Perimeter Walk - Roundwood House Accommodation

Perimeter Walk ...

Roundwood House is surrounded by native Irish woodland, now sadly accounting for less than 2% of all Irish woodland. Follow the meandering path of the Perimeter Walk around the grounds & enjoy our patch of this unique ecosystem. Most of the trees on the estate are 300+ years old, species of which include oak, ash, birch, hazel, holly & hawthorn. The path will also lead you through a meadow of wonderful old strains of grass mixed with dandelions, daisies & other wildflowers providing nourishment for the bees & the butterflies.

Chances are you will meet Hannah’s father Frank along the way, chopping wood or puffing on his pipe, always willing to get into a deep political discussion with unsuspecting passersby! See the map HERE.

Wildlife and Pets ...

Our woodland supports native mammals & birds. We have a wonderful array of both on our 18 acres. Badgers, hedgehogs, red squirrels, hares, pine martens & foxes (ducks beware!). All spotted here on a regular basis, usually on late night or early morning walks. We also have bats, barn owls, cuckoos, willow warblers, woodpeckers & lots of little song birds. If you’re an early riser, tuning in to the dawn chorus is a magical experience in Spring & Summer at Roundwood.

In addition to the wildlife we have lots of outdoor pets here - cats, dogs, guinea pigs, hens and ducks. Amelie & Lucie are always delighted to take any of our smaller guests, or bigger animal-loving guests, on an introductory tour.

Outbuildings

As you stroll around the grounds at Roundwood you will encounter numerous 18th century outbuildings and feel the hum of a previous time. The Greeks called it kairos - a sense of the past that intrudes into and challenges the present. Keeping all these buildings standing is certainly a challenge for us but without them Roundwood would lack the balance and sense of history that makes her so special.

There is a beautiful Georgian stable block, an old Coach House and Forge, a tiny little Gardener's Cottage and the piece de resistance: a wonderful and unique stone flax mill, now wood shed/exhibition space and breathtaking in its beauty. It is also without a doubt the most photographed woodshed in Ireland!