Deluxe Trail Package

Deluxe Trail Includes:
1 Night 5* Castlemartyr Resort Dinner B&B
2 Nights 4* Trident Hotel Kinsale BB
1 Night 4* Blairscove Hotel Hotel B&B
1 Night 5* Hotel Europe Killarney BB
5 Rounds Golf at Castlemartyr , Fota Island, Old head, Bantry Bay, Killarney GC

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Castlemartyr Resort Hotel

Set adjacent to the ruins of 800-year-old castle, this 220-acre estate has a 17th-century manor house where guests can enjoy far-reaching countryside views and a stylish spa centre which includes an indoor swimming pool, 10 treatment rooms and a fitness studio. Jameson Distillery Midleton is 10 km away while Cork city centre is 32 km from the property. Cork International Airport is 37 km away.

The spacious rooms feature free Wi-Fi, an en suite bathroom, luxurious furniture and a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have stunning views of the resort.

The award-winning restaurant The Bell Tower offers gourmet dining as well as a traditional afternoon tea menu including Smoked Salmon on Irish Soda Bread and home-made scones made with fresh, locally sourced produce.

The Castlemartyr Resort includes an 18-hole, link-style golf course. Guest can also enjoy a carriage tour of the estate, including a visit to the historic chapel, the tomb of the 4th Earl of Shannon and Mitchell's Woods.

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Trident Hotel Kinsale

Spectacularly located on the waterfront in the historic town of Kinsale. The hotel is privately owned with a friendly, yet professional atmosphere.

Kinsale is one of Ireland's most picturesque towns; it is steeped in history and has a charming old world atmosphere. Golf, deep sea fishing, horse-riding and sailing are just some of the many activities available locally.

There are also a host of places of interest to visit in the locality of the Trident Hotel, as well as a great selection of shops, galleries, cafes, pubs and restaurants in the town.

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Blairscove House Hotel

Blairscove House is situated on the picturesque inlet of Dunmanus Bay in West Cork on the Wild Atlantic Way. Not touched by mass tourism, it appeals to visitors who want to get away ‘far from the madding crowd,’ yet desire premium facilities in terms of service and food, with home from home comforts in terms of welcome and accommodation.

Around the courtyard of a Georgian House, beautifully restored with cobbled paths, shrubs and flowers, are the restaurant and four stylish suites or small apartments which can be rented on a bed and breakfast or self-catering basis. Formerly a piggery, coach house and servants’ quarters, each suite is individually and very lovingly decorated with a quirky mix of contemporary and antique furnishings.

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The Europe Hotel & Resort

Amidst 30 acres on the shores of Lough Lein, the 5-star Europe Hotel boasts a 4,500 square metre luxury spa. Pony-riding is available for guests, along with an infinity pool, boating, and spacious rooms with lake views.

With views of the lake or golf course, each room includes satellite TV, free Wi-Fi, and a DVD player. Guests can relax in cosy bathrobes and slippers with an electronic minibar. Most rooms also include large balconies.

ESPA is Hotel Europe’s sumptuous spa, spread over 2 levels with a modern, state-of-the-art gym with iPod docking stations and a range of high-end gym equipment. The thermal suite boasts a salt water pool, ice fountain, sauna, and steam room. There are also 16 treatment rooms offering a range of luxurious treatments.

Killarney Golf Club is located adjacent to the hotel, and free horse-riding is available throughout the hotel’s grounds. The hotel can arrange pony treks through the nearby Killarney National Park. Fishing and boating is available on the lake from the hotel’s private pier.

The Panorama Restaurant features views of Killarney’s lakes and mountains, serving a range of fine cuisine. The Brasserie Restaurant serves flame grilled dishes, while The Spa Cafe overlooks the lake and garden and provides light dishes.

Standard Trail Package

Standard package Includes:
1 Night Castlemarty 5* Resort Dinner B&B
2 Nights 3* Whitehouse Hotel Kinsale BB
1 Night Maritime Hotel Bantry B&B
1 Night 3* Hotel Killarney Hotel BB
5 Rounds Golf at Castlemartyr , Fota Island, Old head, Bantry Bay GC, Killarney GC

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Castlemartyr Resort Hotel

Set adjacent to the ruins of 800-year-old castle, this 220-acre estate has a 17th-century manor house where guests can enjoy far-reaching countryside views and a stylish spa centre which includes an indoor swimming pool, 10 treatment rooms and a fitness studio. Jameson Distillery Midleton is 10 km away while Cork city centre is 32 km from the property. Cork International Airport is 37 km away.

The spacious rooms feature free Wi-Fi, an en suite bathroom, luxurious furniture and a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have stunning views of the resort.

