Welcome to Fernhill Hotel & Estate

A family-run country house in Clonakilty, West Cork.

A Fourth generation run Georgian Country House in Clonakilty, the heart of West Cork, offering luxury accommodation, renowned dining experience, a tranquil experience just minutes from the Wild Atlantic Way.
Our historic mansion is surrounded by beautifully landscaped private gardens, providing a peaceful countryside retreat while remaining close to Clonakilty town centre and West Cork’s stunning coastline.
Fernhill Hotel & Estate offers timeless elegance, exceptional hospitality, and a truly memorable experience.

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Family run hotel with a strong reputation

Best historic wedding venue in Europe

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Locally sourced food

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At Fernhill Hotel & Estate, your stay is about more than just a room. Set within West Cork along the Wild Atlantic Way, Fernhill combines elegant accommodation, award winning gardens, locally sourced food and genuine Irish hospitality.
Our bedrooms blend modern comfort with the character and charm of the estate, creating a relaxing break whether you are visiting for a wedding, a golden years break, or escape to the countryside…

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2 Nights B&B Golden Years Special Offer

Experience the best of golden years breaks in Cork with our special offer for actively retired guests. Fernhill Hotel in Clonakilty is the perfect place to explore Clonakilty on the Wild Atlantic Way.

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3 Nights B&B & One Evening Meal Golden Years Offer

Indulge in a 3-night stay with one evening meal at our charming hotel in Clonakilty, with a package that blends relaxation, fine dining, and exploration.

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2 Nights B&B & One Evening Meal Golden Years Special Offer

Indulge in a 2-night and one evening meal stay at our charming hotel in Clonakilty. Enjoy the best of golden years breaks in Cork with our special package.

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Experience the best breaks in Cork with our special offers. Situated in the charming town of Clonakilty on the Wild Atlantic Way, our hotel breaks provide a delightful blend of relaxation and discovery.

  • Spacious rooms with heritage charm
  • Garden estate tranquillity
  • Warm, personal hospitality
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“Gorgeous hotel, very comfy beds, staff were exceptionally helpful and friendly. Beautiful gardens and delicious food. Only a few minutes from the town centre. Will happily stay here again.”
Louise
“We loved the gardens. We had dinner in the restaurant one evening and it was delicious, a real taste of West Cork. We had a fabulous time. Will return again.”
Rosanna
“The staff were friendly and efficient. There was a lovely atmosphere in the hotel, the gardens are a joy. We really enjoyed our stay will definitely return x.”
Jerry
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Fernhill Wedding

At Fernhill House, we know how special this time in your life is, and we’re here to help you celebrate in the most memorable way.

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Extraordinary Gardens

The O’Neill family have restored the opulent gardens of Fernhill House. Designed by famous gardener Mary Reynolds,

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At Fernhill House Hotel & Gardens, your comfort is at the heart of everything we do. We know a memorable stay.

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Providing good food has been a tradition at Fernhill since the Georgian mansion house was supplied with the very best produce

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About Fernhill Hotel & Estate

A Family Legacy at Fernhill Hotel & Estate, Clonakilty

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For generations, the O’Neill family and our dedicated team have welcomed guests to Fernhill House Hotel & Estate, an award winning country house hotel in the heart of Clonakilty, West Cork. Hospitality is not simply our profession, it is our family tradition.
As a proudly family run hotel in West Cork, we believe the difference is in the detail. From the warm greeting to our guests on arrival to the attentive service throughout your stay, every experience at Fernhill is personal, thoughtful and genuine. Many of our guests return year after year, to celebrate their dream wedding, to celebrate milestones, gather with loved ones, or simply to escape to the peaceful beauty of the West Cork countryside.

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An Ideal Present for Birthdays, Anniversaries and Weddings

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The gin is inspired by our gardens and our gardens reflect the natural beauty of West Cork.

