Irelands wild atlantic way is a 2,500km driving route along the atlantic seaboard from donegal to cork. Bishops gate hotel has been listed in the 45th anniversary edition of the prestigious irelands blue book. Viewed as the gold standard classification of classic hotels, country houses and restaurants across the country, the blue book will today announce the addition of four new members for 2018. Coopershill country house ireland, luxury country house. Located throughout the island of ireland these charming and stylish hideaways are. Bishops gate hotel added to prestigious irelands blue book. Explore the island driving, walking and horseback riding offer different ways to take in the beautiful natural scenery and fun outdoor activities ireland has to offer.
Book now irelands blue book is a collection of irish country house hotels, historic manor houses, castles and restaurants located throughout the island of ireland. It is an exploration of a 2,500km long coastline dotted with headlands, harbours, sandy beaches and breathtaking viewing points. Bishops gate hotel has been added to irelands blue book for the 45th anniversary edition of the prestigious hotel guide. This failte ireland farmhouse, near donegal town, offers spectacular views of the blue stack mountains and barnesmore gap, county donegal.
The premises described in the blue book will appeal to the discerning visitor who is searching for high standards of traditional hospitality, accommodation and fine cuisine amidst the. This book sets out the records available for donegal, where they can be accessed, and how they can be used to best effect in tracing donegal families. Whether its a stately castle or an elegant manor house, blue book. Rathmullan house is a gracious four star country house hotel and restaurant on the north coast of co donegal ireland elegant guest accommodation and. See more ideas about ireland, blue books and country house hotels. The house is available all year for private parties, house parties and special events such as filming.
The book is a guide to an impeccable collection of 56 country house hotels, manor houses, castles and restaurants located throughout the island of ireland. Irelands blue book is a collection of irish country house hotels, historic manor houses, castles and restaurants located throughout the island of ireland. Castle grove country house in co donegal, glenlo abbey in galway. A trip to ballyliffin in donegal will round off the trip nicely to a course which many have whispered, is rory mcilroys favourite in ireland. Castle grove country house in co donegal, glenlo abbey in galway, virginia park lodge in co cavan and private. Irelands blue book top 5 blue book golf breaks with ggt. Below is a full list of our houses and restaurants and the map above shows each of their locations. For those seeking a scenic retreat or a gourmet getway, there is something in irelands blue book collection. Give the gift of relaxation with an irelands blue book gift voucher, to be used in over 50 different country house hotels, castles or restaurants wed, oct 10, 2018, 06. Im a big fan of irelands blue book so you can imagine how excited i was to hear that they have. Donegal location castle grove is one of the few remaining private estates in the northwest of ireland.
Each property has something different to offer our valued us clients. Gregans castle hotel is located midway along the route and only an hour north of shannon airport. Irelands blue book gift vouchers make the ideal present for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, special occasions or corporate incentive presentations. Irelands blue book accommodation associations dublin. Our innovative menu caters for all palates, featuring fresh fish, tender roast meats and seasonal vegetables, many of which are handpicked on site from our fantastic walled garden. Explore the wild atlantic way, enjoy some of irelands most pristine beaches, and visit some of the best golf courses in the land. Irelands blue book is a unique collection of irish country house hotels, manor houses, castles and restaurants. Located throughout the island of ireland these charming boutique hotels are some of the most stylish and unique places to stay in the country. Irelands blue book is a listing of luxury accommodation. Irelands blue book reveals six new members for 2018 20181122 mediabest travel the former home of jimi hendrixs bass guitarist, and what must be irelands most expensive tent, are among the new additions to irelands blue book for 2019. Comprising irelands most charming country houses, manor houses, castles and restaurants.
Donegal summer break at castle grove country house. A selection of new properties have joined irelands blue book for 2018. Irelands blue book members entice travelers with a number of mustdo adventures to add to their summertime bucket list. Irelands blue book is a collection of romantic irish country house hotels, manor houses, castles and restaurants. A selection of 2 night breaks in june and july from irelands blue book. The brazen head oldest pub in ireland dating back to 1198, odonoghues or the long hall. I was a guest of castle grove country house and irelands blue book while exploring irelands wild atlantic way. New additions to irelands blue book the irish times. With its stunning location, right beside the sea, you can stroll through the gardens. Six of the best ways to unwind with irelands blue book.
