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Tankardstown House

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Tankardstown House

Well established as one of Ireland’s most desirable country house destinations, Tankardstown is a wonderful place for a short break or a meal out
Meetings, conferences, weddings and banqueting (max 230). Rooms 25 (7 in main house, 18 in courtyard cottages); B&B from €147.50pps. Children welcome (cots available, baby sitting arranged); Pets welcome in courtyard cottages. Brabazon Restaurant: Wed – Sunday 12-9pm. Afternoon Tea in The Cellar: Sat & Sun 1-6pm. Children welcome. Ample parking. Amex, MasterCard, Visa. abbreviations

Whether for a short break, a special occasion, a good meal or just a light bite and a browse around the gardens, this lovely period property near Slane is well worth a special visit.


Arriving at dusk with the courtyard fountain, walled garden and sweeping grounds all romantically lit up, you could imagine you are pulling up to a grand Tuscan villa – and, sipping wine on the sheltered bistro patio in fine summer weather, the illusion is complete.


After buying the property in 2002, Trish and Brian Conroy restored and renovated the house with consideration and taste – and, thanks to their efforts, it also stands proud once again on the parkland that belonged to the original estate.


Under Trish's eagle eye and ably assisted by General Manager, Tadhg Carolan, the whole property is under continuous renovation and development. The entire house is available for rent on an exclusive basis for special occasions, but all rooms are also available for independent bookings. Of the 25 luxurious double bedrooms, six are splendid period rooms situated in the main house, with additional accommodation in charming 18th century stable yard cottages - where pets are welcome and breakfast can be delivered to your door on request.


The main house is very beautiful, with several elegant reception rooms, and it makes a gorgeous wedding venue. A small honour bar, which was initially intended to meet the needs of guests attending events, adds an extra dimension to the appeal of Tankardstown as a short breaks destination.


No expense has been spared with fine antiques, artwork and splendid mirrors, and only the very finest fabrics and furnishings feature in every room; the overall impression is one of immaculate taste and luxurious comfort.


Each bedroom in both the main house and cottages is elegantly decorated in a different style, and most have both bath and shower ensuite - plus additional comforts including waffle cotton robes, slippers and The Handmade Soap Company toiletries, which are locally made in Slane. And near the cottages there is also an outdoor hot tub for guests use, privately tucked away in the walled garden.


Tankardstown is firmly established as one of Ireland’s most desirable country house destinations - a wonderful place for a short break, the house with its Orangery also lends itself particularly well to weddings (holding up to 230 guests), and is ideal for a family reunion or special party.


Likewise Tankardstown is perfect for conferences or business meetings – seating up to 230 people in the Orangery in a theatre style, or at tables of 10. There are smaller rooms available and several reception rooms in the main house providing excellent break out areas.


It’s very conveniently located (only a short drive from Dublin airport and handy from the North too) and the area will repay time given to exploration – Newgrange World Heritage Site is nearby and there are lots of less obvious places to visit and things to do.


Facilities on site include free parking, free wifi, beauty/treatments room, restaurants and tea room; equestrian, golf and fishing all nearby. 


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In addition to the main house and courtyard, buildings around a garden area at the rear have been opened up, to provide a destination restaurant, Brabazon - and The Cellar, a smart casual restaurant in a series of characterful former outbuildings, with outdoor seating for fine weather. It is used for residents' breakfast, and delicious Afternoon Teas are served here on Saturday & Sunday (1-6pm).


In the courtyard alongside The Cellar, Brabazon Restaurant is the area's leading fine dining destination. Although mainly a new build you would never guess it - the old cow shed was the starting point and, like everything else at Tankardstown, it has been built and finished with exquisite taste to create an atmospheric, slightly other-worldy setting for a very special dining experience.


The style is sophisticated rustic, with an open fire for winter and, for warmer days, a garden terrace accessed by French doors, which – like all the woodwork – are painted in a beautifully elegant soft country green.


A meal here gets off to a good start with a prompt and genuine welcome, and well trained staff waste no time in offering a drink along with their famously ingredients-led menus


Menus here always offer a good choice of interesting, accessibly priced dishes based on local produce and the Tankardstown walled gardens, polytunnel and poultry enclosure, and the team also operates some terrific one-off evenings.


The setting at Brabazon is charming, but it is much more than a pretty face. With its excellent cooking - and exceptionally professional and friendly service - what you can expect here is a special occasion experience at an everyday price – a very customer focused approach which ensures plenty of returning guests.


Don't forget to allow time for a look around before or after dining here, as there is plenty to see - including a variety of poultry in their enclosure near the carpark, where ducks and geese sail serenely on a little pond.


Whether for dinner or Sunday lunch, a meal at this atmospheric restaurant is always a real treat.

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  • Self Catering Also Avail
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2015 Award Winners Atmospheric Restaurant Of The Year 2015
2015 Award Winners Country House Of The Year 2015
2018 Award Winners Business Destination Of The Year 2018
Last Updated: 17-02-2021
Author: Georgina Campbell

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From Dublin take the M1 Motorway and get off at the Slane exit or take the N2 via the Ashbourne bypass to Slane. Taking the N51 from Slane village towards Navan, continue approximately 3km (2 miles) in Navan direction and you will come to the main gates to Slane Castle - turn right opposite the gates and proceed up to a fork in the road (passing Slane Farm Hostel on the right). At the fork STAY LEFT and carry on up the road for about 4km (2.5 miles). You will come to the main entrance to Tankardstown.
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