Stay at Ballyrafter

Front entrance of a house with a blue door, potted white flowers on either side of the door, small trees in black planters, outdoor lanterns, and stone steps leading up to the door.

Make our
House, yours

With ten bedrooms, rolling green gardens, and the Knockmealdowns as your backdrop, Ballyrafter House provides an intimate setting made for meaningful moments. Host your ceremony outdoors or in our charming country house, dine with friends and family in the garden or dining room, and dance the night away in our old restored bar.

Whether it’s a full weekend of celebration or a simple, beautiful day, we’ll help you make it your own.

  • Exclusive hire of the house and 15-acre grounds

  • Restored bar perfect for drinks, music & dancing

  • Space for up to 10 couples to stay onsite

  • In-house dining or outdoor feasting options

  • Ideal for relaxed, intimate weddings with personality

  • Local suppliers & planning support if needed

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A large white house with an enclosed porch, surrounded by lush green grass and trees, with a partly cloudy blue sky overhead.

Any questions?

Our team want to make sure your stay makes Ballyrafter feel as home to you as it does to us. From what to do in the local area, to local excursions, to opening times for our bars and kitchens, check out the FAQ page below

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Open door leading to a lush green outdoor landscape with trees and a building visible in the background.
Large white house with a conservatory, surrounded by green trees and a well-maintained lawn, under a partly cloudy sky.
A cozy bedroom with dark patterned wallpaper, two windows with beige curtains, a brass bed, a wooden dresser, a small wooden bench, a mirror, and a television.
Bright greenhouse with large windows, flowerpots with colorful flowers on window sills, round table with red and white tablecloth, blue chairs around the table, white sofa in the background, terracotta floor, and greenery outside.
Lush green golf course with neatly mowed grass, surrounded by trees and a white fence in the background under cloudy sky.
Front entrance of a house with blue double doors, potted plants with white and red flowers, two wall-mounted lanterns, and steps leading up to the door.
Interior of a vintage hotel lobby featuring wooden wall paneling, a staircase with a red and gold patterned carpet, floral arrangements, and decorative items.
Open blue door overlooking a lush green garden with trees and grass, and a distant building in the background.
Stone steps leading to a home with a blue door and black outdoor lanterns. Potted plants with flowers and small trees decorate the entrance.
A large white two-story house with a gray roof, large windows, and a blue front door, surrounded by a green lawn, trees, and a glass greenhouse on the right side, on a sunny day with a partly cloudy sky.
A cozy bedroom with dark patterned wallpaper, two windows with beige curtains, a brass bed frame, a wooden side table, a small dresser or TV stand, and a TV.

Recent reviews

“Breakfast was amazingly good ... All fresh and cooked to order. The dining room overlooked the beautiful manicured gardens. Our room looked over on the castle. The service of host Mike and Anne Marie was flawless.”

“Small family run hotel - felt homely and welcoming. Everyone was friendly and kind. Breakfast was fresh and delicious.”

“Great place to stay if you’re ever in the Lismore area. Very quiet. Beautiful gardens. Amazing staff.”

A wooden table with books and a potted plant near a large window overlooking a garden with trees.
Stone steps leading to a house with a blue door, black lanterns, potted plants with flowers and small trees, and a checkered tiled patio.
Sunlit greenhouse with a round table covered by a red and white checkered tablecloth, surrounded by blue chairs, and decorated with potted flowers along the windows and outside views of trees and greenery.

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A wooden bar with a mirror, liquor bottles, glassware, shakers, and a sign that reads 'Baby Ray's Tap House' reflected in the mirror.
A close-up of a dried flower bouquet with various colorful flowers and grasses on a wooden surface.