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Markree Castle(Sligo, Co Sligo, Ireland) |
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Call hotel directly on: +353 (0)71 9167800
Zoom image by clickingHome of the Cooper family for more than 350 years, Markree Castle is now run as a small family hotel by Charles and Mary Cooper, the 10th generation of the family to live at Markree. Set in a large estate with lovely gardens, the original house has been altered many times over the years, with the primary addition added in 1802 by the architect Francis Johnston. The enormous oak staircase is overlooked by a stained-glass window depicting 20 generations of the Cooper family tree, and the Louis Philippe-style plasterwork in the dining room makes it one of Ireland's most spectacular rooms. Charles Cooper worked in hotels in many other countries before returning to Markree in 1989. Since then, much has been restored, creating a family hotel of distinctive character. The bedrooms all have private bathrooms, telephones and efficient heating, yet great care has been taken to retain the character of the old building and the family atmosphere rather than the formal, impersonal atmosphere of more luxurious hotels. The restaurant has also become well known for carefully-prepared meals of a high standard. Day activities, such as horse riding and golfing can be arranged.
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Room rates:
| Single Occupancy | 75 - 111 |
| 18 Doubles/Twins | 98 - 185 |
| 12 Triples | 147 - 222 |
Includes full breakfast and VAT
Contact:
Markree Castle
Collooney
Sligo
Co Sligo
Ireland
Map
Phone: +353 (0)71 9167800
Fax: +353 (0)71 9167840
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Location:
Eight miles south of Sligo town, off the N4. At Collooney Roundabout take the R290 exit towards Dromahair
Payments:
Amex, Diners, MasterCard, Visa
Rating & Awards:
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75%
Fodor's Choice
Bridgestone Top 100 Best Hotels
Georgina Campbell's Ireland
Lucinda O'Sullivan's Little Black Book
Real Weddings - Ireland's Wedding Venue of the Year 09
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Management:
Owners: Charles & Mary Cooper
Facilities:
On site: garden, fishing, riding, licensed for weddings
team building, Victorian Gardens, River Unsin, Sheep and Wildlife
Nearby: Golf, fishing
Nearest Golf Course:
Name: Rosses Point-County Sligo
Distance: 12
No. Of Holes: 10
Internet Access:
Wi-Fi in common areas
Restrictions:
Pets: Pets in bedroom and grounds only; no pets in public areas
Disabled Facilities: Limited facilities for disabled guests
Seasonal Closure: Closed 24 - 26 Dec
Nearest:
City:
Sligo - 8 miles/15 mins
Galway - 80 miles/2 hrs
Rail Station:
Collooney - 1.5 miles/5 mins
Airport:
Knock - 50 miles/40 mins
Dublin - 125 miles/2 hrs 30 mins
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