Roundwood House Hotel - Mountrath

18th-century Manor in County Laois with Gourmet Dining & Family Hospitality

Historic Setting & Grounds

Roundwood House in Mountrath sits within the Slieve Bloom Mountains, offering 80 acres of gardens and woodland. The 18th-century manor house has a library built by the owner's father. Guests can walk the grounds, where ducks, hens, and dogs roam freely.

Dining & Entertainment

Roundwood House Laois serves a five-course dinner using local and organic ingredients, with options for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets. Paddy, the owner-chef, cooks each meal and occasionally plays guitar and sings after dinner. Breakfast includes full Irish, vegetarian, and vegan choices, all made from scratch.

Family & Pet-Friendly Amenities

Roundwood House Hotel has a children's playground and offers babysitting services for families. The property welcomes pets, with dogs allowed in guest rooms. On-site staff can organize hikes and mountain biking outings in the surrounding countryside.

Nearby Attractions

Roundwood House Co Laois is 15 minutes from the heritage town of Abbeyleix and close to Aghaboe Abbey and Birr Castle. The Slieve Bloom Mountains provide hiking trails with waterfall views at Glenbarrow. Dublin Airport is 69 miles from the hotel.

Communal Experiences

Roundwood House County Laois organizes communal dining where guests share a table and conversations. Evening entertainment includes storytelling and music performances by the hosts in the drawing room. The library has board games and a piano available for guest use.

• Historic Setting: 18th-century manor in Slieve Bloom Mountains
• Dining: Five-course dinner with local organic ingredients
• Entertainment: Live music and storytelling by the owner-chef
• Family: Children's playground and babysitting services
• Pet Policy: Dogs allowed in guest rooms
• Location: 15 minutes from Abbeyleix, 69 miles from Dublin Airport