| set on an 840-acre estate, this opulent neo-gothic manor hotel and golf resort, with villas and townhouses, is 45. 6 km from shannon airport. modern villas and townhouses offer full kitchens. other amenities include a golf course, a spa, formal gardens and an indoor pool, plus a library, an exercise room, clay pigeon shooting and bike hire. the luxurious rooms and suites in the manor are individually decorated and offer free wi-fi and 24-hour room service; upgraded rooms add 4-poster beds, claw-foot baths, antiques and fireplaces. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. dining options include a swanky riverside eatery and a casual bistro
Cork Airport 1 hr 32
Adare Heritage Centre (16 min)
Interactive exhibition tracing the village's history, plus tours of local area, restaurant and shop. St John's Cathedral (21 min)
Built in 1861, this Catholic cathedral features the country's tallest spire, rising to 94 m. Adare Desmond Castle (14 min)
Ruins of a 13th-century castle & ring fort on a river, with daily guided tours & quaint scenery. Stonehall Visitor Farm (16 min) Bunratty Castle & Folk Park (26 min)
A 15th-century castle and living 19th-century village bring the periods alive at this family museum. Bunratty Castle & Folk Park (26 min)
A 15th-century castle and living 19th-century village bring the periods alive at this family museum. Augustinian Friary (10 min) Fanningstown Castle (8 min) Lough Gur (33 min)
Tranquil, horseshoe-shaped lake with picnic areas, walking paths & a heritage centre. The Milk Market (21 min)
Airy, covered market selling fruits, veggies, meats, dairy items, crafts & baked goods since 1852. King John's Castle (23 min)
Restored medieval fortress with a visitor centre, period costumes and interactive exhibits. St. Mary's Cathedral (23 min)
Iconic 12th-century cathedral with large stained-glass windows & a small burial ground. The Hunt Museum (22 min)
Former custom house holding a 2000-strong collection of ancient and modern ethnographic treasures. Curraghchase Forest Recreational Area (17 min) Trinitarian Abbey (12 min) | 
