The Ashford Castle, Ireland


Perched above the shores of Lough Corrib, and set on over 350 acres of wooded parkland, this 13th Century Castle is not only incredibly romantic but also rich in history. Once the estate of the Guinness Family, the Castle opened as a hotel in 1939 and is well known for the luxurious accommodations, their gorgeous sprawling grounds, exquisite cuisine and their impeccable customer service.





If you are looking for a once in a lifetime honeymoon or a  fairytale wedding, look no further. Picture your wedding set in the 700 year old Ashford Castle, with two choices for churches set in and around the grounds of Ashford as well as beautiful gardens, sprawling lawns and woodlands. The breathtaking grounds and architecture at Ashford provide the perfect backdrop for incredible wedding pictures and the perfect fairytale wedding.





Indulge in amazing cuisine at one of the Castle’s restaurants. Cullen’s at the Cottage is a casual bistro style eatery. The Connaught Room offers the best Irish Produce with a seasonal tasting menu and wine pairings for a truly divine dining experience. The Drawing Room offers a casual dining experience including a delicious local Irish stew made with fresh vegetables and lamb. George V is the ultimate dining experience at the Ashford Castle with a world class menu for those who want to indulge in luxury. George V was built by the Guinness family to hold dinner parties for the Prince of Whales when he visited in 1906. You will truly feel like royalty sitting under the 11 Waterford Crystal Chandeliers and dining on only the freshest cuisine made with local ingredients.




While at Ashford your accommodations won’t be anything other than five star luxury. With only 83 rooms the Castle is intimate and free of distractions. Many of the rooms have their original 
features and the resort is well known for making sure their guests are well accommodated
 
 

There are endless activities for those seeking some adventure or exercise while at the castle. Horseback riding, biking, fishing, golf, archery, clay shooting and even falconry are all available on the grounds of Ashford
 
 
 
 Whether you are looking for a once in a lifetime honeymoon, a special anniversary trip or the perfect venue for your destination wedding, the Ashford Castle is a perfect choice. The other great thing about the Ashford Castle is that 7 amazing nights and round trip airfare for 2 from Portland Oregon is only $4130 total and it includes a daily breakfast buffet!
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