Ballyfin Demesne

Ballyfin, Ireland

Overview

Renowned as Ireland's most opulent Regency mansion, Ballyfin is set against the backdrop of the Slieve Bloom Mountains and offers a truly unique luxury experience in Ireland - an immersion into 400 years of history and romance.

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Key Features

  • 20 individually designed rooms and suites, each blending fine art, antique furnishings, and luxurious textiles create the ultimate elegant private home, perfect for exclusive use
  • An expansive wellness area offers a swimming pool, a vitality pool, sauna, gym, and four treatment rooms
  • Explore the sprawling estate and choose from a variety of activities each day, including clay pigeon shooting, horse and carriage rides, and guided garden tours
  • Delight in exceptional Michelin star dining experiences, serving fare largely sourced from the house’s own walled gardens, or enjoy a nightcap at The Cellar Bar, or the secret-access Conservatory, built in 1848

Location

Described in 1979 by Lady Kildare as more delightful than any other place she had seen in Ireland, Ballyfin is truly a glorious sight to behold. This luxury country house hotel in the heart of Ireland, located at the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains, is surrounded by over 600 acres of beautifully manicured gardens, tranquil woodlands, and serene lakes, offering a variety of outdoor activities and exploration opportunities. Just 90minutes from both Dublin and Shannon Airports, Ballyfin is both accessible and secluded. Private transfers and helicopter charters can be arranged to ensure a seamless journey to this idyllic retreat.

Design

Grand, but never stuffy, Ballyfin’s 20 individually designed rooms and suites are a celebration of heritage and luxury. Each space is adorned with fine art, antique furnishings, and rich textiles, offering timeless sophistication. A highlight is the Sir Christopher Coote Suite, featuring exquisite 18th-century Chinese wallpaper and Chippendale-style furnishings. With views of the fountain and Pleasure Grounds, this suite perfectly reflects the estate’s grandeur. The Walled Garden Suites feature private courtyards and lavish interiors, offering a secluded retreat, while the State Rooms combine glamour and comfort, ensuring an indulgent stay. Every room is equipped with king-sized beds dressed in premium linens, en-suite marble bathrooms with freestanding baths, state-of-the-art entertainment systems, and personalised butler service.

Dining

Dining at Ballyfin reflects the bounty of its surrounding landscapes, with a Michelin star awarded in 2025. The estate’s eight acres of walled gardens supply fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs year-round, while wild foods and honey from the estate’s bees add unique flavours to every dish. Enjoy opulent dinners in the Formal Dining Room beneath glittering chandeliers or relax in the Garden Conservatory, a charming spot for afternoon tea or light meals. For those looking to embrace the era, Ballyfin offers period costumes for guests to borrow, adding to the delight of the experience. Or, for a more informal experience, explore the estate with a gourmet picnic hamper in hand and find the vaulted cellar bar. Each meal celebrates Ballyfin’s ethos of sustainability and features locally sourced ingredients.

Activities

Nestled in the heart of the Slieve Bloom Mountains, Ballyfin offers a range of bespoke activities that perfectly complement its majestic location. Guests can immerse themselves in the expansive estate, meandering through landscaped gardens, ancient woodlands, and tranquil lakeside trails. The surrounding natural beauty provides an ideal setting for equestrian adventures, with options tailored to all skill levels. For a truly unique experience, falconry allows guests to engage with this timeless Irish tradition under the guidance of expert falconers. Cultural enthusiasts can indulge in private tours of Ballyfin’s remarkable art collection and historical archives, offering a glimpse into the estate’s storied past. For those seeking serenity, the peaceful wellness suite provides a variety of spa treatments and therapies, delivering ultimate relaxation amidst the estate’s serene ambiance.

Why we love it

Ballyfin is the quintessential destination for those desiring the opulence and sophistication of early 20th-century aristocratic life. With exclusive residents-only access, there is ample opportunity to explore the Great House and indulge in bespoke experiences, making Ballyfin a true private sanctuary. With the exclusive opportunity to rent the entire property, the team here will make you feel as if you are esteemed guests at a lavish country house party. For an extraordinary experience, Ballyfin offers a collection of 40 exquisite period costumes, allowing guests to step back in time and indulge in the elegance, grandeur, and timeless allure of a bygone era.

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