SPONSORED: Extraordinary ‘stay-cations’ and world-renowned fine dining await at Kilkenny’s Mount Juliet Estate

Kilkenny’s five-star Mount Juliet Estate has unveiled exciting new dining and accommodation plans as it prepares to reopen its doors to the public this month.

The multi award-winning venue has confirmed it is back in business from June 29, in line with Government’s latest guidelines on lifting restrictions across the country.

The team at Mount Juliet has prepared a range of innovative ‘stay-cation’ packages to cater for the domestic market as more and more people look to the best of what the country has to offer while restrictions on travel abroad remain in place.

From Monday, June 29, the historic Manor House on the estate will provide an impressive array of dining options and treats for food lovers.

Visitors can soak up the grandeur of the beautiful Manor House and its spectacular surrounding as it opens for all-day dining and afternoon tea.

Or you can experience the very best in fine dining at the Michelin-star Lady Helen, which was formally recognised as one of the best restaurants in Ireland and the UK earlier this year after the AA upgraded it from a three-rosette rated establishment to a four-rosette rated restaurant in its latest guide.

Mount Juliet Estate has also prepared a range of affordable accommodation packages as it refocuses its offering to cater for the upsurge in demand from the domestic market.

Siobhán O’ Sullivan, Director of Sales and Marketing at Mount Juliet Estate, said the venue has been inundated with booking inquiries in recent weeks as the country accelerates out of the lockdown.

“The interest has been phenomenal, and we’re delighted to have been able to tailor our specific dining and accommodation offering to cater directly for the huge numbers of people who will be holidaying closer to home this summer,” says Siobhan.

Set against the spectacular backdrop of 500 acres of lush pastures and waterways, Mount Juliet is ideally placed – and spaced – to meet the social distancing challenges that have become a feature of our everyday lives.

There’s never been a better time to explore the full breath of the beauty the estate has to offer. The beautiful surroundings provide the perfect setting for dining al fresco and outdoor picnics.

Mount Juliet Estate is also home to the internationally renowned, Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course, and one of the country’s most impressive equestrian centres.

Recent experience has also underlined the vital importance of community and supporting your local area, and Mount Juliet prides itself on sourcing the very best produce locally and maintaining its strong links with the dedicated people who make it all possible.

As Siobhan puts it: “In terms of natural beauty, space and our award-winning food offer, Mount Juliet is the perfect destination for families and couples this summer.

“Mount Juliet has a wealth of activities to explore on 500 acres of unforgettable Ireland and we work to ensure every guest is able to enjoy an experience of the estate that is uniquely tailored to their own needs, desires and conception of luxury relaxation.

“We look forward to meeting you and making your stay with us an unforgettable one.”

For more information on Mount Juliet Estate’s special offers, visit https://www.mountjuliet.ie/offers/

To make a booking, email reservations@mountjuliet.ie or call 056 777 3000