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AHERNE'S TOWNHOUSE & RESTAURANT CO. CORK
Open wood fires and the warmest of welcomes
await you in this family run hotel in the Historic
walled port of Youghal. The bedrooms exude
comfort and luxury, stylishly furnished with
Antiques and paintings. The Famous Seafood
Bar and Restaurant Specialise in the freshest of
the local landed Seafood (Lobster, Oysters, Crab
Prawns, Mussels, Salmon, Squid, Sole, etc
today's catch). The Bar is renowned for its
friendliness; you will enjoy a chat with the locals
along with your Guinness & Seafood. Gluten
Free Meals have been served in both restaurant and Seafood bar for 20 Years.
ARDTARA COUNTRY HOUSE CO. DERRY
“Most Romantic Hotel of the Year” (AA Award).
Ardtara is an elegantly restored 19th century
mansion, situated between Belfast and the Giant's
Causeway Coast. Once the home to the Clark
family, world famous linen makers, Ardtara is
now widely regarded as one of the finest country
house accommodations in Northern Ireland. The
nine spacious en-suite bedrooms are all
individually styled with deluxe king-size beds,
charming antiques and original grand (working)
fireplaces.
BALLYFIN DEMESNE CO. LAOIS
Set at the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains just
over an hour from Dublin, Ballyfin has long been
admired as the most lavish Regency mansion in
Ireland. It is a place of history and romance, of
tranquillity and great natural beauty. Activities include
boating and fishing on the lake, biking riding, picnics,
exploring the 600 acre estate, swimming pool and
fitness centre, spa treatments, wine and whiskey
tasting, and feasting on Chef Cordonniers fine food.
BALLYMALOE HOUSE CO. CORK
Ballymaloe House is a family-run country house
hotel famous for its outstanding hospitality and
superb food. The 17th century house built onto a
Norman keep is nestled in a 400 acre estate in
rural East Cork. Ballymaloe House is only 20
miles from the historic city of Cork, and minutes
from the breath-taking south coast. The bedrooms
come in all shapes and sizes, from large and airy
to cosy including ground floor rooms in the
courtyard. Amenities include a small golf course
on the premises and within easy reach of several
other championship golf
BARBERSTOWN CASTLE CO. KILDARE
If as part of your Country House tour of Ireland you wish to visit Dublin, Barberstown Castle is
the nearest Country House Hotel to the City.
With only a thirty minute drive from Dublin
Airport and Dublin Port, the Castle is an ideal
first or last stay over on your visit, avoiding all
the stress of city centre traffic. Using
Barberstown Castle as a base will open up the
attractions of the area for you. A visit to Dublin
City, Newgrange, Glendalough, Kildare Village
(Chic outlet shopping) and the Japanese Gardens
are just some of the trips to enjoy in a county
famous for Racing, Golf (Ryder Cup 2006),
Historic and Country Pursuits. We would be delighted to recommend to you 101 other interests in
the area!
BELLE ISLE CASTLE CO. FERMANAGH
Belle Isle is situated on one of 8 islands that are
owned by the Estate on Upper Lough Erne, with a
bridge connecting it to the mainland. Expect an
authentic Country House atmosphere without the
frills of modern restorations and furnished with a
fine collection of antiques and pictures. There is a
tennis court, croquet lawn and boats for hire on the
435 acre estate.
CARRIG COUNTRY HOUSE CO. KERRY
Hidden away on the shores of Caragh Lake, on the
Ring of Kerry, discover enchanting Carrig Country
House & Restaurant where you will "escape from it
all", relax and enjoy some of the most beautiful and
unspoilt scenery in Ireland. Whether you wish to just
laze, read and sip an Irish whiskey or partake in
outdoor pursuits, such as golf, fishing, water sports,
beach horse riding, hiking in the magnificent hills or
tour the Ring of Kerry, the Dingle Peninsula.
CASHEL HOUSE HOTEL CO. GALWAY
Cashel House, formerly one of Connemara's
most gracious homes, set in 50 acres of grounds
on the beautiful coastline of Cashel Bay with
Cashel Hill rising behind. It has been our
pleasure to welcome guests for the past 40
years. The location is an ideal base from which
to enjoy walking, beaches, sea and lake fishing,
golf, horse riding, Kylemore Gardens and trips
of Aran and Inish Boffin islands. Guided hill
walks are available by arrangement.
