Avondale Retreat Center

Avondale Retreat is a huge space renovated lovingly to comfortably accommodate 20 or more people. There is over an acre of landscaped mature gardens with beautiful tall trees and luscious greenery.

We’ve also recently erected a large geodesic dome on the grounds to act as a larger studio space capable of hosting 20 yoga mats within its spherical hug.

No city pollution means gorgeous fresh air and an abundance of stars on a clear night while by day, there are stunning views across the tranquility of the Avonmore River valley.

Guests will enjoy spacious bedrooms and several living rooms, chill-out areas, cozy open fire with plenty of fuel, a large (12-mat) indoor studio with bamboo flooring for yoga/meditation/mindfulness/group lectures, etc. and wonderful views across the valley outside.

Please note that there is a small supermarket (open from 6:30 am to 10 pm), restaurants and pubs are in Rathdrum town just 5 to 8 minutes' walk from the retreat.

This center was built in 1902 and the original accommodation boasts many beautiful original features and has been lovingly renovated over several years to host families or large groups needing the perfect escape from their daily routine.

There is an added extension that captures morning sunrise from your room beautifully.

Explore gardens, the running stream, or meet the friendly horses next door and bask in the tranquility of the morning sunrise while sipping coffee on our outdoor decking or our sundrenched breakfast/dining room.

Spend days hiking in Glendalough, visiting Avondale House (home of Charles Parnell), Powerscourt Waterfall and Gardens or leisurely woodland and river walks surrounding Avondale Retreat.