A long winding avenue of mature oak and beech trees leads you to Ballymakeigh House which is a very simple yet elegant 400 year old creeper clad farmhouse set in the rich farmlands of east Cork.

It is best described in John McKennas 100 best places to stay in Ireland as

"A Simple Comfort Zone"


With its neutral tones, lots of quirky antiques, lovely prints interspersed with paintings from artists like Arthur Maderson,Ivan Sutton ,Aonghus Martin Comfortable furnishings. he described it to a tee.

Once you walk in the door of the conservatory you will immediately feel at home because Ballymakeigh is a fun, relaxing sort of place which is very difficult to find in today’s hectic world.


Michael and Margaret are superb hosts, absolutely irrepressible, and like nothing more than a little bit of hilarity.


Experiences awaiting you ..........

Irish lifestyle, Farm Walks, Tennis, Wildlife, Intimate Dinners, Great Wines, Delicious Food, Evening Scented Garden, Lively Conversations, Interesting People, Peace!