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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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Left to ruin for over 250 years amid peaceful countryside, the unassuming 13th-century Irish tower has been lovingly restored. A rustic exposed stone and wooden interior is dotted with patterned rugs, hung tapestries, antiques and French-inspired furniture. Spy from mullioned windows and, on a clear day, enjoy 40-mile vistas over flat, tree-dotted farmland to the Maamturk Mountains. See more

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Accessed at the end of a long straight drive, this beautifully-restored castle stands proudly towering above tree-lined fields, offering guests panoramic countryside views. Spiral stone staircases, and wooden floorboards with touches of Medieval glamour highlight its Norman features and give it a cosy, rustic charm. 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

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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