Only a hour from Belfast and half an hour from Dublin, County Monaghan's Castle Leslie Estate is an enchanted and secluded retreat from the stresses of the modern world. Set amid 10000 acres of lovely countryside with woodlands and lakes, this majestic mansion has been completely transformed over the last ten years into a splendid hotel decorated with beautiful furniture, antiques and heirlooms. One of the last great Irish castle estates, Castle Leslie has been home to the Leslie family since the 17 th century and the luxurious bedrooms have been lovingly restored with period features and original character. No matter where you eat on estate, you are guaranteed the best of classic Irish cooking. Executive chef Andrew Bradley has taken the wealth of Leslie family recipes dating back for centuries and re-invented them to suit the refined luxury of this magical hotel. The formal and elegant... More

Only a hour from Belfast and half an hour from Dublin, County Monaghan's Castle Leslie Estate is an enchanted and secluded retreat from the stresses of the modern world. Set amid 10000 acres of lovely countryside with woodlands and lakes, this majestic mansion has been completely transformed over the last ten years into a splendid hotel decorated with beautiful furniture, antiques and heirlooms. One of the last great Irish castle estates, Castle Leslie has been home to the Leslie family since the 17 th century and the luxurious bedrooms have been lovingly restored with period features and original character. No matter where you eat on estate, you are guaranteed the best of classic Irish cooking. Executive chef Andrew Bradley has taken the wealth of Leslie family recipes dating back for centuries and re-invented them to suit the refined luxury of this magical hotel. The formal and elegant dining room is the perfect backdrop for a romantic candle-let dinner, or try a dish from the wood-burning stove oven in the contemporary and relaxed open-plan brasserie. In addition, the on-site cookery school is one of the best known in Ireland. You will want to take time to explore the vast and beautiful estate, either on foot or horseback as it this is one of Europe's finest equestrian playgrounds. Relax in the Victorian Treatment Rooms, complete with Victorian steam boxes and outdoor hot tub, or simply take in the fresh country air and the stunning scenery as you stroll around in the woods or by the lakes. Less

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