Cliff at Lyons, Kildare: Relax in a rustic rural retreat

"...a jaw-droppingly gorgeous property with my stay hitting all the hospitality highs from its wonderful accommodation, fine food options and its pretty dreamy spa..."

The cottage bedrooms at Cliff at Lyons

Think of the five-star accommodation Cliff Group and the Cliff House in Ardmore, one of Munster’s most sought reservations, immediately springs to mind. But have you ever thought of a break at the group’s more unheralded offering, the Cliff at Lyons? Set in what was once of the country’s most magnificent working demesnes, the Cliff at Lyons in Kildare has been building its reputation as one of the finest escapes in the country, so I recently headed to the property to rate its offerings.

First impressions