Castle vacation rentals in Leinster

Peter’s castle is by far one of the most unique places I’ve ever stayed. The whole experience was something out of a fairytale. I wanted for nothing, all amenities were as listed. Pictures simply don’t do it justice! The area is beautiful and peaceful. The craftsmanship, time, effort and love that Peter and Eva have invested in this castle is unmatched. This was the highlight of my trip to Ireland and I cannot recommend this enough. Peter and Eva are such kind, warm, welcoming and unique people it was really lovely to get to know them, even if for a short stay. Really a lovely experience and will be coming back! 💛

Our stay was wonderful—the most relaxing night we’ve had in Ireland thus far. We were met with an offer of tea, shown to a lovely room with access to the bell tower—perfect for yoga, meditation or reading—then on our own to relax and explore Athlone I had some dietary considerations for breakfast, and our hosts were very kind and accommodating, serving a lovely meal that suited us perfectly. Thoughtful details such as tea upon arrival, great linens, and fantastic decor made our stay in this redone chapel really special, and we appreciated it very much!

We had a lovely stay. The apartment was 5*, very peaceful and comfortable.

We had to ask for an early check in and the host was extremely accommodating. I never felt like I was inconveniencing her which I greatly appreciate.

100% worth it. This isn’t just an accommodation, it’s an experience. The castle is very private, and we had it to ourselves for most of our stay. It was 1000x better than the pictures; beautiful, spacious, and comfortable room. The view from the rooftop was gorgeous, and the museum downstairs with all the artifacts found in/around the property was such a cool touch! Daphne and Louis’ attention to detail was astounding with little fun facts posted around the castle. Not to mention the superb breakfast!

We were blown away by how beautiful and unique our stay at Wilton Castle was! The drive in through the gates are like a step back into time, filled with anticipation as you get closer to the beautiful architecture! The suite itself is enormous with tons of room to spread out, high ceilings, and spacious bedrooms. Each bedroom has a unique theme which really brings out the character. There are beautiful views of the surrounding countryside and the working farm right next door. We were delighted to be watch the dairy cows file in for milking and to observe the skillful border collie. The grounds themselves are a delight to explore with beautiful trees, enchanting old ruins, and picturesque river winding its way through the property. It was amusing the watch the local ravens gather materials for their nests in the ruins of the castle tower. Certainly a stay that will last long in our memories. Our only regret is that we couldn’t stay longer! We definitely hope to stay again!

Our second visit to Glenville was also something special: a different time of year and other wonderful impressions in the park, which we continued to explore. And Dare was a pleasant conversationalist and substitute host. We felt very comfortable and discovered new things. The journey through time in Glenville was a special highlight on our trip through beautiful Ireland. And Silvia: Maybe we'll get to know you sometime.

This is a gorgeous authentic Big House. Some updates have been made over time; however, it retains many quirks of its old charm. This is a big room in an old house so it can get a bit drafty - close the curtains and shutters and enjoy a nice hot bath to warm up. Just get the tub started a bit ahead of time. The hot water takes a few minutes to make it upstairs but it’s piping hot when it gets there. Bring some warm house clothes and slippers and make sure you leave time to explore the house and peruse all the books. Also make sure you bring some comfortable clothes and waterproof shoes so you can enjoy exploring the gardens and grounds. We easily spent over 2 hours out there. If you’re an American, make sure you have an electrical adapter. There’s plenty of outlets, mix of European and UK. As nature and history lovers as well as bibliophiles this was such a cool stop on our trip.

Imagine the perfect host and multiply it with 10: That's Anna! Not only, that she picked us up by car, because it was heavily raining, to show us the appartement by herself. She also answered messages within minutes and provides us with laundry detergent in the blink of an eye. Also she recommended us a great pub in Bunratty to go to in the evening. So sum it up: Just perfect! Thank you very much. We will surely come back!

This is a gorgeous place to spend a few peaceful days. Richard was a perfect host, providing ample local recommendations. I must single out 2 of these, The Lobster Pot which is within walking distance and Karoo, a short drive away. The house is very comfortable and spacious for our family of 4. The 3rd bedroom has limited headroom but was perfect for our younger son. The location is very quiet but walking distance to beach.

We had a lovely stay. The apartment was 5*, very peaceful and comfortable.

What an absolute special place and host, Louise is simply amazing!! So many wonderful recommendations for the local areas. She really made our holiday so very special and we just can’t thank her and her family enough!! We can’t wait to return to Ireland again soon and we will definitely be staying here again!! THANK YOU, Louise & Family.

This is a love song to Atherlow Castle. Our family of 6(all adults) stayed for a week and didn’t want to leave. We truly felt at home. There’s plenty of space for everyone to have their privacy in the castle but there was still such a comfortable feeling. The grounds are lovely, with the nicest looking herd of cows I’ve ever seen peacefully grazing on impossibly green grass. Freda and Declan were quintessential hosts! Friendly and unobtrusive with adorable bouncy dogs. The area, as described by a local tea shop owner we struck up a conversation with, is real Ireland not tourist Ireland. All of the major sites are within driving distance but the local area has hidden gems. We have stayed in wonderful Airbnbs all over the world but Atherlow Castle won my heart.

Our stay was absolutely perfect - the castle is such a gem in a stunning location. The castle was homely and had everything you could ask for and more. Everything was spotless and in its place. We came with our extended family and we were all blown away by how wonderful the castle was. I would recommend anyone to stay at this beautiful location. Thank you Mary for a wonderful time.

We had the best time ringing in the new year at Kilahara castle! It was such a unique and cool experience that we will all remember. Lorraine was extremely friendly with check in and accommodating when our coffee press broke. The history is incredible and each room has a unique story attached to it. It is a castle from the 1500s so there was dust and spiders. The stairs are steep as well but overall a wonderful, unique, and fun way to spend holiday!

Enjoyed the accommodations, everything worked well. Good heat and hot water. Beautiful location, plenty of places to walk on the property. Close access to local shopping & restaurants.