Rathsallagh House
Wedding venue
Country House
Co Wicklow
Capacity Seated: 250
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Rathsallagh House
The O’Flynn family’s renowned 1798 country house is beautifully-located in 250 acres of lush parkland and gardens, on the western edge of the Wicklow Hills, only an hour’s drive south of Dublin. There are numerous old country churches nearby, and wedding blessings can also be held in Rathsallagh’s beautiful walled garden (perfect for photographs) or indoors, in The Orangerie.
This wedding venues got a very welcoming and homely atmosphere, their two wedding co-ordinators can answer virtually any question, and arrange music (church, reception, band), special transport, photographers, even wedding insurance - and they will be there on the day to greet you, and set everyone at ease. A host of little touches will make the day extra special - exclusive use of the venue is built into the costs, the house is set up to provide a soft romantic setting for the wedding with lots of candles and garden flower arrangements provided at no extra charge, and menus are rolled up into a scroll and tied with ribbon.
But the main focus at Rathsallagh is on the food and service: a magnificent 5-course sit-down dinner is based on local and home-grown produce, with hot dishes cooked to order, fish or vegetarian options provided, and allergies taken into account.
The wedding cake can be arranged and an 18” silver stand and cake knife are provided - offering the cake instead of dessert is allowable, but they find it is enjoyed more if kept until late at night and offered with another cup of tea or coffee.
The accommodation is charming rooms vary, as is the way with old properties, but they are all very comfortable and include a highly romantic bridal suite. An exceptional range of activities is available, and the area is beautiful - the wise guest will take a break here after the wedding.
Intimate Country House Weddings
Rathsallagh House exclusively yours for your wedding day.
Imagine the Wedding of your dreams in your own Country House with its romantic Park Land setting of rolling fields and thousands of mature trees ensuring your complete privacy. Rathsallagh is more than a wedding venue, it is your home for the day. Unlike many other 5 Star wedding venues , the difference at Rathsallagh is that it belongs solely to you and your guests - this exclusivity allows them the flexibility to tailor all arrangements to suit you on your special day.
With its walled gardens and Orangery all available to you Rathsallagh is ideal for civil ceremonies and blessings and there are a number of traditional and quaint country Churches on our door step. All of this a mere hour from Dublin, all you have to do is pick your date and for a one off all inclusive fee they will arrange and supply:
- Specialist Wedding Coordinator
- Exclusive and complimentary use of Rathsallagh House, its grounds, Walled Garden and the Orangey for Receptions , Civil Ceremonies and Blessings.
- Live Entertainment for the Reception - piano or harp
- Professional wedding photography and album
- Tea & Coffee on arrival
- Gorgeous Canapés
- Champagne or Pim's Cocktails
- Four course chefs choice dinner menu
- Table flowers coordinated to your color scheme
- Wines - up to half a bottle per head.
- Individual menus hand scrolled and tied with ribbon
- Table plan decorated and displayed for guests.
- Guest and Table Names created and placed as per your seating plan.
- Champagne Toast
- Evening Entertainment - live band
- Midnight Supper
- Complimentary Bridal Suite
- Residents bar service to 3.00am.
All of the above included for groups of 50 or less from €10,950.
Additional numbers over 50 at €125 per person. The exclusive wedding package for 50 is available Sunday to Wednesday in January, February, March,and November.
Menu Price: €80 - €99 a head
House rules apply for larger weddings
Type of Venue
Function / Ball Room, MarqueeVenue Capacity
Function / Ball Room / Permanent indoor marquee.Capacity Seated: 250
Capacity Standing: 350
Decor Responsibility
Decor - decorated by venue or couples responisibility: VenueVenue Hire
- Venue Hire
Exclusive Use
- Do you have to take venue for exclusive use
Booking Deposit
- Booking Deposit
Midweek Reduction
- Midweek reduction available
Wedding Planning Service
- Wedding planning service offered
Local Church Information
- Wedding blessing possible
- Church nearby
2 / 3 Day Programme
- 2/3 day programme arranged for guests if needed
Special Welcome
- Special Welcome
Menus
Drinks
Cost of bottle house wine: €25
Corkage
- Corkage offered
Afters
- Evening guests allowed
- Restriction on numbers
Cost of evening finger food per person: €10-12
Bar Extension
- Bar Extension
Band
- Band Available
DJ
- DJ Available
Children
- Children Welcome
- Childrens Menu
- Baby Sitting Service
- Playground
- Playroom
- Creche
Accommodation
- Accommodation
- Guest discount for accommodation
- Breakfast included
- Minimum number of rooms required
- Minimum number of days required
- Additional accommodation on site
- Additional accommodation available locally
- Complimentary accommodation for bridge & groom
- Complimentary breakfast for bridge & groom
Additional Information
Cost of guests accommodation per person: 140-175Additional Information
- Air Conditioning
Seasonal Restrictions
- Seasonal Restrictions
Credit Cards Taken
- Amex
- MasterCard
- Visa
- Diners
- Laser
- Switch
- Maestro
- Other
Service Charge
- Service Charge
Information on Location
Nearest Town
DunlavinDistance (km): 3
Time Away: 5 mins
Nearest Airport
DublinDistance (km): 73 km
Nearest International Ferry Port
Dun LaoghaireDistance (km): 55
Nearest Station
KildareDistance (km): 30
Time Away: 30-40 mins
Dublin
Distance (km): 50Time Away: 1 hr
Waterford
Distance (km): 110Time Away: 2 hr 15 mins
Cork
Distance (km): 225Time Away: 3 hrs
Killarney
Distance (km): 275Time Away: 4 hr 10 mins
Limerick
Distance (km): 170Time Away: 2 hr 45 mins
Galway
Distance (km): 220Time Away: 3 hrs
Sligo
Distance (km): 250Time Away: 3.5 hrs
Belfast
Distance (km): 220Time Away: 3 hrs
Athlone
Distance (km): 120Time Away: 2 hr 15 mins
Directions
24km (15 miles) south of Naas off Carlow Road, take Kilcullen Bypass (M9), turn left 3km (2 miles) south of Priory Inn, follow signposts.Facilities / Features
- Seated Dinner
- Wedding cake service
- Can have wedding cake as dessert without additional charge
- Evening guests allowed
- Children welcome
- Baby sitting service
- Bar extension available
- Garden
- Golf (on site)
- Walking
- Massage (on site)
- Steam Room (on site)
- Jacuzzi (on site)
- Beauty Salon (on site)
- Hairdresser (on site)
- Fully wheelchair accessible
- Helicopter Pad (on site)
Complimentary
- Candles & Flowers provided on tables
- Menu Cards
- Cake stand & knife
- Red Carpet
- Champagne reception for bride & groom
- Tea & Cofee for guests on arrival
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