What Our Guests Say
Reviews from Google Business page
What an amazing vacation. Zane was an incredible host; he went above and beyond. Just as one example, I got a toothache soon after touching down in Ireland before I even got to the castle. Zane somehow got me an appointment with a dentist in town the next morning! I don’t know how he did it.
The food was tip-top, and Zane even arranged for a couple of musicians to come in one evening. The tours he arranged were great, our guides were a lot of fun, and I can’t remember the last time I had a vacation like this. I already miss the place.
The food was tip-top, and Zane even arranged for a couple of musicians to come in one evening. The tours he arranged were great, our guides were a lot of fun, and I can’t remember the last time I had a vacation like this. I already miss the place.
Our family spent a week at Lisheen Castle in June of 2023. The whole experience was fantastic. Zane and his staff made us feel like family. We loved our tour guides and drivers especially Mary B. and John. The Castle and grounds are amazing. I can’t say enough about this trip. We truly enjoyed everything about it…the meals, the tour package, the Castle and grounds, and most importantly the people who took care of us!
We spent a week at Lisheen Castle with an extended family group in July 2023 – it was simply fantastic! The castle is beautiful and the grounds are stunning. Our teens spent hours playing soccer and tennis on on the beautiful courts and fields. Zane and the staff go out of their way to make you feel at home. Our tour guide Mary B. and driver John felt like family by the end of the week. We were so sad to leave.
Don’t hesitate to book here! What a wonderful stay for the week and everyone is incredible. This is our family’s second time in Lisheen Castle and we are always left wanting to come back.
The photos do not do this magnificent castle justice–the attention to detail and the grounds and the incredible and numerous bedrooms and sitting rooms and industrial kitchen and casual and formal dining spaces make this on incredible venue. It was a magical trip for all of us.
Reviews from Tripadvisor
This place is an incredible, hidden gem tucked away in the GORGEOUS Irish countryside. Zane (the owner) it top notch in ensuring his guests are well taken care of. Mary B is a complete gem as a tour guide and just incredibly charming (she truly is a nation treasure to Ireland). Dennis and Donica are true gentlemen and complete professionals as drivers. Dennis went so above and beyond it’s crazy. Finally, Mary E, Geraldine, Ursula, and Helen made some of the finest meals I’ve ever had. There are so many other fine people I could mention. Bottom line; The people of County Tipperary are the finest, most friendly. and most down to earth i have ever had the pleasure to meet. Cannot recommend any higher than this.
Thank you Zane and all your people, inside and outside the Castle, for our fabulous week. It was more than worth our long ‘Covid’ wait, we sent our deposit on December 20th 2020! The Castle was exactly as the website portrayed but, the warmth, kindness and dedication of everyone involved was one of the keys to the pleasure we had each and every day. It was as if Mary Poppins had come to Thurles. “Practically perfect in every way!” Please give our warmest thanks to all who made our dream holiday/vacation a reality, Bernadette, Nat and the gang
This place is a bit of a dream, and Zane is an amazing host. The castle is wonderful, but it was the trips that were arranged as part of our package which were really extraordinary. The food was tip top, the staff were so friendly, and I can’t imagine a better vacation. I already miss the place, and I just got home yesterday.
Perfect Irish Week
Our week at Lisheen Castle was absolutely amazing. Zane was such a fantastic host in orchestrating our daily agenda and has the friendliest staff helping out every morning and evening for meals. I cannot stress enough the beauty of the land and the effort that went into the restoration of the castle itself. I definitely plan on making a return trip!
Our week at Lisheen Castle was absolutely amazing. Zane was such a fantastic host in orchestrating our daily agenda and has the friendliest staff helping out every morning and evening for meals. I cannot stress enough the beauty of the land and the effort that went into the restoration of the castle itself. I definitely plan on making a return trip!
Don’t hesitate…we loved it!
We travelled to Lisheen with three generations of family and friends. Our stay at the castle appealed to everyone. The grounds and play areas suited the little girls, the library with the fire burning appealed to everyone, the kitchen table was big enough to accommodate all of us. We had a chef come for dinner one night and I would recommend her without reservation. The food was delicious and she was delightful. The days went by too quickly, the sure sign of a good time. There was good separation of bedrooms and play areas, it was perfect for our group. Thank you to Ireland and Zane for our warm welcome. It was great!