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Gallery Image - Autumn weddings at Fernhill. Say “I do” in The Fernery, with views of the gardens as the leaves begin to turn. A beautiful setting to share your vows, surrounded by family and friends. After the ceremony, enjoy drinks and canapés with your guests before heading into Fernhill’s gardens for photographs among the autumn colours. If you’re dreaming of an autumn wedding, we’d love to welcome you for a viewing. Enquire through our website at www.fernhillestate.ie #fernhillhotelandestate #irishweddingvenue #clonakilty
Autumn weddings at Fernhill. Say “I do” in The Fernery, with views of the gardens as the leaves begin to turn. A beautiful setting to share your vows, surrounded by family and friends. After the ceremony, enjoy drinks and canapés with your guests before heading into Fernhill’s gardens for photographs among the autumn colours. If you’re dreaming of an autumn wedding, we’d love to welcome you for a viewing. Enquire through our website at www.fernhillestate.ie #fernhillhotelandestate #irishweddingvenue #clonakilty
Gallery Image - Autumn at Fernhill, and apple picking is in full swing. Michael Snr and Theresa have been out in the gardens picking this season’s apples, ready to be enjoyed by our guests. Our apples are used throughout the hotel, and we also leave some out for resident guests to help themselves, with our compliments. If you’re staying with us, be sure to try one. #fernhillhotelandestate #westcork #irelandsbluebook
Autumn at Fernhill, and apple picking is in full swing. Michael Snr and Theresa have been out in the gardens picking this season’s apples, ready to be enjoyed by our guests. Our apples are used throughout the hotel, and we also leave some out for resident guests to help themselves, with our compliments. If you’re staying with us, be sure to try one. #fernhillhotelandestate #westcork #irelandsbluebook
Gallery Image - Fernhill Hotel & Estate has been named among Ireland’s Best Hotels in the Irish Independent’s Hot 100 Hotels for 2026. We’re delighted to be included in this year’s list by @poloconghaile. In the year we celebrate 200 years of Fernhill House, this is lovely recognition for everyone who helps make Fernhill such a special place to visit. A big thank you to our team for the care they put into every guest’s experience, and to our guests who continue to choose Fernhill for their celebrations and breaks away. Congratulations to all the hotels featured. It’s wonderful to see Clonakilty so well represented. @poloconghaile @indo.ie_travel #IndoHot100 #fernhillhotelandestate #clonakilty #westcork
Fernhill Hotel & Estate has been named among Ireland’s Best Hotels in the Irish Independent’s Hot 100 Hotels for 2026. We’re delighted to be included in this year’s list by @poloconghaile. In the year we celebrate 200 years of Fernhill House, this is lovely recognition for everyone who helps make Fernhill such a special place to visit. A big thank you to our team for the care they put into every guest’s experience, and to our guests who continue to choose Fernhill for their celebrations and breaks away. Congratulations to all the hotels featured. It’s wonderful to see Clonakilty so well represented. @poloconghaile @indo.ie_travel #IndoHot100 #fernhillhotelandestate #clonakilty #westcork
Gallery Image - Special Offers at Fernhill Hotel & Estate Explore our upcoming Autumn and Winter Escapes, along with our November Four-Night Special, each thoughtfully put together with everything you need for a relaxing stay at Fernhill. Enjoy good food, comfortable accommodation and time to discover Clonakilty and West Cork. All offers include: • A West Cork breakfast each morning • A three-course evening meal • A complimentary welcome drink • Handmade Fernhill biscuits in your room • A complimentary history of the house and garden tour • And more To find out more about our special offers, visit our website www.fernhillestate.ie #fernhillestate #irelandsbluebook #westcork This Autumn, enjoy a relaxing 2 night break with one evening meal at Fernhill and discover West Cork as the seasons begin to change. 2 Night B&B with One Evening Meal Autumn Offer From €456 for 2 adults sharing This November, enjoy a relaxing 4 night break with evening meal each night at Fernhill Hotel & Estate and discover West Cork before the festive rush begins. 4 Nights B&B and 4 Evening Meals November Special Arrive Sunday 8th November and depart Thursday 12th November. From €1120 for 2 adults sharing This Winter, enjoy a relaxing 2 night break with one evening meal at Fernhill Hotel & Estate and make the most of a few days in West Cork this festive season. 2 night B&B with one Evening Meal Winter Escape From €456 for 2 adults sharing. Your stay includes the following and more. Start your day with a delicious West Cork Breakfast featuring freshly prepared hot and cold dishes using locally sourced ingredients. Join Michael O’Neill Jnr for a complimentary History of the House and Garden Tour. Discover the story of Fernhill and the O’Neill family, learn more about the estates long history and enjoy a walk through our beautiful gardens. Enjoy a delicious Three Course Evening Meal where our chefs use the finest of local ingredients. Delicious Homemade Fernhill Biscuits are in every room on arrival. A complimentary welcome drink voucher is given to our leisure guests on check-in at Fernhill. To find out more about these offers, what your stay includes and prices visit our website
Special Offers at Fernhill Hotel & Estate Explore our upcoming Autumn and Winter Escapes, along with our November Four-Night Special, each thoughtfully put together with everything you need for a relaxing stay at Fernhill. Enjoy good food, comfortable accommodation and time to discover Clonakilty and West Cork. All offers include: • A West Cork breakfast each morning • A three-course evening meal • A complimentary welcome drink • Handmade Fernhill biscuits in your room • A complimentary history of the house and garden tour • And more To find out more about our special offers, visit our website www.fernhillestate.ie #fernhillestate #irelandsbluebook #westcork This Autumn, enjoy a relaxing 2 night break with one evening meal at Fernhill and discover West Cork as the seasons begin to change. 2 Night B&B with One Evening Meal Autumn Offer From €456 for 2 adults sharing This November, enjoy a relaxing 4 night break with evening meal each night at Fernhill Hotel & Estate and discover West Cork before the festive rush begins. 4 Nights B&B and 4 Evening Meals November Special Arrive Sunday 8th November and depart Thursday 12th November. From €1120 for 2 adults sharing This Winter, enjoy a relaxing 2 night break with one evening meal at Fernhill Hotel & Estate and make the most of a few days in West Cork this festive season. 2 night B&B with one Evening Meal Winter Escape From €456 for 2 adults sharing. Your stay includes the following and more. Start your day with a delicious West Cork Breakfast featuring freshly prepared hot and cold dishes using locally sourced ingredients. Join Michael O’Neill Jnr for a complimentary History of the House and Garden Tour. Discover the story of Fernhill and the O’Neill family, learn more about the estates long history and enjoy a walk through our beautiful gardens. Enjoy a delicious Three Course Evening Meal where our chefs use the finest of local ingredients. Delicious Homemade Fernhill Biscuits are in every room on arrival. A complimentary welcome drink voucher is given to our leisure guests on check-in at Fernhill. To find out more about these offers, what your stay includes and prices visit our website
Gallery Image - Welcome to Fernhill 🌿 Fresh seasonal flowers are part of the welcome here, with arrangements in our foyer changing throughout the year. Flowers are a big part of Fernhill, both inside and out. Our gardening team works throughout the year caring for the gardens and bringing seasonal flowers and foliage indoors, so there is always something to enjoy whatever time of year you visit. #fernhillhotelandestate #irelandsbluebook
Welcome to Fernhill 🌿 Fresh seasonal flowers are part of the welcome here, with arrangements in our foyer changing throughout the year. Flowers are a big part of Fernhill, both inside and out. Our gardening team works throughout the year caring for the gardens and bringing seasonal flowers and foliage indoors, so there is always something to enjoy whatever time of year you visit. #fernhillhotelandestate #irelandsbluebook
Gallery Image - Join Michael O’Neill Jnr each week for a guided tour through the history and gardens of Fernhill Hotel & Estate. Discover the story of Fernhill and the O’Neill family, learn more about the estate’s long history, and enjoy a walk through the gardens as Michael shares some of the stories and details that have shaped Fernhill over the years. Our History & Garden Tour takes place weekly on a Tuesday morning and is a lovely way to learn more about Fernhill and Clonakilty. #fernhillhotelandestate #westcork #irelandsbluebook
Join Michael O’Neill Jnr each week for a guided tour through the history and gardens of Fernhill Hotel & Estate. Discover the story of Fernhill and the O’Neill family, learn more about the estate’s long history, and enjoy a walk through the gardens as Michael shares some of the stories and details that have shaped Fernhill over the years. Our History & Garden Tour takes place weekly on a Tuesday morning and is a lovely way to learn more about Fernhill and Clonakilty. #fernhillhotelandestate #westcork #irelandsbluebook
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A Boston Love Story: Tying the Knot at Fernhill House Hotel

