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Cork
Ahernes Townhouse & Seafood Restaurant
Youghal is specially blessed with two prestigious European Blue Flag beaches at Youghal Strand and Clay Castle. That’s over 5 kilometres of fabulous beaches to enjoy, with safe swimming (lifeguards on duty during peak season), and lovely coastal walks.
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Laois
Ballyfin Demesne
Ballyfin Demesne has the flavour of a grand private house with the facilities of a five-star resort. set on 614 acres of private parkland. At the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains, just over an hour from Dublin, Ballyfin Demesne has long been admired as one of the most lavish regency mansion in Ireland.
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Mayo
Belleek Castle
Belleek Castle…an iconic Castle, gourmet restaurant, hotel and spectacular wedding venue on the Wild Atlantic Way… Built on an Abbey dating from mediaeval times, the 1820’s neo-gothic Castle is informal, cosy, warm and friendly, rich in decor and antiquities, with open log fires to light your steps back through this cultural adventure.
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Cork
Blairscove House & Restaurant
For the active, the Mizen Peninsula’s sandy beaches are just a short drive away and the Sheep’s Head peninsula boasts miles and miles of scenic walks.
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Kerry
Carrig Country House
Hidden away on the shores of Caragh Lake, on the Ring of Kerry, discover the enchanting Carrig Country House and Restaurant where you can escape from it all.
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Galway
Cashel House Hotel
Guests staying at Cashel House can enjoy long relaxing walks or swim from this property’s private beach or any of Connemara’s numerous beaches with glorious views of the West.
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Monaghan
Castle Leslie Estate
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.
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Mayo
Clare Island Lighthouse
Clare Island’s beautiful sandy beach surrounding the main harbour and Granuaile’s Castle is a superb natural amenity. The pristine water and white sand of the ‘Blue Flag’ beach make it an ideal spot for swimming and exploring the shoreline. The beach also holds a ‘Green Flag’ for water safety and quality and it is the only offshore island in Ireland and the UK to hold both accolades.
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Galway
Currarevagh House
Old fashioned (in the best sense of the word), Currarevagh House is a Victorian country manor romantically situated on the shores of Lough Corrib, within 150 acres of private woodland, Currarevagh House offers guests 4-star quality guest accommodation, on the shores of Lough Corrib.
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Galway
Delphi Lodge
There are several superb sandy beaches within easy reach of Delphi. Many of them are often completely devoid of people. Silver Strand, White Strand, Glasilaun Strand, Bertra Strand, Carrowmore Strand. The list is lengthy and each is well worth a visit for a walk, a picnic, a paddle, a surf, or a swim.
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Kerry
Dromquinna Manor Estate
Welcome to the Dromquinna Manor Estate, a 40-acre waterfront setting that feels as if it is a million miles away from the rest of the world. The estate with its extensive woodland and rolling grounds is sprinkled with a unique collection of places to stay from Luxury Camping, Estate Houses, The Hideaway, Potting Sheds to the Courtyard Mews.
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Cork
Dunowen House
Guests staying at Dunowen House are spoiled for choice when it comes to local beaches. Sands Cove is a lovely secluded beach just a 10-minute walk from the house, perfect for a picnic, BBQ, a quiet read or rock pool hunting. Red Strand is a sandy beach, great for kids, just a 5-minute drive from the house, offering stunning views across to Galley Head Lighthouse. Inchydoney Beach is a popular and award-winning long sandy beach, perfect for surfing. There is also a very good surf school located on the beach. Long Strand is located about a 15-minute drive from the house. This beach is an excellent spot for long walks or exploring the sand dunes although not suitable for swimming.
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Mayo
Enniscoe House
Enniscoe House is listed as a heritage house of Ireland and has passed through twelve generations of the family to the present owner, Susan Kellett. She has since been joined by her son, DJ Kellett.
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Louth
Ghan House
Built in 1727, Ghan House is a fully restored, family-run Georgian house and restaurant, celebrating its’ 30th year of operation, awards & continual improvement. It is one of the oldest private houses of its type in Ireland, with 3 acres of walled mature gardens. It is located a tree-length from Medieval Carlingford, with its’ narrow streets, town gate, mint, castles, priory & ancient walls and shops, cafés, pubs and more restaurants. Ghan House is just one hour from both Dublin and Belfast.
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Mayo
Ice House Hotel
The beautiful Enniscrone beach is only 6 miles away from the hotel and there is also a blue flag beach at Ross, Killala (8 miles). Also located in Enniscrone is “Waterpoint” an indoor pool adventure centre. Contact reception and they can arrange a lovely picnic basket for your day at the seaside.
