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A charming 16th-century coaching inn

Within Thomas Hardy’s enchanting village of Evershot...

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Bouchard Finlayson

Hermanus, Western Cape

Bouchard Finlayson Vineyard Background

A vineyard between heaven & earth

Cradled amid the hills of the Hemel-en-Aarde (Heaven and Earth) valley,
Bouchard Finlayson is widely acclaimed as one of South Africa’s leading boutique wine cellars.

With a terroir defined by both ancient soils and a cool maritime climate, the vineyards of Bouchard Finlayson are famous for producing award-winning
Pinot Noir, elegant Chardonnay and terroir-driven Sauvignon Blanc, while inspired blends showcase the depth of skill and innovation in our winemaking team.

The Bouchard Finlayson cellar is conveniently located a scenic 90 minutes’ drive from Cape Town, close to the world-famous whale-watching centre of Hermanus.

All the reasons to love The Lodge

Your perfect day

A unique & special wedding venue, with delicious cuisine & heartfelt service

Individually designed interiors

Each spacious room has a distinct character, with curated artworks & contemporary furniture
General Manager Peter Fergus

All on our doorstep

A relaxed country house hotel & an intrinsic part of the Ashford Castle estate

Extraordinary experiences

From falconry & zip-lining to fishing on magical Lake Corrib

Our location on Lough Corrib

Within the magnificent 350-acre estate of Ashford Castle, we overlook magical Lough Corrib
Jonathan Keane, Executive Head Chef

Delicious dining with a view

Our passion for delicious cuisine is showcased in Wilde’s, run by Jonathan Keane

Your perfect day

A unique & special wedding venue, with delicious cuisine & heartfelt service

Individually designed interiors

Each spacious room has a distinct character, with curated artworks & contemporary furniture
General Manager Peter Fergus

All on our doorstep

A relaxed country house hotel & an intrinsic part of the Ashford Castle estate

Extraordinary experiences

From falconry & zip-lining to fishing on magical Lake Corrib

Our location on Lough Corrib

Within the magnificent 350-acre estate of Ashford Castle, we overlook magical Lough Corrib
Jonathan Keane, Executive Head Chef

Delicious dining with a view

Our passion for delicious cuisine is showcased in Wilde’s, run by Jonathan Keane

Your perfect day

A unique & special wedding venue, with delicious cuisine & heartfelt service

Individually designed interiors

Each spacious room has a distinct character, with curated artworks & contemporary furniture

The Lodge at a glance

Chic Irish country house

Set in the 350 acre estate of Ashford Castle

Estate activities including falconry, horse-riding, clay shooting, archery, fishing & golf

Overlooking the magical Lough Corrib

Two AA Rosette fine dining in Wilde's Restaurant

Quay Bar and Brasserie serving hearty Irish cooking

Dining options at Ashford Castle including George V, Cullen's at the Cottage & Afternoon Tea

Exclusive-use wedding & events venue

Harbour Bar At The Lodge At Ashford Castle

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Exceptional dining experiences, overnight escapes and thoughtful surprises... Our vouchers create the perfect gift, from a romantic dinner for two in the award-winning Wilde's Restaurant to exciting Estate activities. 

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Innovative cuisine

The Lodge offers imaginative cuisine, superb service and a relaxed yet elegant ambience with a fine-dining restaurant, a more informal brasserie and a cosy bar. Discover the finest local and seasonally sourced ingredients.

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Jonathan Keane, Executive Head Chef

We care

We are proud to grow many of our own vegetables, fruits and herbs in our kitchen gardens and polytunnels, with sustainability at the heart of everything we do.

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Beauty in every detail

Discover individually designed, beautifully furnished and generously proportioned rooms and suites. You’ll enjoy rich deep pile carpets, super king beds with goose down duvets and pillows, and chic furniture and beautiful art. Traditional sash windows allow you to breathe the pure air for which the West of Ireland is famed and all of the bathrooms offer extra-soft towels and luxury toiletries.

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The world of The Lodge

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Angela Brennan

29 Apr 2022 Red Carnation Family

The characters of The Lodge: Angela Brennan

Learn more about Angela Brennan our Senior Accommodation Supervisor.

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Ashford Castle Christmas

21 Dec 2021 Stay local

The season of goodwill

At Ashford Castle and The Lodge. we are excited to welcome our guests for the Christmas festivities.

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Christmas wine

10 Dec 2021 Delicious dining

Our sommeliers favourite wines for Christmas

We talk to Ashford Castle's esteemed sommeliers about their favourite wines for Christmas and their serving suggestions.

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