Mairead & Jimmy offer luxury accommodation in Kilkenny, which has long been recognised as the cultural and heritage capital of Ireland. Light refreshments available at all times in the beautiful relaxing guest lounge. Newlands Lodge is situated in beautiful countryside, just 4 miles from the magnificent Kilkenny Castle and the 13th century St Canice's cathedral. Newlands Lodge is ideally located to tour the surrounding counties of Waterford, (Crystal Factory and Copper Coastline)  Tipperary,(Rock of Cashel) and Wexford,(Dunbrody Famine ship and John F. Kennedy's homestead) all less than 1 hours drive. Dublin is connected to Kilkenny by motorway and the drive is 90 minutes. Newlands Lodge's location in the famed sunny south east is also home to some of the finest golf courses in Ireland, the most famous of which is Mount Juliet which is only 10 minutes drive from Newlands Lodge. There are many very scenic walking trails, the cycling enthusiast is also well catered for in the area, and plenty of water activities to be enjoyed. Annual travellers choice winner Newlands Lodge welcomes you to its peaceful atmosphere enhanced by a fine reputation of hospitality and customer care.