Rooms
Rooms at the Hunter's Yard are bright, modern and spacious. The 93 rooms feature elegant decor with muted tones and contemporary wildlife art on the walls, as well as plush headboards and subtle equestrian accents. All rooms are equipped with modern conveniences, such as built-in bedside reading lights, a flat-screen TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, and tea and coffee making facilities. Furthermore, some rooms offer a small French balcony with views of the interior courtyard.
Location
Hunter's Yard is set in the expansive Mount Juliet estate which is located approximately half an hour outside Kilkenny in the southeast of Ireland. The River Nore and a number of walking and riding trails wind through the vast grounds which form the second largest working estate in Ireland.
Food and drink
Casual cuisine is served at The Hound in an attractive, rustic setting featuring exposed stone walls and wooden beams. More formal fine dining is available at the Michelin-starred Lady Helen in the main house, which serves an award-winning, internationally inspired dinner. The estate also features two bars — the Saddle Bar at Hunter’s Yard and Major’s Bar located in the traditional manor house.
Families
Mount Juliet offers a warm welcome to families and provides a baby concierge service for parents with children under three. There is also a family nature trail, child-oriented fishing, golf and riding lessons, cinema nights and family hours at the swimming pool.
Facilities and activities
The vast Mount Juliet estate offers a plethora of activities. Along with a swimming pool, sauna and spa, the hotel is renowned for its advanced equestrian centre and its Jack Nicklaus designed golf course. There is also a golf academy on site as well as tennis and croquet courts and options for falconry, fishing and archery.