By Mary Kay DeSola
Kenmare, Ireland
The Sheen Falls Lodge, located in Kenmare along the famed Ring of Kerry, is a family friendly five-star Relais & Chateaux hotel on 300 acres with views overlooking the Kenmare Bay and Sheen Falls.
The entry to the grounds is flanked by stone pillars that lead you up the long drive to a circle of paved brick with a red tiered fountain in the center. The entrance to the hotel is to one side and the stunning views of the Kenmare Bay to the other. The staff is hospitable and welcoming and very kid friendly.
The hotel has 85 rooms including classic rooms, superior rooms and a variety of suites, most with views of Kenmare Bay or the Sheen Falls. Many of the rooms can be combined in a variety of configurations to suit your needs. The rooms all include large marble bathrooms complete with amenities. They also have flat screen TVs and often DVD players with a selection of DVDs available at the front desk.
The Sheen Falls Lodge, located in Kenmare along the famed Ring of Kerry, is a family friendly five-star Relais & Chateaux hotel on 300 acres with views overlooking the Kenmare Bay and Sheen Falls.
The entry to the grounds is flanked by stone pillars that lead you up the long drive to a circle of paved brick with a red tiered fountain in the center. The entrance to the hotel is to one side and the stunning views of the Kenmare Bay to the other. The staff is hospitable and welcoming and very kid friendly.
The hotel has 85 rooms including classic rooms, superior rooms and a variety of suites, most with views of Kenmare Bay or the Sheen Falls. Many of the rooms can be combined in a variety of configurations to suit your needs. The rooms all include large marble bathrooms complete with amenities. They also have flat screen TVs and often DVD players with a selection of DVDs available at the front desk.
The lobby areas of the hotel are filled with couches and fireplaces to relax by. The hotel restaurant is The Falls which offers a casual dining menu as well as a formal menu and both have a children’s menu. Much of the menu is locally sourced, there is a well curated wine list and delectable desserts – all overlooking the Falls. There is also a cocktail bar for an afternoon pint or an evening nightcap and the Sun Lounge where they serve afternoon tea.
The Falls Restaurant also hosts the breakfast which is included in the cost of your room and is spectacular. In addition to the buffet of fresh fruits, pastry and scones, cereals and more, you can have made to order eggs, pancakes, French toast and their house made salmon – it is definitely not to be missed.
The Falls Restaurant also hosts the breakfast which is included in the cost of your room and is spectacular. In addition to the buffet of fresh fruits, pastry and scones, cereals and more, you can have made to order eggs, pancakes, French toast and their house made salmon – it is definitely not to be missed.
The hotel offers plenty of activities including fishing, horseback riding, kayaking, falconry, clay pigeon shooting, tennis, golf, croquet and bicycles (some activities have an additional fee). There is also a spa with a pool (open to children from 9am-5pm), jacuzzi, sauna and steam room and of course spa treatments. They offer a kid’s program in the evening from 6:30-9:30 PM during school breaks and holidays.
Don’t forget to head into Kenmare to do some shopping, relax at the pub or a have great meal – there are several good restaurants. There is also an ancient stone circle the you can walk to from the main street. The hotel staff can call you a cab for the ride into town if you want a break from driving. Kenmare is a prime location to stay as your base to explore County Kerry including The Ring of Kerry, Killarney, Skellig Islands or the Beara Peninsula.
The atmosphere at Sheen Falls Lodge is both luxurious and relaxed at the same time and has exceptional service – of course it is not an inexpensive visit, but if you are looking for splurge there is no better place. Let me know if you are interested in a trip to Ireland and perhaps a splurge at The Sheen Falls Lodge!
Don’t forget to head into Kenmare to do some shopping, relax at the pub or a have great meal – there are several good restaurants. There is also an ancient stone circle the you can walk to from the main street. The hotel staff can call you a cab for the ride into town if you want a break from driving. Kenmare is a prime location to stay as your base to explore County Kerry including The Ring of Kerry, Killarney, Skellig Islands or the Beara Peninsula.
The atmosphere at Sheen Falls Lodge is both luxurious and relaxed at the same time and has exceptional service – of course it is not an inexpensive visit, but if you are looking for splurge there is no better place. Let me know if you are interested in a trip to Ireland and perhaps a splurge at The Sheen Falls Lodge!
Its not too late to plan a Fall Getaway!
Give me a call or send me an email for more information or to talk about a trip to Quebec!
marykay@thetravelexchange.biz
(877) 344-0799 Ext 705
Give me a call or send me an email for more information or to talk about a trip to Quebec!
marykay@thetravelexchange.biz
(877) 344-0799 Ext 705
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