This large, rambling country house is just an hour from Dublin, but it could be in a different world.
Although it's very professionally operated, the O'Flynn family insist that this romantic spot is not an hotel and the gentle rhythms of life around t ... more...
Fans of China Sichuan enjoy this Dublin restaurants modern interpretations of classic Sichuan cuisine - which is better than ever - with the wide-ranging à la carte menu complemented by value menus both at lunchtime and in the evening.
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A few miles out of town, this famous low-rise hotel, dating from the ’60s, enjoys stunning views of the lakes and the mountains beyond and also overlooks Killarney’s two 18-hole championship golf courses.
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Famous for its mild Gulf Stream climate and lush, almost sub-tropical growth, Glengarriff on the Beara Peninsula is one of the prettiest and most beautifullly located villages along West Cork's Wild Atlantic Way, and it has been a popul ... more...
Situated in the old Yacht Club building on a peaceful stretch of the River Bann outside Coleraine, Lir is the long-awaited brainchild of Rebekah and Stevie McCarry - whose project here was stalled by the arrival of the pandemic, but who achieved ... more...
Easily spotted on Killarney’s Muckross Road, John and Sinead Courtney's attractive creeper-clad boutique hotel enjoys views of the Kerry mountains, while both the town centre and the National Park are just a stroll away.
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Named for the Gallic hometown of proprietor Olivier Meisonnave, Dax has been a success since it first opened in an intimate Georgian basement in Pembroke Street in 2004. Olivier honed his front-of-house skills as the charming maitre’D at Kevin Th ... more...
With a reputation for lively dining and decent Italian food this long-running Dublin restaurants long been a favourite of politicians and media types, although falling out of favour in recent years, following a series of ... more...
Well located on Bangor's main street, this inviting bakery, tea rooms/coffee shop, restaurant and delicatessen offers the weary shopper a choice of tasty fare throughout the day, and is an institution in the town.
Famous for its home baking, work star ... more...
Located in a brightly painted period house at the top of this old market town, Byrnes is a stylishly laid back restaurant with views of Ennistymon's famous cascading river from the airy restaurant and an extensive outdoor dining area at the rear.
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