Lakeside castle with a welcome fit for a king
The best of the old —really old—and new is what makes Ashford Castle unique among luxury destinations. Of course it’s been outfitted with state-of-the art technology, but what you’ll notice most is old-school charm in the form of original 1200s architecture, Waterford chandeliers and Rococo gilt mirrors. Even Lady Ardilaun’s gardens have been restored to their 1800s heyday, with trees and flowers replanted according to old property maps.