Cahernane House Hotel, an SLH Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in V93 E78W, Ireland, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Kerry Airport (KIR), 45-60 minutes. Best months: May, June, July, September.
Cahernane House Hotel, an SLH Hotel
Built in 1877, Cahernane House Hotel originated as a Victorian mansion and has been meticulously restored to preserve its period character while offering modern luxury.
About Cahernane House Hotel, an SLH Hotel
Built in 1877, Cahernane House Hotel originated as a Victorian mansion and has been meticulously restored to preserve its period character while offering modern luxury.
Set on 20 acres of private grounds overlooking Killarney's lakes and mountains, this SLH Hotel provides an aristocratic backdrop for celebrations that honor both heritage and contemporary elegance.
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One of the best stays I've been too! The hotel is gorgeous. The grounds are superb. Food was great as well! It is also a short drive to many amazing hiking and scenic driving spots. If we are ever in the area, WE WILL be staying here again.
Eric Gray · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 83 guests
- Smallest party taken
- 50 guests
Staying over
- Rooms
- 48 rooms
- Room types
- 3 listed
- Whole property to yourselves
- Yes
The ceremony
- Legal ceremony on site
- Yes
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
Money
- Price
- €175 to €240 per head
- Not included
- Rooms
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- KIR, 60 min by carAisle estimate
- Step-free access
- No
The spaces
- Setting
- Countryside, historic, elegantAisle estimate
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Victorian mansion constructed in 1877, restored to blend historic architecture with contemporary amenities
- 20 acres of private grounds with panoramic views of Killarney National Park and the MacGillycuddy's Reeks mountains
- Capacity for up to 150 guests across multiple event spaces including the Grand Ballroom and Library Room
- Four Seasons Restaurant and drawing rooms designed for intimate cocktails and receptions
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 15:00–18:00Guest arrivals; welcome reception in the drawing rooms
- 19:30Rehearsal dinner or casual welcome dinner
- 09:00–12:00Guest breakfast; beauty preparations in guest suites
- 14:00Ceremony on grounds or in Grand Ballroom
- 15:00–16:30Aperitifs and photography in gardens and mansion rooms
- 17:00Reception dinner and dancing in Four Seasons Restaurant/Ballroom
- 10:00Farewell breakfast; guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- KIR · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Kerry Airport.
- Typical total
- €15,000–35,000+Aisle estimate
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€15,000–€35,000+ (100-guest wedding, midseason)
- Ceremony fee
- IncludedAisle estimate
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Included with reception package
- Reception
- €95–150+ a headAisle estimate
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€95–€150+ (depending on menu and season)
- Room rate
- €200–400+ a nightAisle estimate
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€200–€400+ per room (rates vary by season)
- Weather window
- May – July
The months the weather is kindest, with September mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- (064) 663 1895
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies significantly by season, guest count, and selected menu. Venue hire and catering are customized. Contact hotel directly for detailed quotations.
Questions about the venue
What accommodations are available for wedding guests?+
The hotel features 38 individually designed bedrooms, including suites with period furnishings and modern amenities. Guests enjoy exclusive access to the grounds, drawing rooms, and full hotel facilities.
Can the venue accommodate outdoor ceremonies?+
Yes. The expansive grounds offer several scenic locations for outdoor ceremonies, with weather contingency options within the mansion's elegant indoor spaces.
What's included in wedding packages?+
Packages typically include ceremony space, reception facilities, tables and chairs, house linens, and coordination services. Catering menus are customized with the Four Seasons Restaurant culinary team.
Is there parking available?+
Yes, ample private parking is available for guests throughout the 20-acre estate.
How far is the venue from Killarney town center?+
Cahernane House is located approximately 2.5 miles from Killarney town, a 10-minute drive, providing privacy while remaining accessible for guest amenities.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 83 guests
“Our wedding venue can accommodate up to 83 guests for dinner and requirements are individually tailored for the most personalised experience.”
Read the source for seated dinnerSmallest party taken: 50 guests
“Based on minimum numbers of 50 guests taking exclusive use of the hotel.”
Read the source for smallest party takenRooms: 48 rooms
“Cahernane House Hotel boasts 48 luxurious bespoke guestrooms, each features decadent wallpaper, plush headboards, original antique furniture, beautiful sash windows, and elegant mouldings.”
Read the source for roomsRoom types: 3 listed
“Guests can choose from three luxurious room types: Manor House Rooms with historic character, Garden Wing Rooms offering tranquillity and comfort, and modern Coach House Suites with extra space and privacy.”
Read the source for room typesWhole property to yourselves: Yes
“The entire hotel and gardens are available for exclusive use and can be hired privately for the duration of your event.”
Read the source for whole property to yourselvesLegal ceremony on site: Yes
“We are approved to host civil ceremonies and blessings on site with a choice of ceremony spaces available – The conservatory with its panoramic views of Killarney National Park, The Library Room or Drawing Room in our Manor House with antique furniture and open log fires or the great outdoors, closer to nature.”
Read the source for legal ceremony on siteOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“Perhaps you prefer to be closer to nature and would like a ceremony in the great outdoors on the grounds of our private estate.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIn-house catering: Yes
“Here at Cahernane, our long standing reputation as an exceptional food destination is testament to the superb kitchen team, adeptly managed by Head Chef Cormac Vesey.”
Read the source for in-house cateringPrice: €175 to €240 per head
“Inclusive package of €175 per guest to include the following:”
Read the source for priceNot included: Rooms
“The accommodation is not included in the price.”
Read the source for not includedStep-free access: No
“No, unfortunately we don’t have any fully wheelchair accessible rooms.”
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