Marlfield House Hotel Relais et Chateaux, Gorey, Irlanda

With classic, elegant decor, this luxurious, 19th-century country house is set within 35 acres of grounds. Its individually designed rooms boast marble bathrooms and cozy bathrobes.

Furnished with unique antiques and paintings, each sumptuous room at Marfield House Hotel features luxury bed linen, fresh fruit, and complimentary mineral water. There is a TV/DVD player, luxury toiletries, and books and magazines for guests.

Using vegetables and herbs from the kitchen garden, the Conservatory Restaurant serves food in romantic and elegant surroundings overlooking the gardens. The Duck Restaurant on the grounds of Marlfield offers a casual but stylish option. Reservations are necessary for both restaurants.

Free parking is available at the house, and horse riding along Wexford’s scenic trails can be arranged by the hotel. There is a croquet lawn and a tennis court in Marfield’s grounds, along with a lake with swans, ducks, and geese.