Ballyvolane House

Ballyvolane House

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Escape to Ballyvolane House and stay in a glorious historic Irish country house, feast on delicious home-grown food meticulously prepared by our chef Sarah English, sip on our own Bertha’s Revenge Gin tipples, explore the delights of the locality such as cliff walks on the coast, hike up the Knockmealdown or Galtee mountains, graze at farmers’ markets, visit Cork City and Kinsale, cast a fly on the river Blackwater or gently glide down the river in a canoe or simply relax here. Enjoy late breakfasts, curl up by the fire and immerse yourself in all the latest glossy magazines, stroll around the gardens and if inclined, help feed the pigs and chickens, or if you are feeling active, play a game of tennis in the Walled garden. We are always happy to help plan day trips during the day and book a table at some of our excellent local eateries.

Originally built in 1728, Ballyvolane House is a magical house surrounded by woods, vast gardens and parkland. The house has a charming, peaceful and homely atmosphere. There are three lakes and the huge gardens are impeccably maintained by Jeremy Green. Jeremy and his late wife Merrie, a fly-fishing expert, first opened their home as luxurious country house accommodation about twenty-five years ago, and it now run by their son Justin and his wife Jenny, who have brought a wealth of Hospitality Management experience with them. Hosting weddings and other special occasions has been a huge part of Ballyvolane House for over ten years. In 2018 they were honoured to have HRH The Prince of Wales and HRH The Duchess of Cornwall to stay at Ballyvolane House during their Official visit to Cork.

There’s a series of grand, well-proportioned reception rooms and the bedrooms have stunning views of the garden or park. The pillared hall has a baby grand piano and the huge drawing room to the rear overlooks the terraced lawns where croquet is on offer. The bedrooms are spacious and comfortable and are described by Travel & Leisure Magazine as ‘having the loveliest, most peaceful views and are enduringly furnished with an organic assortment or wing chairs, alabaster lamps, sofas that are models of shabby chic’

Guests enjoy delicious home-cooking in the grand dining room. The ingredients are grown in Ballyvolane’s own walled garden, reared on the farm and sourced from local artisan producers. There’s an excellent wine list and breakfast is served until noon. Ballyvolane House is also the home of Bertha’s Revenge Small Batch Irish Milk Gin - the distillery is located in the farmyard at Ballyvolane House.

Glamping is also hugely popular at Ballyvolane House for larger groups that stay during the summer. They can accommodate up to 24 additional guests, perfect for extended families and multigenerational groups, from May to September. The glamping bell tents and glamping arks are situated in the glorious gardens at Ballyvolane House and are surrounded by trees, shrubs and nature.

Ballyvolane has a long standing association with salmon fishing on the renowned river Blackwater, guests can book fishing with local experts that the house highly recommends, and enjoy a day on the river, a short drive away. Clay pigeon shooting is available on-site year round but must be pre-booked before arrival.

Don't Take Our Word For It...

“Ballyvolane House was the venue for a weekends wedding celebration. The family and staff this beautiful country manor house make you feel so at home with their kind attentive thoughtful presence. Nothing is too much trouble and everything you could wish for to enjoy your stay here is thought of. The atmosphere is relaxed and informal with a classy sophistication that makes every guest feel like the lord or lady of the manor. I would love to go back one day. It is an experience i will never forget for all joyous reasons. Thank you !”

Caroline J, TripAdvisor Review, September 2022

“We had the most wonderful unforgettable summer wedding at Ballyvolane house. We had exclusive hire of the house for 3 days. I will never get over it. From the second we arrived at the house we were treated like royalty. The house is nestled away in the peaceful countryside of north Cork. The surroundings of this stunning unimposing house are vast and tranquil. We were welcomed to the house with roaring fires lit in each room which made them cosy and inviting. ” 

Mary O, TripAdvisor Review, January 2022