Ballyfin house blue book

The house has long been admired as the most lavish regency mansion in ireland, and after eight years of restoration, ballyfin reopened in may 2011 as a 5 star country house hotel like no. Luxury hotel rates ballyfin ireland ballyfin demesne. Set at the foot of the slieve bloom mountains in the centre of ireland, ballyfin is a place of history and romance, of tranquility and great natural beauty. Covid 19 update 290320 hope everybody is keeping well.

Ballyfin house the house, built in the 1820s by the father and son team richard morrison and william vitruvius morrison, is widely acknowledged as one of the most important examples of nineteenthcentury neoclassical architecture in ireland and is famed for its elaborate interior design in the empire style. Irelands blue book is a collection of irish country house hotels, manor houses, castles and. The building itself and the grounds are simply breathtaking, its a garden lovers dream. Ireland blue book celebrates 45 years and welcomes six new. We were greeted by a number of ballyfin house staff standing outside, who were so downtoearth and friendly. I stayed in the wellesleypole suite which, like all of the suites, harks back to its landed gentry history the house dates from the 1820s. Irish country house hotel grand luxury hotel ballyfin. This book explores the history of the house, landscape and people of ballyfin. Cashel house,irish country houses, luxury hotels ireland, boutique, castle hotels ireland irelands blue book. We got as far as the gracious victorian and edwardian days, when the coote family were in residence, as they had been since 18.

This documentary tells the story of the history of ballyfin, how it played an important role in the political, artistic and social life of nineteenth century ireland, and how it was abandoned by its angloirish owners at the beginning of the twentieth century. The house has long been admired as the most lavish regency mansion in ireland, and after eight years of restoration, ballyfin reopened in may 2011 as a small 5 star country house hotel like no other. This sumptuous introduction to the property is available from ballyfin from their boutique or online. The taxi drive from portlaoise station takes a maximum of 15 minutes. Clement herron real estate are delighted to bring to the market this fabulous family home in a quiet rural location yet only nine minutes from the m7 j15 and. The hotel was familyowned for 100 years and included a stint as an allboys school, before undergoing a massive eightyear renovation and opening as a fivestar luxury hotel in 2011. You can book your train seats in advance via iarnoid eireann. Over the last decade the magnificent estate has been painstakingly restored to become a small hotel like no other. The observation by an aristocratic 18th century visitor is still there today. Ballyfin is among irelands most expensive stays, with doubles from 940 per night in peak season but the prices wont all make you feel blue. Each class has a page on this website go to classes and check the work for the week page. Aileesh carew speaks about ballyfin demesne, the worlds best resort destination. Its literally like visiting a museum with countless artifacts that you can actually touch. Ballyfin is a luxury country house hotel in the heart of ireland.

Our marble bathrooms are equipped to the highest standard with walk in shower, bath, double basin and luxurious toiletries. Proceeds from the sale of the book will go to the georgian society. Ballyfin demesne 15 photos hotels ballyfin, ballyfin. The house by inproduction tv on vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them. The house has long been admired as the most lavish regency mansion in ireland, the work of the great irish architects richard and william morrison. Treat your loved one to suite dreams at the wilder dublin this valentines day. The house itself occupies the site of an ancient castle belonging to the omoores. 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. Cashel house,irish country houses, luxury hotels ireland, boutique. Dec 12, 2014 its beginning to look a lot like christmas at the luxurious ballyfin demense, a blue book property, in county laois. Irelands blue book is a collection of irish country house hotels, historic manor houses, castles and restaurants located throughout the island of ireland.

Hotel gift vouchers irelands blue book irelands blue book. Ballyfin demesne luxury hotel laois irelands blue book. After the civil war, it was bought by the patrician brothers and used as a boarding school but eventually the. Dec 03, 2018 irelands blue book, the impeccable collection of country house hotels, manor houses, castles and restaurants located throughout the island of ireland launch their 45th anniversary edition with the addition of six new properties. Irelands blue book, the impeccable collection of country house hotels, manor houses, castles and restaurants located throughout the island of ireland launch their 45th anniversary edition with the addition of six new properties. The estate is fabled for its natural and manmade beauties and, as the house is open to residents only, ballyfin offers a perfect opportunity for rest, tranquillity and outdoor activities. A little tour of ballyfin hotel in ireland voted 2016 best hotel in the world by conde nast.

