It is tremendous and iconic, there is nothing like it anywhere else in the world and it is right here in the heart of Tipperary.
The cottage was originally built as a day time play retreat for the residents of Cahir Castle. The walking route from Cahir Castle to the Swiss Cottage will take you along the banks of the River Suir, surrounded by woodland planted from the 1790's onwards. It is also full of wildlife such as Swans, ducks, red squirrel, pheasant and woodcock.
Most definitely worth a trip.
It is thought that Saint Patrick passed through here and may have used this well to bathe or baptise. According to folklore the water has healing powers. St. Patricks Well
Saint Patricks Well is located just outside the town of Clonmel. It is one of the largest, if not the largest of all holy wells in Ireland.