Seafort Luxury Hideaway
Seafort Luxury Hideaway is a restored 19th-century coastal estate that originally functioned as a private manor house before its elegant transformation into a five-star hotel.
Seafort Luxury Hideaway is a hotel destination wedding venue in Co. Cork, Ireland, hosting up to 150 guests (Aisle estimate) in the $$$ price range, reached from Cork Airport (ORK), 45 minutes. Best months: January, May, June, September.
About Seafort Luxury Hideaway
Seafort Luxury Hideaway is a restored 19th-century coastal estate that originally functioned as a private manor house before its elegant transformation into a five-star hotel.
Perched on the dramatic cliffs of Co.
Cork, this meticulously preserved property maintains its period architecture while offering contemporary luxury amenities.
With a 4.9/5 Google rating, it has become one of Ireland's most sought-after wedding destinations.
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This is a gem of a guesthouse, with a spectacular view of Bantry Bay, lovely rooms and the best home cooked breakfast we’ve had while touring Ireland. I strongly recommend a stay here!
Vivian Martin · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Money
- Price
- €15,000 to €30,000 for the whole property, per nightAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- ORK, 45 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Built in 1847 as a private coastal residence; underwent full restoration in 2015 preserving original stonework and Victorian architectural details
- Capacity for up to 150 guests across multiple event spaces with unobstructed Atlantic Ocean views
- 22-room luxury accommodation on-site allowing guests to stay overnight without leaving the grounds
- Private cliff-top ceremony locations with natural amphitheater formations and protected landing areas
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 6:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome drinks on Ocean Terrace
- 11:00 AMGuest breakfast in dining room; rehearsal runs at cliff-top ceremony site
- 2:30 PMBride and groom preparation in dedicated suites (separate floors)
- 4:00 PMCeremony begins at cliff-top pavilion
- 5:15 PMCocktail reception in Ocean Gallery; group photos on grounds
- 7:00 PMReception dinner in Grand Ballroom; first dances and toasts
- 10:00 PMEvening entertainment and dancing; late-night supper service
- 8:00 AM - 11:00 AMFull Irish breakfast; guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- ORK · about 45 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Cork Airport.
- Weather window
- May – June
The months the weather is kindest, with January and September mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- (027) 51748
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
What is the earliest date I can book?+
Seafort operates on a 18-month advance booking system. Contact their events team at events@seafort.ie to check availability.
Are outdoor ceremonies weather-protected?+
The primary cliff-top ceremony site has an elegant glass pavilion option that can be deployed within 2 hours if conditions warrant protection.
Can we arrange a private hotel buyout?+
Yes. Full property exclusivity (all 22 rooms) is available for weddings of 80+ guests. Custom packages available upon inquiry.
What is included in accommodation rates?+
Rooms include full Irish breakfast, spa access, and welcome cocktail. Complimentary shuttle runs between ceremony and reception venues until midnight.
Are there ceremony alternatives if weather is severe?+
The Great Hall holds 120 people and features floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the ocean. This space converts to ceremony configuration in 3 hours.
Could this be your venue?
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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.