CASTLE DURROW CO. LAOIS
Built by Viscount Ashbrook in 1716 on the
banks of the river Erkina in the Irish midlands.
Lovingly restored by Shelly and Peter Stokes,
now open as one of Ireland's most popular
luxury four star hotels and conveniently
located about 1 hour from Dublin and 1 and a
half hours from Cork. Walk the estate and
surrounding woodlands and forests or stroll
along the miles of river pathways. Visit the
Cafes, Bars, Restaurants and Shops of Durrow
and nearby Heritage Town of Abbeyleix.
Morrissey's, Bramley's and McEvoy's Steak & Wine Bar.
CASTLE LESLIE ESTATE CO. MONAGHAN
Steeped in history, full of character and charm,
Castle Leslie Estate is the ultimate Irish rural
escape. Nestled on 1,000 acres of undulating Irish
countryside, dotted with ancient woodland and
glittering lakes. Castle Leslie Estate, is one of the
last great Irish castle estates still in the hands of its
founding family. The Castle, at the heart of the
Estate, offers authentic original interiors and oldstyle hospitality.
COOPERSHILL HOUSE CO. SLIGO
If you are looking for a genuine, romantic, Grand
Irish Country House with comfort, character and
sublime cooking, then you are going to love
Coopershill in Co. Sligo. A stunning mile long
avenue crossing the River Unshin and winding
through ancient woods and deer pastures on the 500
acre Private Estate brings you to this fabulous
Georgian mansion. Coopershill has been the family
home to 8 generations of O'Haras and personal
attention from the owners is guaranteed.
ENNISCOE HOUSE CO. MAYO
Enniscoe Estate s ideally placed in the renowned
Fly Fishing and Game Angling waters of the West
of Ireland. The Enniscoe House offers fishermen
and anglers the highest standards of guest
accommodation or why not try one of the selfcatering apartments. Cloonamoyne Fishery, on the
shores of Lough Conn, provides a discerning
angling service for both the dedicated angler and
the absolute beginner. Lough Conn is renowned
for its brown trout fishing with the main season
running from April to September.
GREGANS CASTLE HOTEL CO. CLARE
With breath-taking views across Galway
Bay and idyllically situated overlooking the
unique Burren landscape, this is the ultimate
luxury and gourmet hideaway. Simon and
Frederieke manage this oasis of comfort and
offer genuine Irish hospitality, award
winning innovative cooking and elegant
bedrooms free from the intrusion of
televisions. Antiques, modern art, turf fires,
candlelight and garden flowers add to the
indulgently relaxing atmosphere. The ideal location from which to enjoy the Burren, Cliffs of
Moher, Walking, Cycling, Aran Islands, Horse Riding, Surfing, Sea Angling and Golf.
HUNTER'S HOTEL CO. WICKLOW
The Burren is one of Ireland's surprises for
stroller or the serious hiker. A special area of
limestone mountain scenery, with a distinctive
beauty and holding a wealth of treasure for the
botanist and explorer of historic ruins. In the
midst of this wilderness lies Gregan's Castle
Hotel, at the foot of the Corkscrew Hill, with
breath-taking views over the mystical Burren
Mountains and Galway Bay.
LONGUEVILLE HOUSE CO. CORK
The river Blackwater has been noted for a good run of
salmon over the years, traditionally with spring fish
arriving in February and March, grilse in June and
July and a late run of autumn salmon in August and
September. There is also an excellent brown trout
population in the Longueville stretch, making for
fantastic sport throughout the fishing season. The
season opens at Longueville House on 1st February
and it closes on 30th September annually.
Longueville has one and a half miles of beautiful
fishing on the Blackwater adjoining the estate, approx. 50 miles upstream from the river estuary
at Cappoquin.
MARLFIELD HOUSE CO. WEXFORD
Marlfield House is a beautifully restored Regency
period house set on 36 acres of fine gardens and
woodland and close to miles of golden beaches.
