The Garden House at Lissadell - Lissadell Estate

One of the oldest residences on the Lissadell Estate, The Garden House was built by Sir Robert Gore-Booth during the 1860s as the home of the estate's Head Gardener.

Nestled beside the beautifully restored Victorian Walled Kitchen Garden and surrounded by mature gardens, historic estate walls and peaceful woodland walks, The Garden House offers a tranquil escape in the heart of one of Ireland's most celebrated country estates.

When Edward Walsh and Constance Cassidy acquired Lissadell, the house had become hidden beneath decades of overgrowth. Carefully and lovingly restored, it has been transformed into an elegant luxury residence while preserving its remarkable history, character and timeless charm.



PERFECT FOR —

✦ Luxury coastal holidays

✦ Golfing breaks

✦ Cultural and literary escapes

✦ Wild Atlantic Way adventures

✦ Family gatherings

✦ Heritage travel

✦ Autumn and winter retreats beside the Atlantic

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EXPLORE THE RESIDENCE

✦ THE KITCHEN & DINING ROOM — A beautifully appointed open-plan Kitchen & Dining Room, centred around a iconic Lacanche Range, creating the perfect space for relaxed family dining and memorable entertaining.

✦ THE STUDY & LIVING ROOM — The elegant Study and Living Room each feature traditional open fireplaces, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere in every season.

✦ DESIGN & FINISHING TOUCHES — Thoughtfully restored in a style inspired by both Victorian elegance and the Bloomsbury movement, The Garden House features William Morris wallpapers, Tiffany lighting, handcrafted Celtic knot stained-glass windows by Enda Clarke of Gecko Glass, and original artwork from the renowned Lissadell Art Collection. Finished throughout in the Farrow & Ball Heritage palette, every room reflects the artistic legacy of Lissadell Estate.

✦  BEDROOMS — The luxurious Master Bedroom overlooks the historic secession houses and the beautifully restored gardens beside the Victorian Walled Kitchen Garden. A comfortable sofa bed provides additional accommodation when required, while two further elegant double bedrooms enjoy enchanting views across Drumcliff Bay.

✦ BATHROOMS — Three beautifully appointed bathrooms combine timeless elegance with contemporary comfort. The Main Bathroom features a magnificent Victorian roll-top bath, luxurious rain shower and heated mirror, creating a relaxing spa-like retreat.

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OUTDOOR SPACES

Situated beside the beautifully restored Victorian Walled Kitchen Garden, originally created for the Gore-Booth family in the 1840s, The Garden House enjoys a peaceful setting surrounded by the historic gardens of the magnificent Lissadell Estate.

✦ 3,000 sq ft sun terrace — a peaceful suntrap

✦ Separate lawn areas surrounding the house

✦ Donegal quartz gravel drives

✦ Adjacent Walled Victorian Kitchen Garden

✦ Pedestrian access to the 418-acre estate and Alpine Gardens

✦ Lissadell Beach — 3 mins on foot through the estate

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THE LISSADELL ESTATE

Utterly private and set on the shores of Lissadell Beach, this remarkable residence enjoys uninterrupted views across the Atlantic Ocean towards Ben Bulben and Ireland's spectacular Wild Atlantic Way.

Guests enjoy pedestrian access throughout the magnificent 418-acre Lissadell Estate, including beautifully restored gardens, peaceful woodland walks, the historic Alpine Rockery and the grounds surrounding Lissadell House—one of Ireland's most celebrated country estates.

Forever associated with Countess Constance Markievicz, Eva Gore-Booth and the poet W. B. Yeats, Lissadell occupies a unique place in Ireland's history, literature and cultural heritage. It was here that Yeats found inspiration for one of his most celebrated poems.

"The light of evening, Lissadell, great windows open to the south, two girls in silk kimonos, both beautiful, one a gazelle."

— W. B. Yeats

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

Everything you need for an unforgettable stay is within easy reach of Lissadell Estate.



On the Estate



✦ Lissadell Beach — on your doorstep

✦ Lissadell House & Gardens — 5-minute walk



Heritage & Scenic Walks



✦ Yeats' Grave, Drumcliff — 10 minutes

✦ Ben Bulben Trail Walks — 10 minutes

✦ Knocknarea & Queen Maeve's Cairn — 25 minutes

✦ Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery — nearby

✦ Glencar Waterfall & Lough Gill — nearby



Coast & Outdoor Adventures



✦ Streedagh Beach — 8 minutes

✦ Mullaghmore & Classiebawn Castle — 17 minutes

✦ Strandhill Beach, Surf School & Seaweed Baths — 26 minutes

✦ Coney Island Strand — 47 minutes



Golf & Leisure



✦ County Sligo Golf Club, Rosses Point — 20 minutes

✦ Sligo Yacht Club, Rosses Point — 20 minutes

✦ Horse Riding — 10 minutes



Dining & Local Towns



✦ Yeats Tavern Restaurant — 9 minutes

✦ Sligo Town — 18 minutes

✦ Bundoran — 22 minutes

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EXPERIENCE MORE

From championship links golf and spectacular Atlantic beaches to Yeats Country, ancient landscapes, exceptional local dining and the unforgettable scenery of the Wild Atlantic Way, County Sligo offers something to discover in every season.

Explore our dedicated Things To Do guide before your arrival and make the most of your stay on the magnificent Lissadell Estate.

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LOOKING FOR ANOTHER RESIDENCE?

Lissadell Platinum Rentals also offers two further luxury residences within the estate:



✦ Lissadell on the Beach

✦ Lissadell on the Sea



Each residence has its own distinctive character while sharing the same exceptional standard of luxury, heritage and hospitality within the magnificent surroundings of the historic Lissadell Estate.