Manor Echoes & Coastal Greens – Dublin to Castlemartyr Resort
East Cork’s Castlemartyr Resort pairs a refined 18th‑century manor house with the ivy‑clad ruins of an 800‑year‑old castle. Travel the quiet way from Dublin Airport with Viptransfer.ie: your chauffeur‑driven car glides south past golden pasture and limestone ridges before rolling through the estate’s beech‑lined avenue—leaving you rested and ready for a spa treatment, a round of golf or a stroll beneath ancient trees.
Snapshot for Planners
- Distance: approx. 265 km
- Typical drive: approx. 2 h 45 min (M7 → M8 → N25)
- Optional detour: Rock of Cashel (≈ 10 min off‑route)
Fleet Highlights & Pricing
- Premium Sedan – Mercedes S‑Class LWB (3 passengers / 2 large suitcases): €565 one‑way
- Mercedes MPV – V‑Class (7 passengers / 7 suitcases): €515 one‑way
- 20‑minute comfort break included
Accolades & Distinctions
- Gold Medal Awards 2021 – Best 5‑Star Spa Experience
- Tatler Spa Awards 2022 – Highly Commended, Best Spa in Munster
- Irish Hotel Awards 2022 – Best 5‑Star Hotel & Best Spa Experience
- Historic Hotels Worldwide – member since 2022, recognising the estate’s Templar origins
Moments Not to Miss
- Horse‑drawn carriage rides through 220 acres of parkland and lakes
- The Ron Kirby championship golf course weaving past castle walls
- Signature ESPA rituals in the award‑winning spa and vitality pool
- Dinner in the manor’s wood‑panelled Knights Bar or Italian‑inspired Terra
- Early‑morning walks to the 13th‑century Keep, still echoing with Norman legends
Your Chauffeur Route
Let your driver manage motorway tolls and Cork traffic while you watch the scenery change from Dublin’s plains to south‑coast dairy country.
Rock of Cashel stop‑over: add €60 (1 h) or €100 (2 h) for a photo, coffee and medieval lore beneath St Patrick’s Cross.
Around the Corner
- Midleton – Jameson Distillery tour & tastings (10 min)
- Ballycotton – cliff‑top loop with lighthouse views (25 min)
- Cobh – Titanic Heritage Centre and harbour cafés (30 min)
- Fota Wildlife Park – family‑friendly safari trails (25 min)
- Youghal – Blue‑Flag beaches and town walls (20 min)
Effortless Drives, Exceptional Destinations
Castlemartyr is an indulgent pause on private itineraries linking Dublin with West Cork, Killarney or the Wild Atlantic Way. Whether you need a single transfer or a multi‑day driver at your disposal, Viptransfer.ie pairs competitive pricing with quiet professionalism—getting you there in comfort, not ceremony.