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12 bedrooms in the main house + 14 self catering 2 bedroom lodges.
Located in Ireland’s Ancient East nestled beneath the Blackstairs Mountains close to the picturesque village of Ballon, just 17km from Carlow town sits the enchanting 19th century Ballykealey House set in sweeping lush pastures. Built on gracious living of an elegant past today Ballykealey House combines that history with every modern convenience.
The former Lecky family home, today under new ownership and following extensive refurbishment guests will enjoy the relaxed and refined atmosphere of Ballykealey House.
Ballykealey House is your perfect location to celebrate your wedding day. Built in the 19th century arising from the marriage proposal of John James Lecky to Sarah Lucia Smith. Built with love; today offers a picturesque and enchanting venue for couples seeking a unique venue to host their wedding.
Exclusive use of the venue is available for couples would like the venue to themselves, but this is not a requirement to host your wedding in Ballykealey House.
We welcome you and your guests to your drinks reception in the manor house or weather permitting in one of our outdoor locations.
We can hold up to 250 people in our ballroom suite. For smaller wedding celebrations we have the magnificent Oak Room with original Tudor architecture and magnificent oak carved panels and Cobden Suite both offer something different depending on your numbers.
The manor house has 12 individually appointed rooms and 14 self-catering lodges, providing accommodation for 95 guests onsite, we also work closely with local accommodation transport suppliers all within 15 minutes of Ballykealey House to ensure all your guests are looked after.
Ballykealey provides the perfect backdrop and diversity in every season for wonderful photographs that you will have forever.
Situated just outside the picturesque village of Ballon, Co Carlow just one hour south of Dublin, getting married in the house or in the local church or indeed in Dublin and travelling down after the ceremony, are all viable options.
