|
The extensive gardens were designed by Lancelot "Capability" Brown, one of the few in
Ireland. They offer that charm and
seclusion that one expects to find at the end of a mile long avenue.
The large walled garden has a south facing aspect - and here grows and ripens a Fig tree. The garden also provides soft fruits, herbs, vegetables and cut flowers for the house.
However, there is still much work to be done in the restoration of these gardens.
Now for
the History: Castle Grove was built in 1695 by the Grove family, who came here in 1656; however, the original was burnt during the
siege of Londonderry in 1690. It was here also that the famous Daniel O'Connell was introduced to the powers that be; that led to him being an elected MP at the time. Castle Grove also had a big influence in the life of General Richard Montgomery who's fame still lives on - the American War of Independence. During famine times the Groves both fed and educated all
tenant families. We all enjoy the welcoming atmosphere that lives on from such generosity and is complimented by the "Cead Mile Failte" that awaits you to make your stay a memorable one. Castle Grove is a "must" when in the North-West, the most beautiful and
un-spoilt part of Ireland with it's magnificent beaches - "Up here its Different".
|
|
|
 |
|
