ESCAPE TO A HIDEAWAY RETREAT

Take a journey beyond tranquillity at one of Irelands most charming spas

An oasis of calm and serenity, the Killashee House Hotel and Villa Spa is located on 80 acres of magnificent landscaped gardens and parkland and is only 30 minutes from Dublin. This glorious four star Victorian Manor House, with expansive views over the Wicklow Mountains and Kildare countryside, is the perfect place to indulge yourself. In such majestic surroundings it’s easy to sit back, relax, unwind and allow the atmosphere to overwhelm you.

This ancient Manor House, dating back to 1861, boasts 141 guest rooms, which include luxuriously suites and classically styled rooms. All are decorated in impeccable taste with the finest and most exquisite antiques, and the plushest of furnishings; all the modern luxuries one would expect from this warm and inviting hideaway.

INDULGE THE SENSES

After a busy day de-stress and unwind in the Villa Spa. The entire space has been carefully planned and designed to ensure you enjoy the full spa experience. When you enter each room in the spa you become absorbed in an experience that delights all the senses with the most beautiful of aromas, textures and colours. As you move from one therapy to another you will be reminded why you needed to pamper yourself with such a luxurious array of treatments. Overcome with peace and calm you emerge rejuvenated and revitalised, ready to face the challenges of modern day living.

APPEALING ACTIVITIES

The Killashee hotel state of the art Country Club includes a 25m pool, separate ladies and gents sauna and steam room and a fully equipped gymnasium. Team building activities such as archery and air riffle shooting can also be arranged on site. The hotel is located in close proximity to some of Ireland’s finest golf courses, such as the K Club and with the Curragh nearby, horse racing enthusiasts will not be disappointed. If all that sounds too exerting why not take a leisurely stroll through the magnificent gardens and woodland walks or trek further into the scenic beauty of Glendalough or the Blessington Lakes, both of which are within easy reach of the hotel.

FINE DINING

The renowned Turners Restaurant has received 3 RAC Ribbons and one AA fine dining rosette award for its creative and mouth-watering cuisine. However, there are a number of other restaurants and bars on offer at Killashee. Guests may enjoy the informality of dining in the spacious Gallery Lounge or alternatively, discover the mellow surroundings of the old-fashioned Nuns’ Kitchen Bar and Terrace Conservatory.

BUSINESS AND PLEASURE

Killashee House Hotel is an ideal venue for that important business meeting. Conference facilities are available for 2 to 700 delegates, combining the latest technology with excellent service and perfect attention to detail. The Conference Suites have been designed to exceed the demands of today’s business events and are all fully equipped with the most advanced audiovisual, broadband and sound capabilities.

Published in the July/August 2007 Issue of Irish Entrepreneur