Kinsale Hall
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Almost anything you could dream, you’ll find at this 40 acre estate in Ireland. Here a few dozen of your closest friends and family can join you for a fantast...
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Almost anything you could dream, you’ll find at this 40 acre estate in Ireland. Here a few dozen of your closest friends and family can join you for a fantastical gathering inside the eclectic mansion or out in the green gardens. Guests will sleep easily in one of three sunny houses, where every bedroom has an en suite bathroom and custom decor.
Here you can choose the venue to fit your party - the intimate dining room, the larger Ballroom, or the grand Garden Room. Or you can entertain groups of 100 outside, where children can frolic on the playground and adults can get some fresh air in the extensive gardens (playing croquet, or walking by the stream). Art, sports, entertainers, and more can all be brought to the estate - just ask, and it can be arranged.
Though this estate feels like a country of its own, it's accessible! Kinsale (2 km) is the nearest town, while Cork International Airport can be reached in a 20 minute drive.
* Please note that there are 2 rental options:
- Manor House only – sleeps 28 with 14 en-suite bedrooms and all the relevant
living and activity rooms.
-The entire Estate – sleeps 44, includes the Manor House as well as the 2 Estate
Cottages – which is a total of 22 en-suite bedrooms and exclusive use of the whole property.
What you should know…
- There is some unfenced water within the grounds, please be sure children have adequate supervision.
- Prepare to unplug - mobile phone reception varies depending on the provider.
Property Features
There are 22 en-suite bedrooms on the estate: 14 in the Main House, 4 in the Stone Cottage and 4 in the Coach house. Those booking for 28 guests or less will only have access to the bedrooms in the main Manor House.
Manor House
- 4 x double bedrooms
- 4 x double/ twin bedrooms
- 4 x triple bedrooms (double + single)
- 4 x quad rooms (double + 2 singles)
Cottage
- 2 x double bedrooms
- 1 x double/ twin bedroom
- 1 x quad room (double + 2 singles)
Coach House
- 2 x double bedrooms
- 1 x double/ twin bedroom
- 1 x triple room ( double + single)
Outside Grounds
The magnificent south-facing walled gardens feature an outdoor entertainment patio, croquet lawn, playground, helipad, picnic lawn, stream and pond, and lead down to woods and a small boat jetty on the Bandon River estuary. The informally manicured grounds are perfect for outdoor cocktail parties, activities, garden parties and BBQ’s.
The grounds have undergone a huge regeneration programme to bring the many native species in the old forest of Cappagh Wood back to their former glory. There is close to 40 acres on the private estate including: a beautiful south-facing terrace to the front of the Danford Ballroom, with steps leading down onto an outdoor entertainment patio with its own fire pit. Croquet lawn with a gazebo. Playground. Helipad. Vast lawns and gardens. Numerous ponds and streams. Small boat jetty. Forest pagoda. Woodland Walks. Ample guest parking. All-weather covered barbecue area.
Location
About the surrounding area of Kinsale HallThe House is less than 2 kilometres from the outskirts of Kinsale, County Cork, Ireland. Kinsale is frequently referred to as Ireland's Riviera and enjoys a continental ambiance with a wide selection of renowned restaurants, cafes & pubs buzzing with live music, against a background of ancient forts. Visitors are captivated by the town's setting, its long waterfront, narrow streets and slate-clad houses.
Kinsale is a top class centre for many activities including sailing, yachting, deep sea fishing, diving, watersports, windsurfing, horseriding and golf. There are three golf courses including the world-famous Old Head course.
Kinsale attracts a diverse population from the four corners of the world and is one of the most sought after addresses in Ireland. This popularity is aided by its location - Cork city (40 minutes), Cork International Airport (20 minutes), Cork Railway Station (40 minutes).
As part of your stay, Oliver's VIP Concierge Team can organise a number of activities at the private estate - either for individuals or variously sized groups. This list of activities is not exhaustive but is meant to give some suggestions as to the type of activities both at the House and in the near vicinity of the estate.
It is possible to bring in certain expertise and activities on site so you can enjoy them in the comfort and privacy of the estate. Some of these include: various health and beauty therapists that can be brought in. Transfers and limousine hire. Helicopter hire. Personalised local or national sightseeing tours. Hot air balloon. Magicians and other Children’s entertainers. Horseriding instructors and horses. Bicycles. Archery. River Kayaking. Football. Croquet. Art classes and pottery (next door is the Kinsale Art and Pottery school). Cookery Classes (either by the resident Chef or a host of national and internationally renowned chefs). Murder Mysteries – either by the day or weekend. Treasure Hunt and a full range of group activities.
Extras
Please note that there is an additional fee of €499 per booking. This covers the staff at Kinsale Hall's time to organise and plan your stay as well as the daily concierge service.
So for this fee and the rental rate, you are getting the following:
- Accommodation in individually-designed luxurious en-suite bedrooms with flat screen televisions, luxury linen, hairdryers and complimentary toiletries.
- Full cooked to order breakfast and continental selection for all residents (and what’s better still – you choose the time!)
- Exclusive use of all entertainment rooms in the house including living rooms, library, dining room, bar, ballroom, garden room, etc
- House setup to your requirements
- Exclusive use of the croquet lawn, entertainment areas, outdoor covered area,
wood-fired pizza oven, paved terrace with tables & seating, barbecue areas,
walled garden fields etc
- Access to the forest walks, boat jetty, kayaking on the river
- Exclusive enjoyment of onsite outdoor activities including football, boules,
crocquet, children’s playground etc
- Free high speed WiFi broadband throughout the whole property
- Free onsite car and bus parking
- All VAT and taxes are included (at the current rate of publishing)
- Advice on suppliers of entertainment, bands, transfers (taxi, limos, buses,
helicopters), activities, theme parties, birthday cakes, etc (If you take the local staff's suggestions, they charge a 12.5% management fee applies to cover our time in organising and co-ordinating all the buy-ins).
