Ireland's Blue Book is a collection of Irish Country House Hotels, Historic Manor Houses, Castles and Restaurants located throughout the island of Ireland. Below is a full list of our houses and restaurants and the map above shows each of their locations.
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Aherne's Townhouse & Restaurant Co. Cork Location
Luxury accommodation and 'the finest seafood in the world'. Aherne's is a small, luxury hotel with a world-famous reputation for its warm hospitality, luxury accommodation and outstanding food. Run by the Fitzgibbon family for three generations, Aherne's is situated in the historic walled seaside resort of Youghal, on the beautiful, sunny south-east coast of Ireland.
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Ardtara Country House & Restaurant Co. Derry Location
Set amidst 10 wooded acres, Ardtara is an elegant 19th-century mansion in the heart of Northern Ireland. Just 15 minutes from Seamus Heaney HomePlace and within 45 minutes of both Belfast & Derry, the Giant’s Causeway, the Antrim coast, Royal Portrush golf club and many Game of Thrones film locations, it’s the perfect base from which to explore.
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Ballyfin Demesne Co. Laois Location
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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Ballymaloe House Hotel Co. Cork Location
Ballymaloe House Hotel is a large family farmhouse, situated on a 300-acre farm, 20 miles east of Cork city. The house is two miles from the coast, near the small fishing village of Ballycotton and many small sandy coves and beaches. The Knockmealdown and Comeragh Mountains are about one hour's drive away.
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Barberstown Castle Co. Kildare Location
Barberstown Castle in County Kildare is an internationally known, historic castle and country house hotel. Built in the 13th Century, the castle is situated only 30 minutes from Dublin Airport and Dublin City Centre, thus making it the ideal first or last stop on your tour of Ireland and the perfect castle to stay in while visiting Dublin.
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Belleek Castle Co. Mayo Location
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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Bishop's Gate Hotel Co. Derry Location
Perfectly positioned within the historic city walls, nestled in the heart of the "Cathedral Quarter", Bishops Gate Hotel is an iconic landmark, and the epitome of Edwardian elegance; an intimate urban oasis featuring 30 luxurious guestrooms, including 2 suites, a residents lounge, fitness area, restaurant and champagne bar.
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Blairscove House Co. Cork Location
In this 250-year-old Georgian country house, standing at the head of Dunmanus Bay, everything revolves around the courtyard. It is finely restored with cobbled paths, shrubs and flowers. The old stone outbuildings house four beautiful apartments and the restaurant with its magnificent dining room converted from the old stable block.
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Bushmills Inn Co. Antrim Location
The Bushmills Inn is situated in an enviable location a stone's throw from Royal Portrush Golf Club, Old Bushmills Distillery, The Giants Causeway and Dunluce Castle.
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Butler House Co. Kilkenny Location
Butler House is the charming Dower House of Kilkenny Castle since 1786. Nestled in the heart of vibrant medieval Kilkenny, Butler House brings history, charm, romance and a warm welcome to all who visit. Sleep, dine or celebrate those milestones in life in timeless and unique surroundings.
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Cahernane House Hotel Co. Kerry Location
Cahernane House Hotel is a boutique four-star hotel, located on the edge of Killarney National Park and just a twenty-minute walk from Killarney town in County Kerry.
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Carrig Country House Co. Kerry Location
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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Cashel House Hotel Co. Galway Location
Cashel House Hotel, formerly one of Connemara's most gracious homes, stands at the head of Cashel Bay, withdrawn and quietly secluded, in a 40-acre estate of flowering shrubs and woodland walks.
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Cashel Palace Hotel Co. Tipperary Location
Set within a magnificent 1732 Palladian manor, and with views of the iconic Rock of Cashel, this landmark address has been meticulously restored to create a truly desirable destination hotel in the heart of Ireland.
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Castle Durrow Co. Laois Location
Castle Durrow has been completely restored and decorated by Peter and Shelly Stokes in a comfortable, relaxing and contemporary style with the modern way of life and fashion in mind and without overlooking its past.
