Ballyseede Castle – A Storybook Retreat in County Kerry
In the heart of the Kingdom of Kerry, Ballyseede Castle blends 16th-century history with 21st-century comfort, nestled among 30 acres of woodland and manicured gardens. Travel from Dublin Airport the quiet way with Viptransfer.ie: your chauffeur-driven car follows a scenic route through the Midlands and past the limestone hills of Limerick before entering the stately tree-lined driveway guarded by stone lions—arriving rested and ready for afternoon tea or a stroll with the castle’s legendary Irish wolfhounds.
Snapshot for Planners
- Distance: approx. 315 km
- Typical drive: about 3 hours 10 minutes via M7 and N21
- Optional detour: Adare Heritage Village (5 min off-route)
Fleet Highlights
- Mercedes S-Class Long Wheelbase (up to 3 passengers, 2 large suitcases) – €670 one-way
- Mercedes Viano 7-seater (up to 7 passengers, 7 suitcases) – €610 one-way
- A 20-minute comfort break is included as standard
Accolades & Distinctions
- Gold Level Sustainability Certificate 2024 – Fifty Shades Greener
- Best Castle Wedding Venue 2025 – Save My Date Awards
- Virgin Business Gold Medal Awards 2024 – Short-listed: Ireland’s Favourite Place to Stay
- Best Place to Stay in Munster – Regional Tourism Excellence Awards
Moments Not to Miss
- A warm welcome from resident Irish wolfhounds Joe and Dolan
- Afternoon tea in the Georgian drawing room—don’t miss the rhubarb scones
- Dinner in the elegant O’Connell Restaurant or a pint by the fire in Pappy’s Bar
- Walk the oak-lined drive into Ballyseedy Woods or a 9-kilometre Slí na Sláinte loop
- Starting point of the Kerry Camino – pilgrim trail from Tralee to Dingle
Your Chauffeur Route
Let your driver handle tolls, navigation and Tralee traffic while you enjoy the changing scenery—from Dublin’s open plains to Kerry’s rich green dairy country.
Optional stop in Adare: add €60 for 1 hour or €100 for 2 hours to enjoy photos, coffee and heritage thatched cottages.
Around the Corner
- Tralee Town Park and the Kerry County Museum – 10 minutes
- Aqua Dome – family-friendly tropical water park – 12 minutes
- Dingle Peninsula – Slea Head Drive and dolphin legends – 45 minutes
- Killarney National Park – lakes, forests and mountain views – 30 minutes
- Inch Beach – five kilometres of golden sand on the edge of Dingle Bay – 40 minutes
Smooth Drives, Exceptional Destinations
Ballyseede Castle is a storybook stop on custom itineraries linking Dublin with Dingle, Killarney or the Wild Atlantic Way. Whether you need a one-way transfer or a private driver for several days, Viptransfer.ie combines competitive pricing with quiet professionalism—getting you there in comfort, not ceremony.