Ballyfin estate
The Ballyfin estate is open to guests only. Whether you’re in the mood for an afternoon of reading by the fire or heading out for fresh air and adventure, everything Ballyfin has to offer is at your disposal.
Your private world
Ancient woodland, immaculate gardens and a huge, glassy lake all under the watchful gaze of the Slieve Bloom Mountains. This is the playground in which Ballyfin makes its home. Explore the grounds on foot, bicycle or horseback. Mess about in a boat on the lake. Try your hand at archery or falconry. Ballyfin will keep you more than amused.
An Historic Irish Demesne
Walled gardens and a peaceful lake
The demesne at Ballyfin has maintained its 19th-century spirit, with tumbling fountains, resplendent borders and secret nooks for moments in the sun. At its heart lies the stillness of the lake, offset by the gardens’ carefully restored follies, classical grotto, medieval tower, original gate lodges and bridges. History that spans the centuries to live and breathe today.
Historic architectural features
Scattered across the estate are charming follies and landmarks: a medieval-style tower offering panoramic views, a classical grotto, and the original gate lodges and bridges—all meticulously restored with respect for their historic character.
Kitchen Gardens
Is there anything better than ingredients picked from the ground that morning? Ballyfin’s Michelin-starred menus and the seasonal magic produced by the estate’s kitchen gardens and orchards are a match made in heaven.
