Many of Ireland’s Blue Book country houses, historic hotels and castles can be exclusively yours for special occasions, weddings, and conferences. Browse our Weddings & Private Parties page and our Conferences and Meetings page.
The country houses below are ONLY available for private hire and exclusive use.

Montalto Estate

Montalto Estate

Montalto is a privately owned Estate nestled in the picturesque surroundings of the County Down countryside. The Estate has been a family home for centuries. Montalto offers you the exclusive use of a 400-acre private Irish estate with the services you would expect from the greatest 5 and 6 star hotels throughout the world.


Montalto is convenient to Ireland's airports, famous links golf courses and the attractions of nearby Belfast. Yet this special hideaway is so private, it is one of Ireland's best kept secrets. You become the Lord or Lady of the manor with the attention of your personal butler, the scrumptious food of renowned chefs and the hands-on management of one of Ireland's most respected hospitality professionals.

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Ballyportry Castle

Ballyportry Castle

Medieval Gaelic Tower House. Built in the 15th century it has been beautifully restored with careful attention being paid to retaining all its original features and style, yet with the comforts of the 21st century.


The Gaelic Tower House of Ballyportry contains six bedrooms and two bathrooms with showers as well as a guest bathroom at the ground floor entrance. Ballyportry sleeps between four and eight guests comfortably.

Please note that the wonderful curving late medieval stone staircase may not suit small children or those with walking disabilities. Along with the guest WC on ground floor level there are two bath rooms.

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Ireland's Blue Book of Country Houses & Restaurants
7/8 Mount St Crescent, Dublin 2. Ireland
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