I want to book a nice break somewhere in Ireland as a gift for a couple who will shortly be celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary - preferably a bit away from Dublin as that is where they live. Maybe a country house with nice peaceful country walks but near enough a town also for shopping and nice restaurants. Swimming and spa facilities would be a bonus also.
Ideas on anywhere in Ireland would be appreciated.
The Marriott at Johnstown Bridge, Enfield is good for a weekend. Have stayed there twice and enjoyed both times. They have a good spa with steam room, sauna, hot tiled beds; jacuzzi off the main pool all included. If you want treatments they are extra. Good food, very friendly staff and good value for money.
There was a gorgeous looking hotel featured in the Saturday Indo a few weeks back. The Cliff House Hotel in Ardmore, Co Waterford. I haven't been but it's certainly on my list for my next weekend break.
I often give vouchers for Hidden Ireland as a wedding gift - they've a good selection of price ranges and locations and all of their venues are unique.
I've always received positive reports back from the people I've given the gifts to. (Then again I don't think any of my friends would be rude enough to tell me otherwise!)