Kinnitty Castle exudes grace and character, making it a fitting setting for an anniversary break. Begin with a refreshing G&T or rich Guinness in the Dungeon Bar, which is modelled after the Irish pubs of old. Expect arched doorways, rustic iron light fixtures and musicians plucking traditional instruments like the harp.
After you’ve had an atmospheric tipple, explore the grounds together. The castle is nestled within 650 acres of private, lush parkland that sits at the foot of the vast Slieve Bloom Mountains. Scattered with the remains of ancient settlements and regarded among the oldest mountains in Europe, these gently rolling hills are a spectacular spot if you’re planning on a surprise proposal. Alternatively, pop the question over afternoon tea in your own private dining room – it doesn’t get much more romantic than this lavish room, with its open fireplace and French windows overlooking the gardens.
All 37 rooms at Kinnitty Castle are individually decorated in harmony with the castle’s opulent, period feel. Choose a Castle Suite, featuring imposing antique furniture and a carved four-poster bed, to take in the views over the colourful gardens. Begin next day here in the authentic roll-top bath, with your complimentary newspaper in hand. As the water runs, look out over the grounds for the deer – they’re known to graze in the early morning mist.