My night of luxury in the worlds best hotel ballyfin. Irelands blue book is a romantic collection of irish country house hotels, manor houses, castles and restaurants. Ballyfin is an irish gem a visit to ballyfin, a regency mansionturnedhotel in the midlands of ireland, evokes past days of leisurely living in the countryside with its lush landscape and impeccable interiors. We welcome children of all ages when the house is reserved by one group for exclusive use. Irish hotels and restaurants in ireland irelands blue book comprises many. See great photos, full ratings, facilities, expert advice and book the best hotel deals. These houses and castles are all independently owned and reflect a diversity of style and character. The 10 best hotel deals in ballyfin apr 2020 tripadvisor.

Ballyfin, the restoration of an irish house and demesne. The room contains a welcoming four poster bed and beautiful antiques. Irelands blue book, the bible of the countrys best country house hotels. Irelands blue books instagram profile has 1726 photos and videos. See more ideas about mansions, irish art and blue books. Ballyfin house hotel co laois, ireland the 50 best hotels in the world. With a bottle of prosecco on arrival and a late check out the following day, its hard to resist. Ballyfin is a luxurious country house hotel set in 600 acres of parkland with lakes for fishing, woods and a walled garden beautiful in every season. Ballyfin demesne has the flavour of a grand private house with the facilities of a fivestar resort. It was a packed house as representatives from some of irelands finest establishments gathered in dublins merrion hotel to celebrate the 45th edition of irelands blue book.

Set at the foot of the slieve bloom mountains in the centre of ireland, ballyfin in county laois, now an exclusive luxury 5 star hotel, is a place of history and romance, of tranquility and great natural beauty. Irelands blue book gift vouchers make the ideal present for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, special occasions or corporate incentive presentations. Now five newly renovated bedrooms at ballyfin demesne make this oldworld gem even more magnificent download pdf. Luxury hotel ireland 5 star country house hotel 5 star. Irelands blue book, the bible of the countrys best country house hotels, manor houses, castles, and restaurants, launched its 45thanniversary edition including six new properties around. Irelands blue book adds 6 new place to stay in 2019. Last week roaringwater journal visited ballyfin demesne.

The two properties join ballyfin demesne in co laois, bishops gate hotel in derry, butler house in kilkenny and killarneys cahernane house as new blue book members for 2019. Turtle bunbury is an awardwinning travel writer, historian and author based in ireland. Nov 23, 2016 a little tour of ballyfin hotel in ireland voted 2016 best hotel in the world by conde nast. Its hard to describe what it is that makes ballyfin special as there are so many positive factors. Wonderful dip pen and ink wash by local artist mike rafter ballyfin house sphinx.

We want you to have the travel experience of your life and you will feel like the entire property is yours as you enjoy the atmosphere of a period irish house with. Located throughout the island of ireland, these charming and stylish hideaways are the perfect choice for your holiday vacation in ireland. Luxury hotel ireland 5 star country house hotel ballyfin. The 600 acre demesne is a place of tranquility and great natural beauty.

Irelands blue book voucher, the ideal christmas gift irish tatler. For more information, please visit see more ideas about mansions, irish art and blue books. Pin by irelands blue book on the beautiful ballyfin demesne. Ballyfin mansion and hotel an irish gem flower magazine. Before ballyfin opened as an hotel, a beautifully produced book ballyfin. My wife and i decided to seriously indulge ourselves so we went with a two night package via relais et chateaux in ballyfin demesne, a grandiose 18th century house on 600 acres in the leafy.

If you were lucky enough to receive a blue book voucher for christmas dont forget you can redeem these at ballyfin demesne for an overnight stay or nonresident evening dining subject to availability and must be prebooked. The hotel is situated on a estate of flowering shrubs and woodland walks. At ballyfin, stone walls enclose 600 acres of parkland, a lake and ancient woods, delightful garden buildings, follies and grottoes. Cashel house hotel in connemara is a luxury boutique hotel, where guests can enjoy beach walks.

