Virginia, Co. Cavan

Tel: (049) 854 6100

virginiaparklodge.com

Steeped in history, the Virginia Park Lodge has a distinctly homely feel. Once a Marquis’ home, this chic hotel has been taken over by chef and business man Richard Corrigan, and now offers luxury accommodation, fine dining, log fires and over 100 acres of stunning walking trails around the banks of Lough Ramor – not to mention the perfect backdrop for a show-stopping wedding, if that’s what you’re after! Smaller groups and couples will also delight in the beauty of the grounds and surrounding landscapes – and they might even pick up some new skills while enjoying the finery! There’s also a cookery school where you can take courses in cooking game, carvery, slow food and seafood. Or if you prefer, you can have a round of golf, go for a boat ride on the lake, indulge in some fishing, or enjoy a wander in the old-world gooseberry gardens.