Killarney has walks to suit all interests from a short scenic stroll through Killarney National Park to exhilarating hiking in the MacGillicuddy Reeks - the highest mountain range in Ireland. Walks of Killarney National Park can start from the hotel or bicycles are available for guests who may prefer to cycle. Why not bring a picnic, supplied by the hotel, along with you? Details of hikes in the Kerry area are available for guests or private guides can be arranged through the hotel.
Cahernane House Hotel is a unique experience of old Irish history mixed with modern luxuries. Beautifully situated on its own private estate on the edge of Killarney National Park, and only a twenty-minute walk to Killarney town centre.
The hotel exudes a sense of relaxation and peacefulness where guests can retreat from the hectic pace of life into a cocoon of calmness and serenity.
Dine on local produce in the award-winning Herbert Restaurant or soak up the atmosphere in The Cellar, where you can enjoy a drink or casual dining experience from the all-day dining menu.
Coopershill, with its delightful paths through acres of woods and deer pastures, is a walker's paradise. For those on a walking holiday, some of the more popular walks are clearly signed, particularly in Yeats' County. Coopershill provide walking guide books with marked walking routes for the more adventurous
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. Coopershill has been in the O’Hara family since it was built in 1774 and they have been welcoming and entertaining guests for the last 244 years.
A stunning mile-long avenue crossing the River Unshin and winding through ancient woods and deer pastures on the 500-acre Private Estate bring you to this fabulous Georgian mansion. Warm hospitality, original antiques, spacious bedrooms, and views from every window create an oasis of peace, quiet and relaxation.
Dinner is a highlight, served at candlelit tables set with family silver and crystal. With their own vegetable and fruit gardens, most of the vegetables come out of the ground a few metres from the dining room! The highest quality produce available is sourced in the region with the reward being amazing flavours.
Located by the Wild Atlantic Way, it’s the perfect base for exploring WB Yeats country, mountains, lakes and megalithic ruins along with Championship golf courses, beaches and fishing just a short drive away.
There are four main walks that cover various aspects of the Virginia Park gardens and grounds. The Woodland and Avenue Walk, The Devils Corner Walk, The Boat House Walk, and The Well Walk. Walking times range from a leisurely 20-minute stroll to a more strenuous two-hour wander
An 18th-century hunting estate set in 100 acres of beautiful countryside overlooking Lough Ramor. Steeped in history, Virginia Park Lodge has been brought back to life and into Irish hands by Michelin starred chef Richard Corrigan, one of the most established Irish Chefs in the UK and beyond, while also operating his London restaurants Corrigan's Mayfair, Bentley's Oyster Bar and Grill in Piccadily and Daffodil Mulligan in Old Street which opened in November 2019.
The stunning estate is a haven for walkers, fishermen, boaters and those simply looking to relax in serene beauty of the Irish countryside. The Lodge is the epitome of elegance, with a distinctly homely feel and luxury finishing touches.
Set amidst 100 acres of stunning grounds and scenery, the grounds of Virginia Park Lodge and deer park are generously divided between forestry with scenic pedestrian walkways. The grounds also boast a nine-hole golf course, extensive walks and agricultural land along the banks of the renowned fishing lake of Lough Ramor, in the heart of the picturesque town of Virginia.
With its 1,000 acres of undulating Irish countryside, ancient woodlands and glittering lakes, Castle Leslie Estate is a picturesque rural destination for those in search of an outdoor experience. There are a variety of exceptional walks, from short jaunts to long leisurely strolls, both on the Estate grounds, around the village of Glaslough and in the local area.
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 estate is home to some of the most unique and enchanting accommodation on one of Ireland’s most breath-taking estates.
The Castle, rich in unspoilt rural splendour and breath-taking artefacts, offers complete respite from the rest of the world. A haven of tranquillity, you won’t find televisions, radios or minibars within the bedrooms. The Castle features twenty one unique bedrooms - whether your idea of heaven is a romantic boudoir designed with relaxation and privacy in mind or a flamboyant room decorated with rich deep colours, there’s a bedroom to suit your tastes.
The Lodge offers a completely different experience to that of the castle. Complete with 50 rooms, each of which remain true to the building’s original structure and buzzing with activity, there is plenty to keep yourself occupied at the boutique, country house style Lodge.
Longueville House offers scenic walks throughout the estate. For the more active, there are many designated longer-distance walking trails within 25 minutes, including the Duhallow Way, The Blackwater Way, The Ballyhoura Way, the Nagle Mountains and the Boggeraghs. Bike, walk or climb - the choice is yours.
Longueville House is a stunning 300-year-old listed Georgian Country House hidden in the heart of a 400-acre wooded estate, in the Blackwater Valley.
A home-from-home, classic but informal, where open log fires crackle in vintage hearths and intriguing heirlooms jostle with fresh flowers from the gardens. This gorgeous house can accommodate groups of up to 18 guests.
Adjacent to the historic manor house at the heart of the estate, surrounded by parkland, orchard, and vigorous gardens, lies the elegantly maintained ‘Courtyard Mews’. The epitome of stylish country living this 5-bedroom property known accommodates exclusive hire groups of up to 10 guests. Residence of the mews may pre book the private dining room on nights when Longueville House is open and subject to availability.
The estate guarantees privacy and utmost discretion for residents. Behind the secure gates of the estate, guests can enjoy private salmon and Brown Fishing on the River Blackwater, Falconry on the lawn, a range of Cross-Country Hikes, Orchard Tours, Garden Tours, Distillery Tours, Cider Tastings, Dawn Chorus Walks and October Mushroom Hunts.
