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Magical Luxury Country House & Estate, 15th Century Castle & Authentically Irish

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Exterior
8 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Dining
Combined shower/tub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Entire home

8 bedrooms10 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • GymGymGym
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace

Explore the area

Map
Cork, Dripsey
  • Popular LocationNational Rowing Centre11 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlarney Castle19 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity College Cork21 min drive
  • AirportCork (ORK)36 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Magical Luxury Country House & Estate, 15th Century Castle & Authentically Irish

Dripsey Castle Estate is a 15th Century Medieval Castle and 18th Century Manor House on 110 acres of organic pasture and native woodland located 25 mins northwest of Cork City. This magical estate is bordered and powered by the meandering Dripsey river and lake using hydroelectricity. The Georgian mansion is in two parts; the main house, built in 1742, with 8 bedrooms all en-suite, a reception hall, drawing room, games room, library, professional kitchen and the early 20th century ballroom.

Property manager

Orla Rutherford

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 10 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking on site
  • Bicycle storage on site
  • Farming classes on site
  • Golf on site
  • Gym on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Farming classes
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 80
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Dripsey

This vacation home is located in Dripsey. National Rowing Centre and Muskerry Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Ballincollig Shopping Centre and Blarney Woolen Mills. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Curraheen Park Greyhound Stadium or Firkin Crane.
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What's nearby

  • National Rowing Centre - 11 min drive
  • Blarney Castle - 19 min drive
  • Blarney Stone - 19 min drive
  • University College Cork - 21 min drive
  • Cork Opera House - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station - 27 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bridge Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cormac's Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Garden - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Huntsman - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Thady Inn - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magical Luxury Country House & Estate, 15th Century Castle & Authentically Irish pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Magical Luxury Country House & Estate, 15th Century Castle & Authentically Irish?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magical Luxury Country House & Estate, 15th Century Castle & Authentically Irish?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Magical Luxury Country House & Estate, 15th Century Castle & Authentically Irish located?

Situated in Dripsey, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Farran Forest Park, National Rowing Centre, and Muskerry Golf Club. Ballincollig Gunpowder Mills and Ballincollig Shopping Centre are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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