The award-winning restaurant The Bell Tower offers gourmet dining as well as a traditional afternoon tea menu including Smoked Salmon on Irish Soda Bread and home-made scones made with fresh, locally sourced produce.

The Castlemartyr Resort includes an 18-hole, link-style golf course. Guest can also enjoy a carriage tour of the estate, including a visit to the historic chapel, the tomb of the 4th Earl of Shannon and Mitchell's Woods.

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The White House

Situated in the centre of Kinsale, this stylish Georgian building is a 4-star family run guest house offering boutique-style rooms. There is free Wi-Fi, a bar/bistro and an AA Rosette award-winning restaurant.

The White House combines traditional charm and historic character with contemporary comforts and modern facilities.

The Restaurant d'Antibes boasts an AA Rosette for its cuisine. It offers mouth-watering steaks and fresh seafood dishes, made using only the best of the day's local catch.

With a garden and live entertainment in the evening, the White House Bar and Bistro offers great food, drink and atmosphere.

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The Maritime

Featuring over 100 designer rooms, some with sea views and balconies, and others overlooking mature woods this luxury accommodation is situated very conveniently for the famous bay of the region.

Superbly located on the water’s edge, The Maritime Hotel enjoys uninterrupted sea views across Bantry Bay. At the Maritime Hotel, everything you desire for a short break or extended stay awaits you.

You can enjoy a pampering, relaxing holiday or host an elegant event. The facilities offered by the Club Maritime leisure centre are chic by any standard. Club Maritime features a large swimming pool and a children's pool, sauna, steam room, hot tub and gymnasium.

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Hotel Killarney

Set in a quiet location, 1.6 km from Killarney, this hotel offers fantastic facilities including an indoor pool, outdoor karting, leisure club, free parking and en suite rooms with satellite TVs.

With activities for all ages, Hotel Killarney has kids and teens clubs, a 5-a-side soccer pitch, mini-golf and a giant sandpit. Club Vitae boasts a sauna, spa, hot tub, sports hall and a modern gym.

The light and airy rooms at the hotel feature tea and coffee-making facilities. They include bathrooms with a bath, shower, hairdryer and toiletries.

Lannigans Steakhouse serves fresh local food, char-grilled steaks and homemade burgers. Guests can enjoy casual dining in the hotel's lobby bar serving snacks, light meals and daily specials.

Killarney Train Station is a 15-minute walk from the hotel. The Fitzgerald Stadium is a 5-minute drive away.

Golf Courses

5 Rounds Golf at Castlemartyr , Fota Island, Old head, Bantry Bay, Killarney GC

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Castlemartyr

Set in an old manor estate in East Cork, The Castlemartyr Golf Resort is an 18 hole, 6,728 yd, Par 72, inland links style course. It is the creation of renowned golf course designer Ron Kirby, whose credentials were honed on such Irish masterpieces as Dromoland Castle, the Old Head, and Mount Juliet, as well as Gleneagles in Scotland.

In Castlemartyr Mr. Kirby has developed an inland links style course that creates a visually pleasing yet testing experience. The course is designed to be challenging and pleasurable for players of any calibre. Castlemartyr Golf Club provides first class service across all aspects of the golf spectrum, from the course, to the Clubhouse and Pro Shop.

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Fota Island Golf Club

THE PREMIER GOLF RESORT IN IRELAND
No matter how you choose to spend your time at Fota Island Resort, it won’t go unnoticed that every last detail has been carefully considered. For golf enthusiasts, Fota Island Resort is a player’s paradise. Surrounded by tall oak trees, and bathed in peace and quiet, Fota Island Resort provides the perfect backdrop for the perfect game.

Originally designed in 1993 by Irish Ryder Cup star Christy O’Connor Jr. and twice English Amateur Champion Peter McEvoy, before being redesigned in 2000 by golf architect Jeff Howes, it comes as no surprise that Fota Island Resort has been a three-time host to the Irish Open with all three courses (Deerpark, Belvelly and Barryscourt) maintained to the very highest standard all year around. Just a few minutes walk from the popular clubhouse you will find one of Ireland’s most sophisticated and modern golf facilities, Fota Island Golf Academy. Focused on ensuring golfers of all ages and abilities have the support they need, step inside and you’ll find a dedicated personal trainer and fully equipped strength and conditioning gym, daily tuition enhanced by Trackman high-tech video systems and superior coaching from talented PGA professionals. Coaching is also available on the course and in the newly renovated outdoor practice bays.

