Sensible precautions should be taken with hot tub use. They are not suited to people with severe medical conditions and alcohol and hot tubs do not mix.

Relaxing in the warm massaging waters of a hot tub can be most soothing and is even a sociable activity if it is a large hot tub that can accommodate several people. It is easy to see why people would like to bubble away in an outdoor hot tub, sip wine and chat with friends. Most of us have happily climbed into a hot tub or Jacuzzi at the local swimming pool without a thought about hygiene or safety.

However, we are considering a hot tub that cannot hold more than about 8 people at most and the weather of Kilkenny is not that suitable for spending hours in a swim suit indoors or out. The maximum time spent in a hot tub in any one session is about half an hour. The massaging and pulsating jet action is timed for a periodand then it is a quick sprint into your holiday let unless it is the height of summer.

Most of us know not to expect wall to wall sunshine in Kilkenny. it is wise to be prepared for all seasons.

A hot tub may be an interesting novelty for you if you enjoy being pampered but it is not to everyone’s taste. It might be worth considering the various onsite amenities available with self-catering breaks to make your stay more enjoyable..

Use the Cottage Search facility to identify the extra amenities that you might enjoy during a self-catering holiday in Kilkenny.