Barna Clomantagh, Lower Via Thurles Co Kilkenny, Freshford, E41 N6C4
What's nearby
St. Canice's Cathedral - 26 min drive - 23.7 km
Black Abbey - 26 min drive - 26.1 km
The Hub - 27 min drive - 30.1 km
Kilkenny Castle - 29 min drive - 27.1 km
Butler House - 29 min drive - 27.1 km
Getting around
Kilkenny Station - 24 min drive
Thurles Station - 26 min drive
Ballybrophy Station - 32 min drive
Restaurants
The Forge - 8 min drive
Morrissey's Bar & Restaurant - 7 min drive
The Valley Inn - 5 min drive
Macari's Take Away - 7 min drive
Coffee to a Tea - 8 min drive
About this property
Kate's Rest
Enjoy your visit to Freshford with a stay at Kate's Rest. Guests will have free perks like WiFi, self parking, and wired internet.
At a glance
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Hotel size
6 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Television in common areas
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)) and free wired internet
More
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: EUR 20 per person, per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
Also known as
Kate's Rest Freshford
Kate's Rest Bed & breakfast
Kate's Rest Bed & breakfast Freshford
Frequently asked questions
Does Kate's Rest offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kate's Rest does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Kate's Rest?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Kate's Rest?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kate's Rest?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
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Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.6
Cleanliness
9.2
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2024
Enjoyable 3 nights
Very quaint b and b. Host extremely friendly.
Kevin
Kevin, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2025
Ollie could not do enough to make us feel welcome, the rooms were spotless and had everything you needed
But really stood out was the fact our ferry was cancelled and had to book another night at last minute, he had no problem with doing this and when asked how much we owed him on check out he would accept any money, just said he was please could make our inconvenience a little better, this will now be our favourite accommodation when visiting family, amazing stay!
Gemma
Gemma, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2024
Loved it
Great location not far from Kilkenny, quiet and comfortable. Owner was great.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
We were visiting Kilkenny and chose Kate’s Rest to stay at. The owner was so kind and took the time to chat and help us with anything we needed, it was a very personable experience. We stayed in a beautiful apartment (we had one double and two twin beds) what came with a kitchen and lovely open shower. The views are unbelievable and it was a great location. We would highly recommend a stay at Kate’s Rest.
Kaycee
Kaycee, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
May 13, 2025
Kate's Rest was clean and quiet. The accomadations were satisfactory. The breakfast was cold cereals, toast, yogurt, coffee and juice. We felt a bit confused and unsure when we arrived because there's not a receptionist area or how to find the host.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2025
An adorable little place with very attentive and pleasant proprietor. Very clean. Terrific breakfast! The entire stay exceeded our expectations. Excellent!
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2025
Relaxing stay in a big place in Freshford.
Sam
Sam, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 9, 2026
Nice place, good amenities. Breakfast is just toast and cereal, simple but sufficient.
Sienna
Sienna, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2024
Wonderful Bed and Breakfast
Kevin
Kevin, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2023
Great location, kind and attentive host. Would certainly stay here again.
Ethan
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2025
Wonderful place to stay
This is a beautiful place to stay. Oliver was an excellent host. I would recommend this place to anyone.
Sheri
Sheri, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2025
Oliver was very personable and he let us wash and dry a load of clothes.
Carman D
Carman D, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2024
Ollie was a great host
JOHN
JOHN, 10-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2025
Not enough variety
Patricia
Patricia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2026
Très belle chambre petit hic petit déjeuner (pain de mie beurre confiture lait café) un peu juste
CHRISTOPHE
CHRISTOPHE, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 15, 2026
La chambre est spacieuse, les attentions laissées pour le petit dej
Marine
Marine, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2026
Chambre au top, hyper propre.
JEAN MICHEL
JEAN MICHEL, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 23, 2025
- einfaches Frühstück: Kaffee, Toast, Marmelade, und Obst
- Zimmer klein aber es ist alles vorhanden und sehr gemütlich
- wir hatten unseren Schlüssel verloren, dieser wurde ohne Probleme neu
Un lieu très reposant et dépaysant loin de l'effervescence. Accueil chaleureux, hôte disponible et de bon conseil pour les visites.
Établissement propre, serviettes à disposition