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HAPPY WORLD SUSTAINABILITY DAY! We are passionate about sustainability, reducing our carbon emissions and improving biodiversity. We have been working hard over the past few years and we have set ourselves some ambitious targets in an effort to become more sustainable.

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Autumn has definitely arrived in Ireland bringing with it all the changes of darker nights, scrunching golden leaves underfoot, floating layers of mist, sparkling spiders webs, musty scents of damp earth and woodsmoke, it can only be autumn.

Come and stay soon and explore the many wonderful walking trails and hikes nearby where you can take in breathtaking views and sunsets of north east County Cork. Alternatively, just sit back and relax in front of our open log fires with a good book whilst you sip on a Bertha’s Hedgerow Martini.

After what has been a busy summer full of guests visiting from all over the world, wonderful weddings and exclusive house rentals, we would like to extend a huge thank you to our guests for choosing Ballyvolane House. We would also like to thank our amazing team, who’s hard work and dedication is fundamental to the well-being of Ballyvolane House. We are also highly appreciative of the wonderful support of our local community and suppliers.

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We are delighted that The Taste of Cork and Waterford will be hosting their annual Christmas Market and Santa Experience at Ballyvolane House on Saturday, 25th and Sunday, 26th November 2023. Market stalls selling all manner of gifts, crafts and stocking-fillers (including Bertha’s Revenge Gin). There will be food trucks too.

This is a local community event and is being organised by the wonderful Castlelyons Community Council. All information and booking links are published on the Castlelyons Parish Facebook Page.

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“When people speak of Ireland, they tend to get misty in the eye. Perhaps it’s because of familial connections, long ties that bind, or perhaps it’s due to the landscape dotted with ruins seemingly pulled out of a fairy tale. Maybe it is the Irish’s love of storytelling and music, or perhaps, as we would guess, it’s because of the Emerald Isle’s famed hospitality. Home to some of the most charming small hotels, family-run inns, and literal castles, staying in Ireland has the feel of moving in and out of a story book, where each day you can become something new, immerse yourself into a fresh page, another tale, and try it all on for size.”

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Ciara McQuillan singles out some hospitable hosts in The Gloss Magazine, Restaurant Notes Thank you for including Justin! In good company too.

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Massive thanks to Gemma Tipton for writing about Ballyvolane House in the Irish Times. The article coincides with National Heritage Week which is a celebration of Ireland’s built heritage.

Justin and Jenny took over the reins from Justin’s parents Jeremy and Merrie twenty years ago and the article looks back at how Ballyvolane House has evolved during this time. Preserving historic houses in important work and we were delighted to have had an opportunity to share our story with Gemma. She has captured the spirit(s) of the place perfectly (in terms of our ethos and in terms of another kind of spirit - Bertha’s Revenge Gin).

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“Looking to tie the knot in Ireland? These are the dream locations for an unforgettable wedding.” By IrishCentral Staff

Delighted Ballyvolane House made the cut! In good company too. Thank you!

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As part of National Heritage Week 2023 which runs from 12th to 20st August 2023, join us for our special National Heritage Week Open Gardens, Pop-up Café, Food Trucks and guided tours of the house and grounds on Thursday, 17th August 2023. 12 noon to 4pm.

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