The Bowe family opened its doors to guests over
30 years ago and it has continued as a highly
acclaimed country house and restaurant ever since.
Rooms are filled with beautiful antiques, paintings
and vases of flowers from the garden. All overlook
the gardens and grounds, have marble bathrooms
and the six grand state rooms open on to the lake
and wildfowl reserve. The extensive gardens
include a croquet lawn, tennis court, woodland walks, a lake and a rose, vegetable and herb
garden which provides much of the produce for the kitchen.
MOUNT JULIET COUNTRY ESTATE CO. KILKENNY
Steeped in heritage, Mount Juliet Country
Estate is a stunning walled estate covering
1,500 acres of sprawling countryside in Co.
Kilkenny. Famed for the welcome and
exceptional service every guest receives, Mount
Juliet is 20 minutes from the historical city of
Kilkenny and just over one hour from Dublin.
Enjoy everything the estate has to offer
including golf on the world famous Jack
Nicklaus designed course, dinner in the
Michelin Star Lady Helen restaurant, a treatment in the luxury spa, river and lake fishing,
equestrian centre with guided trails and lessons, woodland walks, bike rides and much more.
MOY HOUSE CO. CLARE
The sensitive restoration of this early 19th century 15
acre estate recreates a contemporary and elegant
ambience for today's traveller in search of natural and
warm hospitality. Each of the nine comfortable
bedrooms are individually crafted with a mixture of
classic and contemporary functionalism. The
wonderful Romance Junior Suite or Signature Suite
"The Well Room" brings a new level of luxury to
Moy House with soft lighting, open fireplaces, elegant
furnishings all capturing the ever changing views of
the ocean.
THE MUSTARD SEED CO. LIMERICK
Nestled in the heart of the Co. Limerick countryside is
The Mustard Seed at Echo Lodge, a converted 19th
century convent. The celebrated and comfortable Echo
Lodge is set on ten acres of mature trees, herbaceous
borders, orchard and kitchen garden. Home to The
Mustard Seed restaurant, the busy, buzzy dining room
has long been highly acclaimed, attracting lovers of
good food and fine wine from around the globe.
PARK HOTEL KENMARE CO. KERRY
Since 1897 many world travellers have enjoyed the
pleasure of Park Hotel Kenmare and its renowned
restaurant. Set in a heavenly location overlooking
Kenmare Bay the hotel is in the heart of Ireland's
most scenic countryside. All accommodations are
spacious with sitting area, antique furnishings and
original art while Deluxe and Suites enjoy a full sea
view or private veranda. Home to the Deluxe
Destination Spa SÁMAS; guests can experience the
virtues of a true spa. This special and quite unique
place blends healing and therapeutic traditions from the East and West with the life inspiring
scenery of Kerry to revive the body, mind and soul.
RATHMULLAN HOUSE CO. DONEGAL
With its stunning location, right beside the sea, you can stroll through the gardens of this lovely
old house down to a mile long sandy beach.
Inside has a comfortable and informal
country house style with rooms to suit
everyone, from romantic garden rooms with
freestanding bath tubs to large garret rooms
for whole families. The beach provides
endless entertainment-walk it, jog it, comb it,
ride it, occasionally even lie on it when the
weather is good! But there is also an indoor
heated pool, sauna, tennis courts, massages
and holistic treatments at the hotel. books,
boardgames, DVDs and jigsaws for the less energetic. Nearby, there are lots of excellent links,
including Portsalon, Rospenna and Ballyliffin, providing golf at great value.
RATHSALLAGH HOUSE CO. WICKLOW
Converted from Queen Anne stables in 1798,
Rathsallagh is a large comfortable house situated in
530 acres of peaceful parkland with a walled garden
and its own 18-hole Championship Golf Course.
Close to Glendalough, the Wicklow Mountains, The
National Stud (with its Japanese Gardens) and the
Curragh, yet Dublin is less than one hour's drive.
The O'Flynn family and their staff look forward to
welcoming you to Rathsallagh. The atmosphere is
relaxed with log and turf fires, central heating
throughout and luxurious bedrooms all with ensuite
bathrooms.