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Old Head Golf Links

Old Head Golf Links is built on a 220-acre diamond of land jutting out over two miles into the Atlantic Ocean. The promontory is almost an island with numerous caves running beneath your feet as you play the course. The links and practice area occupy 180 acres and the remaining 40 acres of unspoilt cliff frame the course. It is a piece of golf real estate like no other, that causes many a golfer and visitor to pinch themselves as they drive through the ancient gateway with the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean some 300 feet below.

The sensory overload does not stop there with the journey along the fragrant Hydrangea and Rosa Rugosa lining the Old Head driveway providing stunning vistas across the superbly manicured golf course, with the powerful ocean on both sides and beyond the famous lighthouse that lies in front.

Old Head, par 72, comprises five Par 5s, five Par 3s and eight Par 4s - stretches from the ladies' tees at 5,413 yards to over 7,100 yards from the tips, with a minimum of six tees per hole making it suitable for golfers of all handicap abilities. Nine holes play along the cliff tops with all eighteen holes providing unsurpassed ocean views. With the ever-changing sea breezes, the course provides a stern but fair test to the touring pro and the high handicapper alike.

The course is set up on a daily basis depending on the prevailing weather conditions. Facilities include a warm up range, a putting green and a short game practice area. From the incredible Clubhouse, Old Head has a team of exceptional and friendly service staff to cater for the golfers and residents every need.

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Bantry Bay

Bantry Bay Golf Club's 18-hole, championship, cliff top, parkland course, towers above the head of Bantry Bay in the far west of County Cork. Fourteen holes immediately overlook the shore where the warm Gulf Stream first touches land on this side of the Atlantic. There are splendid panoramic views across the sea and islands to the Beara Mountains, Sheeps Head and Mizen Head peninsulas.

The course follows the natural contours of the countryside that results in some breathtaking holes in the picturesquely undulating scenery, even the six lakes and other hazards would charm a landscape artist.

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Killarney Golf Club

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club located adjacent to Lough Lein with the McGillycuddy Reeks in the background. All three courses are built to modern specifications with sand-based greens and tree-lined, undulating fairways. Killeen is considered the flagship course of the club. It reopened in June 2006 and is slightly longer with faster greens, which have been brought closer to the water hazards around the course. Long accurate shots will be rewarded on this course. While Mahony’s Point is the most scenic and friendly of our 3 courses, it is enjoyable and challenging to golfers of all standards.

The combination of undulating greens, well-positioned bunkers and water hazards ensure that there is enough danger to spoil a good round. Lackabane is the newest of our three courses and opened for play in 2000. Lakes and streams are featured throughout the length and breadth of the course, adding to the beauty and danger in equal measure. This course is best suited to mid- to low-handicap golfers and is an excellent test of the long game.

Sight Seeing, Restaurants and things to do on the trail: 

There are so many its hard to list but here are some we have tried and tested ourselves in a sample itinerary.

Day 1. Mid morning arrive 5* Castlemartyr Reosrt with Golf in the afternoon , Dinner in hotel. Alternative for Dinner why not try the Ballymaloe House restaurant for an incredible culinary experience. Visit to Stephen Pearce Pottery in Shanagarry for a bit of shopping.

Day 2. Morning - Head to Fota resort for golf on the Championship Course (Irish Open 2001/14). Afternoon Midleton Distillery to sample the finest Jameson Whiskeys and local history. Arrive Kinsale accommodation . Enjoy evening meal in the many wonderful restaurants in the town , Fishy Fishy , Black Pig , Man Fridays, Bastion or if its simple, but wonderful, Fish’n’Chips you want , try Dino’s. For a pint the Spaniard , The Bullman the Armada bar or just explore the many options on your doorstep! Day 2 Drive Distance (50km approx).

Day 3. Morning visit the RMS Lusitania Monument and museum (20 min visit) located just before the entrance to the Old Head of Kinsale Golf course where you will play after . The Old heah Golf course has some of the most wonderful views and hotel in golf. After golf return to Hotel and dinner in chosen restaurant.

Day 4. Morning: Travel along the West Cork section of the Wild Atlantic Way (which btw starts in Kinsale and end in Derry- 2500 km later!) Enroute Clonakilty , Rosscarbery , Leap (divert here to Union Hall – visit the Union Hall Smoke House) , Skibbereen (try and get here on a Sat morning for the famous farmers market (930am to 2pm ) This market has the very best of local artisan Cork produce , Cheese, organic veg and fruits , meats and Arts & Crafts. Ballydehob and finally Durros / Bantry . Check in Accommodation. Evening meal in restaurant – try Blairs Cove House restaurant or OConnors seafood restaurant.

Day 6. Golf in Killeen Course Killarney (Irish Open 1991 /2011) . After Golf prepare for home!