. other amenities include gardens, a guest lounge with period furnishings, and private parking. 5 km from dun laoghaire golf club. full irish breakfast is served in the refined dining room, and tea and cake are offered on arrival. set in quaint enniskerry village, this elegant victorian bed-and-breakfast is 1. the cosy, traditional rooms feature en suite bathrooms, free wifi and tvs. 9 km from powerscourt house and gardens, and 3 Dublin Airport 36 min
Kilmainham Gaol (31 min) Prison museum where many of Ireland's political prisoners were incarcerated, tortured and executed. Dublin Castle (37 min) Historic site, dating from 1204, with 2 museums, cafes and gardens, plus state rooms and a library. Guinness Storehouse (34 min) Brewery experience telling the tale of Ireland's famous beer, with tastings and a rooftop bar. Wicklow Mountains National Park (30 min) Mountainous national park of 50,000 acres with lakes, forest and well-maintained walking trails. National Gallery of Ireland (33 min) Grand collection of European art spanning the 14th to the 20th-century covering all major schools. Jameson Distillery Bow St. (35 min) Expert guides tell the story of Jameson in a recreated distillery scene with tastings and dining. The Spire (40 min) This towering cone-shaped monument is known for its minimalist elegance & reflective steel surface. St Stephens green (33 min) Park, garden, and monument Trinity College Dublin (37 min) 47-acre university with Georgian buildings, known for its humanities, science & medical programs. Powerscourt Waterfall (9 min) 398-ft. waterfall in mountain foothill area with ancient trees, sika deer & rich birdlife. Lough Tay (25 min) A popular view destination for hikers, this scenic, privately owned lake is surrounded by mountains. Powerscourt House & Gardens (9 min) 18th-century stately home and famous landscaped grounds, with themed gardens and a waterfall. Christ Church Cathedral (36 min) Medieval place of worship with a mummified rat & cat plus a cafe & gift shop in the crypt. St Patrick's Cathedral (36 min) The Church of Ireland's national cathedral, dating from 1220, with lunchtime musical recitals. Ha'penny Bridge (39 min) Refurbished 19th-century cast-iron span & city symbol, crossed by thousands of pedestrians daily. |