Now in the Coady family for 5 generations, this charming hotel has recently been specifically re-designed to host the most intimate and personal weddings. Although only just over an hour from Dublin, the heritage village of Borris is a magical other-worldly place and was once home to the ancient High Kings of Leinster.
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Previously a yacht club, this fine contemporary restaurant makes a wonderful venue for any special occasion. It is right at the end of the west pier, beside the fishing boats - guests will pass the boats on one side and a series of fishmongers on the other as they arrive, which adds to the sense of anticipation, and you have to ring a bell for admission.
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The Wall family's gloriously remote country guesthouse is now a substantial building, yet they still actively nurture the spirit of the ancestral home around which Hanora's is built. This a very special place, in a wonderfully unspoilt and romantic location - and, with a beautiful old church right next door, it makes a perfect venue for small weddings of up to 40 adult guests.
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Ray Byrne and Jane English's lovely lakeside lodge styles itself 'Ireland's first wine hotel' and it is one of the most romantic destinations in all Ireland, both for its beautiful location and the luxury, service and good food to be found within.
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Dublin's oldest restaurant is located in a characterful 18th century coach house and stables - and, as the name implies, it is surrounded by beautiful mature gardens, which are lit up by night. It is in a built-up area and near a busy road yet, with its mature trees, spacious surroundings and old-fashioned feeling...
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Ard Bia, literally High Food, is an appropriate moniker for this highly-regarded restaurant that is a member of the BIM Seafood Circle, which recently moved from cramped premises on Quay Street to an attractive riverside location - the stone-built medieval customs house overlooking the Claddagh Basin - which it now shares with sister restaurants Ard Bia Café and Nimmo’s, plus a constantly changing exhibition of modern art.
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The Mansion House Built in 1710 for Joshua Dawson after whom Dawson Street was named, The Mansion House was bought by Dublin Corporation in 1715 and became the official residence of the Lord Mayor of Dublin.Steeped in history, The Mansion House was the scene where the first meeting of the Dail convened in 1919 followed by the adoption of the declaration of Independence. It also hosted the signing of the truce that ended Anglo-Irish hostilities in 1921.
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Beautifully located overlooking the sea and the ruined castle from which it takes its name (and which is floodlit at night, making an atmospheric outlook from the restaurant), Martin and Marguerite Howley's small hotel makes a superb venue for a wedding of character...
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Jurgen and Aine Schwalm's 17th century inn in the highest village in the Wicklow Hills has a style that is all its own, and a dedicated band of followers who love everything about it: the public bar with its own snug and open fire, the sturdy wooden tables and huge log fire in the main bar dining area...
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Gina Murphy and her husband Padraig McLoughlin's large bar and 'informal fine dining' restaurant is named after a mountain in the nearby Slieve Blooms (the border between Laois and Offaly is at its peak), and occupies a large town centre building near the harbour, which they have renovated and furnished with flair.
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This chic, contemporary French restaurant could easily be missed given its location above their ground floor speciality grocery and food market (which simply begs you to browse). The function room is another floor above it - accessed by lift or stairs - and has its own bar
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Just off the Ring of Kerry, Frank and Mary Slattery's delightful Victorian country house is as romantic a location as any bride could wish for, set in acres of secluded lakeside gardens, with its own private jetty.
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Named after an 11th century Norse King of Dublin who had close links with Howth and was a cousin of the legendary Brian Boru, Aidan and Joan MacManus' striking harbourside establishment is one of Dublin's longest established fine dining restaurants and makes a lovely venue for an intimate wedding.
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Gearoid and Tara Lynch's restaurant is in an old stone building in a neatly landscaped garden which served as a post office until 1974 and, since then, has made an attractive and popular inn. Gearoid is a talented chef and, with Tara managing front of house with efficiency and charm, they make a good team...
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Castletownshend is one of west Cork's most picturesque villages and was home to Somerville and Ross, the two Victorian ladies who wrote Tales of an Irish R.M. - and it is also where you will find the lovely church of St Barrahane famous for its Harry Clarke windows.
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Brian and Brigid Roberts' restaurant and guesthouse is a favourite spot for the many who love the waterside setting of their attractive old warehouse beside the River Barrow, the quaintness of Graiguenamanagh town - and Brigid's wholesome cooking.
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In a very pleasant site right at the bridge beside the mighty River Shannon, this restaurant is in a lovingly-restored 19th century fort, and has oodles of character - the old stone walls are several feet thick in places.
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TODDIES HAS MOVED TO THE NEARBY BULMAN PUB - NEW NARRATIVE TO FOLLOW
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The location of Harry McKeogh's modern waterside restaurant is very appealing - with just a stretch of grass between the restaurant and the River Shannon, it makes a lovely romantic setting for a wedding, especially in summer.
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Michael and Eileen Fleming's impressive Georgian house is set on five acres of garden and patio areas on a hillside overlooking the river and city. There is a choice of churches nearby, wedding blessings are possible here and there are plenty of photo opportunities around the house and gardens.
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The FitzGibbon family's fine establishment in the historic town of Youghal offers a unique combination of characterful bars, a warmly decorated restaurant (where the reception is held) and stylish individually decorated rooms that make it a lovely wedding venue, and one which the Irish men in the party are certain to find especially congenial.
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The O'Donnell family has run Danny Minnie's since 1962, and a visit is always a special treat. There's nothing about the exterior as seen from the road to prepare first-time visitors for the atmosphere of this remarkable restaurant...
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What a wonderful venue for a wedding: Philippe and Sabine de Mey's beautiful property enjoys a stunning waterside location at the head of Dunmanus Bay, in West Cork. Although additions over the years have enlarged the restaurant considerably - including an elegant conservatory overlooking a courtyard garden...
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Terry McCoy's renowned restaurant in the characterful fishing port of Skerries is in a converted banking premises, which adds to the atmosphere - even the old vault has its uses, as a wine cellar.
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Anthony and Anne Gernon's almost-waterside restaurant on the north shore of Lough Derg has attracted a following disproportionate to its size over the years and makes a lovely venue for a small wedding.
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Tankardstown has quickly established itself as one of Ireland’s most desirable country house destinations - a wonderful place for a short break, the house also lends itself particularly well to small weddings (up to 70 guests can be catered for to dine in the house and a marquee can be arranged for larger numbers), and is ideal for a family reunion or special birthday party.
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Henry Stone - well known for his years as head chef at nearby Marlfield House - and his partner, Stephanie Barrillier, hit the ground running when they opened this restaurant on the ground floor of a 1690 house on the main street of Clonegal, in October 2005.
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Beautifully situated near Smerwick Harbour on the Slea Head scenic drive and Dingle Way walking route, Sile and Vincent Gorman's guesthouse and restaurant is a magical place for a small, intimate alternative style wedding which, as Sile says, "depends on our wonderful location, my hospitality and Vincent's cooking".
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