We got married in The Rectory in March of this year having set the date for our big last September…read more Although this may be seen as short notice we can safely say that having the knowledgeable and helpful staff (Michelle & Nicola) on hand to advise us made the planning process VERY straightforward. The setting itself is so unique and food on the day was absolutely gorgeous. We opted for the 'Mad Hatters Tea Party' and a selection of canapes on arrival (the chicken satay is to die for!) and then sat down for a mouthwatering five course meal. The day went flawlessly and although the weather was a little bit against us (when isn't it?) it took nothing away from the day whatsoever. We can't recommend The Rectory enough - a huge thank you to all the staff for making our wedding day such a memprable occasion.

From the owner: The Rectory, is a Chic Boutique Seaside Country House in West Cork for Private Events. Catering to…read moreoutdoor Garden Seaside Ceremonies, Weddings & Dinner Parties with multiple packages to choose from including weddings under €5900 for 80 guests in 2013 including exclusive use with no venue hire! * Full Day Sit Down Dinner & Wedding 45-120/140 guests * Midweek Informal BBQ/Buffet 45-150 guests * Evening Cocktail 75-200 guests * Onsite Midweek Ceremony 25-200 guests The Rectory is located in a delightful early 19th Century residence. It is nestled in a woodland setting overlooking the scenic West Cork harbour of Glandore, one of Ireland's most beautiful sea inlets. The Rectory is a unique family run business set apart from the typical venue in that it is primarily a private family home but opens it's doors for for special events. It has all the charms of a Seaside Country House & advantages of a hotel but none of the disadvantages with no ties or impositionsto accommodation. Call NOW!!

Right I'll admit i have never stayed here, in fact i don't think I'll ever stay here! Don't get me…read morewrong though I would love to rent this house and stay in it for a week but it is super duper expensive, we are talking, famous people expensive here. I have driven by it before though and have done what everyone else does and slow right down while going past this place, neck craning to see how lovely it all looks, and then you go home and look it up on a website and see what all the rooms look like inside. If you were famous it really would be a perfect get away, you're in the middle of an ancient oak forest, surrounded by trees (obviously!) and your really out of the way being down in Glengarriff anyway where the locals wouldn't really care who you are, well, they would have a good natter about you in the local but I'm sure they wouldn't be asking for autographs. Of course you would have to watch out for the people trying to get a glimpse of the lodge you have rented however! Why did I write this review as if my audience were made up of famous people, maybe it is! That's a nice thought J

Amazing venue for a wedding! I've been at both a wedding and a 40th birthday at Glengarriff Lodge…read moreand both were amazing! The setting is incredible, nestled in the middle of an ancient woodland on an island in a river - it doesn't get much better than this. Oh wait, it was originally built by Lord Bantry and he hosted people like Wordsworth and Thackeray here...

Wow, this place is great. They have a wonderful little apartment to rent and rooms over the bar…read more Very relaxing have a pint, then go to your room. Close to everything. Want a clean great place to stay this is the spot! It is not noisy. I am very picky but I highly recommend this place to stay and for a pint.

Sumptuous food, really tasty and versatile for a family luncheon. And the service was first class,…read morein fact world class. I do not use these terms lightly. Staff was polite efficient and sensitive to our needs. The setting is beautiful too. The gardens are worth a walk in after your meal.

From the owner: Fernhill is a beautiful country house full of Irish charm and interesting stories. It is run by the…read morefourth generation of the O'Neill family at Fernhill who provide the very best in Irish hospitality. The mansion house is perched on a hill overlooking the rolling green hills where Ireland's greatest hero Michael Collins was born. Offering a true escape away to nature, at Fernhill House the sounds of traffic are replaced by bird song and the rustle of ancient trees. Instead of crowds, there are the plants that make up our wonderful wild Irish garden. Lose yourself at Fernhill and discover tranquillity. The charming town of Clonakilty is a short walk from Fernhill. It is famous for its welcoming locals and nightly traditional Irish music sessions. Fernhill has won many awards for its service and Fernhill offers a true taste of Ireland with its own natural spring water bottled onsite, kitchen garden and foraged produce. The O'Neill's will look after you as if you are part of the family.

This was a blast, and I'm so glad our tour bus stopped here!…read more Yes, it was a long walk up the hill, and yes, it was pretty cold and windy up there, but the entertainment value of this spectacle was worth it. We enjoyed a 30-minute demonstration of dog handling skills as a local sheep-farmer and his two Border Collies worked their magic for our viewing pleasure. We saw these two incredibly trained dogs race up a steep hill into an upper meadow, round up a herd of sheep, escort them as they raced down the hill, and then paraded them around a fenced area right in front of us. It was incredibly entertaining! Other sights on the farm complex are a petting zoo and some serious artifacts- old famine cottages.

