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Hidden Ireland offers a collection of privately owned historic houses and country house B&Bs in beautiful countryside locations across Ireland. Enjoy authentic, stylish and relaxing stays with friendly hosts, delicious food and local hospitality.
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- Hook Lighthouse
- Ring of Beara
- Loftus Hall
- Belleek Castle
- Achill Island
- Conor Pass
- Howth Cliff Walk
- Aran Islands
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Set at the edge of the already-offbeat Hook Peninsula in County Wexford, Hook Lighthouse is considered to be one of the oldest operational lighthouses in the world. Dating back to the 13th century, the lighthouse has been open to the public since 1996 and offers gorgeous views of the surrounding coastline.
Located right next door to the Ring of Kerry and yet far more remote, driving the Ring of Beara will make you feel like you’re completely alone in Ireland (seriously–we often went several minutes at a time without so much as passing another car on the road when driving this route during high season). Be sure to stop by the adorable village of Castl...
Built in 1350, Loftus Hall is considered by many to be the most haunted building in Ireland. In its long life, it has served as a private home, a hotel, a nunnery, and as an abandoned building. Today, it is finding new life as a tourist attraction, with ghost tours through the still-not-quite-renovated mansion offering an eerie peek into the histor...
Tucked into a quiet corner of County Mayo, Belleek Castle is both absolutely stunning and absolutely uncrowded, offering an excellent place for a quiet getaway in Ireland far away from the crowds. Whether you want to stop by to tour the eccentric and fascinating Marshall Doran collection (complete with antique weapons, Grace O’Malley’s bed, and 10,...
For the tallest, most dramatic cliffs in all of Ireland, head to stunning and remote Achill Island. Like most Irish islands, one of its major selling points is fantastic seaside views: once you get done admiring the cliffs, head to Keem Bay to admire water so bright you may just think you’re in the Caribbean (especially if you happen to visit on a ...
As one of the highest mountain passes in Ireland, Conor Pass boasts absolutely beautiful views of the Irish countryside, a fantastic place for a hike, and a lovely–if a bit unnerving–drive. Be sure to be cautious when driving this route, but definitely stop by to check it out when exploring Ireland off the beaten path.
Located less than an hour outside of Dublin, the Howth Cliff Walk is one of the best ways to enjoy Ireland’s stunning coastline without going far from the capital. Coated in colorful wildflowers during the summer and home to an adorable lighthouse at the cliff’s edge, the Howth Cliff Walk is typically uncrowded despite its incredible beauty.
The Cliffs of Moher may be one of Ireland’s most famous tourist attractions, but most visitors don’t make it a short distance across the water to the Aran Islands that are visible from the edge of the cliffs. It’s worth the ferry ride, though: the Aran Islands are one of the last places in Ireland where Irish is the main spoken language, and the lo...
Built in the 13th century as a Cistercian Monastery, Hore Abbey practically lies in the shadow of the Rock of Cashel–but unlike the Rock of Cashel, it is both free and uncrowded to visit. If you’re looking for a place to walk around an empty, stunning ruin in Ireland, Hore Abbey is the place to visit.
More popular than the Ring of Beara and yet still far, far less touristy than the Ring of Kerry, Slea Head Drive on the Dingle Peninsula is–in my biased opinion–one of the prettiest places in all of Ireland, and definitely one of my favorite places to explore in Ireland off the beaten path. Be sure to stop by highlights like Dunquin Pier, Dunbeg Fo...
Discover Ireland's natural beauty, historic ruins, and fairytale-like quality away from the crowds. Explore the oldest lighthouse, the most haunted castle, the tallest cliffs, and more hidden gems in Ireland by car or ferry.
- Coumshingaun Lough (Waterford) We tend to get a lot of emails from tourists asking where to go in Ireland for the best views. One of the places that I tend to recommend first is Coumshingaun in County Waterford.
- Bull Rock (Cork) The chances are you’ll have heard of Dursey Island in Cork (yep, it’s the island that’s accessible via a little cable car). Dursey Island is situated at the southwestern tip of the magnificent Beara Peninsula in the even-more-mighty region of West Cork.
- The Serpents Lair (Galway) Although it’s frequently referred to as ‘the Serpent’s Lair’ and ‘the Wormhole’ the real name of our next spot is ‘Poll na bPeist’.
- Scrabo Tower (Down) Scrabo Tower in Newtownards in Down was built in the 19th century and it’s what we call a ‘Folly’. A ‘Folly’ is a structure that has been built mainly for decoration, but its design suggests that it has some other grand purpose.
Jun 18, 2023 · There’s an hidden Ireland, off the beaten path, that most people don’t even know exists. From ancient forts to spectacular rural scenes, some of the best places to visit in Ireland are “secret” and can be found only if you know where to look.
Hidden Ireland is delighted to present its stunning collection of privately owned historic houses and country house accommodation. Located in beautiful countryside locations, our luxury, bespoke country house B&Bs offer a top-quality vacation experience with unmistakable character and charm.
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Jan 22, 2024 · Discover 57+ ways to explore Ireland's hidden gems, from caves and valleys to castles and islands. Learn about the history, culture and nature of these secret spots with a local Irish girl.
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