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This spectacular castle offers views over delightful gardens and a vast and serene lake. The scenic tree-dotted grounds feature a golf course and spa, whilst the 16th-century multi-towered castle boasts an impressive ancestral heritage. Expect luxury and grandeur in swathes, a notable restaurant serving creative Irish cuisine and a range of sporting experiences. See more

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Inside this 700-year-old castle you will find engraved furnishings and gilded frames complementing floral fabrics and pastel-hued walls. Wander the bountiful walled garden, dine on delicious, seasonal cuisine and gaze over the river to the rugged landscape beyond from your delightfully-styled, characterful bedroom. See more

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Designed by the architect of Buckingham Palace, this Baronial castle with convenient airlinks sits on a private country estate on the banks of a vast lake. The Imperially-styled rooms exude the relaxed atmosphere of a beloved family home and have richly historic tales to tell. Indulge in delectable afternoon tea, admire ornately-painted cornices and explore the restored walled garden. See more

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This ancestral home of a Lord and Lady features sophisticated, spacious bedrooms – some located in the tower - family antiques and a fresh, seasonal dining experience from its working deer-farm estate. Closely situated to Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, the castle’s private courtyard encloses gardens and estate buildings dating back to Norman times. See more

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A Gothic fireplace, spiral staircases, dark stone walls and exposed beams are further dramatised by the accompanying colourful history of this modest castle; as wild as its rural setting and which played an exciting role in North Clare’s military past. Renovated to host 21st-century stays, the 15th-century castle brims with character amid the period antiques and floral bedsheets. See more

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Indulge in the tranquillity and privacy of this authentically-restored and renovated 16th-century tower, perched on a rock outcrop in secluded moorland. You will have private use of the castle, which offers guests a truly rustic experience. The Great Hall, with oak half-tester king-size bed, re-creates the experience of a 16th-century castle, lit by candles and warmed by a log fireplace. See more