Let me preface by saying that we did not stay here, nor did we play golf…read more We were driving part of the Wild Atlantic Way on September 10. We were on tiny roads, nearly in the middle of nowhere. My husband spotted the sign "Trump International". We had no idea that it was out there. We turned around to check it out. As we entered the property we came to a little gate house. A nice looking man, came out to greet us. He asked if we were checking in. We told him we were just driving by. I was holding my breath, I thought he might tell us to turn around. To our absolute delight he smiled his fantastic smiled and said with a bit of a giggle "Just wanted to have a look see?" We said yes, that we just wanted to see it. He told us where to park and encouraged us to go upstairs to the restaurant "at least have a coffee while you're here". We looked about the incredibly maintained grounds. Checked out the back of the property. Looked over the pro shop. Then went upstairs to the restaurant bar. The bartender was VERY professional but also kind. When I asked him sheepishly if I could keep one of the little cloth coasters, he said sure and "take this too" as he tossed me a pen. We went back to the pro shop looking for a sweatshirt. The extremely gracious employee in the shop told me that they'd be in the gift shop. He said it was closed. He made a call and said "she's opening it up". Then he walked us through the property to take us to the gift shop. I love my sweatshirt. What a fabulous little surprise on our adventure.

Amazing golf course with spectacular views. You can even buy swag for half off. We also sat…read moreoutside and had wine facing the ocean and the golf store. Must go

If your having a conference in Shannon, or limerick, (sure they are practically the same thing)…read morethis is a venue that i would recommend. There are a couple of things that are important when it comes to any conference, the temperature of the room, you don't want to be falling asleep with heat or shivering with cold. How noisy is the room, there is nothing worse than hearing a bunch of people laughing outside when your presenting. And lastly, Natural daylight, this is not a casino you're in, you want to see what the weather is like, you want to feel like you're still alive and not totally disconnected from the world! Westpark Shannon does all of this for you. My Favourite bit of the room we were in (a few times) was the fact that two sides of the room had floor to ceiling windows that made you feel totally awake and refreshed all day, it was brilliant! The second thing I will say about this venue is the canteen. Now, I have frequently said that different staff in different places are really nice but i would take back all those comments just to make the lady in this place stand out ahead of the rest. We were here for breakfast and it was like having your mother around ensuring you got everything you wanted just the way you want it. For lunch she was concerned about feeding everyone and making sure everyone was happy. She was also up for a bit of chat and was so friendly, no request was too much. I think she was probably in charge in the restaurant and I can see why because she had the place running smoothly and she was the one thing that would make me want to go back to that canteen as well. Even when we all wanted to have our after lunch tea upstairs in the conference room she was more than happy to bring all the cups and coffee decanters and biscuits up to the room for us. An amazing woman, I cannot compliment her enough and while Westpark Shannon would mark fairly highly anyway I will be giving the majority of my stars purely because of this lady.

This is a rather unconventional place as far as lodging goes, but if they have a room available,…read moreyou're well advised to stay here. For a very reasonable price I got an ensuite with two beds (only used the double - yes, a double! PLUS another bed! this is European luxury), and there was even soap/shampoo inside - they advertise that you need to bring your own. I had no trouble with the allowable hours of hot water or limited check-in - their primary function is a yoga/spiritual centre and they focus on being green, so just know that you're signing on to that ideology by booking here. You will be happy with the accommodations, though. Being a bit off the main road, it is very quiet, the staff is friendly, the beds are comfy, and they'll give you a heater to make sure your room is the temperature you like. Very oriented toward their users, whether for a class or a stay. A short walk into town as well. If you like a quiet place in a vibrant town, this is your ideal.

Maybe my favorite accommodation of all time! Guest Pax House was a dream start to finish. The rooms…read morewere so comfortable, the bathroom was luxurious and the view out onto the pasture and water was divine. The roaming cows and sheep were so fun to watch during the day. The breakfast at Pax House was one of the best breakfasts I've ever had! The scones and yogurt were so fresh and the entree was delicious. They use fresh produce and eggs from their homestead and you can tell the difference. The location was just a quick 15 minute walk into town and they provide you with bright safety vests as you're walking on a narrow road with no shoulder or sidewalk for about 5 minutes of the walk. John and company are so lovely and helpful. I think about this place all the time and how I can't wait to go back. It was so relaxing and rejuvenating and no detail was left out.

Which an amazing bed and breakfast! The food is amazing in the morning and the hospitality is…read moresuperb.