Private family Garden Studio on Historic Shannon Estate

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🌿 THE GARDEN ANNEX AT PARTEEN‑A‑LAX
A Cosy Riverside Retreat for Couples and Small Families
Welcome to the Garden Annex, a peaceful and private studio apartment set within the historic Parteen‑A‑Lax estate on the banks of the River Shannon. With its own entrance, warm interiors, and a garden terrace overlooking the water, the Annex is ideal for couples seeking a quiet escape or small families looking for a relaxed, nature‑filled break just minutes from Limerick City.
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💛 Perfect for Couples
The Garden Annex offers a calm, intimate setting that couples love. Enjoy slow mornings with the doors open to the garden, peaceful evenings on the terrace, and the comfort of a self‑contained space that feels tucked away from the world. The riverside setting, mature gardens, and historic surroundings create a naturally romantic atmosphere.
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👨‍👩‍👧 Ideal for Small Families
Families appreciate the Annex for its flexibility and ease. The sitting room sofa can be replaced with a bunk bed for two children, making it a practical and comfortable space for parents travelling with little ones. The kitchenette is perfect for simple meals, and the terrace provides a safe, enclosed outdoor area for supervised play. With fast WiFi, a TV, and access to the estate’s gardens, it’s a great base for family adventures.
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🛏️ Comfortable, Flexible Layout
BEDROOM
• Double bed
• Ensuite shower and toilet
SITTING ROOM
• Sofa (or optional bunk bed for two children)
• Table and chairs
• Television
KITCHENETTE
• Microwave
• Fridge
• Sink
• Air fryer
• Tea & coffee facilities
The layout is simple, cosy, and designed for easy living.
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🌳 Private Garden Terrace
Double doors open onto a private terrace with a table, chairs, and a retractable awning. It’s a lovely spot for breakfast, reading, or enjoying the peaceful views across the gardens and the River Shannon. Couples often use it as their evening wine‑and‑chat corner; families use it as a safe outdoor space for children to unwind.
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🌐 Amenities
• Fast broadband WiFi
• Heating throughout
• Private entrance
• Free parking
• Access to the wider gardens and grounds (when not booked exclusively)
• Pet‑friendly
• Non‑smoking
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🏡 A Unique Setting
The Garden Annex sits within the grounds of Parteen‑A‑Lax, a historic riverside estate with deep links to the O’Brien chieftains and the artistic O’Brien family. The estate is bordered by the River Shannon and the Ardnacrusha tail race, creating a peaceful, secluded atmosphere despite being less than a mile from Limerick City.
Guests can enjoy riverside walks, wildlife, and the evolving beauty of the estate’s gardens, which are currently undergoing sympathetic restoration.
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🌼 Who This Space Is Perfect For
• Couples seeking a quiet, romantic getaway
• Small families wanting a safe, flexible space
• Guests attending events in the estate’s historic church
• Visitors to Limerick who prefer nature, privacy, and character
• Anyone looking for a peaceful base with easy access to the city

This apartment offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Parteen apartment is smoke free.