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On 1,000 acres of undulatingIrish countryside, dotted with ancient

woodland and glittering lakes, Castle Leslie Estate inCo Monaghan is the perfect hideaway for exhausted parents

One of the last great Irish cas-tle estates still in the hands of its founding family, Cas-tle Leslie is home to some of the most unique and en-chanting accommodation

on one of Ireland’s most breathtaking es-tates. Unlike most hotels, Castle Leslie Es-tate has a variety of accommodation to suit all tastes and is one of the most romantic destinations in Ireland.

The castle, rich in unspoilt rural splen-dor and breathtaking artefacts, offers com-plete respite from the rest of the world. A haven of tranquility, you won’t find televi-sions, radios or minibars within the bed-rooms, however there is Wifi.

The castle features 20 bedrooms - wheth-er your idea of heaven is a romantic bou-doir designed with relaxation and privacy in mind or flamboyant room decorated with rich deep colours, there’s a room to suit your tastes.

The lodge offers a completely different experience to that of the castle. Complete with 29 rooms - each of which remain true to the building’s original structure - and buzzing with activity, there is plenty to keep yourself occupied at the boutique,

country house style lodge hotel. Castle Leslie Estate is the ideal destina-

tion for a romantic retreat for parents. A break can be as relaxing or as action packed as you want it to be. A host of activities are on offer including pike fishing for the na-ture enthusiast, a private cinema for movie buffs, exceptional walking trails for those who want to breathe in fresh country air, kayaking and clay pigeon shooting for the more adventurous, hot air balloon rides for those looking for exhilaration, falconry to experience nature up close, a fabulous spa for rejuvenation and of course the famous world-class equestrian centre.

Get your fillWhen it comes to dining at Castle Leslie Estate, it’s all about choice. It caters for those looking for casual dining as well as those seeking a more elegant and romantic experience.

Guests can look forward to everything from lazy breakfasts in Conor’s Bar at The Lodge, to delightful afternoon tea at The Castle to dinner in the award winning 2 AA Rosette Snaffles Restaurant. Executive head chef Andrew Bradley and his team celebrate wintertime in abundance this

season and have created some wonder-ful menus for all to enjoy. Conor’s Bar is the perfect place to enjoy traditional style home cooking in a relaxed environment, with crackling log fires burning and heart-warming menus served by a friendly team.

No matter where you eat, you will en-joy the best of classic Irish cooking. Castle Leslie Estate sources regional and artisan foods locally, and prepares and presents them with imagination and flair. Freshness is its by-word, and its daily-baked breads and scones and homemade preserves are enough to tempt any guest.

PaMPer yourselfA visit to the Victorian Treatment Rooms, located at The Lodge, will leave you feel-ing refreshed and revitalised. With seven treatment rooms, a relaxation area and an outdoor hot tub, it’s the perfect place to relax and unwind. Highly-trained thera-pists will pamper you with a range of tra-ditional organic therapies from the ‘Emi-nence Organics’ & Voya ranges. The choice of Organic Skin Care treatments reflects its uniqueness and its unspoilt natural sur-roundings, rich in wild plants and mineral springs.

After your stay at Castle Leslie Estate, you will emerge well rested, pampered and have taken in some of the most exquisite sights to be witnessed in Ireland. It is a mere 80 minutes from Dublin and a mil-lion miles from anywhere.

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Winter and Spring Overnight Escape packages start from €115 per person sharing, which includes one night’s bed and full Irish breakfast and a fabulous dinner in the 2 AA Rosette award winning Snaffles Restaurant. Or opt for a two-night country getaway break from just €165 per person sharing, which includes overnight accommodation with a hearty full Irish breakfast each morning and a relaxing candlelit dinner on one evening of your choice in Snaffles Restaurant.

For a full list of offers, please visit www.castleleslie.com, call 047 881 00, or email info@castleleslie.com.

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