Blackhill Woods Retreat

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Scored 9
Rated wonderful

Free Wifi

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Blackhill Woods Retreat in Abbeyleix offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and modern amenities. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and soundproofing for a relaxing stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Additional facilities include a yoga studio, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots. Free on-site private parking and bicycle parking cater to active travelers. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, à la carte, vegetarian, and vegan. Breakfast includes warm dishes, juice, and fruits, highly praised by guests. Local Attractions: Located 21 mi from Athy Heritage Center-Museum and 23 mi from Kilkenny Castle, the property provides easy access to local landmarks.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Donna
United States United States
“The luxurious nature of the place and size of the room!! I felt like I was in a private plush resort! The attendant was so kind! We were desperate for a place as we had been up for over 36 hours and my husband was falling asleep at the wheel! We...”
Noreen
Ireland Ireland
“Great room and breakfast. Lovely walk through the woods. Location is very natural and away from it all”
Stefanie
Ireland Ireland
“The room was really comfortable, the surroundings are gorgeous, and the breakfast was delicious! Simon was really helpful and we felt right at home.”
Julie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very peaceful, it was lovely to lie and listen to the birds. The room was spacious and the bed was comfortable. We had a good night's sleep! Simon was very friendly and made us feel extremely welcome in his home.”
Rfraska
United States United States
“The breakfast and Host were AMAZING! The views from the room and large bath is so nice too.”
Shannon
United States United States
“absolutely gorgeous! tucked into the woods a bit so seems very private. the rooms were beautiful and had great views (would be lovely to see the gardens in the springtime!). staff were very friendly and helpful!”
Carmel
Ireland Ireland
“It is a very peaceful place and comfortable.Simon was the perfect host.”
Ahern
Ireland Ireland
“Loved everything about this place.Quite ,tranquil location.Calming to the nervous system.Room was big and airy with the most comfortable bed.There was the most interesting mini library in the room.Simon is a great host,warm and friendly.Highly...”
Julie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The peaceful surroundings, gorgeous bath for relaxation. So comfortable , breakfast was brought to our room. Host Simon was very accommodating.”
Sana
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I loved the location, the host was so warm & welcoming and the room was spotless, food was lovely”

Hosted by Blackhill Woods Retreat

9.7
Host Review Score
Blackhill Woods Retreat
We warmly welcome you to our family home and retreat, nestled on the edge of the wild. Here, you are invited to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and savor the quiet beauty of nature. Our retreat is part of a living landscape, intentionally rewilding to support native plants, animals, bees, and all creatures great and small. Please walk gently here, take your time, and let yourself breathe deeply into the peace of this place. We are an eco-conscious retreat — we use only eco-friendly products and practices, serve vegetarian breakfasts (optional, with love), and offer a yoga studio where you’re welcome to join classes or events. If you have any questions, requests, or need anything at all, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We are so happy to share this sacred space with you.
Simon & Eilish welcome you and openly share the space of Blackhill Woods Yoga & Well Being Retreat with you. They are both friendly, kind and interested in many aspects of life and creating a deeper sense of well being, naturally. Both are yoga teachers & therapists. Simon & Eilish are happy to help where needed and guide you along your journey to perhaps experience more out of Abbeyleix and the surrounding countryside. If you would like to book Yoga classes or therapy sessions just contact them for further info.
Abbeyleix is a beautiful heritage town in the south of County Laois full of charm and history. Abbeyleix is blessed to have an abundance of Nature surrounding the town, Heywood Gardens, the Sensory Gardens in the town, Sexton House, the Abbeyleix Bog with over 10km of various designated walkways, Dunmore Woods, Blackhills, St Michael & All the Angels Church, The church of the Holy Rosary, de Vesey Estate, the Heritage House & Museum & an array of good bars, restaurants and cafes to choose from. Then within a short car journey the rest of Laois has the famous Glen Barrow Waterfall in the Slieve Bloom Mountains, the Ridge of Cappard with views across the country, walks, treks and now cycle tracks across the mountain range. The village of Durrow is 10km from us with more cafes, bars and the 5* Hotel & Gardens of Castle Durrow. The Rock of Dunamase is only a 20 min drive and boasts panoramic views of Laois from the top of an Ancient Fort dating back a thousand years! Emo Court is to the north approx 25mins from us with its own lake, walks and a cafe in the beautiful estate house which has tours throughout the day. Kilkenny City is 35 mins, Portlaoise 15 mins, Carlow 30 min
Languages spoken: English,Irish

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House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per person, per night

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 8:00 PM and 9:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 09:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.