Recreation mainly consists of good food, wine and conversation. There is an interesting collection of furniture, paintings and books in the house. Frank is currently putting together a library on 'A History of the Evolution of Civilisation' for guests to enjoy. He welcomes suggestions for the inclusion of books, though be prepared to argue your choice!

In the nearby beautiful Slieve Bloom Mountains visitors will discover woodland trails, deep glens, waterfalls, remote bogland and picnic areas, all of which make this area a delightful touring destination. The Slieve Bloom Way, a seventy kilometre mountain walk is within four miles. There are also many shorter walks ideally suited to the less experienced walker. For information on walking, including details of organised walks on Sundays with local guides and the eco walking festival in September, visit: http://www.slievebloom.ie

There are many mountrain rivers and lakes which are excellent for fishing. The large sister rivers, the Nore and the Barrow, which rise in the Slieve Bloom mountains, have trout and salmon, while many of their tributaries e.g. the Whitehorse, Delour and Camcor offer very good trout fishing. Meanwhile there is an excellent angling centre in Coolrain, just five kilometres from Roundwood - http://www.laoisanglingcentre.ie