation within the School House, the Garden Wing and Yurts.

Discerningly furnished while homely & cosy, Ballintubbert's farmhouse kitchen is beautifully appointed for all your self catering needs as well as comprehensively setup for our house chef should you wish to meal plan around our home.

Ballintubbert also offers "The Yurt Village" 6 yurts located in the long meadow. These yurts can be booked as one large family and friends booking. Contact [email protected]

14 acres of Garden Rooms surrounding an 18th Century Georgian Manor House

The gardens at Ballintubbert are a series of Garden Rooms arranged symmetrically around the centrepiece of the simple Georgian manor house. The gardens have been developed since the 1850s and are continuing to develop following the Arts and Crafts tradition, using a series of living garden rooms to create an ever-changing journey through the grounds. Recently described as “An enchanting work of art- intimate and extraordinarily peaceful.”  Highlights include:

  • Georgian Manor | Restored 18th Century Georgian Manor | Home of Day-Lewis
  • Literary and Theatrical Links | Home to actor Sebastian Shaw and Sir John Hurt, birthplace of Poet Laureate Cecil Day-Lewis.
  • Garden Rooms | A series of Garden Rooms including The Rose Garden, Lutyens Garden, The Little Orchard and Nuttery.
  • The Lutyens Garden | Inspired by the Sir Edwin Lutyen designed garden at Heywood Gardens, Ballinakill, Co. Laois
  • Herb Garden | recreation of the herb garden by former house resident, Darth Vader actor, Sebastian Shaw
  • Experiences | Garden Tours, Wellbeing Retreats, Yoga, Foraging and Herbal Medicine .

Upcoming garden open days are August 25th and September 26th.

When opened very occasionally the gardens may be closed for a private event – please check our Facebook page for details before travelling.

 

 

Guided Tour with Head Gardener

Discover the gardens and behind the scenes stories with the Head Gardener. €10/adult

Guided Tour with Head Gardener with High Tea

Discover the gardens and their history before enjoying High Tea in ‘The Tabernacle’, €20/person

Guided Tour with Head Gardener Afternoon Tea

Tour of gardens and House with Head Gardener followed by an opportunity to enjoy an intimate afternoon tea in Ballintubbert House. €40/person

All tours and teas must be prebooked, see contact details below.

Christmas At Ballintubbert

This stunning country house and the organic estate is the perfect private home to entertain, enthuse and excite your guests and employees this Christmas season

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Located in a picturesque valley between the village of Stradbally and the town of Athy, this beautifully restored Georgian residence has wonderful literary and theatrical associations. Previous residents include renowned personalities such as C. Day-Lewis (Poet Laureate and father of actor Daniel Day-Lewis), actor Sebastian Shaw and actor Sir John Hurt.

Exclusive House and Yurt Rental

By booking exclusive hire of the house, guests have free run of a lavishly appointed Georgian manor & fourteen acres of beautifully landscaped gardens in which there is ample further accommodation within the School House, the Garden Wing and Yurts.

Discerningly furnished while homely & cosy, Ballintubbert's farmhouse kitchen is beautifully appointed for all your self catering needs as well as comprehensively setup for our house chef should you wish to meal plan around our home.

Ballintubbert also offers "The Yurt Village" 6 yurts located in the long meadow. These yurts can be booked as one large family and friends booking. Contact [email protected]

14 acres of Garden Rooms surrounding an 18th Century Georgian Manor House

The gardens at Ballintubbert are a series of Garden Rooms arranged symmetrically around the centrepiece of the simple Georgian manor house. The gardens have been developed since the 1850s and are continuing to develop following the Arts and Crafts tradition, using a series of living garden rooms to create an ever-changing journey through the grounds. Recently described as “An enchanting work of art- intimate and extraordinarily peaceful.”  Highlights include:

  • Georgian Manor | Restored 18th Century Georgian Manor | Home of Day-Lewis
  • Literary and Theatrical Links | Home to actor Sebastian Shaw and Sir John Hurt, birthplace of Poet Laureate Cecil Day-Lewis.
  • Garden Rooms | A series of Garden Rooms including The Rose Garden, Lutyens Garden, The Little Orchard and Nuttery.
  • The Lutyens Garden | Inspired by the Sir Edwin Lutyen designed garden at Heywood Gardens, Ballinakill, Co. Laois
  • Herb Garden | recreation of the herb garden by former house resident, Darth Vader actor, Sebastian Shaw
  • Experiences | Garden Tours, Wellbeing Retreats, Yoga, Foraging and Herbal Medicine .

Upcoming garden open days are August 25th and September 26th.

When opened very occasionally the gardens may be closed for a private event – please check our Facebook page for details before travelling.

 

 

Contact
Ballintubbert - Gardens & House, Ballintubbert, Stradbally, County Laois
52.983469, -7.085066