Holly Hut Shepherds Hut

Holly Hut Shepherds Hut Nature lodge in County Kilkenny

4.6 / 5.0

Outstanding(146 Ratings)

Nature lodge in County Kilkenny

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this nature lodge rental

Featuring garden views, Holly Hut Shepherds Hut offers accommodation with a terrace and a patio, around 11 km from Kilkenny Castle. Located 10 km from Kilkenny Railway Station, the property provides a garden and free private parking.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of County Kilkenny

Nearby attractions

Irish National Heritage Park

67.4 mi

Available Rooms

Studio with Garden View

1 Double • 150 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

$$$$

Holly Hut Shepherds Hut

$$$$

4.6 / 5.0

Outstanding(146 Ratings)

Nature lodge in County Kilkenny

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of County Kilkenny

Nearby attractions

Irish National Heritage Park

67.4 mi

Available Rooms

Studio with Garden View

1 Double • 150 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

4.6 / 5.0

Outstanding(146 Ratings)

100% verified reviews

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2024

Release the stress of the city life , don’t miss this opportunity to pack away your troubles for a few days at least I’l

Warm cosy I’ve a Smylie on my face since I’ve got here , everything available for a perfect stay peace & quiet Caroline a beautiful warm & friendly lady ?!! Great setting in one of Ireland,s little hidden gem,s if you like green & walks in nature don’t miss this shepherd,s hut experience the stress just eases away 😃😃😃👍

4.5 / 5.0

Oct 2023

Toller, unvergesslicher Aufenthalt am Schloss😍

Wunderschön angelegter Garten in dem die drei Wagen stehen. Super ausgestattet, mit Feuerstelle draußen und schönen Sitzmöglichkeiten lädt es zur Erholung ein.

Leider waren die Matratzen sehr dünn, für einen längeren Aufenthalt für uns nicht geeignet. Wenig Möglichkeiten seine Sachen zu lagern.

1.5 / 5.0

Jul 2023

The garden

The space

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Usually stay hotels glad broke from the norm to discover the place

Owner and her daughter absolutely made the experience and stay one to come.back for more.

Didn't get to stay longer

4.5 / 5.0

May 2023

A delightful stay in a pleasant setting

Breakfast not provided location was slightly difficult to find but good instructions given Pleasant setting and friendly host

4.5 / 5.0

May 2023

A nice place to get away from it all

1. Very secluded area out and away from the big cities - Irish countryside. 2. The property itself was very beautiful and you could tell they had put a lot of effort into making their huts a beautiful place to stay out an away from everything. The gardens and plants were wonderful. 3. Up next to a park area with castle ruins and an interesting history that was easily accessible.

1. The bed - it was a pull-out trundle type, which was fine for glamping - however there was a slat missing right in the middle of the bed and there wasn't any support where the missing part should have been (if they replace the missing slat - all would be as expected for a glamp in the woods). 2. There was only about 5 minutes of warm water in the shower - brrrrrrr. 3. We were a bit confused when we arrived - I thought that the glamping was next to a hotel/guesthouse and we knocked to check-in and finally found the keys left for us in the hut doors. Realized it was a private residence and we never saw anyone associated with the property for check-in or check out, which was different.

4.5 / 5.0

Apr 2023

Superb

Beautiful setting. Loved the door access to the forest, which was beautiful.Would recommend for a relaxing break away.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

will be back

location and views

little bit more room

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

stunning grounds, with a garden door into a magical forest

adorable and cozy, in an amazing setting!

a bit of a drive, we were fine with a car tho.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

Aaamazing time

I don t know how to express myself so i ca add one more brilliant review to this location. We had a lovely but lovely mommy and daddy away from reality ♡. The host is brilliant and they are a lovely family. It s the perfect place to be just with your partner¡♡ Perffect location the forest is brilliant

I didn t like the fact thats not next to our house , so we can escape every time easier 🥰🥰🥰

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Perfect country escape.

Incredibly well thought out. Very cosy and comfy and stays warm during cold nights. It has power, hot water and plenty of power outlets.

4.5 / 5.0

Mar 2023

peaceful and lots of birds!

Great location not far from town and next to a wildlife preserve

no wifi

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2023

Wonderful host, wonderful hut, wonderful location.

The location is excellent and the hut is exceptional. A lovely forest walk is just behind and can be accessed through a secret garden style door. Kilkenny city is a short drive away and is well worth a visit.

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

Peaceful and calming.

Karima was very kind and helpful. The location was magical right next to the woods. I will definitely be back again.

I couldn't fault anything, everything was perfect

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

Exceptional

The host was fabulous. The property was hands down my favorite while traveling in Ireland.

3.5 / 5.0

Nov 2022

Good

Very pretty, walks around looked lovely, the only reason we didn’t avail of these was the poor weather.

Bed was unfortunately not very comfortable. It was quite difficult to get a taxi into town.

5.0 / 5.0

Nov 2022

Irish hospitality and scenery

Myself, my husband and my dog stayed here for the night. It was so cosy, made even more so by the host putting the heating on for us especially just before our arrival. We were also checked on to make sure everything was ok despite the absolute lashing rain! Such a beautiful, quiet space. Went for a stunning walk in the adjacent forest too. What a slice of heaven. Will definitely be back!

