Owned and operated by the renowned Irish hotelier family, the Corscaddens, the award-winning Romantic Castles of Ireland collection is like no other hotel collection in Ireland. With a castle in each corner of Ireland, the Romantic Castles of Ireland is the largest independent and privately-owned collection of luxury castles in the country. Guests are immersed in a rich Irish history and treated to a true Irish Castle experience combining old-world elegance with modern-day comforts in each of the Romantic Castles of Ireland. The collection began in 1991, when the Corscadden Family purchased Cabra Castle in County Cavan. Idyllically set amidst sprawling lawns on a 100-acre estate, with the backdrop of the magnificent Dún a Rí Forest Park, Cabra Castle boasts stunning architecture, luxurious furnishings, and phenomenal natural attractions. In 2005, the Corscadden Family purchased their second castle - Ballyseede Castle in County Kerry. As Kerry’s only castle hotel, the magnificent Ballyseede Castle offers an authentic castle experience full of Irish charm and personality. Set on 30 acres of ancient woodlands and manicured gardens, Ballyseede Castle Hotel is beautifully placed in secluded grounds and is the perfect choice for weddings, private events and guests alike. Next to be added to the collection was Bellingham Castle in 2012. Nestled in the medieval village of Castlebellingham in County Louth along Ireland’s Ancient East, Bellingham Castle is an elegant and spacious 17th Century authentic Irish Castle available for exclusive hire, to allow you become King or Queen of your very own castle for a truly memorable experience. The latest addition to the Romantic Castles of Ireland collection was Markree Castle in 2017. It is hard to imagine a destination with more romance, character and elegance than Markree Castle. This historic Irish castle venue is nestled in the stunning North West of Ireland in County Sligo on the route of the world famous Wild Atlantic Way.