21 luxury Irish country houses to consider for your wedding venue

Hunting for a wedding venue can sometimes be a little overwhelming.

There are so many options; hotel venues, city centre locations, quirky spots, private venues, country houses – the list goes on and on.

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The most important things to consider when choosing your venue – time of the year, expected number of guests and overall wedding theme.

If you’re planning a wedding and in search of amazing Irish country houses to look at, this is the list for you!

Airfield Estate

For those seeking the country house feels, but wanting to keep their wedding reception closer to Dublin, Airfield Estate is an urban country house, set on a working farm. Catering for between 50 and 110 guests, the venue is a sustainable food hub, serving up dishes that include ingredients straight from the farm and gardens. Airfield Estate is also HSE licensed allowing legal weddings to occur onsite.

Location: Dundrum, Dublin 14
On-Site Accommodation: No
Private Hire: Yes
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Ashley Park House

Set on 76 acres of land, Ashley Park House is perched on the edge of Lough Ourna in Tipperary, making for perfect photos and a gorgeous wedding weekend getaway for your guests. The Ashley Park estate consists of the Main House, The Coach House as well as the Gardener’s Cottage and Castle Lodge.

Location: Nenagh, Co Tipperary
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, there are 50 ensuite guest bedrooms on site
Private Hire: Yes
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Ballyfin Demesne

With a rich history dating back to the 1800s, Ballyfin Demesne maintains all the character and charm of the era, and is now a beautifully restored private country house available for exclusive hire. With a number of different rooms available for dining, Ballyfin Demesne can host weddings for up to 130 guests.

Location: Ballyfin, Co Laois
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, there are 20 bedrooms accommodating approximately 39 guests, plus additional guest rooms available in the Gardener’s Cottage and the the Lodge.
Private Hire: Yes
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Ballykealey House

On the outskirts of Carlow town, Ballykealey House is a 19th century manor house located 1 hour 30 minutes from Dublin. With gorgeous interiors, high ceilings, inside and outside locations for a ceremony and perfectly preened gardens for photographs, Ballykealey House is a great option for a country house wedding.

Location: Ballon, Co Carlow
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, there are 12 recently renovated bedrooms in the main house and 15 two-bedroom self-catering cottages
Private Hire: Yes
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Ballyvolane House

Located in North Cork, Ballyvolane House is the ancestral home of the Green family and the epitome of a country house venue. The perfect escape to celebrate your wedding, at Ballyvolane House, you’ll dine in the terrace overlooking the gardens and dance the night away in the exposed brick barn.

Location: Fermoy, Co Cork
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, there are six bedrooms in the main house and there are also a number of glamping bell tents and arc tents
Private Hire: Yes
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Bellinter House

Juxtapositioning traditional Georgian features, exposed brick and modern elements, Bellinter House is the perfect balance between the old and new worlds. The main dining area has floor to ceiling windows that overlook the rolling green gardens, showcasing the unique charm of the estate.

Location: Navan, Co Meath
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, on-site accommodation is available for up to 100 guests
Private Hire: Yes
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Borris House

Just an hour outside Dublin, set on 650 acres of lush green parkland and manicured gardens, sits the Tudor style, Borris House. Borris House is a family run, exclusive venue that has been recently renovated but still maintains the charms and elegance of times gone by with the perfectly maintained antique furnishings.

Location: Borris, Co Carlow
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, on-site accommodation is available including eleven rooms in the main house and five renovated on-site cottages
Private Hire: Yes
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Clonabreany House

One of Ireland’s most popular country houses for weddings, Clonabreany House is a stunning Georgian estate nestled in the Meath countryside. The house and its grounds can be privately hired for your wedding weekend. With accommodation for up to 90 guests, a marquee and an on-site traditional Irish pub, this could be the perfect location for your wedding.

Location: Kells, Co Meath
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, there is on-site accommodation for up to 90 guests
Private Hire: Yes
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Clonwilliam House

With some of the most beautiful views over looking the valleys of Wicklow, Clonabreany House is an exclusive and luxurious Irish wedding venue, taking on just a select number of events per year. From the weddings we have attended at Clonabreany House; the venue, the food, the grounds and the staff offer an unparalleled wedding experience for both guests and the bridal party.

Location: Woodenbridge, Co Wicklow
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, for 12-14 guests in the 6 bedrooms in the Main House. Nearby accommodation options are also available.
Private Hire: Yes
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Cloughjordan House

Whether you decide to have your ceremony in the renovated barn at Cloughjordan, the forest, the front lawn or one of the local churches, this venue makes the ideal country house wedding venue. Giving chic country house vibes with a side of rustic renovations, Cloughjordan House is a truly beautiful wedding venue.

