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Ballyrafter House

4.6(98)
Hotel

About

Ballyrafter House is a ten-bedroom country house B&B set on a 15-acre farm near historic Lismore, Co. Waterford. Its traditional decor and rolling green gardens create a quiet, old-world atmosphere ideal for focused meetings or relaxed team retreats.

The venue offers a cozy bar and a café-restaurant open Thursday through Sunday, serving locally inspired food and drinks. With event spaces including a ballroom and private hire options, Ballyrafter supports intimate gatherings with attentive hospitality in a countryside setting.

Best for

  • Intimate executive retreats with countryside views
  • Client dinners in a charming country house setting
  • Multi-night team stays with local outdoor activities

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Country house on a 15-acre farm with Knockmealdown views
Setting
Country house on a 15-acre farm with Knockmealdown views
A restored ten-bedroom country house nestled in the Irish countryside, surrounded by rolling green gardens and framed by the Knockmealdown Mountains. The rural setting offers a peaceful retreat with nature walks and outdoor activities nearby.
Old-world charm with a cozy, welcoming bar
Atmosphere
Old-world charm with a cozy, welcoming bar
The bar features a comfortable, traditional ambiance full of old-world character, providing a relaxed space for guests to enjoy local wines and crafted cocktails in an intimate setting.
Made-to-order breakfasts and local, seasonal menu
Food & Beverage
Made-to-order breakfasts and local, seasonal menu
Breakfast is a highlight with home-cooked, made-to-order dishes like pancakes, served in a dining room overlooking the garden. The café-bar restaurant offers a new menu focused on local ingredients, open Thursday to Sunday.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 98 reviews