Four Gorgeous Getaways in Ireland - The Gloss Magazine

Four Gorgeous Getaways in Ireland

For reunion stays or bubble breaks, Ireland’s Blue Book offers an impressive range of discreet, luxuriously appointed properties. Comprising country house hotels, elegant Georgian manors, stately castles, historic hotels, luxury boutique hotels and barges there is something to suit all tastes and requirements. We’ve selected four of the best staycations ideas where you can be as lazy or as active as you wish. Ireland’s Blue Book Vouchers are welcomed at all the properties.

Rathsallagh House, Co Wicklow

Fantastic and faultless are two of the most frequently used adjectives employed by guests when describing the hospitality at Rathsallagh House. Set within 530 acres in a beautiful part of the “Garden of Ireland”, the romantic retreat is just one hour south of Dublin, located in former Queen Anne stables dating from 1798. Currently it is available for exclusive rental to ensure privacy and blissful isolation, while at the same time offering a full and discreet service from the team. Spacious ensuite bedrooms (overlooking rolling lawns or the walled garden), country house cooking and a wealth of onsite activities are the top three attractions of this award-winning family-run hotel. There’s also an 18-hole championship golf course, designed by Peter McEvoy and Christy O’Connor, a tennis court at your disposal as well as the the option of bringing your pet pooch along too; www.rathsallagh.com.

The Hideaway at Dromquinna Manor, Co Kerry

Tucked away in a secluded part of the Dromquinna estate overlooking the idyllic Kenmare Bay, The Hideaway fulfils a sense of total escapism as well as being the ultimate in luxury camping. In reality, it is not camping at all but a luxurious en-suite bedroom in its own private grounds. Decorated with an eclectic mix of antiques and native (Adirondack) furniture the style is laid back natural elegance. Soak in the beauty of Kenmare Bay as you sit on your veranda with the sound of lapping waters below. The only intrusion is the slow fly-by by your only neighbouring resident, the heron. The Hideaway tent is fully stocked with books, board games, playing cards and magazines. A stay includes breakfast delivered to the Hideaway each morning while guest can also avail of the onsite barbecue area or the Boathouse Bistro on the estate; www.dromquinnamanor.com.

Dunowen House, Co Cork

Dunowen House is a luxury 18th-century property on the Wild Atlantic Way, close to Clonakilty. Surrounded by private coves and beaches, guests get the chance to totally experience West Cork and indulge in a range of activities from surfing to kayaking and from hiking to fishing. Carefully restored, Dunowen House showcases its unique rock and roll heritage, as the former home of Noel Redding, bass guitarist with the Jimi Hendrix Experience. A music room is dedicated to memorabilia, vintage posters and music magazines. There are only six bedrooms, all individual in style showcasing the owners’ love of interior design. Also located on the property is the luxurious self catering Orchard Cottage which sleeps five. When you stay at Dunowen House, it is yours exclusively – ideal for families, friends, celebrations and events; www.dunowenhouse.ie.

Shannon Princess, Co Westmeath

If you’ve got used to life in the slow lane and want to holiday at a leisurely pace then The Shannon Princess is highly recommended. The luxury boutique hotel barge is the perfect way to explore the loughs and river (from which its name comes) while being cosseted in a comfortable and indulgent environment. Family-run and with a professional crew during the cruise (six nights, seven days) guests enjoy scrumptious breakfasts, mouth watering lunches and elegant dinners prepared daily on board in the barge’s galley by the on board chef. Deluxe accommodation includes air conditioning, with a deck side spa pool while golf and walking excursions are also part of the impressive offering; www.shannonprincess.com.

Need to know: For further information on all of these hotels and the other 56 properties in the Ireland’s Blue Book collection, which also includes a number of award winning restaurants, five of whom have been awarded Michelin stars, visit www.irelandsbluebook.com.

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