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TALES OF THE BUTLER FROM THE LORD’S ESTATE
A WELCOME INTO A DELIGHTFUL CASTLE HOME TO THE SAME FAMILY SINCE THE 17th CENTURY
HALF-DAY EXPERIENCE
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HIGHLIGHTS
- A personal welcome and guide by the Lord and Lady who guide you around their glorious gardens and inside their castle home.
- Exploring the many paths around the garden and the ornamental lake.
- Viewing the stunning walled gardens which have been sensitively restored in the past ten years.
- Enjoying hospitality in the Georgian-style family dining room with so many more stories to hear and cherish.
LOCATION
Please Note:
The exact locations of our venues are not disclosed to preserve the privacy of our hosts homes.
APPROX TRAVEL TIMES
2 hrs from Dublin
1.5 hrs from Shannon
1.5 hrs from Cork
Photography by Stephanie Joy
DETAILS
MOBILITY & VENUE CONSIDERATIONS
- Good mobility is required as this castle features a steep spiral staircase.
- Photography at the host’s home will only be allowed in certain areas.
INCLUSIONS
- Hennessy & Furlong Host
- Transport to Venue from Meeting point
- Refreshments at the venue
PRICING
from €600 per group
(based on a group of 6)
Prices vary according to numbers, hospitality and time of the season.
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SAMPLE HALF-DAY ITINERARY
Time – Approx 4 hrs
1. WELCOME & BRIEFING
We meet in the lounge of The Shelbourne Hotel where you will be introduced to your fellow guests. Over coffee, we introduce you to your day ahead to experience Ireland’s Ancient East and this very special family castle. After coffee, we transfer by executive limousine to the castle demesne.
2.VENTURING INSIDE
You are personally welcomed by the Lord and Lady. They begin by sharing a little of their history over many generations living on the estate. Then, you are brought around outside to experience their glorious gardens.
3. THE WALLED GARDENS
As you are escorted through the narrow gate into the walled garden, you experience a sensory avalanche seeing an amazing array of roses, fruit trees, herbaceous borders and a quirky little summerhouse.
4. MEMORIES
As guests are guided around the estate, it is a visually stunning experience. Photography is encouraged to capture the castle’s crenelations and the rich diversity of the glorious gardens.
5. GEORGIAN ELEGANCE
Venturing inside, guests are shown the ornate Georgian interiors which originate from the 17th century when the castle was remodelled. Family portraits abound and each portraits tells a story of the family’s rich and fascinating history.
6. TIME FOR RELAXATION
After the saunter around the gardens and viewing the elegant interiors, it’s time for tea with the Lord and Lady. Who knows what stories may unfold; common interests are shared and lasting memories are made.
Leanne McGiveron, Illinois
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