Presiding over hundreds of Irish countryside acres,
the secluded Adare Manor exudes both Old World extravagance and fun. Built in
1832 on the crest of the Gothic Revival, its chateau styling with gargoyles,
four towers, 52 chimneys and 365 leaded windows sits in rural splendor.
Studded with Augustus Pugin-designed (the
architect behind the new Palace of Westminster) fireplaces, the former ancestral
home of the Earls of Dunraven carries a regal air, but it’s a friendly
destination, welcoming locals and guests alike. Walls whisper céad míle
fáilte —a Gaelic greeting meaning “a hundred thousand welcomes” — while
the manor experience elevates body and soul to banish the knotted stresses that
come along with 21st-century life.
Four restaurants and a spa are hospitable
touches, but the highlights here are the outdoor adventures. From fishing to
falconry, the sporting options are fit for Irish nobility. And much like the manor
itself, the Tom Fazio-designed golf course combines the modern and historical
in the most luxurious way.
Presiding over hundreds of Irish countryside acres,
the secluded Adare Manor exudes both Old World extravagance and fun. Built in
1832 on the crest of the Gothic Revival, its chateau styling with gargoyles,
four towers, 52 chimneys and 365 leaded ...