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Castle Grove Country House Co. Donegal Location
Castle Grove is one of the few remaining private estates in the northwest of Ireland. Pass through the gates and you are in a different world, an oasis of privacy and tranquillity rarely found today. This Georgian house, overlooking Lough Swilly is ideally placed between Letterkenny and Rathmullan and within driving distance of 20 golf courses. Come and dine, stay and relax at Castle Grove in an atmosphere of comfort and hospitality.
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Castle Leslie Estate Co. Monaghan Location
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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Chapter One by Mickael Viljanen Co. Dublin Location
Chapter One Restaurant is located in the heart of Dublin on the northside of Parnell Square. As a Georgian basement and former home of John Jameson, it retains authentic granite walls and sash windows but has been carefully and stylishly renovated to introduce a wonderfully sumptuous and comfortable restaurant.
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Clare Island Lighthouse Co. Mayo Location
Clare Island stands guard at the entrance to Clew Bay, off Irelands western Atlantic coast. For almost two centuries, the islands Lighthouse has been a nautical landmark perched high on the craggy cliffs, watching over Achill, Westport and beyond. Once a safe haven for sailors, this heritage property now offers a sanctuary of a different kind. This architecturally majestic, listed building has been lovingly transformed into fully catered, luxury accommodation, complemented by magnificent sea views and an inspiring, natural environment.
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Cliff at Lyons Location
Nestled in the heart of Kildare, Cliff at Lyons is a hotel and country retreat encapsulating an exquisite selection of historic rose-clad buildings. Within its idyllic bounds lie the botanically inspired Well in the Garden Spa, period-styled Mill Restaurant, an artisanal gourmet café The Pantry, the luxury retail store CLIFF Home, and a plush suite of event venues. Accommodation includes elegantly furnished rooms and quaint cottages steeped in country charm. Capturing a riveting tale at every turn, this magnificent estate is a true celebration of Irish culture and heritage
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Currarevagh House Co. Galway Location
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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Delphi Lodge Co. Galway Location
A delightful 1830s Country House Hotel in Co Galway, in one of the most spectacular settings in Connemara, with charming accommodation, glorious scenery, great food and total tranquillity.
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Dromoland Castle Location
Surrounded by five hundred acres of unspoiled parklands and woodlands, steeped in a thousand years of eventful history, and brimming with an irrepressible spirit of five-star delight, the 16th century Dromoland Castle is a self-contained world of lighthearted luxury.
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Dunbrody House Co. Wexford Location
This captivating 1830s Georgian manor house hotel hiding amid 300 acres of tranquil parkland on the idyllic Hook Peninsula yet is less than 1 km from Waterford City. A chic yet informal ambience permeates Dunbrody, where guests have the opportunity to experience sheer indulgence coupled with a tradition of courteous attentive service.
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Enniscoe House Co. Mayo Location
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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The Estate at Dromquinna Location
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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Fernhill House Hotel & Gardens Co. Cork Location
Fernhill House, owned by the fourth generation of the O’Neill family, is a historic Georgian Mansion House set on 13 acres of outstanding gardens overlooking West Cork’s rolling countryside. Fernhill’s gardens are among the finest in Ireland and were designed by Chelsea Gold Medal winner Mary Reynolds. The gardens inspire everything at Fernhill including their own gin and food which features produce from their Victorian Walled Kitchen Garden encouraging sustainability. Fernhill is currently ranked as the 7th best hotel in Ireland on Tripadvisor and won the award for ‘Irelands Best Wedding Venue’ at the Gold Medal Awards this year. Fernhill is perfect for exploring West Cork with its many walks, scenic drives, beaches, islands, Michael Collins sites, West Cork Garden Trail and more.
