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An ‘open secret’ destination that has attracted discerning visitors to the glorious north-west of Donegal for many years, the Alcorn family’s beautifully located property is just outside Dunfanaghy on the shore of the New Lake, which ...
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Lynn Hill’s charming and unusual house on the Ballynahinch River near Roundstone was built as a sporting lodge in the eighteenth century but you don’t have to be a fisherperson to warm to the special charms of The Anglers Return: Lynn&rsquo ...
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The pillared entrance and ivy-clad facade of this classic Victorian railway hotel still convey a sense of occasion and its convenience to Killarney town - and, of course, the station - is unrivalled. This protected building has gone through sever ...
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Although the Wall family’s gloriously remote country guesthouse is now a very substantial building, the spirit of the ancestral home around which Hanora’s is built remains a strong presence.
This a very special place - equally wonderful fo ...
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BrookLodge & Macreddin Village
Macreddin Village, Co. Wicklow
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Built on the site of a deserted village in a Wicklow valley, this extraordinary food, drink and leisure complex exists thanks to the vision of three brothers, Evan, Eoin and Bernard Doyle.
Below we outline the various strands that make up this very co ...
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Owned since 2013 by the Kang family of Xiu Lan Hotels, who also own the Kingsley Hotel in Cork city, this is one of Ireland's most desirable destinations.
A beautiful tree-lined driveway curves its way onto this private island in East Cork setting the ...
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This handsome waterside Georgian house was built on the early 1800's and completely rehabilitated by the present owner operators Victoria and David Bohan, before opening as Tea Rooms and Guest Accommodation in October 2011.
It is wonderfully located i ...
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Parkland designed by Lancelot “Capability” Brown in the mid-18th century creates a wonderful setting for Raymond and Mary Sweeney’s lovely period house overlooking Lough Swilly.
Raymond and Mary's daughters, Karoline and Irene, are n ...
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The late Kay and Dermot McEvilly were among the pioneers of the Irish country house movement when they opened Cashel House as an hotel in 1968. The following year General and Madame de Gaulle chose to stay for two weeks, an historic visit of which th ...
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This handsome 19th century hotel in Clifden town centre has played a central role in the hospitality of the area for many a year - the proprietors are related to a number of key players including brothers Paddy and Billy (Quay House and Dolphin Beach), ...
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GREAT VALUE SPRING GETAWAYS - TEN OF THE BESTWith lengthening days and spring in the air, a short break away from cities can lift the spirits without breaking the bank. A hotel is a good bet early in the year, offering plenty of comfort and facilities if the weather is disappointing. To get the best rates, travel midweek if possible, give the special offers pages on hotel websites a good browse - and book direct. Here are some of our favourites to try. -
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ROMANTIC GETAWAYS - TEN OF THE BESTSpring may be a clichéd time for all things romantic, but there can never be a bad time to plan a twosome break. Here are just a few of our favourite romantic destinations in Ireland to get you thinking... -
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FESTIVE BREAKS - TEN OF THE BESTWhether for Christmas, New Year or that lovely Twixmas gap between them, this can be the perfect time for a short break with - or as a respite from - family and friends. That in-between time often offers great value for a refreshing post-Christmas recovery break and some hotels have interesting pre-Christmas packages on offer too. Extra high demand this year means that some venues may be heavily booked, especially for the main Christmas break, but it is always worth calling to check availabi ... -
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Garden Getaways - 10 of the BestWhile many are open all year, this is perhaps the perfect time for garden visits - and some of Ireland's loveliest gardens offer accommodation too, so why not try one (or more) of these gorgeous garden getaways this year... -
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Breaks for Groups - 10 of the Best DestinationsThinking of a family get-together in Ireland, or want to meet up somewhere interesting with old friends? Destinations that can cater separately for families and other groups often offer a particularly relaxing stay. Here are just a few of our favourites to tempt you… -
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THE VERY BEST - TEN OF THE BEST10 of the very best places to eat, drink & stay throughout Ireland. We are blessed with some outstanding places to eat and stay in Ireland and these are unquestionably some of the very best – and they’re all beautifully located too. -
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FISHING BREAKS - TEN OF THE BESTWhat better way to spend a few days away in some of Irelands most stunning landscapes than a short break at one of our famous fishing hotels? And, by a happy chance, they are all lovely places for non-fishing partners to visit too…. -
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AN HOUR (OR SO) FROM DUBLIN - TEN OF THE BESTWith soaring fuel prices affecting everything - and especially travel costs -picking a destination that's an hour or 90 minutes from home means better value for your break, as well as less stress and more chilling time. So if you're based in Dublin why not try one of our picks for a quick break within easy striking distance of the capital? -
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FOR KIDS - TEN OF THE BESTNot quite decided on your holiday plans yet? Consider the simplicity, relaxation and - if chosen wisely - better value, that airport-free home holidays offer. Parents holidaying with their kids will find there is plenty to choose from in many of the most beautiful and interesting areas of Ireland, and you’ll be made especially welcome this year.
