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Dreaming of a destination wedding in an authentic fairytale castle? Look no further than Ireland’s
Luttrellstown Castle Resort
Ireland’s most magical castle voted Europe’s Leading Luxury Wedding Resort at the World Travel Awards...
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. We recently visited this magical 600-year-old historical gem, and honestly, it mesmerized us from the moment we arrived.
The History of Luttrellstown Castle
Sir Geoffrey Luttrell bought the castle lands back in 1210, while on a mission for King John. Building did not begin until 1429, though. That year, King Henry IV granted landowners the right to build fortified houses. One of those houses still forms part of the castle today. The aristocratic Luttrell family then held the estate until 1811. In total, there have only been six owners over the centuries. One of them was the world-famous Guinness family. They owned the property between the 1910s and 1950s, and they shaped much of its story.
This castle has always been a playground for the rich and famous. Over the years, guests have included Prince Rainier and Princess Grace of Monaco, Fred Astaire, Paul Newman, and Ronald Reagan. Here is a fun fact for the starry-eyed among us. Luttrellstown also hosted David and Victoria Beckham’s wedding back in 1999!
Staying Inside Luttrellstown Castle Resort
Beyond the castle itself, the estate grounds include a world-renowned golf course and clubhouse. Staying here is an experience in its own right. After all, you do not often get an entire castle to yourself! The 20 suites carry names like “The Duchess of Cumberland” and “The Queen Victoria,” so no two rooms feel alike. Still, they all feel regal, thanks to modern furnishings and luxury touches throughout. You can also browse the property’s history on the official castle website.
If walls could talk, this castle would tell some incredible stories. On the day we wrapped our photoshoot, a full rainbow appeared in the field behind us. It arrived right after we snapped the final photo. Honestly, it felt like the perfect closing chapter. Luttrellstown was magic, indeed.
Adventures on the Estate
The resort also offers a host of private, on-site adventures for the nature lover in you. Options range from falconry to an authentic horse and hound experience. We tried the horse and hounds ourselves, and it was truly WOW-inducing. The animals and their expert handlers were incredible. As our editor-in-chief Angela Desveaux put it, “I have never witnessed a pack of dogs more behaved and in perfect control. It was truly a sight to behold.”
"One of my favourite locations in the castle was the incredible library. Original books line the shelves, and guests are welcome to sit with a coffee or a cocktail. From there, you can enjoy the atmosphere while overlooking the green fields and views. I could have spent all day in this space. What a great spot for a groom and his wedding party to relax and get some incredible portraits done before the I Do's! Talk about authenticy, mood, and history in one space." – Angela Desveaux
The castle has an extraordinary ballroom for weddings and events. The chandeliers are MAGNIFICENT and so are the original oil paintings that adorn the walls. This room overlooks the castle’s incredible green pastures. And did we mention the PERFECT lawn for an outdoor cocktail hour? The atmosphere in this room is just like the rest of the castle: decidedly decadent yet intimate at the same time. It had us channeling our inner Princess Bride. (Pic provided by Luttrellstown Castle Resort of a wedding reception that had previously been set up in the room.)
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