Cashel House Hotel; Hotel and restaurant in the country. General and Madame de Gaulle were enchanted by this elegant mid XIXth century house, nestling amidst the most beautiful garden in Ireland. Its Georgian guestrooms offer superb views of the Atlantic coastline and the rolling green hills of Connemara. After an invigorating walk through the magnificent Connemara wilderness, recline by a traditional peat fire, then savour delicious regional cuisine accompanied by vintage wine.Marlfield House Hotel and restaurant in the country. This elegant XIXth century house, formerly the residence of the Earls of Courtown, is set amidst stunning flower gardens and woodland walks. Superbly renovated by hosts Mary and Ray Bowe, Marlfield’s sumptuous interior is adorned with gleaming antiques, blazing fires and captivating paintings. The blooming conservatory, overlooking the garden, provides a most romantic setting in which to enjoy superb modern Irish cuisine.