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Bouchard Finlayson

Hermanus, Western Cape

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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.

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A world-famous Irish welcome

The extraordinary characters of the Castle passionately care about each and every guest, while our spectacular surroundings, exquisite interiors, delicious cuisine and unique local partnerships bring this corner of Ireland to life in the most beautiful way. We were so proud to be voted “Best Of The Best” by Virtuoso and to be recognised with countless other awards that pay testament to our remarkable team and their tireless efforts to create unforgettable experiences.

 

All the reasons to love Ashford

Escape to your own private hideaway

Discover a historic boathouse on the shores of Lough Corrib

Deeply serene & restorative

Discover our award-winning Spa

Rich & layered interiors

Discover how we pour our creativity into every exquisite room
Guests cycling in Ashford Castle's grounds

Enrich yourself in our heritage

Discover our storied history

Our beautiful location

Discover our deep connection with the land

Sense the occasion

Discover an exceptional Afternoon Tea in our Connaught Room
Foraging At Ashford Castle Philippe Farineau Executive Chef and Wolfhounds

Forage for inspiration

Discover our extraordinary experiences

The art of hospitality & service

Discover the finest dining experiences

Feel the wind from a Falcon’s wing

Discover exhilarating activities on the Ashford Estate

Escape to your own private hideaway

Discover a historic boathouse on the shores of Lough Corrib

Deeply serene & restorative

Discover our award-winning Spa

Rich & layered interiors

Discover how we pour our creativity into every exquisite room
Guests cycling in Ashford Castle's grounds

Enrich yourself in our heritage

Discover our storied history

Our beautiful location

Discover our deep connection with the land

Sense the occasion

Discover an exceptional Afternoon Tea in our Connaught Room
Foraging At Ashford Castle Philippe Farineau Executive Chef and Wolfhounds

Forage for inspiration

Discover our extraordinary experiences

The art of hospitality & service

Discover the finest dining experiences

Feel the wind from a Falcon’s wing

Discover exhilarating activities on the Ashford Estate

Escape to your own private hideaway

Discover a historic boathouse on the shores of Lough Corrib

Deeply serene & restorative

Discover our award-winning Spa

The Castle at a glance

A 800-year old castle in beautiful County Mayo

Unique & special experiences & activities on the estate

Set on a 350-acre estate with landscaped gardens, ancient woodland & an emerald lake 

83 traditional & elegant rooms & suites

6 restaurants & 3 bars with a team of world-renowned chefs & sommeliers

Award-winning Spa with 10m pool, 5 treatment rooms, sauna and steam room

Tour Ashford Castle

Explore our castle virtually

Discover the ins and outs of our remarkable, 800-year-old castle on a state-of-the-art 3D tour. Our virtual tour will allow you to get a feel for Ashford Castle and begin to visualise your upcoming stay.

Explore our 3D tour
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Give the very best

From exceptional Estate experiences to the finest Ashford Castle linens and our bespoke Single Malt whiskey, our collection of gifts is a true reflection of the grandeur and heritage of the Castle.

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We care about our natural splendour

We believe deeply that our legacy is as important as the joyful experiences we offer to guests. We are proud of our many initiatives that care for our local community and our spectacular surroundings.

Explore how we #MakeTravelMatter

Beauty in every detail

We pour our creativity into every exquisite room.

Discover our rich & layered interiors

The world of Ashford Castle

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13 May 2022 Stay local

Ashford Castle Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin

Ashford Castle is proud to present a new, limited-edition gin in collaboration with The Shed Distillery, one of our longstanding partnerships.

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Emer O'Connor

05 Apr 2022 Red Carnation Family

The characters of the Castle: Emer O'Connor

Meet Emer, treasured Kitchen Assistant at Ashford Castle who has worked with us for 25 years.

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16 Mar 2022 Red Carnation Family

The characters of the Castle: Catherine Kenny

Meet Catherine Kenny, our Rooms Division Manager at Ashford.

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