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Dublin, Ireland
Sleeps 224 guests in 111 rooms. Price on application.
Our Experts Say:
This 12th-century property is located by the Irish sea, but just 15 minutes from Dublin city centre. The stone-glass façade hints at a contemporary style that combines modern luxury with a regal aesthetic. Ample, sumptuous seating invites indulgence at every turn, from the delectable dining and fine wines to the creative interiors and opulent bedrooms. See more
County Meath, Ireland
Sleeps 18 guests in 9 rooms. From €16,885 for 3 nights (includes breakfast and dinner).
Our Experts Say:
Just an hour from Dublin, a dramatic castellated outline tops a welcoming façade, glistening with long sash windows. Grand, elegant interlinking Georgian rooms flood with natural light, whilst stunning plasterwork decorates throughout. Ideally situated for scenic lake views and perfect for groups of friends or family, this secluded retreat, inhabited by the same family for 400 years, will remain with you long after your stay. See more
County Cavan, Ireland
Sleeps 220 guests in 110 rooms. Price on application.
Our Experts Say:
The magnificent castle houses sumptuous interiors, highlighting characterful features and offering luxury at every turn. A sweeping stone staircase leads up from a myriad of outdoor features, including topiary gardens, a seated courtyard area and delightful fountain, setting the scene for an exquisite stay just over an hour from Dublin. See more
Bree, Enniscorthy, County Wexford, Ireland
Sleeps 14 guests in 7 rooms. Self-catered from €1300 per night.
Our Experts Say:
This striking restored riverside 13th-century castle enjoys long views of the hills of County Wexford and the ethereal Blackstairs Mountains, whilst being only two hours from Dublin. It is run by the owner, who oversaw the renovation from complete ruins, and boasts dramatic stone walls which house differently-sized, self-catered apartments, each beautifully decorated, ideal for families and couples alike. See more
Glaslough, Co. Monaghan, Ireland
Sleeps 40 guests in 20 rooms. Price on application.
Our Experts Say:
A distinguished past envelops every uniquely-designed bedroom, each combining history, heirlooms and comfort. Variety is apparent, from dining options to outdoor activities to characterful bedrooms. Conveniently located between Dublin and Belfast, this family-run estate invites you to enjoy its ancient woodland, calming lake and lush panoramic views. See more
County Fermanagh, Ireland
Sleeps 13 guests in 7 rooms. From £4,200 for 2 nights (meals quoted separately).
Our Experts Say:
This Baronial property marks its territory amid a scenic, tree-dotted landscape of the historic County Fermanagh. Complete with turrets, chimneys and a glistening orangery, its façade gives way to an equally Imperial interior of archways, columns, ornate ceilings and floating staircases brimming with romance and charm. See more
