Nestled in one of the most picturesque areas of West Ireland, you’ll find enchanting Ballynahinch Castle Hotel. Before becoming the luxurious hotel that it is today, it had an intriguing history worthy of a Hollywood movie.
First Impressions of Ballynahinch Castle
The journey to Ballynahinch is incredibly scenic. As you drive through the extensive grounds, you feel a mounting sense of excitement. The ivy-clad building may not have a moat or drawbridge but in every other aspect it’s a fairytale place. Knock on the door and you’re instantly given the warmest Irish welcome. Ballynahinch is the former home of Ranjitsinhji, Maharaja of Nawanagar, or Prince Ranji as he affectionately became known. Born in 1872, he was an accomplished cricketeer, batting for the English team. He was the first head of state to visit the Irish Free State and also loved fly fishing, so bought Ballynahinch to pursue his hobby. He never married or had children though he doted on his nephews and nieces and sent many of them to boarding school in Ireland. Some say that he was in love with an Irish girl, Edith Borrisow but in those times, interracial marriages were frowned upon. Accommodation at Ballynahinch Castle
Our Riverside Suite was in the new part of the building at the far end, so extremely peaceful. There was a huge bedroom and a separate lounge, both with beautiful bay windows. The four poster bed was so romantic…
Although the highlight could well be this view of the S...