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

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Dates

January 2025

18

February 2025

8 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Entire home

8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Washer

Parking available

Breakfast available

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Dripsey, Cork

Blarney Castle
‪19 min drive‬
University College Cork
‪21 min drive‬
Cork University Hospital
‪21 min drive‬
Cork (ORK)
‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Spa

Free WiFi

Restaurant

Air conditioning

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

About this property

Entire place

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

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.

During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to National Rowing Centre. Features include breakfast (surcharge) and an arcade/game room. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.

The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 9 bathrooms
Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Breakfast is offered for a fee
Amenities include a water dispenser and a living plant wall
Onsite recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
10 minutes by car from Farran Forest Park and 11 minutes from National Rowing Centre

This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden. The business-friendly vacation home also features limo service, a water dispenser, and a living plant wall. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Orla Rutherford

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transport

On-site parking
Limo/town car service

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Toaster
Ice maker
Water dispenser
Paper towels

Dining

Breakfast available for a fee
Dining table

Bedrooms

8 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

9 bathrooms
Bath or shower
Towels provided
Soap
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shampoo
Toilet paper
Hairdryer

Living spaces

Fireplace
Dining room

Entertainment

Smart TV
Pool or billiards table
Games room
Books

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Firepit

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer
Near a laundromat

Work spaces

Computer monitor
Printer
Desk
Desk chair

Comfort

Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
1 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Gravel flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lifts
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Housekeeping (on request)
Chef
Iron/ironing board
Change of towels (on request)
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Living plant wall

Location highlights

On the river
In a rural location

Things to do

Water sports equipment
Farming classes
Golf on site
Kayaking on site
Tennis on site
Fishing nearby
Wildlife and game walks nearby
Golf nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Horse riding nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit

General

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% of lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally sourced

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

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 are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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: 60

This property uses wind energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.