Testimonials

You offered the Castle as our home and then made us feel welcome enough to believe it. All of the staff at the Castle could not have been more welcoming and accommodating. Our wishes were not only fulfilled but anticipated. Denis was wonderful to work with us as were Sean and Leonard. Everyone who was there to help could not have done more to make us all so happy. It was a week full of joyous memories and I thank you all.

To be immersed in the heritage, tradition and art of Lismore Castle has simply been dreamy. The graciousness, warmth and care during our stay was unparalleled. I have been so honoured to be a guest here. To Denis and all his staff members, a heartfelt thanks for your kindness and care. You are gentleman and made me feel so welcome. I will never forget the prestige of singing in Pugin Hall and dancing with the Booley dancers I look forward to returning in the future

To all the Lismore staff, I cannot begin to express our gratitude for your kind hospitality and your impeccable service during our stay at the Castle. Our family is forever transformed by the experience. We look forward to our next visit with our Irish family in the future.

When we think of Ireland, we will forever think of Lismore Castle and the amazing time we had. Thank you, thank you for the “key” to your castle. This is a very special place stuffed by thoughtful and kind people. We hope to return!

Lismore Castle- great family, great friends in a wonderful setting: A memory of a lifetime. We really enjoyed our time here these past few days. What a way to mark a new beginning of our new chapter. Thank you to all the staff making this experience unique.

One just has to take a look at the visitors’ book to get a handle on what I mean. There is Lucian Freud (the worst handwriting of the lot), Diana Mosley (another Mitford sister, who married Britain’s most infamous fascist), poet John Betjeman, writer Patrick Leigh Fermor, photographer Cecil Beaton and actor Dominic West. There are earls, dukes and other royals; there are soccer stars and rock stars. A young J.F.K. came to stay. There is Fred Astaire, his signature followed by a note from his sister, Adele, who lived at Lismore from 1936 to 1944 with her husband, Lord Charles Cavendish, younger brother of the tenth duke. “I thought he’d never leave,” Adele wrote in her delicate hand, beneath a missive from her brother. It would take days, weeks to discover every detail of this house. For this reason alone, Lismore is the best rental of its kind—utterly authentic. (Departures Magazine)

We cannot thank you enough for making our second time at Lismore so very special. The staff and the food were incredible. Hope to visit you again.

Thank you for the most spectacular once in a lifetime trip. The hospitality was fantastic, and everyone went above and beyond.

Another successful Lismore Trip that was only made possible with the amazing support of the Castle Staff and Crew. Thank you ever so much for being as awesome as you are.

To the wonderful Lismore team, we had a marvellous visit with great hopes that we will return.

Felt like Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz when she clicks her heels together saying There is no place like home. My feeling exactly on entering Lismore and feeling at home.

What a wonderful magical memorable week so great to have the family together Thanks to Denis and the incredible staff for making our time at Lismore the best trip ever.

Another wonderful week at Lismore, we will miss waking up to the views out of the Upper Tower, exploring the Castle and the wonderful gardens that just get better every year. Memories that we will cherish for many years to come. A special thank you to the attentive and caring staff for the magical experience. We are already anticipating our return.

An incredible experience everything was first rate. The staff are exceptional, the food magnificent and the views also magnificent. This will be an indelible memory.

Please give everyone another round of thanks and appreciation for their wildly wonderful efforts. I realize we see only the tip of the pyramid as far as staff efforts. Here’s to all the behind-the-scenes management, tasks and coordination that go on!! We are simply bursting with wonderful memories of our visit and imagining a time we can return.

An experience of a lifetime and a memory to cherish for the rest of our lives. Thank God for the beautiful weather but the Duke of Devonshire and all the staff for everything else and making this such a memorable weekend. No Hotel in the world could compare to the special place that Lismore Castle is to stay in.

Our stay at Lismore Castle was nothing short of extraordinary we are extremely grateful for being able to enjoy the Castle experience. Our biggest thanks go to the staff who have been incredible and have made us feel at home. The art, the history and the wonderful landscape are very special thank you for sharing it with us.

We are taking with us the most extraordinary memories; every room’s different personality shared its history and secrets with us. From the moment you step onto the grounds and into the Castle your life changes forever. The creaking of the floors, the ticking of the clock, the smell of the fireplace and the colours of the walls ignite the senses. We will miss the staff the most, service was impeccable. Thank you for sharing your home with us.