Location: Cloughjordan, Co Tipperary
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, there are a number of on-site options available such as The Coach House, The Dairy and Pods; sleeping up to 87 guests
Private Hire: Yes
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Dunbrody Country House

Dunbrody Country House is an ideal venue for hosting small and intimate weddings, with a capacity of just 25 guests. Beautiful, bespoke wedding arrangements are managed by a skilled team led by renowned Irish chef Kevin Dundon and his wife Catherine. There is also a really cosy traditional pub onsite, perfect for fireside pints on Day Two.

Location: Arthurstown, Co Wexford
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, there are 22 luxury rooms and suites
Private Hire: Yes
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Gloster House

Gloster House was the venue choice of Anna Kirwan and Ian Madigan in 2022, and it’s easy to see why – the grounds and the venue itself are stunning. With a 300 year history, perfectly curated lawns and dreamy period interiors, Gloster House is an exclusive and luxurious hidden gem wedding venue.

Location: Birr, Co Offaly
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, for up to 24 guests
Private Hire: Yes
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Horetown House

Horetown House is a family-run, sustainable wedding venue. You’ll find traditional four-poster beds in the main house, and across the estate there are a number of more quirky and unique bedroom pods too, called Shepherd Huts. The gorgeous country house venue is exclusively yours during your stay.

Location: Horetown, Co Wexford
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, accommodation is available on the estate for up to 88 guests
Private Hire: Yes
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Kilshane House

Set on an expansive and green estate, with a gorgeous conservatory and a bright orangerie sitting alongside the main brick-clad house, Kilshane House truly has plenty to offer couples on the hunt for an Irish country house wedding location. If you’re after a spectacular location for after dinner fireworks, this is a spot you definitely have to check out.

Location: Kilshane, Co Tipperary
On-Site Accommodation: Yes
Private Hire: Yes
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Liss Ard Estate

With a backdrop of over 160 acres of stunning green land, walking trails and gardens, the Liss Ard Estate Manor is perched on the edge of a private lake, and it would make for a beautiful wedding venue for up to 80 guests. A country house with Georgian elements, Liss Ard is the perfect balance between stately home and modern luxury.

Location: Skibbereen, Co Cork
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, 26 newly renovated guest rooms in the Manor (main house) and additional accommodation is available on site in the Garden House and the Lake House
Private Hire: Yes
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Manor House at Mount Juliet

The Manor House is a Georgian country house venue on the grounds of the luxury Mount Juliet Estate. With the capacity to host up to 96 guests, opulent interiors and a gourmet dining experience awaits. The Mount Juliet Estate is also home to the One Michelin Starred Lady Helen Restaurant, perfect for an intimate night before or Day Two experience.

Location: Thomastown, Co Kilkenny
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, there are 32 luxury bedrooms in Manor House and more in Hunter’s Yard
Private Hire: Yes
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Marfield House

A luxury, boutique country house venue, Marfield House is a special location. Located just outside of Gorey town, Marfield House is set on 36 acres of gorgeous green gardens and is renowned for serving top notch fine dining dishes at The Duck Restaurant and Terrace.

Location: Gorey, Co Wexford
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, for up to 56 guests
Private Hire: Yes
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Orlagh House

If you’re looking for a traditional country house location in Dublin, Orlagh House could be the perfect location for your wedding. Located in Rathfarnham, Orlagh House gives the feeling of a country estate, yet is just a stone’s throw from Dublin City Centre. With views of the Dublin Mountains, plenty of outdoor space, this venue is not a hotel so the team will cater exactly to your specific wedding needs.

Location: Rathfarnham, Dublin 16
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, there are 14 bedrooms sleeping up to 24 guests
Private Hire: Yes
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Rathsallagh House

Nestled on a seemingly un-ending 530 acres of parkland, Rathsallagh Country House is a fairytale country house venue. A relatively short drive from Dublin, but in a world of its own, Rathsallagh should definitely be on your list to check out if you’re set on a country house venue.

Location: Dunlavin, Co Wicklow
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, for approximately 90 guests
Private Hire: Yes
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Tankardstown House

Tankardstown House is a charming, 18th century country manor, with expansive, manicured grounds. The bright, airy orangerie with impressive chandeliers has more than likely featured on your timeline at some stage, and it really is a magnificent celebration space.

Location: Slane, Co Meath
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, for up to 120 guests
Private Hire: Yes
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Tinakilly Country House

Giant oak trees like the avenue leading to the ivy-clad main house, uniquely Tinakilly is a country house with gorgeous gardens and sea views.

Location: Rathnew, Co Wicklow
On-Site Accommodation: Yes, there are 51 bedrooms available on-site
Private Hire: Yes
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Viginia Park Lodge

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