Win a luxury escape to an Irish idyll

Complete the Telegraph Travel Awards 2019 survey at telegraph.co. uk/tt-awards and you could experience a stay at Dromoland Castle in Ireland with Preferred Hotels & Resorts

Dromoland Castle, a member of the Preferred Hotels & Resorts Legend Collection, has been welcoming guests since the 16th century and is one of Ireland’s finest country-estate hotels. From the imposing baronial façade to the decadent interiors, guests are transported to a world of historic grandeur combined with the finest modern comforts. For an unforgettable experience, the property is offering a five-night escape for two. Highlights of the break include a stay in the signature suite, daily golf on the hotel’s championship golf course, deluxe spa treatments, fine dining experiences, and an array of outdoor pursuits on the 450-acre estate.

THE PRIZE

An unforgettable stay for two to experience this landmark of Irish hospitality, tradition, and class, inclusive of a private chauffeur transfer from Shannon Airport and five-nights in the signature Brian Boru Suite with daily breakfast. The lucky winners will also enjoy rejuvenating spa treatments, dinner and drinks in the hotel’s The Earl of Thomond Restaurant, and a thoughtfully curated range of activities on the estate including golf, horse riding and a birds-of-prey experience.

Dromoland Castle, steeped in Irish history and culture, is the 16th century ancestral family home of the Dromoland O’Briens; set on a country estate surrounded by forests, lakes and rolling green hills. The historic architecture complements the exquisite interiors seamlessly blending historic opulence with five-star modern luxury. The Brian Boru Suite, named after one of Ireland’s last High Kings whose ancestors built the castle, is fit for royalty with an elegant yet cosy sitting room overlooking Dromoland Lough complete with crystal chandelier, antiques and local artwork, a decadent four-poster bed, and freestanding bath.

A hearty full Irish breakfast is served every morning, and on one evening guests will be invited to enjoy a fine dining experience at the award-winning The Earl of Thomand Restaurant, where gourmet dishes are further elevated by the silver service. The Gallery is the perfect spot to relax after a day exploring the estate with a champagne afternoon tea, surrounded by ornate antiques, ancestral portraits, and a roaring log fire.

Dromoland Castle’s legendary hospitality is matched only by the estate’s superb parkland golf course and golf enthusiasts are welcomed to tee off daily on the challenging 18-hole championship course. Other experiences include a boating excursion or fishing on the lake, horse riding through the grounds, archery, clay pigeon shooting and an encounter with the hotel’s resident hawks and falcons. Guests can either walk or be

‘The castle is steeped in Irish history and culture’

taken back to the hotel on the ponydrawn carriage to enjoy and relax in The Spa with two lavish treatments included in the offer.

THE PROVIDERS

Dromoland Castle (dromoland.ie), located in County Clare, Ireland, was built in the early 16th century. Majestically set on the shores of Dromoland, it is surrounded by over 450 acres of breathtaking scenery, including a championship parkland golf course. Lavish interiors, fine food and superb wines complement the deluxe accommodations of the Castle’s 97 rooms, while Dromoland Castle

Golf and Country Club and an intimate spa ensure a unique experience.

For 51 years, Preferred Hotels & Resorts (PreferredHotels.com) has

STATELY STAY Dromoland Castle is a landmark of Irish hospitality and tradition