Ashford Castle stole our hearts! The castle itself...

Ashford Castle stole our hearts! The castle itself is expertly decorated...from the lit fireplaces to the fresh flowers, grandiose chandeliers, and perfectly matching wallpaper and furniture. Every corner and hallway was worth exploring. We loved the billiards room and cigar terrace - which was adorned with wool blankets, leather couches, and lamps. The breakfast was decadent, in fact...the onsite food throughout our stay was nothing short of impressive. The grounds and gardens are perfectly maintained and we most enjoyed the clay pigeon shooting, spa, and relaxation pool (although I wish we had time to do more activities). The staff were incredibly helpful and kind, I found myself wanting to hug them upon our departure. Thank you for everything - we can't WAIT to come back!