20 Beautiful Castles in Ireland to Inspire Your Next Trip

"First constructed in 1185 and rebuilt in the Gothic style in the mid-19th century, this ancestral home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire sits on the banks of the Blackwater River in the town of Lismore, County Waterford. Its elaborate gardens and a contemporary art gallery are open to the public during the day, while the castle itself is sometimes available to rent in its entirety — the property has 15 bedrooms and can accommodate up to 27 guests." - Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines