10/10 Excellent
Megan H.
25 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unforgettable Place
Megan H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Entire home
Magical Luxury Country House & Estate, 15th Century Castle & Authentically Irish
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms8+ bathroomsSleeps 16
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Dripsey, Cork
- Blarney Castle19 min drive
- University College Cork21 min drive
- Cork City Gaol21 min drive
- Cork (ORK)36 min drive
Rooms & beds
8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)
1st Floor Master
1 King Bed
2nd Floor Master
1 King Bed
Double Room Garden View
1 King Bed
Double Room Garden View
1 King Bed
Double Room River View
1 King Bed
Double Room River View
1 King Bed
Twin Room
2 Single Beds
Twin Room
2 Single Beds
8 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 4
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 5
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 6
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 7
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 8
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 9
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Bathroom 10
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Magical Luxury Country House & Estate, 15th Century Castle & Authentically Irish
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.
Property manager
Orla Rutherford
Languages
English, French, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Dripsey
Located in Dripsey, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. National Rowing Centre and Muskerry Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Ballincollig Shopping Centre and Blarney Woolen Mills. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Curraheen Park Greyhound Stadium or Firkin Crane. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Dripsey, Cork
What's nearby
- National Rowing Centre - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
- Blarney Castle - 19 min drive - 14.1 km
- University College Cork - 21 min drive - 20.6 km
- Cork City Gaol - 21 min drive - 20.9 km
- English Market - 23 min drive - 22.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Heaven Pizza - 14 min drive
- Desmonds Ovens Bar - 15 min drive
- Kilumney Inn - 17 min drive
- The Thady Inn - 14 min drive
- The Huntsman - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Orla Rutherford
Languages:
English, French, Spanish
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