I loved the castle itself and the kindness and professionalism of the staff.

I was on a car trip with a friend and we were getting on each others nerves. The wonderful woman who checked us in reassured us and made us feel welcome.

I tried my first Guiness and could always have a cup of tea in the bar and a chat with the bartender who was so pleasant, he helped thaw out my travel companion.

And they have a real Irish wolf hound.