Thursday, March 24, 2016

Our Ireland Adventure
Day 9

Dromoland Castle Hotel in Newmarket - On - Fergus, Co. Clare, Ireland 

 


Dromoland Castle Hotel - Ireland

Just a half an hour away from the Old Ground Hotel was our next stay at Dromoland Castle Hotel. Well it was actually only twenty minutes away but I goofed and we took the wrong exit on the Rotary (Traffic Circle); so we utilized the “scenic route.”

The magnificent, five star Dromoland Castle http://www.dromoland.ie prove to be beyond our expectations. We savored this majestic castle and its enchanting lake, as we passed through the castle gates. It was the ancestral home of the O’Briens of Dromoland who were the Kings of Thomond and whose lineage goes back 1,000 years to Brian Boru, the only High King of Ireland. The castle is situated on four hundred and ten (410) acres of exquisiteness in the peaceful Clare countryside.

Located well outside of any cities, the hotel offers a plethora of activities: golf, dining, a pub, spa; health club with indoor swimming pool, falconry, archery, boating, clay pigeon shooting, tennis, walking and mountain biking just to name a few. 


Our Dromoland Castle Queen Anne Room – Ireland

Our Dromoland Castle Queen Anne Room – Ireland

Our Dromoland Castle Queen Anne Room – Ireland

Our Dromoland Castle Queen Anne Room – Ireland


Our room (219) is housed in the oldest part of the castle but was fully modernized. It featured a cottage-style décor which is based on 18th-century botanical drawings, complementing the sumptuous upholstery designed by the French fabric house Pierre Frey. It truly did look like the photos in the advertisements. It was huge, comfy, and beautiful. 

Mrs. White’s Tea at Dromoland Castle – Ireland

Mrs. White’s Tea at Dromoland Castle – Ireland

Mrs. White’s Tea at Dromoland Castle – Ireland


After thoroughly exploring our surroundings, we enjoyed a late lunch. Mrs. White’s Tea is served between the hours of two and five in the afternoon and consists of a selection of piping hot teas with a delicious selection of freshly baked pastries and breads. It was presented with a traditional flair under sparkling Waterford Crystal Chandeliers that added to the enjoyment of the feasting event. 


The Pub at Dromoland Castle – Ireland

The Pub at Dromoland Castle – Ireland

There was only one item remaining on my list of “Irish Must-dos;” that was to drink Guinness in a pub will listening to live Irish music. A tired Paul and I check that off this evening. Tommy entertained us in the small pub by strumming his acoustical guitar and singing Irish melodies. The perfect end to another perfect night. 


Exploring the Grounds of Dromoland Castle – Ireland

Exploring the Grounds of Dromoland Castle – Ireland

Exploring the Grounds of Dromoland Castle – Ireland

Exploring the Grounds of Dromoland Castle – Ireland

Exploring the Grounds of Dromoland Castle – Ireland

Exploring the Grounds of Dromoland Castle – Ireland

Exploring the Grounds of Dromoland Castle – Ireland

Exploring the Grounds of Dromoland Castle – Ireland



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