The Yoke B&B and Self-Catering Accommodation Laois

Hotels
9.4 (251 reviews)
Fisherstown, Ballybrittas, Laois , Ballybrittas , IE

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Hiking
Cycling
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Friendly and helpful staff
Cons:
Limited food options
Noise issues with bedroom doors

Categories

Cleanliness
9.43
Mentioned as very clean and comfortable, but some issues with bedroom doors affected overall impression.
Service
9.8
Staff described as very friendly and welcoming, with excellent attention to guests' needs.
Location
9.24
In a peaceful setting, although a bit further from Dublin than expected.
Room Quality
9.49
Rooms are clean and comfortable with good amenities, though some sound issues were noted.
Amenities
9.32
Some complimentary items offered, but limited food options such as prepacked croissants.
Value for Money
9.58
Well received considering the quality of stay and service provided.
Food and Beverage
8.73
Some comments about wanting fresh milk and better options, which lowered the sentiment.
Overall Experience
9.6
Generally very positive sentiment with many guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 07:19

Property Description

Garden Views and Free WiFi: Enjoy picturesque garden views and stay connected with complimentary WiFi during your stay at The Yoke.

Comfortable Accommodation: Each unit at our recently renovated homestay is thoughtfully equipped with a desk, flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and cozy bed linen.

Relaxing Garden and Nearby Attractions: Unwind in our garden or explore nearby attractions like The Curragh Racecourse and Riverbank Arts Centre.

Experience comfort and convenience at The Yoke - book now for a memorable stay!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 251 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.43
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.24
Room Quality: 9.49
Amenities: 9.32
Value for Money: 9.58
Food and Beverage: 8.73
Overall Experience: 9.6
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Blaine • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Great host and a lovely spot. Lovely old thatched pub next door.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Colette • family_with_children • fr
9
Référence notée sur notre liste pour un prochain voyage en Irlande.
Pros:

Très bon accueil, facile à trouver
Chambre avec un décor à notre goût et propre
Promenade autour du canal sympathique et à proximité
Le propriétaire nous a conseillé un excellent restaurant à proximité.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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RJ Thirlby • solo_traveller • es
7
One Night Stay
Pros:

Friendly, excellent selection of snacks and breakfast within the room, free parking and wifi. Walking distance tio Pub

Cons:

All ok

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Delia • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lovely stop in Laois
Pros:

Lovely welcome from John and the resident birds! Really nice quiet location with a lovely country pub next door with a decent bit of music and great walks along the canal. Spotless room and a few nice extras for breakfast in the room.

Cons:

Nothing really. The toilet had a couple of idiosyncrasies but sure if that's all there is, you're doing ok!

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Lizzie oneill • extended_group • ie
10
Joyful experience
Pros:

Everything. We stayed 2 nights and have never felt more welcome. John and Bernie went above and beyond to make our experience special. Big shout out to Bud the dog!!! ❤️

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Mia • solo_traveller • us
10
Peak Hospitality in a gorgeous setting
Pros:

This place is absolutely ethereal. Tucked in to side of the quiet little hamlet of Fisherstown, there is a cute wee house set in the Irish countryside. After unpacking your bags, be sure to take the five minute walk to the little bridge that crosses the Athy branch of the Grand Canal. During golden hour, the view will transport you to a Jane Austin novel.
The host is gracious and kind, the bed was plush and absorbed our weary bodies lovingly after a day of adventurous driving on the Irish country roads. Be sure to visit the adorable thatched roof pub across the corner that has been operating for 400 years. We will be telling stories about this place forever.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Very nice people and clean accommodation

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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sharon • family_with_children • gb
10
Amazing gem 😀
Pros:

I would highly recommend the Yoke B&B, John the owner was very friendly and welcoming.
The B&B is a 3 bedroom cottage on the side of their house, it has a huge kitchen and bathroom. The bedrooms are also lovely.
Please don’t be put off by the shared bathroom, it’s shared between the 3 rooms and is immaculate as is the whole of the B&B.
There wasn’t breakfast included but John had left out tea, coffee, croissants and porridge pots which he told us to help ourselves too.
We will definitely stay here again.

Cons:

Nothing !

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Con • extended_group • ie
8
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Maria • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

John and his wife are both really lovely and chatty. John even gave me a lift to the venue i was going to

Cons:

Absolutely can't fault the settings.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Murray • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Rich • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Bastien • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Hôte très arrangeant, logement très bien equipé, propre et agreable

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Béatrice • couple • fr
9
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Geraldine • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Dagmara • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Good directions, easy to find, pleasant and helpful owner, even though the breakfast wasn't included there were some breakfast choices to help yourself with

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Rachael • couple • gb
5
Underwhelming
Pros:

It’s very clean apart from the shower screen in bathroom
Mattress and bedding were fine , there is tons of storage in the room but it’s overkill for a B&B where you are spending a night or two and it makes the room feel really small
Host was really lovely when we arrived but we never saw him again including when we checked out the next morning

Cons:

Reviews are so positive we were expecting it to be fabulous and it was just good/average, we were expecting an en-suite and it’s a shared bathroom, possibly my error when booking but it’s not clear on the details
We booked a double room but it was a queen bed so really small for the two of us
You need to drive 5 miles at least to get dinner and breakfast

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Terence • solo_traveller • ie
9
I will definitely use this accommadation again
Pros:

Easy access to Kildare and Newbridge for work purposes. Lovely pub virtually next door. Fridge in room. Breakfast of croissants and coffee in the room.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Gus • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
10
A hidden gem
Pros:

A hidden gem. Spotlessly clean, comfortable. A local traditional bar nearby. Lovely location. 20 mins from athy.

Cons:

Nothing. Shared bathroom.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee