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Burtown House, Green Barn and Gardens

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'Best Budget' denotes moderately priced establishment (max. less than €50pps for accommodation or €35 for 3-course meal without drinks) A selection of establishments outside the standard categories that should enhance the discerning travellers experience of Ireland Denotes genuine Irish food culture, ie special Irish food products/companies/producers, and highlights the best places to shop for regional and artisan foods; the selection excludes obvious 'non-Irish' elements regardless of quality, eg ethnic restaurants and specialists in coffee, wine and other drinks, unless relevant to local production or history. Eat & Stay establishments are chosen for their commitment to showcasing local produce and Irish hospitality. Outstanding Location, building or atmosphere The "Best of the Best" - Only the very best establishments across various categories have been chosen for this accolade

Burtown House, Green Barn and Gardens

A visit to Burtown is one of the most rewarding days out to be found anywhere in Ireland; the beautiful gardens, woodland and artworks feed the soul - and, thanks to fresh seasonal produce from the organic walled garden, a holistic local food policy and very good, simple cooking, the body will be exceptionally well fed here too...Not surprisingly, considering the simple deliciousness of the cooking and the natural charm with which everything at Burtown is done, it has quickly become a food destination.
The Green Barn: open: Wed-Sun Brunch 10am-12pm, L 12.30pm-3.30pm (to 4pm Sat & 4.30pm Sun). D Sat only from 6.30pm (last orders 8.30pm). House & former Gallery Cafe available for events/private parties (50). Restaurant closed Mon-Tue. Accommodation available. MasterCard, Visa. abbreviations

Just 10 minutes' drive west of Athy, Burtown House is an early Georgian villa surrounded by beautiful gardens, parkland walks and farmland . 


It is one of only two houses in Co Kildare to have remained in the original family, and an extraordinarily talented one at that. Latterly it was home to the late Wendy Walsh, one of Ireland’s finest botanical artists and a wonderful gardener. Her favourite specimens are established here in the gardens that her daughter Lesley, also a highly regarded painter, and her son James Fennell, the photographer, have extended and improved over two generations to create the memorable experience that visitors enjoy today.


A visit to Burtown is one of the most rewarding days out to be found anywhere in Ireland and, thanks to the creativity and drive of Lesley, James and his wife Joanna, it is blossoming in a gloriously organic way.


On arrival, modern sculptures dotted around the parkland set the informal tone for a day that will be full of surprises.


The twelve acres of gardens, woodland and water offer constantly changing areas of interest throughout much of the year, beginning with a carpet of snowdrops and spring bulbs in February, peaking in May and June with a glorious display of summer planting - especially along the beautiful stream that is a key feature of the property - and then gently winding down into autumnal tones as the days shorten.


The gardens and the many specimen plants grown here are an ongoing source of artistic inspiration and works by family members and other like minded artists are on display throughout the property, with some also offered for sale along with carefully selected gifts and books, including the famous Vanishing Ireland series photographed by James Fennell with words by his historian friend and neighbour,Turtle Bunbury of Lisnavagh.


All this makes Burtown a wonderful place to feed the soul, but the body is far from forgotten. The walled kitchen garden has been under organic production for over 150 years and it is the starting point for the fresh seasonal produce that is the basis for most of the good things that have been served here.


The sweetly atmospheric Gallery Cafe - a small organic cafe/shop with some courtyard tables beside a modest gallery area in the main house - closed in October 2016, and is now available as a private venue. It has been replaced by the much more ambitious Green Barn.


The café was started in 2012 by Joanna (the jeweller in the family) and - not surprisingly, considering the simple deliciousness of her food and the natural charm with which everything at Burtown is done - it quickly became a food destination. Now hungry visitors head instead to The Green Barn, which is in parkland just inside the front gates of Burtown House, overlooking the walled kitchen garden. Handily located for a quick lunch or a more leisurely meal, or for dinner on Sat from 6pm (last orders 8.30pm).


The Barn - high ceilinged, and with a versatile arrangement of stylish spaces suited to different groups and purposes, as well as a terrace - features specially designed pottery, linen and cutlery to set off the trademark fresh, seasonal and local food prepared by Italian chef Pasquale Longobardi and Ana Uremovie, who is from Croatia.


You will still find the original teas, delicious home bakes and moreish salads that first delighted garden visitors, and the offering is very seasonal, but the choice is now much wider.


And there is also an artisan food area and retail shop at The Green Barn, so you'll have plenty to resist when you finally tear yourself away to go home.


The gardens and the many specimen plants grown here are an ongoing source of artistic inspiration and works by family members and other like minded artists are on display throughout the barn, with some also offered for sale along with carefully selected gifts and books, including the famous Vanishing Ireland series photographed by James Fennell with words by his historian friend and neighbour,Turtle Bunbury of Lisnavagh.


A must-visit when planning a trip to the Kildare/Carlow area.




 

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Last Updated: 14-02-2021
Author: Georgina Campbell
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Burtown House, Green Barn and Gardens
Burtown Little, Ballytore , Athy Co Kildare
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From Athy: take N78, past Clanard Court Hotel, drive about 10 mins; gate on left. From M9: exit at junction 3, following directions to Athy. Take the 2nd turn left signposted 'Irishtown'. Gate immediately on left.
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