Set in impressive gardens and woodland just outside Naas, this appealing hotel is approached along a promising driveway, with striking entrance and lobby areas, and a fine inner courtyard planted attractively with Virginia creeper.
A rather grand staircase leads to a large traditionally furnished lounge area on the first floor, with views of the grounds and courtyard and well-grouped seating areas; it's a pleasant place for afternoon tea and informal socialising - there is a pianist at certain times - and resident guests have the quieter option of a new residents' lounge.
Conference and business events are well catered for, with conference and meeting rooms of various sizes available, and it is a deservedly popular venue for weddings particularly in the original house.
Bedrooms, which are sumptuously decorated in a traditional style, include a number of suites and some with four-poster beds, and have everything required for business guests as well as the more usual amenities.
Good informal food is offered in the Oak & Anvil and The Larkspur Lounge, while the beautifully appointed main restaurant, The Pippin Tree, offers formal dining on Friday and Saturday night and breakfast is also served here daily.
Excellent facilities for children include an indoor playroom and library while outdoors there’s a playground with swings, climbing frame, zipline and slides in the Fairy Forest. There’s an exciting Butterfly Trail and Teddy Bear’s Picnic Trail to follow in the gardens. Summer kids club daily, for ages 4-11. Evening club from 7pm-9pm.
