Seven Reasons You Should Stay At… Carton House, Maynooth

Carton House is best known for its golfing facilities but it also has an incredible spa and delicious dining options including Afternoon Tea. Whether you and your other half fancy a weekend away or you want to take the family out for the day, Carton House is definitely worth the trip. Here’s why…                                                                                                  1. Beautiful Setting Carton House is simply breath-taking and manages to mix modern furnishings with traditional décor to create a simplistic but welcoming atmosphere. The deluxe suites overlook the picturesque grounds themselves which are something to behold and explore. 2. Carton Spa Using products from luxury Parisian brand Darphin (it's like heaven in a bottle) and with a fantastic range of treatments on offer, this is definitely one of the highlights of the establishment. From massages to reflexology, Carton Spa caters to all your needs within relaxing surroundings. In other words, you won't want to leave! 3. Great Sports Facilities As well as two world class golf courses, there are two outdoor tennis courts and football pitches on site. Guests can also avail of the gymnasium (consisting of cardio machines along with a weights room) and 18-metre swimming pool. 4. Other Activities If sports aren’t your thing, there are walking and cycling trails which cater for all fitness levels. Located behind the main house, Xtreme.ie provides another experience for team-building days (includes off-road driving and zip-lining). 5. Good Food From the award-winning Linden Tree restaurant to The Kitchen Bar, you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to dining at Carton House. Be it a romantic dinner with your other half or a quick bite to eat after a tiring round of golf, there is something for every occasion. 6. Afternoon Tea Whether you are just there for the day or staying for a weekend, Afternoon Tea is an absolute must with a range of sandwiches, miniature desserts and scones to satisfy your appetite (the desserts are divine and yes, we ate them ALL). If you want to make it extra special, there is also the option of champagne. 7. Accessibility Carton House is located just outside the quaint town of Maynooth which has an array of restaurants and bars to keep you entertained. It is also less than half an hour away, by car that is, from Dublin which is an added bonus. The full catalogue of Darphin treatments is now available at The Carton Spa. From the Girly Day Package and the Golfers Rejuvenation Package to the romantic Couples Package offering the ultimate in quality time, the Carton Spa has something to suit all needs and tastes. Some of the new treatments on offer include the Deep Harmony Full Body Massage (RRP €95 / 55 minutes) and the Nourishing Facial (RRP €95 / 55 minutes). To find out more about Carton House and their facilities, please visit the website here.