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Dublin
King Sitric Seafood Bar & Accommodation
The MacManus family have been welcoming guests to their waterside restaurant with rooms since 1971. With 8 guest bedrooms, all called after Irish Lighthouses, each one enjoys sea views and subtle nautical touches.
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Cork
Liss Ard Estate
Protected by acres of stupendous greenery, Liss Ard Estate dates back to Victorian times. Nestled on 200 acres of undulating Irish countryside dotted with beautiful woodlands and a private 50-acre glittering lake, Liss Ard Estate is a place of enchantment and relaxation. Situated just one mile from Skibbereen village in beautiful West Cork, Liss Ard Estate is full of character and personality. It is the perfect Irish rural escape and offers a magical setting in which to respite. Liss Ard Estate offers a variety of accommodation to suit all tastes. Within this magnificent estate, we offer The Victorian Country House with its contemporary design, the adjacent Garden Mews and the Liss Ard Lake Lodge, a Victorian Dower house. In total there are 25 bedrooms, each one unique and welcoming and waiting to be explored. Whatever your choice of accommodation, a warm Irish welcome awaits you.
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Wexford
Marlfield House
At Marlfield House the sunny south-east is awaiting discovery. County Wexford is famous for its white sandy beaches so why not take some time to visit a few and discover for yourself?
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Kerry
Park Hotel Kenmare
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.
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Cork
Perryville House
Located in the South West of Ireland, you will never be too far away from any of Cork’s finest beaches, whether your penchant is a for a long walk, or a quick dip you’ll have an array of sandy beaches to choose from. Garretstown Strand is only a short 10 minute drive, or venture down the coast road to Inchadoney Beach near Clonakilty.
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Donegal
Rathmullan House
Guests staying at Rathmullan House wonder at the setting – seven acres of beautifully tended grounds, fringed by a two-mile-long sandy beach. Feel the wind in your hair as you stroll from the gardens down to the golden beach on the sea at Lough Swilly. For a special treat take the Swilly Explorer and take in the sights of surrounding Inch Island, Buncrana and Fanad and let the driver tail the sails.
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Galway
Rosleague Manor
A delightfully situated Georgian house overlooking Ballinakill Bay, which has been discreetly converted into a first-class hotel with a Victorian style conservatory and delightful drawing rooms with open log fires. All of the bedrooms are individually decorated and feature fine antiques and paintings.
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Westmeath
Shannon Princess
The Shannon Princess is a luxury boutique hotel barge cruising the River Shannon in Ireland. Part of the European Waterways fleet and staffed by a professional crew, it offers the perfect way to explore the river and its loughs. Guests enjoy all the comforts of a private floating hotel on a 6-night/7-day cruise, available by the cabin or as an exclusive charter for up to 10 guests.
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Kerry
The Lansdowne Kenmare
The Lansdowne Kenmare dates to 1790 and is a landmark property in the vibrant Heritage Town of Kenmare. With twenty-eight rooms guests discover a world of personal service, Irish hospitality, attention to detail, a wonderful design aesthetic and a chance to be in the heart of this charming Irish town. The Lansdowne Kenmare like the town of Kenmare is full of personality. Join us for coffee and home baked sweet treats or lunch in the LK Café, enjoy dinner in the Dining Bar Terrace or drinks and Cocktails in The Piano Lounge. There is no fear of missing out here as you meet the locals, enjoy delicious fresh food, cocktails, or craft beers, and visit some of Irelands most breath-taking beauty spots.
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Waterford
The Tannery Restaurant, Townhouse and Cookery School
Since Paul and Máire Flynn opened The Tannery in 1997, it has become one of the most original and welcoming experiences in Irish food. What makes it special? There is Paul’s cooking, of course – his fresh Waterford ingredients, ever-changing menus and mouth-watering focus on local produce. There is our unique location in the seaside town of Dungarvan, a stone’s throw from the Copper Coast and Comeragh Mountains. But most of all, there is the Tannery’s knack for serving up that most important of ingredients: a great time.
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Cavan
Virginia Park Lodge
An 18th Century hunting estate reformed to its former glory, Virginia Park Lodge is set in 100 acres of beautiful Cavan countryside overlooking Lough Ramor and Deerpark Forest.
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Westmeath
Wineport Lodge
Wineport Lodge has the most unique setting on the edge of Ireland’s peaceful Inland Waterways. More than a hotel, this is a luxury lodge with a unique sense of warmth and comfort at every turn. Nestled on the shores of Lough Ree, in an idyllic setting surrounded by native woodland, Wineport Lodge is exceptional in both style and service. With hosts who instinctively ensure you’re every need is met, here 4-star luxury comes wrapped in easy humour and effortless hospitality.