Located throughout the island of ireland, these charming and stylish hideaways are the perfect choice for your romantic escape or weekend retreat. Pass through the gates and you are in a different world, an oasis of privacy and tranquillity rarely found today. Paul brady, singer, songwriter and multiinstrumentalist is one of irelands most highly regarded and successful artists. We are delighted to be members of irelands blue book. Located throughout the island of ireland, these charming and stylish hideaways are the perfect choice for your holiday vacation in ireland. All of the following properties are represented by ireland blue book, a company that scrutinizes a manor homes every detail, from historical significance, to fine dining, to attractions in the area, before it is listed and promoted by this service. Castle grove house on irelands wild atlantic way in donegal. Irelands wild atlantic way irelands blue book special. My wife, who has a new age streak, discovered it in irelands blue book of country house hotels, castles and the like. For an overnight castle experience, book a romantic stay at the fivestar lough eske castle hotel and spa in the 16th century the surrounding area was home to the odonnell clan, one of irelands most powerful ruling families.
An evening with paul brady on stage is a captivating experience, as he invites you. In addition, we are proud members of irelands prestigious blue book and certified members of the donegal food coast initiative. Irelands wild atlantic way beckons any time of year. Irelands blue book has been the definitive guide to charming and unique destinations across the country since 1974. The perfect ireland bucket list irelands blue book shares the bucket list items for your next trip to the emerald isle. Rathmullan house four star country house hotel restaurant donegal ireland.
Luxury stays at irish castles with irelands blue book. Vouchers are available in denominations of your choice from 100 upwards and may be used as payment or part payment for a stay or a meal in any blue book house or restaurant. Dreaming of a donegal staycation, exploring lough swilly before returning to the grand dining room at castle grove country house hotel for dinner. Select from over 900 tourist board approved irish bed and breakfasts in town, farm, city and countryside locations across ireland. Irelands blue book is a romantic collection of irish country house hotels, manor houses, castles and restaurants. Coopershill country house in sligo, is a member of irelands blue book and is open to overnight guests from 1 april to 31 october. Bishops gate hotel secures prestigious irelands blue. The irish food scene is emerging, with a new initiative taste the island recently announced by failte ireland, and so we have put together a list of 3 blue book houses who keep it local and source their ingredients onsite and locally. Irelands blue book adds four new luxury properties for 2018. Hotel gift vouchers irelands blue book irelands blue book. If you have ever thought about visiting ireland, but not sure what kind of holiday you want. Irelands blue book irelands blue book country houses, historic hotels, castles. Experience the warmth of true irish hospitality with a stay in one of irelands blue books graceful country properties.
At nearly 1,600 miles long, from county donegal in the north to west cork in the south, its not a road trip to be done in one visit so weve done small sections in pieces, on various trips. Ireland s blue book is a romantic collection of irish country house hotels, manor houses, castles and restaurants. Country house hotel, a delightful, intimate venue in the heart of donegal. Not only that, but owners martina and patsy osullivan invite guests to join them on their farm, watching the suckler cows, sheep, and their hard working border collies. Longford and some incredible private rentals including coolmore manor, co. Bookings include freshly cooked full irish breakfast. The highlight on this clew bay island is a stay in the charming clare island lighthouse, a nautical landmark for two centuries and now a boutique hotel in irelands blue book. Irelands blue book is adding four new properties to its collection of hotels, country houses and restaurants for 2018. As the donegal food scene continues to grow, be sure to sample some of some of donegals finest locally sourced food, craft beers, gins, whiskeys and lots more. Or restaurant forty one, both are part of irelands blue book, which is a fantastic resource for unique lodging and dining throughout ireland. Located in irelands most north westerly corner, donegal is november, 2017 by patrick irish open 2018 at ballyliffin a bright new dawn for donegal. What unfolded was a lovely 10kilometre roundtrip trek on the pilgrims path at county donegals slieve league cliffs. The wild atlantic way, a coastal touring route that runs down irelands entire western seaboard, where the atlantic waves crash against jagged rock. Irelands wild atlantic way road trip guide by mike of.
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