Bensfort Lodge,
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Accommodation (Self Catering Lodge, sleeps: 6)
Our Award winning Self Catering Accommodation Situated in the heart of the beautiful Meath countryside near the Irish Heritage Town of Kells. Just over an hours drive from Dublin airport. Conveniently located for those enjoying the many cultural and heritage attractions in the Kells/Meath region.
Once inside the house one is immediately struck by the warm, homely atmosphere that pervades. The lodge has the feeling of being lived in and everybody would automatically feel at home in the comfortable, yet traditional interior.
Main Features
- Bensfort Lodge - Kitchen / Dining Room
Adjoining the hallway is the large kitchen/dining area.
One of the most striking things about this room is the tiling that has been used. The enormous yellow and red tiles are over one hundred years old and were rescued from a salvage yard after their potential for the lodge was realised.
These, along with the antique kitchen table, give the room a genuine sense of rustic charm.
The kitchen area is equipped with massive worktops to facilitate food preparation, as well as an enormous Belfast sink saved from the original house.
On top of this are to be found all the modern conveniences one would expect, like a dishwasher, microwave and large fridge with freezer.
- Bensfort Lodge - Living Room
Also on this level is the large sitting room.
This wooden-floored room is big enough to accommodate a large number of guests, yet the traditional open-fireplace ensures it retains its cozy atmosphere.
As well as this, the rugs, sumptuous sofas and soft lighting lend the room an air of elegant luxury.
The wooden french doors on the south side of the room ensure plenty of natural light right throughout the year.
These doors open onto the large garden patio, equipped with its own barbecue and garden furniture for those long summer evenings.
Bensfort Lodge - Upstairs Bedroom
There are two rooms to the upstairs of the house, a bedroom and a large bathroom.
This upstairs bedroom is one of the most interesting features of the house. It takes the form of a spacious, self-contained wooden loft.
The velux windows on this level offer perhaps the most spectacular views from anywhere in the house. On a clear day one can see mile upon mile of unspoilt countryside.
The bathroom is fitted with long, deep bath, perfect for unwinding at the end of the day.
- Bensfort Lodge - Downstairs Bedrooms
There are two bedrooms downstairs, both with en-suite bathrooms.
One has two single beds.
And the second bedroom downstairs has a double bed.
We want our guests to have a relaxing, comfortable and enjoyable stay at Bensfort Lodge. Guests are welcome to enjoy the garden and patio area, with a barbacue or a game of tennis (facilities are available on request). Other features worth mentioning include: private car parking, oil central heating, colour TV and VCR, washing machine and dryer, fire and security alarms.
Locality (close to: Kells)
Some of the sporting attractions nearby include excellent fishing on the rivers Blackwater and Boyne and spectacular golf courses at Headford and Trim. Garden devotees are well catered for in Meath with beautiful public grounds at Ballinlough Castle and Loughcrew estate. Meath is also famous for its equestrian character and enthusiasts can enjoy horse riding and racing at Navan and Fairyhouse all the year round.
Considering Meath is only thirty miles from Dublin City Centre, it makes it an ideal location for festivals in Ireland and hosts a number of well renowned festivals including old street fairs, such as Scurlogstown Olympiad, the Blue Jeans Festival and the Moynalty Steam Threshing Festival.
Local Attractions
- Bensfort Lodge is perfectly located for visiting the towns, villages and attractions of the Boyne Valley. There are many interesting places to see in this area. Heritage sites spanning 5000 years of Irish history, from the neolithic to the present. There are burial mounds, abbeys, battlefields and castles.
- Lake, forest walks, gardens and parks are a blaze of colour throughout the Summer months.
- Burial mounds, Abbeys, Battlefields and Castles.
- Historic walled gardens and open friendly farms.
- Artisan food producers, farmer markets and restaurants.
Local Activities
- Kells is a beautiful location for an active holiday. The surrounding countryside is ideal for walking, fishing, horse riding, golf, tennis, pitch and putt, canoeing, horseracing, cycling, as well as visiting the many heritage sites in the area.
- Racing festivals, strand races, trekking and equestrian centres.
- Game, sea and coarse angling in lakes and rivers.
- Beautiful and challenging golf courses and golf links
Bensfort Lodge, Picture Gallery (click to enlarge)
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Tariff Information
Tariff Range: from 500 to 750 EUR per week
For weekly tariffs - see opposite
Easter, Christmas & New Year €750
Bank Holidays & Weekends By Arrangement
These rates are by week.
Shorter periods facilitated on request.
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(for weekly bookings the changeover day is Sunday)
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