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Ballyfin Special Packages'At Ballyfin we want you to have the travel experience of your life and have included amenities and services to ensure you have a very relaxing holiday with us. You will feel like the entire property is yours as you enjoy the atmosphere of a period Irish house with all the facilities of a five star resort.' -
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GREAT SOUTHERN KILLARNEY CO KERRYEnjoy an overnight break with dinner at Great Southern Killarney. This package includes Overnight accommodation, Gourmet 4 course evening meal in the award winning restaurant, The Garden Room and full Irish Breakfast. -
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Dining Event at BrookLodgeThe SmokeHouses Dinner is a unique dining event, on Sunday 28th May. Five Irish Smokehouse Artisans with a combined knowledge of over 180 years of smoking foods are coming together to celebrate the art of smoking. -
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Self Catering break at Great Southern Killarney3, 4 or 7 night stays are offered at the Holiday Homes at Great Southern Killarney. Just 4 minutes walk from reception in the Great Southern Killarney hotel, the Great Southern Killarney Self-Catering Homes are ideal for families, groups or visitors for whom extra privacy, comfort and space is a must. -
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Summer Break At The Lodge At Ashford CastleThe summer months bring a great opportunity to enjoy the warm hospitality and everything that The Lodge has to offer. -
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Summer Breakaway at BrookLodge & Macreddin VillageWith plenty of outdoor activities, luxurious spa treatments, and award-winning dining experiences, there's something for everyone to enjoy at BrookLodge & Macreddin Village this summer. -
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Overnight Dine & Delight at Wineport LodgeOvernight Dine & Delight at Wineport Lodge -
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Late Summer Breakaway to the Burren - Gregans Castle Hotel"Quiet Luxury in the heart of the Burren" -
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ENJOY ALL THE PERKS OF WINEPORT WITH STAY ON LUXURY CRUISERThis Autumn, live your best boating life with the best of both worlds at Wineport Lodge on lovely Lough Ree with this exclusive offer. Stay on this luxury Dutch Steel Cruiser - M.V. Full Circle and enjoy all Wineport has to offer...
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Wild Atlantic WayExplore the wonderful West coast of Ireland by taking a tour around some or all of the Wild Atlantic Way -
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East CorkWith a rich historical and maritime legacy, East Cork has a truly unique variety of attractions to offer the visitor. It is a haven for family holidays with a huge range of activities and attractions to keep the whole family entertained for hours. -
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West CorkIn this extensive county, the towns and villages have their own distinctive character. In West Cork, their spirit is preserved in the vigour of the landscape with the handsome coastline where the light of the famous Fastnet Rock swings across tumbling ocean and spray-tossed headland. The county is a repository of the good things of life, a treasure chest of the finest farm produce, and the very best of seafood, brought to market by skilled specialists. -
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Ring of KerryThe town of Killarney is where the Ring of Kerry begins and ends for many, among the lakes and mountains where they are re-establishing the enormous white-tailed sea eagle, has long been a magnet for visitors. Across the purple mountains from Killarney, the lovely little town of Kenmare in South Kerry is both a gourmet focus, and another excellent touring centre. As one of the prettiest places in Ireland, Kenmare puts the emphasis on civic pride. -
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The BurrenThat Galway Bay coastline in Co. Clare is where The Burren, the fantastical North Clare moonscape of limestone which is home to so much unexpectedly exotic flora, comes plunging spectacularly towards the sea around the attractive village of Ballyvaughan. -
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ConnemaraConnemara, the Land of the Sea, where earth, rock and ocean intermix in one of Ireland's most extraordinary landscapes, and is now as ever a place of angling renown - you're very quickly into the high ground and moorland which sweep up to the Twelve Bens and other splendid peaks, wonderful mountains which enthusiasts would claim as the most beautiful in all Ireland. Beyond, to the south, the Aran Islands are a place apart. -
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Erne WaterwayRivers often divide one county from another, but Fermanagh is divided - or linked if you prefer - throughout its length by the handsome waters of the River Erne, both river and lake. Southeast of the historic county town of Enniskillen, Upper Lough Erne is a maze of small waterways meandering their way into Fermanagh from the Erne'e source in County Cavan. -
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Shannon WaterwayCo Cavan shares the 667 m peak of Cuilcagh with neighbouring Fermanagh. No ordinary mountain, this - it has underground streams which eventually become the headwaters of the lordly River Shannon, Ireland's longest river that passes south through many counties before exiting at the mighty estuary in Limerick. A magnet for tourism now with boating, fishing, cycling and walking-a-plenty. -
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Causeway CoastBetween the sheltered bays at the foot of the Glens of Antrim, the sea cliffs of the headlands soar with remarkable rock formations which, on the North Coast, provide the setting for the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge and the Giant's Causeway.
Apps and Books
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Georgina Campbell's Ireland - The Best of the Best
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From Tide to Table by Georgina Campbell
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