- And the most important – fully staffed 24 hours per day with experienced, professional staff including onsite manager, housekeepers, waitresses and night porter.
Dining Options
Kinsale Hall have a Michelin-trained Head Chef, David Rice, who has created a range of both formal and casual menus to choose from including:
- Canapes
- Antipasti Platters Children’s menus Homemade Pizza Parties Asian Street Food
- Casual ‘Bistro’ style Meals
- Lunches
- Morning or Afternoon Tea Casual ‘One Pot’ meals Barbecues
- Mexican Burrito Bars Formal Dining Menus
And if you love the food (and know that you will) why not join David in our onsite cookery school for a lesson in how it’s done! Please enquire know if you’d like details of his classes.
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
The 18th century, Kinsale Hall, makes a truly luxurious wedding venue where privacy and attention to...
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The 18th century, Kinsale Hall, makes a truly luxurious wedding venue where privacy and attention to detail is guaranteed. A number of celebrities have stayed at the property looking for a unique property which exudes country charm, with its sprawling gardens it is a photographers dream venue – a truly beautiful backdrop for the photographs you will treasure forever.
Wedding Reception
A reception with up to 180 guests can be hosted on the estate with the Garden Room and Ballroom used together. In the Garden Room alone, 130 could be seated and in the Ballroom 52 people. There are many combinations of rooms to use for different guest numbers up to 180. Dancing could continue in the ballroom with music playing until 2am. Outdoors music may play until 7pm.
Wedding Ceremony
Again, there are many locations both inside and outside for a ceremony on-site. Options include smaller spaces indoors including the breakfast room which could host up to 43 people or larger options outdoors such as the Croquet Lawn or by the pond for up to 180 people. The property is fully-licenced to host legal marriages.
Where to Stay
Up to 24 people can sleep on site. Nearby, all other guests could find accommodation in the nearby town which is a 2-minute drive from the property. The owners can supply details of local transportation firms.
Wedding Planning
There is a dedicated coordinator on-site for events, the venue can suggest wedding planners or the client may provide their own. The venue has suppliers to suggest and can help on request with all event needs.
Catering
All catering for events is taken care of in-house.
Other information
Venue has range of suppliers they prefer clients to use – others on request – catering must be provided by venue’s chefs. Event fee varies depending on requests for the day.
Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a higher security deposit, which will be in addition to any published rental rates and fees.
All events are on request only and subject to prior agreement from the owner, who reserves the right to refuse all events without their prior authorisation.
| Security deposit | Please enquire. This is paid on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. |
| Arrival time | 2pm |
| Departure time | 11am |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | Please enquire. This is paid on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. |
| Arrival time | 2pm |
| Departure time | 11am |
| Energy costs included? | Included in the rental price. |
| Linen & towels included? | All linen and bath towels are included in the rental price. |
| Pets welcome? | Please enquire. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Included. Please leave the property in the state that you found it. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Smoking: No smoking in the property. |
* Please note that there are 2 rental options:
- Manor House only – sleeps 28 with 14 en-suite bedrooms and all the relevant
living and activity rooms.
- The entire Estate – sleeps 44, includes the Manor House as well as the 2 EstateCottages – which is a total of 22 en-suite bedrooms and exclusive use of the whole property.
* Note that if you only wish to rent the Manor House, then the Estate Cottages – the Stone Cottage and the Coach House – may be rented to other guests. They have their own private gardens and access to the West Wing field but will have access to the forest and river. The Main House has private use of the all the lawns to the front and back of the House so your exclusive use is maintained.
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 28 people:
| Rental period | 2 Nights | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21st 2024 - Jan 3rd 2025 | £11,564 | £17,095 | £22,625 | £28,156 | £37,206 |
| Jan 3rd 2025 - May 25th 2026 | £11,564 | £17,095 | £22,625 | £28,156 | £37,206 |
Prices based on an occupancy of 44 people:
| Rental period | 2 Nights | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21st 2024 - Jan 3rd 2025 | £15,084 | £22,123 | £29,161 | £36,200 | £50,278 |
| Jan 3rd 2025 - May 25th 2026 | £15,084 | £22,123 | £29,161 | £36,200 | £50,278 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Property Owner
Des & Lisa
How long have you owned the property?
14 years.
What was it about the property that you first fell in love with?
I fell in love with the ...
Owner Profile
Property Owner
Des & Lisa
How long have you owned the property?
14 years.
What was it about the property that you first fell in love with?
I fell in love with the beautiful Georgian style as well with the proximity to Kinsale - Ireland's Gourmet Capital.
Have you ever had any famous guests staying?
Loads! Michael Jackson, the King of Netherlands and this summer Kim Kardashian and Kanye West tried to book their honeymoon with us - unfortunately we were already fully booked!
What’s the strangest or most difficult guest request you’ve ever received?
Someone once asked us if they could cut all the flowers out of garden to decorate the venue for their wedding.
For anyone coming to stay is there anything in the surrounding area they should...
Really do?
Play Golf at Old Head - world famous golf course.
Really eat?
Fishy Fishy - Ireland's top seafood restaurant.
Really see?
Kinsale Harbour at night.
Lastly, what insider tip would you pass on about the property or the area?
Kinsale and West Cork is sophisticated without being over commercialised and has so much to do in terms of world class fishing, sailing, golf etc.
Don't miss out! Reserve now and get a full refund if you change your mind within 48hrs.