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Cork
Ahernes Townhouse & Seafood Restaurant
Youghal is specially blessed with two prestigious European Blue Flag beaches at Youghal Strand and Clay Castle. That’s over 5 kilometres of fabulous beaches to enjoy, with safe swimming (lifeguards on duty during peak season), and lovely coastal walks.
discover
Laois
Ballyfin Demesne
Ballyfin Demesne has the flavour of a grand private house with the facilities of a five-star resort. set on 614 acres of private parkland. At the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains, just over an hour from Dublin, Ballyfin Demesne has long been admired as one of the most lavish regency mansion in Ireland.
discover
Mayo
Belleek Castle
Belleek Castle…an iconic Castle, gourmet restaurant, hotel and spectacular wedding venue on the Wild Atlantic Way… Built on an Abbey dating from mediaeval times, the 1820’s neo-gothic Castle is informal, cosy, warm and friendly, rich in decor and antiquities, with open log fires to light your steps back through this cultural adventure.
discover
Cork
Blairscove House & Restaurant
For the active, the Mizen Peninsula’s sandy beaches are just a short drive away and the Sheep’s Head peninsula boasts miles and miles of scenic walks.
discover
Kerry
Carrig Country House
Hidden away on the shores of Caragh Lake, on the Ring of Kerry, discover the enchanting Carrig Country House and Restaurant where you can escape from it all.
discover
Galway
Cashel House Hotel
Guests staying at Cashel House can enjoy long relaxing walks or swim from this property’s private beach or any of Connemara’s numerous beaches with glorious views of the West.
discover
Monaghan
Castle Leslie Estate
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.
discover
Mayo
Clare Island Lighthouse
Clare Island’s beautiful sandy beach surrounding the main harbour and Granuaile’s Castle is a superb natural amenity. The pristine water and white sand of the ‘Blue Flag’ beach make it an ideal spot for swimming and exploring the shoreline. The beach also holds a ‘Green Flag’ for water safety and quality and it is the only offshore island in Ireland and the UK to hold both accolades.
discover
Galway
Currarevagh House
Old fashioned (in the best sense of the word), Currarevagh House is a Victorian country manor romantically situated on the shores of Lough Corrib, within 150 acres of private woodland, Currarevagh House offers guests 4-star quality guest accommodation, on the shores of Lough Corrib.
discover
Galway
Delphi Lodge
There are several superb sandy beaches within easy reach of Delphi. Many of them are often completely devoid of people. Silver Strand, White Strand, Glasilaun Strand, Bertra Strand, Carrowmore Strand. The list is lengthy and each is well worth a visit for a walk, a picnic, a paddle, a surf, or a swim.
discover
Kerry
Dromquinna Manor Estate
Welcome to the Dromquinna Manor Estate, a 40-acre waterfront setting that feels as if it is a million miles away from the rest of the world. The estate with its extensive woodland and rolling grounds is sprinkled with a unique collection of places to stay from Luxury Camping, Estate Houses, The Hideaway, Potting Sheds to the Courtyard Mews.
discover
Cork
Dunowen House
Guests staying at Dunowen House are spoiled for choice when it comes to local beaches. Sands Cove is a lovely secluded beach just a 10-minute walk from the house, perfect for a picnic, BBQ, a quiet read or rock pool hunting. Red Strand is a sandy beach, great for kids, just a 5-minute drive from the house, offering stunning views across to Galley Head Lighthouse. Inchydoney Beach is a popular and award-winning long sandy beach, perfect for surfing. There is also a very good surf school located on the beach. Long Strand is located about a 15-minute drive from the house. This beach is an excellent spot for long walks or exploring the sand dunes although not suitable for swimming.
discover
Mayo
Enniscoe House
Enniscoe House is listed as a heritage house of Ireland and has passed through twelve generations of the family to the present owner, Susan Kellett. She has since been joined by her son, DJ Kellett.
discover
Louth
Ghan House
Built in 1727, Ghan House is a fully restored, family-run Georgian house and restaurant, celebrating its’ 30th year of operation, awards & continual improvement. It is one of the oldest private houses of its type in Ireland, with 3 acres of walled mature gardens. It is located a tree-length from Medieval Carlingford, with its’ narrow streets, town gate, mint, castles, priory & ancient walls and shops, cafés, pubs and more restaurants. Ghan House is just one hour from both Dublin and Belfast.
discover
Mayo
Ice House Hotel
The beautiful Enniscrone beach is only 6 miles away from the hotel and there is also a blue flag beach at Ross, Killala (8 miles). Also located in Enniscrone is “Waterpoint” an indoor pool adventure centre. Contact reception and they can arrange a lovely picnic basket for your day at the seaside.
