I have lived in England for just over 10 years now.Β Our (I think I’ve earned the right to claim it as my own if only in my heart) fair isle – where everything is on your doorstep in terms of the rest of Europe, never mind the rest of what’s on the British Isles themselves.
I’ve been very privileged to take advantage of my vicinity to the rest of Europe (although not as much as I’d have liked) and have been to Scotland, Wales, Spain, Germany, Portugal, Czech Republic, Hungary, the Canary Islands and Iceland (although not technically in Europe but you get my drift hopefully).
However, what amazes me is that I STILL – despite it’s relatively close proximity – have not been to Ireland.Β I know, I know.Β It’s like people from New York never going to Ellis Island.Β Ridiculous.
So I think it’s time I rectify this situation – especially as W’s half Irish on his dad’s side and he does a brilliant Irish accent.
Just as a side note, is the Irish accent the sexiest in Europe?Β Discuss.
So when I saw this beauty in County Meath (just about an hour Northwest of Dublin), I realised even more why I would love to go.
Bellinter House is as beautiful as it is welcoming.
From the website…
“Standing majestically on the banks of the River Boyne in the rolling landscape of County Meath, Bellinter House exudes period glamour.”
Glamour, indeed… But also quite cozy, don’t you think?
I’m in love with the stag light.Β Seriously, I need that in my life.
The colour mix here is not something I would have ever thought would work but it totally does.
Another one of those lights… dear god.Β Please someone tell me where I can get one.Β WANT.
Don’t you just want to rock up on that beautiful chair and nestle down with a good book whilst the winds howl outside?
Tufted furniture, lucite tables and wooden floors…. Heaven.
Double rooms start around β¬120/night.Β Anyone else as in love with this place as I am?
All images Mr and Mrs Smith except for last, from Bellinterhouse.com
Omg, I love it!!!! Def an unexpected but fabulous color combination!!<br /><br />Xx. Patience
sexy would not be what comes to mind when i hear an irish accent. but i do think the new irish glee kid is adorable.<br /><br />these rooms on the other hand. ooze with it. and what a sweet change from so many blogland postings of morning light and softness. these have edge and mystery and invite you right in.<br /><br />go explore ireland!<br /><br />michele
@michele, you obviously haven't met enough irish men if you can only think of an irish kid from Glee when I mention the accent! lol Oh it's lush, believe me! <br /><br />Edgy and mysterious? That was the look I was going for today ;) xxx
So lovely to read a nice post about Ireland. We have many great historic houses now converted to Hotels. Here are a few others to check out <br /><br />http://www.tankardstown.ie/<br />http://www.loughrynn.ie/ (I've booked my wedding here)<br />http://www.castleleslie.com/<br /><br />You should all come visit us here in Ireland :)<br /><br />All things nice…
I love these rooms. Especially, that rocking chair. Although all leather, it seems so cozy. Maybe it's the fireplace in the background.
i checked my settings, lovely.<br /><br />everything seems to be a-ok on my end, and i do gets lots of email responses from other bloggers so WTF?<br /><br />we'll figure it out.<br /><br />michele
I love the Irish accent too!! :-) <br /><br />9 years in this country and I've never been to Ireland either. Take ME away to this <i>gorgeous</i> Bellinter House!! Oh how I would love to visit this place. Putting it in my holiday folder! <br /><br />I saw a stag wall light in St Rocket George, might be a different to that one though. I'm looking at the photos of the hotel and completely
I've been here nearly 7 years and I have also never been to Ireland! Shameful I know! This place is very very very tempting, the flooring alone has me salivating! And don't even get me started on the Irish accent (particularly Northern Irish)! *sigh*
ohh I'm in love with this place now!
Amazing! Wow great decor. I actually lived close to co Meath as a child. I have been back to Europe since I was 16. Ireland is fabulous.