Welcome to Ballywilliam House, a majestic waterside Georgian sanctuary. With eight large bedrooms and six bathrooms, this airy haven is perfect for families or groups of friends. Enjoy the large lounge with fireplace, dining room and courtyard with heated gazebo.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 24455 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
The current price is AED 2,548
AED 2,548
AED 4,365 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Ballywilliam House,Kinsale, 8 mins to town, sleeps 32 guests
This property is Fáilte Ireland's Welcome Standard approved accommodation located within the catchment of the Wild Atlantic Way.
When booking please enter the correct amount of guests staying, only guests on the booking are allowed within the grounds of the property at any time.
Built in 1816 Ballywilliam House is a majestic waterside Georgian sanctuary in a magnificent private setting on the elevated site on the banks of the river Bandon a five-minute drive from the picturesque town of Kinsale. The property oozes history, its believed a house has existed on the land at Ballywilliam in some form since 1765, the IRA Ani Treaty tried to occupy the property in 1922 and the property was owed by American singer song writer and pianist Tori Amos from 1995 until 2019. Many Albums were written at Ballywillam House when it was turned into a residential recording studio, videos and photographs for the album Night of the Hunters were also taken there.
Spread over three floors, the property boosts eight large bedrooms and six bathrooms. There is a large lounge with a large fireplace, a dining room.
The house is airy and filled with light, it has tall ceilings and extraordinary twelve over twelve sash windows. A curved cantilevere staircase with a spectacular oriel window leads to the upstairs.
The property is situated on 3 acres. For the children there is a fifty-foot climbing frame, football pitch and an outer building containing table tennis and football table.
To the rear of the house is a courtyard with original cut stone walls containing a large heated gazebo, with a dining table and relaxed seating area.
A path leads to the magical waterfront and a drystone seated theatre and fire pit, with a pathway leading to a further heated gazebo with the most amazing river views.
The house is at the end of a two-kilometer cul-de- sac and offers the utmost privacy. Once inside the gates, you enter a majestic haven that offers peace and tranquiliy away from today’s bustling world.
All guests are advised to take out travel insurance , incase you need to cancel your booking for unseen reasons , or for damages done at the property during your stay , this is optional of course and is down to the person making the booking.
Where early check in is available we charge €100 per hour
There is strictly no parties or events at the property. For the children there is a 52 foot climbing frame, swing, slide , trampoline, goal posts, mini golf, table tennis, football table.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
8 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
6 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Foosball table
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
There is a 10 mile per hour speed limit when you enter Ballywilliam Lane the road the property is on ,please respect this rule.
We do not allow music to be played outside of the property.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Ballywilliam House 5 Minutes to Kinsale Town Centre
Ballywilliam House, 5 minutes to kinsale town centre Kinsale
About the neighborhood
Located in Kinsale, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Kinsale Golf Club and Old Head Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nohaval Cove and Rocky Bay. Traveling with kids? Consider Lusitania Memorial Garden and Will and Away. Motor boating, sailing, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Kinsale travel guide
Is Ballywilliam House,Kinsale, 8 mins to town, sleeps 32 guests pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Ballywilliam House,Kinsale, 8 mins to town, sleeps 32 guests?
As of 27 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ballywilliam House,Kinsale, 8 mins to town, sleeps 32 guests on 16 April 2026 start from AED 2,548, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ballywilliam House,Kinsale, 8 mins to town, sleeps 32 guests?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ballywilliam House,Kinsale, 8 mins to town, sleeps 32 guests?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ballywilliam House,Kinsale, 8 mins to town, sleeps 32 guests located?
This family-friendly Kinsale vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Saint Multose Church, Desmond Castle and The Kinsale Museum. James Fort and Ringfinnan Garden of Remembrance are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Ballywilliam House,Kinsale, 8 mins to town, sleeps 32 guests Reviews
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Wonderful
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Excellent home and property… and the communications with Ryan were quick and effective.
arnie
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Daniel J.
9 September 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great property with a not so great upkeep
The mansion is gorgeous, located in a gorgeous spot by the river. It’s surrounded by farms and you can see/hear cows for a majority of time. Views from the ground and upper floors are pleasant (river, farmland, occasional fog and a horizontal rain due to high winds). Plenty of space and neatly decorated rooms. Almost everything indoors is in a working condition, except for a one shower cabin in the basement that has a drainage problem.
Disappointing aspect of the place was a dryer situation. The website advertises as having washer/dryer. The washing machine has no dryer feature/or a separate dryer. We were advised by the manager to use the old fashioned dryer that is a standing cloth hanger, or use the dryer line outside. Due to the constant humidity and rain at the time, drying clothes outside was not an option. Plus, the outside drying line was in a bad shape, full of cobwebs and dirty. It’s not guests’ problem to clean cobwebs/dirt inside the mansion or around it. Cleanliness of the property was not in a good condition. Spiders and cobwebs on the windows inside, and on the ceilings. Pest control wasn’t existent. Lack of cleanliness and no electric dryer in the mansion are a disservice to the property and guests. Both gazebos were in a dirty/cobweb state, too. Still, property itself is beautiful and has a potential. There was an issue with the water heater, but the manager took care of it promptly. All in all, after fixing up flaws, the place is worth to stay at.
Daniel J.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
14 July 2021
Liked: Amenities, communication
We had a lovely stay, weather was beautiful. House located outside Kinsale on a bad windy lane. Overall Cleanliness needed attention.