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A Perfect St. Patty’s Day Awaits You

March 6, 2006 | Posted by Allison as Reasons To Travel at 2:25 pm | Comments »

Luxist has a fabulous idea for St. Patrick’s Day this year, March 17.  Why not treat yourself to a real Irish holiday? 

“In honor of the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day holiday, how about a stay at one of Ireland’s premier castle hotels, Ashford Castle. Situated in near Cong, in County Mayo, Ashford Castle is a wonderful place to experience the luxuries of country living in a structure that parts of which were begun in 1228. Some enhancements have been made since the dark ages, notably bathrooms and electricity. The hotel is on the shores of Lough Corrib, Ireland’s second largest lake and features elegant grounds perfect for an afternoon stroll. As a former guest of the hotel, I can attest to the warmest service and delicious dining that the castle offers. By the way, if you can’t make it to the castle soon, rent “The Quiet Man” with John Wayne. It was filmed in the village of Cong and on the castle grounds in 1951. If you can, arrive by helicopter to get a bird’s eye view of the castle and grounds.”

The best of both worlds, bathrooms, electricity and history dating back to 1228.  What more could you ask for in an Irish holiday?  Room rates vary from $400-$600.