Sheen Falls Lodge Hotel, Kenmare, Ireland
Posted by Paul Handley on Thu 29th July 2010 at 08:32 AM, Filed in Luxury Hotels
Part of the exclusive Relais & Chateaux Hotel collective, Sheen Falls Lodge is a beautiful 5 star hotel in a beautiful location.
Tucked right at the very bottom of Ireland, in County Kerry lies Kenmare, THE quintessentially Irish town. Surrounded by purple heather-coloured mountains and cascading blue waters into Kenmare Bay, the backdrop to this quaint town is breathtaking. Bright coloured houses, Typically Irish charm and craic flow through Kenmare.
For ultimate praise, Trip Advisor named Sheen Falls Lodge as one of the World’s top ten most relaxing destinations alongside uber-luxurious hotspots Thailand and Mauritius.
Sheen Falls Lodge is surrounded by 300 acres of dappled woodland, with views over Kenmare Bay and the stunning backdrop of the Macgillicuddy’s Mountains. This area of Ireland is largely unspoilt and has to be experienced.
The 5 star Hotel offers all the facilities and amenities that you could possibly wish for while retaining the warm, welcoming atmosphere of a country house hotel. The hotel has a variety of rooms and suites to suit all, from deluxe bedrooms, starting at €140 per night, to presidential and signature suites, starting at €620 per night.
Guests can enjoy fine dining in the hotel’s award-winning La Cascade restaurant overlooking the falls, or you can also take advantage of the Cocktail Bar to sample whiskeys from around the world. You may have a problem with the wine list, Sheen Falls Lodge has one of the largest private wine cellars in Ireland, however, the head sommelier is always on hand to help you make the best selection!
If you choose to stay here (and you should), ask to see the Wine Cellar. It’s very impressive.
Sheen Falls Lodge also offers many activities on-site including fishing, walking, clay pigeon shooting, cycling and tennis, horse riding and golf are also available nearby. For guests looking for the ultimate relaxation they can book in for a treatment or massage at the Health Club which also features a fitness suite, swimming pool and jacuzzi.
The Hotel has put together a fantastic package, The “Walk This Way” offer is detailed below;
The ‘Walk This Way’ package includes:
• 2 nights’ accommodation in a Deluxe room, with full hearty Irish breakfasts
• Dinner on one evening in La Cascade restaurant
• One full body massage
• A ‘Guide to walking in Kenmare’
• Local walking guide for ½ day
• Refreshments for walking – bottled water and fruit
• Full use of Sheen Falls Lodge’s leisure facilities
Cost = £310 per person. Available until December 2010.
Now you have no excuse to visit this charming Irish haven. For further information about Sheen Falls Lodge and the Walk This Way package telephone +353 64 6641600 or visit http://www.sheenfallslodge.ie
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