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Portlick Castle

  • Star Rating Castle Self-Catering
  • Location Athlone in Co. Westmeath
  • Open All Year Round

Portlick Castle is an 12th century Dillon Castle located on the shores of Lough Ree with 30 acres of walled gardens, wooded areas and pasture land. The castle and period extensions have all been extensively renovated to a very high standard. The renovated castle and the adjacant lodge offers 13 bedrooms, 11 with en-suite bathrooms and 2 with private bathrooms, furnished in period style and capable of accommodating up to 26 guests. Apart from three function rooms, a dining room and a library, the banqueting hall has a renaissance style fireplace and will provide a truly medieval experience. The castle is set in 30 Acres of woodland and rich green fields lead down to the Lough situated a mere stones throw away. Awaiting you is the freedom to ramble around this idyllic Irish countryside. Local leisure pursuits include fishing, boat trips and horse riding. If this isn't enough, a few minutes away is Glasson Golf club, which boasts a course, designed by World-renowned golfer, Christy O'Connor JR.
Portlick Castle is the only Medieval castle in Ireland which has been used perpetually as a residence.
In its near 1000 year history, Portlick Castle has witnessed civil war, family disputes, devastating fire and the natural ravages of time but, despite these, it is still as impressive and as well preserved as ever. Now no longer a family seat, the story of Portlick Castle enters a new phase as a country retreat, a deserved escape from everyday hassle and a chance to experience life, as it should be, luxuriously.
For tangible tranquility in an away-from-it-all exclusiveness, yet enjoying modern creature comforts, Portlick Castle is a unique facility for total relaxation. Arriving at the gates, flanked by two statues of resting lions, the tree-lined avenue, welcomely illuminated from sunset, is an invitation to switch off from the hectic fare of modern life. You can be assured it will be an easy decision to make. The harder decision will be ' will I leave now or stay a few more days?'

 

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