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Ghan House Co. Louth Location
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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Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate Co. Galway Location
Nestled peacefully on a stunning 138-acre estate on the edge of Ireland's largest lake, Lough Corrib, the 5 Star newly-refurbished Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate offers the discerning traveller a warm, personable and luxurious base during their travels to Galway.
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Glovers Alley by Andy McFadden Location
Glovers Alley by Andy McFadden, a contemporary, refined dining room overlooking the iconic St Stephen’s Green in Dublin was awarded it’s first Michelin star in the 2022 Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland. This was retained for 2023 as the restaurant continues to delight and excite diners with its wonderful fusion of great local Irish produce coupled with a little French inspiration. The restaurant is located in a 1930s-inspired first floor dining space at the five star Fitzwilliam Hotel. This 70-seater restaurant is best known for Andy McFadden’s creative menus, unique setting and ambience, excellent service and unique wine list. Vegetarian and vegan menus are also outstanding.
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Gregans Castle Hotel Co. Clare Location
With breath taking views across Galway Bay and idyllically situated overlooking the unique Burren landscape, this is the ultimate West of Ireland luxury, gourmet and eco hideaway.
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Hayfield Manor Hotel Co. Cork Location
Hayfield Manor Hotel is tucked away in a leafy corner of mature private gardens only a 15-minute walk from Cork city centre. Family owned and managed, Hayfield Manor is the ideal retreat to experience Cork's great art galleries, opera and historic university.
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Hunter's Hotel Co. Wicklow Location
Ireland's oldest coaching inn, now in the 5th generation of the same family, with a long-standing tradition of friendliness, hospitality and good food. Its picturesque gardens along the banks of the river Vartry provide a delightful setting for a delicious afternoon tea or pre-lunch drink.
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Ice House Co. Mayo Location
Ice House is located in a truly iconic building overlooking the spectacular and ever-changing River Moy, at the Quay, Ballina, Co Mayo. A unique setting, the Ice House comprises of 32 ultra-luxurious bedrooms and suites, featuring underfloor heating, goose down duvets and pillows, and Voya lotions and potions.
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Killarney Royal Co. Kerry Location
Killarney town’s most charming boutique hotel. For three generations, the Scally family has held the mantle of caring for guests at the 4-star Killarney Royal, where visitors have been welcomed for over 100 years. Committed to delivering gracious hospitality & creating outstanding memories, the team deliver friendly personal service and true Irish hospitality.
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King Sitric Seafood Bar and Accommodation Co. Dublin Location
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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The Lansdowne Kenmare Co. Kerry Location
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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Liss Ard Estate Co. Cork Location
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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Marlfield House Co. Wexford Location
Marlfield House is a fine Regency period house set on 36 acres of grounds, close to several renowned golf courses and miles of golden beaches. Formerly the residence of the Earls of Courtown, it was built in the 1830s and opened to guests by the Bowe family in 1978. The 19 bedrooms are filled with flowers, fine antiques and paintings.
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The Merrion Hotel Co. Dublin Location
The Merrion, Dublin's most stylish 5-star hotel is situated opposite Government Buildings in the city centre. Created from four Georgian Townhouses and a contemporary Garden Wing, the 143 bedrooms and suites are arranged around two 18th century style gardens.
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Mount Juliet Estate Co. Kilkenny Location
Steeped in heritage, Mount Juliet 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.
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The Mustard Seed Co. Limerick Location
Nestled in the heart of the Co. Limerick countryside is The Mustard Seed, a converted 19th-century convent. This celebrated and comfortable country house is set on ten acres of mature trees, herbaceous borders, orchard and kitchen garden.
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Newforge House Co. Armagh Location
Cradled in mature gardens and green fields in the village of Magheralin this Georgian Country House, built in 1785, has been in the family for six generations. Extensive, yet sensitive, restoration works were undertaken over two-years before John and Louise Mathers opened the family home to guests in 2005.