We travelled to Lisheen with three generations of family and friends. Our stay at the castle appealed to everyone. The grounds and play areas suited the little girls, the library with the fire burning appealed to everyone, the kitchen table was big enough to accommodate all of us. We had a chef come for dinner one night and I would recommend her without reservation. The food was delicious and she was delightful. The days went by too quickly, the sure sign of a good time. There was good separation of bedrooms and play areas, it was perfect for our group. Thank you to Ireland and Zane for our warm welcome. It was great!
Reviews from VRBO
Grand property
The castle was amazing. The grounds were so beautiful and well manicured. Tennis court was great and had lights for nighttime playing. The castle was clean, bedrooms were large with comfortable beds, expansive living areas throughout. The owner was responsive and very helpful. We rented cars to get around ireland so the castle location was centrally located. Would definitely recommend.
The castle was amazing. The grounds were so beautiful and well manicured. Tennis court was great and had lights for nighttime playing. The castle was clean, bedrooms were large with comfortable beds, expansive living areas throughout. The owner was responsive and very helpful. We rented cars to get around ireland so the castle location was centrally located. Would definitely recommend.
What a fabulous vacation the Lisheen Castle offers. We immediately felt comfortable in our home away from home. The tranquility of the setting immediately takes you in and makes you feel like you are truly a part of the surroundings. We received excellent service throughout our stay. The food was of the highest quality. Superb choices were offered for all of our meals both breakfast and dinner. The day tours were very organized and well planned. We were able to make adjustments according to our own personal wishes when the need arouse. The flexibility of the driver and tour guide was greatly appreciated. We had evening entertainment in the castle after dinner several nights. The head cook even gave us hands on tips on how she made some of her signature meals. The sit down morning breakfast was such a delicious and fun way to start our day. The availability of a washer and dryer made for light packing. This was one of the most enjoyable travel experiences we ever had and we look forward to returning to the LISHEEN Castle.
Breathtaking
Beautiful castle in an amazing setting. The scenery is gorgeous! The grounds were perfectly manicured. The castle is beautiful on the inside as well. The restoration is unbelievable considering it was once in rubble. The rooms are plentiful, all with their own titles and most their bathrooms as well. The decor is historic and beautiful but comfortable at the same time. Equipped with modern conveniences such as washer/dryer, restaurant style kitchen and wifi throughout. Zane is a very gracious host, he even took us on the roof. Shhhh:) He was also extremely helpful in guiding us to local restaurants and attractions. I’m so glad we didn’t choose the B&B hop thing. This was truly a once in a lifetime experience for me and my family!
Beautiful castle in an amazing setting. The scenery is gorgeous! The grounds were perfectly manicured. The castle is beautiful on the inside as well. The restoration is unbelievable considering it was once in rubble. The rooms are plentiful, all with their own titles and most their bathrooms as well. The decor is historic and beautiful but comfortable at the same time. Equipped with modern conveniences such as washer/dryer, restaurant style kitchen and wifi throughout. Zane is a very gracious host, he even took us on the roof. Shhhh:) He was also extremely helpful in guiding us to local restaurants and attractions. I’m so glad we didn’t choose the B&B hop thing. This was truly a once in a lifetime experience for me and my family!
Dream vacation
An amazing place to vacation, we had a family group of 12 ages from 12 to 65. Zane was on site to greet us when we arrived, gave us a quick tour and some suggestions of some local places to visit. All of us were in awe of the castle and the property that it sits on. It was just beautiful and comfortable. Zane was just a phone call away for anything that we may have needed. Just think about it, a vacation in a castle, in Ireland, don’t get any better than that!
An amazing place to vacation, we had a family group of 12 ages from 12 to 65. Zane was on site to greet us when we arrived, gave us a quick tour and some suggestions of some local places to visit. All of us were in awe of the castle and the property that it sits on. It was just beautiful and comfortable. Zane was just a phone call away for anything that we may have needed. Just think about it, a vacation in a castle, in Ireland, don’t get any better than that!
A perfect holiday in a perfect place.
My group of 14 rents a place each year and the challenge is to top the year before. Lisheen Castle is now at the top of the list, which includes a chateau in Normandy, villas in Italy, a palace in Spain, and a castle in Austria. The host and the staff were wonderful, and the setting is something out of a story book. In short a great experience. Don’t hesitate. Go there.
My group of 14 rents a place each year and the challenge is to top the year before. Lisheen Castle is now at the top of the list, which includes a chateau in Normandy, villas in Italy, a palace in Spain, and a castle in Austria. The host and the staff were wonderful, and the setting is something out of a story book. In short a great experience. Don’t hesitate. Go there.