Sheen Falls Lodge
Set on the edge of a cascading waterfall among 300 acres of mature woodland outside Kenmare in County Kerry, Sheen Falls Lodge is a unique and fabulous property, fusing together the heritage of a magnificent lodge from the 1600's with a contemporary modern hotel.
With its luxury accommodations, its reserves of ageing port, its rare books and sumptuous cuisine, Sheen Falls lodge retains the warm, welcoming atmosphere of a country manor house. Yet Sheen Falls Lodge is one of the most celebrated five star hotels in Ireland and is routinely rated among the top escapes throughout Europe. It is the kind of place where deer roam freely among the 300 acres of woodland, where visitors can become truly absorbed in the stunning landscape of ancient woodlands, cascading waterfalls, glistening bay and looming mountains.
Sheen Falls Lodge offers guests 66 gorgeous guest rooms and three private villas. Soft light and abundant space are part of the restful elements that make up the hotels luxury guest rooms and suites. Sink into your chair and enjoy the view, as all rooms have bay windows with commanding views, either of Kenmare Bay, with its dramatic interplay of light, or Sheen Falls, and the natural drama of water rushing over granite rocks. Rooms have been meticulously designed: Luxuriously styled furnishings. Custom made beds of regal proportions. Fresh soft linen. A collection of carefully chosen books by the librarian. Perfectly placed arrangements of fresh flowers. Ahh those fabulous details... routinely attended to at Sheen Falls!
Dining at the Sheen Falls Lodge is a truly memorable experience. There are several dining experiences available. La Cascade restaurant is an elegant, classical dining room, while Oscar's bistro is a more informal room, ideal for casual or private dining. Both restaurants boast glorious, often hypnotic views, as does The Sun Lounge, open all day serving tea and coffee, light snacks, a lunch menu and the classic afternoon tea menu. Sheen Falls' Cocktail Bar, a warm, club-like atmosphere with dark wood and leather chairs, exudes character.
The estate boasts a plethora of outdoor activities; salmon fishing on a private stretch of the Sheen River, daily horse riding treks from the stables at the Lodge, hill walking trails and cycling tours. The Health Spa at the Lodge offers an extensive range of pampering beauty and body treatments
It should come as no surprise that Sheen Falls Lodge boasts one of Ireland's premier health spas, a place where guests can indulge in tranquil surroundings to relax, revitalize and reinvigorate mind & body. The Health Spa offers various massage, body and beauty treatments, as well as an extensive fitness centre complete with indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, Sauna, and a gymnasium.
While Sheen falls has the feel of a secluded country retreat, its within easy access of the brightly-coloured village of Kenmare, the quintessential Irish town with its array of fine restaurants, pubs, galleries and craft shops. and Sheen Falls is also a very short journey to Killarney National Park, with its world famous lakes, as well as the Ring of Kerry and Bear Peninsulas. For the well heeled, Sheen Falls makes for an ideal base for exploring some of the most beautiful countryside in Ireland.
Its the simple combination of exquisite comfort and phenomenal views that makes a stay at Sheen Falls so unforgettable.
