The name Monaincha means 'island in the bog' and this lovely spot just outside Roscrea was once a hermit settlement – giving a hint of the peace and serenity to be found at the end of the long driveway, which meanders through farmland dotted with ... more...
Quietly situated on the south of the city and very convenient to Cork airport and the Jack Lynch Tunnel, this Cork hotels got a fine country house at its heart and is set in its own garden.
The main entrance is via the original flight of steps up to t ... more...
One of the area's longest-established hotels, the Twin Trees Hotel has been in the Moylett family for three generations and is known for its hands-on hospitality and relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
Formerly a country house, it first opened in 1938 and, ... more...
A handsome 19th century cut limestone courthouse faces down the main street of this busy town and, in a prime position alongside it, you’ll find Conor Mee and Charlotte Carr's atmospheric and friendly restaurant.
Originally a private hou ... more...
Centrally located and easily accessible from the M7 motorway, the O’Loughlin family’s long-established hotel is set in ten acres of fine landscaped gardens just south of the town (and near the Curragh racecourse).
Justifiably proud of b ... more...
Adela Nugent's welcoming and relaxed B&B is one of the pleasantest places to stay in this beautiful area; located close to Keelbeg pier, it is on an elevated site overlooking Glandore harbour and with views of the surrounding countryside.
All bedr ... more...
“Great coffee, fantastic atmosphere and chat to beat the band” are the promise at the café in this fine restored grain house at the pretty and historic riverside village of St Mullins, where owners Martin and Emer O’Brien also ... more...
Close by the very tidy village of Keadue and at the heart of a 40-acre estate overlooking Lough Meelagh, you will find this 4* sister establishment to Lough Rynn Castle in Co Leitrim (see entry), and the two properties have much in common, notably very ... more...
Now in its third generation of family ownership, Aherne’s of Youghal is outstanding for the warmth of the FitzGibbon family’s hospitality and their enormous enthusiasm for the business which, since 1993, has included some fine accommodation ... more...
Situated on the edge of Donegal Town, just off the Killybegs Road, you can't miss The Gateway Lodge as it's a striking combination of old new and sits quite high above the road - and just a couple of minutes' walk from the town centre.
At its heart th ... more...