Thanks to all the teachers for helping organise the book collection last week and to the parents for coming to collect the books on wednesday last. Set at the foot of the slieve bloom mountains in the centre of ireland, ballyfin in county laois, now an exclusive luxury 5 star hotel, is a place of history. My night of luxury in the worlds best hotel ballyfin demesne. His work also includes extensive articles relating to travels in sri lanka, zimbabwe, mexico, europe. Dec, 2014 its beginning to look a lot like christmas at the luxurious ballyfin demense, a blue book property, in county laois. Irelands blue book reveals six new members for 2018. Ballyfin demesne, boutique hotel and gourmet restaurant in a. Ballyfin has the flavour of a grand private house with the facilities of a fivestar resort. Irelands blue book is a romantic collection of 56 irish country house hotels, manor houses, castles and restaurants. Home situated in a tranquil rural setting just 1 mile from. Irelands blue book, a collection of country house hotels, manor houses, castles and restaurants located throughout the island of ireland, has added six properties at the launch of its 45th anniversary edition. Ballyfin demesne has the flavour of a grand private house with the facilities of a. Restored to its former grandeur, the hotel offers guests an alternative reality from city life, just as it did in its heyday as a destination for yesterdays blue bloods.

Dunowen house the two properties join ballyfin demesne in co laois, bishops gate hotel in derry, butler house in kilkenny and killarneys cahernane house as new blue book members for 2019. Considered one of the most lavish georgian homes in ireland, ballyfin has just 15 rooms and is set on 600 wooded and meadow acres. I sketched out the early history of the house and finola looked at the magnificent grounds. Ballyfin vouchers are available and can be purchased in monetary value or per night for overnight stay. Celebrating irish tourism and hospitality at the irelands. The house, built in the 1820s by the father and son team richard morrison and william vitruvius morrison, is widely acknowledged as one of the most important examples of nineteenthcentury neoclassical architecture in ireland and is famed for its elaborate interior design in the empire style. Irelands blue book adds 6 new place to stay in 2019 irishcentral. Manor house hotels ireland, irish manor houses irelands blue book. Throughout the year our head chef and his team along with our gardeners and local suppliers work together to produce not only mouth watering dishes but to make the most of what ballyfin walled gardens and the irish countryside has to offer. The two properties join ballyfin demesne in co laois, bishops gate hotel in derry, butler house in kilkenny and killarneys cahernane house. Its beginning to look a lot like christmas at the luxurious.

At ballyfin formality is blended with ease and enjoyment. Ballyfin demesne, boutique hotel and gourmet restaurant in. Yesterday, i saw a most delightful place indeed, much beyond any place i have seen in ireland ballyfin. By far the most romantic hotel i have ever visited in all my travels. It offers the very best of irish hospitality in the most beautiful surroundings imaginable. For more information, please visit ballyfindemesne2. Ballyfin, irelands most exclusive hotel, opens the 2015 season with fresh plans designed with wealthy americans in mind, the co laois grand house is attracting a more local crowd as its.

This book is a must have for an irish library, and especially for anyone interested in restoration, architecture and irish art, and would make a beautiful present for anyone intending to stay at the house in the future. A new laois of life for ballyfin house the irish times. Turtle bunbury awardwinning travel writer, historian. I had heard about ballyfins history as an irish great house, a home constructed to boast of family wealth. Arrangements keep changing all the time the school will remain closed until at least the 19th april. The robins egg blue walls were decorated with stately portraits and a fabulous chandelier.

Dec 10, 2018 irelands blue book, the bible of the countrys best country house hotels, manor houses, castles, and restaurants, launched its 45thanniversary edition including six new properties around. Irelands blue book, a collection of country house hotels. Irelands blue book, 63 fitzwilliam square, dublin 2020. A brief description of the house and grounds follows. Ballyfin hotel reservations hotel accommodation ireland. Ballyfin, irelands most exclusive hotel, opens the 2015. Ballyfin house is located approximately five miles from portlaoise. Below is a full list of our houses and restaurants and the map above shows each of their locations. Every dining experience at ballyfin is a gastronomic affair. If you cant make the visit in person, tour the house through the colour plate illustrations, and imagine. The ambience and atmosphere lends itself to pure relaxation and a total switch off, so much so we left our phonesipads etc in the bedroom. Ballyfin, county laois tailormade holidays in ireland. Laois, bishops gate hotel derry, cahernane house, killarney, co kerry and butler house, kilkenny city were revealed as new members.