Come discover 100 of the most romantic small hotels and places in the world.
White sandy beaches, pretty fishing villages, abbeys and castles and lush rolling countryside.
Fine Regency house set in 35 acres of woodland, former Irish residency of the Earl of Courtown. Located in southeast Ireland, one hour from Dublin.
T: +35 355 21124. 19 rooms. US$ 240-
www.marlfieldhouse.com
Located on Ireland’s southern coast, County Cork’s charming seaside villages and ports are frequented by fishermen and yachtsmen alike.
Located in the beautiful Blackwater Valley countryside, this Georgian-era house sits in parkland, lakes and formal gardens. The engaging 30ish owners helped manage fine hotels in England and Duba before returning to run Ballyvolane – where he was raised and his parents welcomed paying guests for 20 years. Communal dining is encouraged here although not required.
T: +35 325 36349. 6 rooms. US$ 259-
www.ballyvolanehouse.ie
Wild, romantic, old Ireland noted for its blue mountains, emerald fields and unspoilt countryside. The 19th century potato famine struck this county hard—many emigrated, leaving behind abandoned dwellings dotting the landscape.
Pretty Georgian country house and gardens on a 150 acre estate.
T: +35 396 31112. US$ 170-
www.enniscoe.com
In Ireland’s west coast you’ll find raths, ring forts, and medieval Christian churches.
A small Palladian country house, lovingly restored by the owners.
T: +35 39096 86796. 4 rooms. US$ 204-
Ireland’s capital, vital and energetic with a literary and theatrical lustre.
Boutique hotel boasting personal service and a great breakfast. Number 31 consists of a Georgian townhouse connected via a garden to modernist mews designed by architect Sam Stephenson. Located in a central location on a quiet residential street.
T: +35 1 676-5011. 21 rooms. US$ 265.
www.number31.ie
The land of wild moors, mountains, sea and remote glacial valleys.
Gracious Victorian Italianate manor sits on 7 acres of gardens that sweep down to the Irish Sea. Located 29 miles southwest of Dublin.
T: +35 340 469274. 29 rooms, US$ 175-
www.tinakilly.ie
