Home is where the heart is – Ireland’s best
If your lovebird is a bit of a homebird, why not treat them to a romantic break on our own lovely little island? Here are five of our favourite love spots.
1 A LITTLE CORKER
Two nights B&B in a room with private balcony; a spa treatment followed by a luxurious afternoon tea; a candlelit dinner (on one night) as the waves thunder up Inchydoney’s golden beach in West Cork... Who could ask for more? Two-night break from €330 per person sharing. www.inchydoney.com, 023 88 33143
2 BE ROMEO AT MOUNT JULIET
Pamper your Juliet in style with an escape to Kilkenny’s Mount Juliet Estate, and its luxurious new hotel, Hunter’s Yard. Two-night package includes cocktail on arrival, breakfast daily and dinner on one night. From €539 per couple. www. mountjuliet.ie, 056 777 3000.
3 GET COSY IN CAVAN
County Cavan is one of Ireland’s less-explored – and most beautiful – counties. A refined St Val’s night at the venerable old Farnham Estate will defintely win you some Cupid Points. One night on February 14, €140pp sharing, includes B&B, dinner, and use of the spa. www. farnhamestate.ie, 049 43 7770.
4 KING CONG
Let love blossom at Ashford Castle in Cong, Co. Mayo, with its romantic lake views. Includes night in a suite with breakfast, dinner for two with prosecco, and strawberries on arrival. Thursday to Sunday inclusive until February 28, from €447 per room. www.thelodgeac.com.
5 DUBLIN CAN BE HEAVEN
Enjoy a sumptuous four-course feast at Dublin’s InterContinental Hotel, with sparkles on arrival. You may find yourself checking in for the night...
Valentine’s dinner from €65pp (14-17 February). www. intercontinentaldublin.ie.