Now run by 7th generation owner Catherine Moran, this is just the kind of Irish pub that people everywhere dream about. It’s as pretty as a picture, with a well-kept thatched roof and a lovely waterside location (with plenty of seats outside wher ... more...
Just 10 minutes' walk up the hill from the bustle of Baltimore village and the harbour, Rolf's Country House and Restaurant is an oasis of calm. Established by the Haffner family in 1979, it is set in several acres of lovely mature gardens, with views ... more...
A favourite destination in Kerry since 1975, the famous Louis Mulcahy Pottery is just off the road on Dingle’s gorgeous Slea Head Drive – you’ll spot a garden containing some examples of thetrademark ceramics and a large carpark ... more...
Masses of well-maintained flowers and a neat frontage with fresh paintwork always draw attention to Danny and Dympna Fitzpatrick’s attractive and well-run bar and restaurant on the Carlingford road (R174).
There’s plenty of parking and the ... more...
Located about a mile from the King’s Hall, Mary Callan’s lovely late Victorian house is set well back from the road in mature trees, with private parking.
A former Church of Ireland rectory, it has the benefit of being in the Malone conse ... more...
Handily located about 50 metres from the gates of the Slieve Donard Hotel, Brunel's is a real gem in this famous seaside town.
The handsome two-storey building is painted an attractive darkish blue. Inside it divides into two, with seating on both si ... more...
Quietly located in six acres of beautiful gardens, this charming country house was built in 1850 and is now a protected building.
The current owners, Henry and Elaine Reid, bought the property in 1981 and have gradually refurbished it, so the hotel no ... more...
Well known chef Mark Doe and his wife Bernie run this cookery school near Farranfore (Kerry airport).
Both have a distinguished track record, Mark having been head chef in many prestigious establishments including the Hotel Ritz in London and Dublin's ... more...
Located above Mulholland’s Pharmacy just off Emmet Square at the top of O’Connell Street, this bright, airy café serves breakfast and lunch and a tempting range of homemade desserts. The double height space is also home to a craft sh ... more...
Carlow is one of Ireland’s loveliest counties yet - surprisingly, considering its convenience to the capital - perhaps also one of the most underrated. But that may be a plus for visitors, who will find an idyllically lush and unspoilt place with ... more...