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80m euro Carton House Hotel opens
The 80m euro (£54m) transformation of the Carton House country estate in Co. Kildare, Ireland, into a hotel, has been completed.
The house was originally built by Robert Fitzgerald – the 19th Earl of Kildare – in 1739, but 18 period-style bedrooms and 147 contemporary bedrooms as well as two restaurants and three bars have been added by new owner Clarion Hotels.
It also boasts two golf courses; a gym and leisure suite with a swimming pool, sauna and steamroom; outdoor pursuits such as archery and 4x4 off-roading; a Molten Brown spa and conference and events facilities. Details: www.cartonhouse.com