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

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Dates

May 2025

6

June 2025

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

Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

Fireplace
Dryer
Barbecue grill
Washer
Kitchen
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Dripsey, Cork

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

Room options

Similar properties

Free WiFi
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Business services

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

20 May - 21 May

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. Enjoy features like breakfast (surcharge), laundry facilities, 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 laundry facilities, a water dispenser, and a living plant wall
Onsite recreation includes 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 laundry facilities, limo service, and a water dispenser. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Orla Rutherford

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Massage

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Limo/town car service
Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Water dispenser

Dining

Breakfast available for a fee
Chef service
Dining table

Bedrooms

8 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

9 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Separate dining area

Entertainment

Books
Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Computer monitor
Desk
Desk chair
Printer

Comfort

Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have 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
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

In a rural location
On a river

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Bicycle parking
Bicycle storage
Billiards/pool table
Farming classes
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

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% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Bed sheets changed on request
Bicycle parking
Bicycle storage
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Composting
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Farming classes
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Living plant wall
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Towels (changed on request)
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Wind energy

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.