Cosy Pub & Fresh Local Food

The Ballyrafter House Hotel is a real favourite due to its cosy pub and exceptional restaurant, which serves local foods and fresh fish.

Lismore Castle

The town of Lismore was once the home of the Earls of Cork, most unforgettably the Bachelor Duke of Devonshire.

Seaside Trips

The high sea cliffs and small villages & bays of the coast cover the wave sculpted inlets, which are perfect for a quick swim or just to explore.

Sightseeing

Local Activities Lismore

Not far down the road from the Hotel are the visually stunning wild gardens of Ballysaggartmore towers. This really is one of the most remarkable gate houses in Europe! Don’t take our word for it, visit this wonderful location for yourself. History tells us that the builder wasted all his money on the tower entrance, and ended up living in a small modest cottage.

There are a range of 18 & 9 hole golf courses within a short distance of just 25 miles of each other, including the charming 9 hole that lays beneath the castle itself. The castle golf course is only a 3 minute drive from the Ballyrafter House Hotel.

Various equestrian centres cover the landscape in this historic country, with the Ballyrafter Equestrian Centre located just next door, you will be spoilt for choice. This well-equipped equestrian centre features indoor riding, an ideal place to practice your jumping skills. Please note cross country pony treks are also available.

We are situated at the foot of the gorgeous Knockmealdown Mountains, where you will find a range of walks. The premier walk in the Knockmealdown Mountains is along the crest, where you will follow a wall built in the famine era as work reprieve. This wall is positioned to mark the boundaries between Waterford & Tipperary. The poor men and workforce who built this wall only worked for pennies, hauling themselves on top of these mountains on a daily basis – many if the men died from starvation. As harsh as this sounds, this was the only way the men could earn a living and keep their own families alive. The wall itself has stood the test of time, some 160 years later.

There are also less vigorous strolls along the Blackwater River and around the delightful Lismore town. Of course we can’t forget the fishing, there is plenty of fishing to be done in the local area. If you would like to find out more about any of the local activities, take a look at our pages on fishing, Lismore, the Mountains and seaside trips.

Ballyrafter Country House

Here at Ballyrafter House Hotel we can cater to all kinds of functions and events, from weddings & christenings to business meetings and banquets, we cover it all. Our well sized Courtyard room can accommodate up to 90 guests and features a beautiful conservatory with a Georgian stone design.

Contact Us

Address:
Ballyrafter Country House Hotel
Ballyrafter
Lismore
County Waterford
Ireland

Tel: 00 35358 54002
Email: info@ballyrafterhouse.com

Phone: 00 35358 54002

Email: info@ballyrafterhouse.com

Cosy Pub & Fresh Local Food

Lismore Castle

Seaside Trips

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Ballyrafter Country House

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