Georgian country estate hideaway
Sprawling parkland and ancient woodland wrap around an eighteenth-century manor house and the stone ruins of a thirteenth-century castle.
“The large, grand rooms of the 17th-century manor house in which Terre is housed afford the space and scope…”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
An 18-hole inland links golf course, laser clay shooting, archery, and cycling across 220 historic acres.
Notable
Dedicated manor reception rooms, ESPA spa treatments, and multi-course dining at two-Michelin-starred Terre.
Notable
An 18th-century Georgian manor house standing alongside the preserved ruins of an 800-year-old Templar castle.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Wallpaper*.
Set on 220 acres of parkland amid the woodlands of East Cork, Castlemartyr Resort is a genuinely unique luxury escape.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
On a 220-acre country estate in East Cork, beside 13th-century castle ruins and ancient woodland.
The rooms
Original manor rooms retain period proportions and historic styling, while the contemporary wing offers sleek lines and expansive estate views.
The indoor pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Floor-to-ceiling glass runs the length of the heated indoor pool, opening onto views of the formal gardens.
The spa and gym
ESPA treatments take place in garden-view rooms, beside a light-filled gym looking out across mature parkland.
At the table
Two-Michelin-starred Terre anchors the estate's dining alongside traditional pub fare at The Hunted Hog and manor cocktails.
How it began

The estate grew outward from an eight-hundred-year-old fortress built by the Knights Templar, culminating in the classical Georgian manor.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.