discover
Dublin
King Sitric Seafood Bar & Accommodation
The MacManus family have been welcoming guests to their waterside restaurant with rooms since 1971. With 8 guest bedrooms, all called after Irish Lighthouses, each one enjoys sea views and subtle nautical touches.
discover
Cork
Liss Ard Estate
Protected by acres of stupendous greenery, Liss Ard Estate dates back to Victorian times. Nestled on 200 acres of undulating Irish countryside dotted with beautiful woodlands and a private 50-acre glittering lake, Liss Ard Estate is a place of enchantment and relaxation. Situated just one mile from Skibbereen village in beautiful West Cork, Liss Ard Estate is full of character and personality. It is the perfect Irish rural escape and offers a magical setting in which to respite. Liss Ard Estate offers a variety of accommodation to suit all tastes. Within this magnificent estate, we offer The Victorian Country House with its contemporary design, the adjacent Garden Mews and the Liss Ard Lake Lodge, a Victorian Dower house. In total there are 25 bedrooms, each one unique and welcoming and waiting to be explored. Whatever your choice of accommodation, a warm Irish welcome awaits you.
discover
Wexford
Marlfield House
At Marlfield House the sunny south-east is awaiting discovery. County Wexford is famous for its white sandy beaches so why not take some time to visit a few and discover for yourself?
discover
Kerry
Park Hotel Kenmare
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.
discover
Cork
Perryville House
Located in the South West of Ireland, you will never be too far away from any of Cork’s finest beaches, whether your penchant is a for a long walk, or a quick dip you’ll have an array of sandy beaches to choose from. Garretstown Strand is only a short 10 minute drive, or venture down the coast road to Inchadoney Beach near Clonakilty.
discover
Donegal
Rathmullan House
Guests staying at Rathmullan House wonder at the setting – seven acres of beautifully tended grounds, fringed by a two-mile-long sandy beach. Feel the wind in your hair as you stroll from the gardens down to the golden beach on the sea at Lough Swilly. For a special treat take the Swilly Explorer and take in the sights of surrounding Inch Island, Buncrana and Fanad and let the driver tail the sails.
discover
Galway
Rosleague Manor
A delightfully situated Georgian house overlooking Ballinakill Bay, which has been discreetly converted into a first-class hotel with a Victorian style conservatory and delightful drawing rooms with open log fires. All of the bedrooms are individually decorated and feature fine antiques and paintings.
discover
Westmeath
Shannon Princess
The Shannon Princess is a luxury boutique hotel barge cruising the River Shannon in Ireland. Part of the European Waterways fleet and staffed by a professional crew, it offers the perfect way to explore the river and its loughs. Guests enjoy all the comforts of a private floating hotel on a 6-night/7-day cruise, available by the cabin or as an exclusive charter for up to 10 guests.
discover
Kerry
The Lansdowne Kenmare
The Lansdowne Kenmare dates to 1790 and is a landmark property in the vibrant Heritage Town of Kenmare. With twenty-eight rooms guests discover a world of personal service, Irish hospitality, attention to detail, a wonderful design aesthetic and a chance to be in the heart of this charming Irish town. The Lansdowne Kenmare like the town of Kenmare is full of personality. Join us for coffee and home baked sweet treats or lunch in the LK Café, enjoy dinner in the Dining Bar Terrace or drinks and Cocktails in The Piano Lounge. There is no fear of missing out here as you meet the locals, enjoy delicious fresh food, cocktails, or craft beers, and visit some of Irelands most breath-taking beauty spots.
discover
Waterford
The Tannery Restaurant, Townhouse and Cookery School
Since Paul and Máire Flynn opened The Tannery in 1997, it has become one of the most original and welcoming experiences in Irish food. What makes it special? There is Paul’s cooking, of course – his fresh Waterford ingredients, ever-changing menus and mouth-watering focus on local produce. There is our unique location in the seaside town of Dungarvan, a stone’s throw from the Copper Coast and Comeragh Mountains. But most of all, there is the Tannery’s knack for serving up that most important of ingredients: a great time.
discover
Cavan
Virginia Park Lodge
An 18th Century hunting estate reformed to its former glory, Virginia Park Lodge is set in 100 acres of beautiful Cavan countryside overlooking Lough Ramor and Deerpark Forest.
discover
Westmeath
Wineport Lodge
Wineport Lodge has the most unique setting on the edge of Ireland’s peaceful Inland Waterways. More than a hotel, this is a luxury lodge with a unique sense of warmth and comfort at every turn. Nestled on the shores of Lough Ree, in an idyllic setting surrounded by native woodland, Wineport Lodge is exceptional in both style and service. With hosts who instinctively ensure you’re every need is met, here 4-star luxury comes wrapped in easy humour and effortless hospitality.
