The Rock of Cashel is one of Ireland’s best showcases of medieval, Romanesque, Gothic and Renaissance buildings and monuments located on a hilly outcrop of limestone overlooking the Golden Vale. While Cahir Castle remains one of Ireland’s largest and best preserved castles situated on an island on the river Suir.
The Swiss Cottage was built in the early 1800s by Richard Butler and is elegantly decorated . While Farney Castle is the only round tower in Ireland occupied as a family home. First built in the middle ages and later more solidly constructed in the fifteenth century, the tower was a built for defence against invasion King Henry VIII (of six wives claim) confiscated and returned the castle and lands
The Clancy Brothers Music Festival is held in Carrick-On-Suir, in June while Tipperary’s longstanding association with the sport of kings is celebrated at the racecourse. Thurles Racecourse has held race meetings for hundreds of years and the February meeting is seen as a major trial for the forthcoming National Hunt Festival meetings at Cheltenham, Fairyhouse and Punchestown.
The links with Gaelic more traditional Gaelic sports is celebrated at Semple Stadium, where the Gaelic Athletic Association kicked off its revival in the nineteenth century in the tradition of the ancient Celtic Tailteann games.
Tipperary is home to some of Ireland’s best loved heritage sites, historic towns, lakes and rivers, and not forgetting the iconic Rock of Cashel.
Welcome to Luxury Hotels Ireland Stunningly situated along Rosslare’s five mile sandy beach, Kelly’s Resort Hotel Rosslare has been described as a jewel in the crown of Irish tourism. Epitomising all that is good about the Irish hotel industry, this four star hotel uses its century of experience to make the experience a memorable one for all visitors. The hotel which was first set up by William J Kelly in 1893 as Tea Rooms has grown and expanded to fit the customer and provide everything that one could want from...
Nestled on 1,000 acres of undulating Irish countryside, dotted with ancient woodlands and glittering lakes, Castle Leslie Estate is one of the last great Irish estate still in the hands of its founding family. The Leslie Family arrived in Ireland in the 16th Century and bought the Estate at that time. Today, it is led and managed by Sammy Leslie and governed by a Family Trust. The family considers itself to be guardians of the land and its overwhelming desire is to protect the Estate for future generations. Located...
Built in 1852, the Clarence was refurbished during the late Thirties in its original style which it retained for the next two centuries until its sale and refurbishment to the glorious state it is in today by a consortium which included a number of members if U2. The 4 star hotel is centrally located in the city centre overlooking the River Liffey and close to Temple Bar, Dublin Castle, Christ Church, the busy Grafton Street shopping district, Trinity College, the National Gallery, St Stephen’s Green, Vicar Street music emporium,...
Check out this video guide to the fairytale Ashford Castle in Cong. Through the gates of the castle grounds, racing past the green trees and fauna, view of the castle gates, the castle itself and the archway. Straight out of a book of fairy-tales, Ashford Castle hotel embodies sheer luxury. It overlooks the Lough Corrib and it really has something for everyone. Inside the castle rooms, the fantastic chandeliers, ornate mirrors, heavy period furniture, hand made plates, inlaid woodpieces, sixteenth century paintings, outside steps. The rooms at Ashford...
Experience one of the best 5 star Luxury Hotels Dublin In central Dublin, the 5-star Fitzwilliam Hotel offers luxurious accommodation and a Michelin starred restaurant. There is a gym, salon and the hotel’s Interior design is by Sir Terrance Conran. The Fitzwilliam Hotel, one of Dublin‘s most luxurious hotels overlooks St Stephen’s Green in the city centre. Experience the tranquility and calm of St. Stephen’s Green and the hustle and bustle of a busy Grafton Street at the same time. The hotel is also just a few minutes away...
The Hastings Hotels collection has six luxurious hotels across Northern Ireland, including the five star Culloden Estate and Spa, the world famous Europa Hotel, the Stormont Hotel, Slieve Donard Resort and Spa, Everglades Hotel and the historic Ballygally Castle. Take a look for yourself…. For booking, just click on...
Welcome to the Ice House on Luxury Hotels Ireland A surprising retreat, perched on the edge of the River Moy in Co. Mayo. Lovingly restored from its historic status as a 19th Century ‘Ice Store’, the Hotel is a member of Ireland’s Blue Book of Irish Country Houses and enjoys the sort of unfussed, modern panache expected of a contemporary rustic retreat, two centuries later. Originally called ‘The Iceland Cottage’ or ‘Iceland House’ and strategically positioned on the Moy Estuary – which subsequently became the principal sea-port of Ireland....
The K Club in Kildare has often been referred to as the finest parkland golf course developed in Ireland, mostly thanks to is sheer scale, dramatic landscape and lush countryside. It’s no stranger to welcoming the world’s golfing greats on its greens as it’s hosted the European Open since 1995 and attracted the world’s attention as it hosted the prestigious Ryder Cup in 2006. The course itself is charismatic and unique as its atmosphere entices you to bring the best out in your game. But we prefer to look...