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No.1 Pery Square Hotel & Spa Co. Limerick Location
Overlooking the handsome, tree-lined Peoples Park in Limerick’s historic Georgian Quarter, No.1 Pery Square is a luxurious and intimate boutique townhouse. Situated just 5 min’s walk from the city centre & train/bus station.
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The Old Inn Co. Down Location
Nestled in the charming village of Crawfordsburn in beautiful County Down, The Old Inn is near castles, beaches, forest parks, a Royal Palace and the world's top links golf course; the perfect place to spend a rural break. The Old Inn dates back to 1614 and is labelled as one of the region’s most historic hotels due in part to its links with author and 20th Century Literary icon C.S. Lewis. A new chapter in an iconic age-old story, you’ll find a boutique outdoor Treetop Spa, exclusive to hotel residents, perched above Crawfordsburn Country Park. Experience timeless luxury with grandeur interiors, cosy firelit corners and gourmet dining in the AA Rosette Restaurant.
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Park Hotel Kenmare Co. Kerry Location
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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Perryville House Co. Cork Location
Perryville House is an elegant, period townhouse overlooking Kinsale Harbour. Built in 1820 and lovingly restored by The Corcoran Family, Perryville House is now a warm, and light-filled boutique guesthouse. True to its original role as a private residence, Perryville House welcomes guests to enjoy the finest Irish hospitality & luxury accommodation that Kinsale has to offer - your first stop on the Wild Atlantic Way. Winner of Georgina Campbell’s Guesthouse of the Year, we invite you to savour a unique, historic experience.
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Rathmullan House Co. Donegal Location
Rathmullan House has a stunning location right beside the sea in the unspoilt northern part of Co. Donegal. It is cocooned amongst lovely gardens and trees which open out on to a beautiful mile-long sandy beach.
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Rathsallagh House Co. Wicklow Location
Converted from Queen Anne stables in 1798, Rathsallagh is a large comfortable house situated in 530 acres of peaceful parkland with a walled garden. It is central to some of the most beautiful countryside in Ireland.
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Rosleague Manor Co. Galway Location
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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The Station House Hotel Location
Originally built in 1862 as a busy railway junction, The Station House Hotel in County Meath took on a new life in 1984 as an award winning, family owned boutique hotel in the lush Boyne Valley, less than an hour from Dublin.
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Tankardstown House Co. Meath Location
The opulent surroundings of Tankardstown await you for a truly unforgettable experience. You may choose to stay in the chic courtyard cottages or in one of the six luxurious bedrooms of the main house, which is also available to rent in its entirety...
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Tannery Restaurant, Townhouse & Cookery School Co. Waterford Location
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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Virginia Park Lodge Co. Cavan Location
An 8th-century hunting estate set in 100 acres of beautiful countryside overlooking Lough Ramor
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The Wilder Townhouse Co. Dublin Location
Dating from the Victorian Era, with its stunning red-brick facade, The Wilder evokes a real sense of history, perfectly combining its rich heritage with modern elegance and comforts.
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Wineport Lodge Co. Westmeath Location
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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Coopershill House Co. Sligo Location
Coopershill House in County Sligo is a fine example of a Georgian family mansion. Home to seven generations of the O'Hara family since it was built in 1774, it combines the spaciousness and elegance of an earlier age with the comfort and amenities of today.
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Shannon Princess Co. Westmeath Location
The Shannon Princess is a luxury boutique hotel barge cruising the River Shannon in Ireland. Family-run and with a professional crew, the Shannon Princess is the perfect way to explore what the river and her loughs have to offer. Guests on board will enjoy all the indulgent comforts of their own private floating luxury hotel, an unforgettable experience that will create memories forever.
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Tubbrid Castle Co. Kilkenny Location
Tubbrid Castle is a unique 15th-century tower house nestled in north Kilkenny's Sliabhardagh Hills. Uninhabited for the past century, it has recently been restored to its former glory. We've highlighted original features to let you step back in time and added luxury touches so you can indulge your inner prince or princess.