Charming Ariel House

We have heard so much about Ariel House. It was time for us to visit. 2 nights away with my husband. I couldn’t wait.

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We arrived on time for our reservation.  Greeted by Deirdre with a very friendly smile. Very efficent check in and shown to our room.  We were up graded to a Junior Suite. Thank you. The room was amazing. Lovely Four Poster bed, massive bathroom and lots of room for our luggage. Beautiful Waterford crystal chandeliers.

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The small touches really are very important. A nice card and tea and  coffee with treats awaited us. How cute are the cups?

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Fresh water, tea coffee and treats are available for all guests in the Victorian lobby.  Sitting here beside this piano and enjoying a lovely afternoon with my husband. Nothing is ever to much for the staff here. Nitin declared that the scones were the best he has ever tasted.

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The next morning a newspaper was sitting outside our bedroom door. (Again the small touches)
Breakfast  was flawless. No queueing at a buffet. An extensive breakfast menu. Loads of options for everyone. I decided to try the Veggie breakfast. Ariel House pride themselves on local and fresh. It really was one of the best breakfasts we have ever had. The orange juice was amazing.

We really did have a great stay and we are both looking forward to visiting again very soon.

Thank you Deirdre and team for a lovely break away and for the complimentary bread that I got to bring home.

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Afternoon Tea with Richard

I love when I get a chance to visit Virginia Park Lodge. When Richard first bought this amazing property I got a guided tour. The place was a mess and it needed alot of TLC. Over the last 16 months I have seen so many great changes. All amazing of course. He still has alot to do,  but my god what he has achieved in so little time. I’m very proud every time I visit.

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This trip was for Afternoon Tea. I couldn’t wait to spoil my friend. She recently got engaged and a girly day was needed. I knew she would love it here. The grounds are truely magical.

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Champagne and Sweet treats, kids for the afternoon. The place was full and everyone was enjoying .  Coffee and Tea topped up.  Very friendly local staff.

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We got a lovely tour of the newly refurbished bedrooms and the bridal Suite was just perfect. So much so that I want to get married again. 

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It was so nice to have Richard join us for Tea. I have always been a fan of Richards work and Poilosophy, ever since I can remember.  Food should be about “Who we are and where we are”

Thank you so much for having me again at your castle Richard. I’m looking forward to catching up again soon.