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Loved every minute of our time at Holly Hut, so relaxing and tranquil.

Absolutely stunning location, super clean, Cosy shepherds hut, Christine is an amazing host. The perfect finish to amazing 2 weeks in Ireland. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting a stunning location, peace and tranquillity

nothing

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

A cycle touring adventure stay recommended for all adoring mother natures gifts and kindness of soul

Here at Jenkinstown house, family are creating a sanctuary space for all to connect to the land, themselves and Mother Nature all around. The stay in the Huts brings us close to the gardens of Jenkinstown House, where the well collects beautifully crisp water for the nourishment of our bodies and all the plants and animals present here. The warmth within the huts is tremendous! With really comfortable beds. Being given a cosy warm place to stay in the midst of paradise for a really affordable price makes me really happy! Within the hut and welcome home of Caroline, Kadima, Joe and Luan flows a steady source for creative works. This is something I am truly thankful for. Seated at the pleasant table within the shepherds hut after having enjoyed a heartwarming meal prepared and shared graciously by Caroline, I found the most clear path to write and practice music. Whether working remotely from a device or carrying an instrument, the huts are a place to rest and unwind for sure. With sounds of nature all around to aid gentle instrumental work or peaceful typing/writing. Arrive to Jenkinstown house and feel the warmth of good care and love for our home here with Mother Earth.

Nothing at all, everything is fine.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Magical stay in the countryside.

The hut is in an awesome location. The hut is small but it has everything you need and is very comfy. Outside is a seating area with your own firepit, chair and tables. Very quiet and beautiful surroundings. It's also a quick walk to the forest with lots of trails. The owner, Caroline was terrific, warm and welcoming, making sure we had everything we needed. I give her ten stars for her hospitality! Thank you for such a memorable stay.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2022

We got a warm welcome which made all the difference to our stay

We did our own breakfast the facilities were there, we came prepared as we had a phone call with the lady before our stay telling us how to get there and what was in in the accommodation which was very helpful .we got avery warm welcome and we would certainly go back again. It’s in a lovely location and we were sorry we only had the one night.

No complaints whatsoever.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2022

Excellent

If you are looking for a beautiful country location to stay then this is it. From the forestry walks to the outside area of your hut where you can sit back and enjoy a nice outside timber stove and nice seating area a lovely place to visit

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2022

Great Glamping experience in lovely location not far from Kilkenny City

Karima & Caroline our hosts were such lovely people and a pleasure to deal with. Very helpful and friendly, giving good tips on where to eat vegan food, so top hosts and thank you for your hospitality. We rented the three shepherds huts for the duration of our stay late August and they were all very clean, modern, comfortable with electricity and sockets to charge your gadgets. Nice ensuite bathroom - I note other comments regarding the shower but if you are careful and don't blast out hot water on full we managed decent showers up up to 5 mins, which is plenty of time. Great outdoor seating area to each hut with individual chimineas and a separate communal BBQ area. Next to Jenkinstown wood which has a lovely walk and also a deer sanctuary where you can hand feed the deer. Great location for exploring Kilkenny or further afield - we went to Wicklow mountains which is just over an hour away, plus lots of other places in Galway, Carlow, Tipperary & Waterford. We would definitely stay again as we did enjoy it very much.

Nothing

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

very nice place

me and my partner had a lovely weekend here . couldn’t downfall anything . really nice . will definitely be back here

only thing was shower was going hot and cold

5.0 / 5.0

May 2022

Exceptional

Loved the hut and the outdoor area.

Nothing

5.0 / 5.0

May 2022

Exceptional

The host was so welcoming and friendly and so accommodating and that was a stand out moment along with the amazing countryside which offered peace & tranquility and the walking trails around the property was another great reason to want to stay longer

5.0 / 5.0

May 2022

Exceptional

Wonderful hosts , truly . A beautiful and historic location and something truly unique . I would highly recommend others to stay here

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2021

class

absolutely beautiful setting long winding driveway to castle ,huts located up steps to lovely garden area , lovely fire pit seating area if weather was nice ,the shepherds huts feel spacious , they have everything you need , nice bathroom shower etc, lovely walk in the morning to the woods at the back of property , deer etc . overall 5star stay

4.0 / 5.0

Nov 2021

Very good

Lovely place - very cosy and peaceful

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in County Kilkenny?

The average price for a rental in County Kilkenny is $169 per night. This rental is $27 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Holly Hut Shepherds Hut. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this nature lodge. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Holly Hut Shepherds Hut pet friendly?

Yes! This nature lodge is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Holly Hut Shepherds Hut?

We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, parking, balcony or patio, and garden.

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Holly Hut Shepherds Hut

Nature lodge in County Kilkenny

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of County Kilkenny

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Studio with Garden View

Holly Hut Shepherds Hut

Nature lodge in County Kilkenny

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of County Kilkenny

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Studio with Garden View

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in County Kilkenny?

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Is Holly Hut Shepherds Hut pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Holly Hut Shepherds Hut?

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