Stephanie and Robbie met in Finn McCool’s pub in Boston.

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A couple weds in a serene garden setting at Fernhill House Hotel, surrounded by guests.

Amy & Ronan’s Beautiful Garden Wedding at Fernhill

For Amy and her partner, love has been part of their lives for as long as they can remember.

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Annie & James’ Magical Outdoor Wedding at Fernhill

The lovely Annie met James while in college in UCC, they were in the same class but were friends for a few years before making things official

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Ciara and Cian’s Sunny Wedding Ceremony and Reception at Fernhill

On a crowded roof Cian came offering Doritos and Hummus and the rest, as they say, was history.

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Getting Married During a Pandemic – Mairead & Kieran’s Real Wedding

It isn’t easy, but if you want to make it possible, the wedding team here at Fernhill will support you every step of the way.

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Grace & Peter’s Gorgeous Christmas Wedding at Fernhill

This lovely couple had their gorgeous black & white themed Christmas wedding on the 21st December in St. Joseph’s Church, Cloughduv followed by celebrations in Fernhill.

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Lisa & Kevin’s ‘Best Day of Our Lives’ at Fernhill

The lovely Lisa and Kevin originally met back in 2009 when they were just 18 and studying Arts in University College Cork.

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Maeve & Darren’s Laid Back Summer Garden Party

This lovely Maeve & Darren first met when they were on a backpackers trip to Fraser Island in Queensland.

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Maria & Mark’s Relaxed & Fun Winter Wedding at Fernhill

The fabulous Maria & Mark were married in the beautiful St. Joseph’s Church, Cloughduv and celebrated their marriage here with us in Fernhill last November.

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Rachel & Neil’s Fun Filled Fernhill Wedding

We were thrilled when the lovely Rachel agreed to share their fabulous Fernhill wedding with us.

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Couple kisses in a flower-filled garden at Fernhill House Hotel.

Real West Cork Wedding Feature – Erin & Mark – Childhood Sweethearts

When we heard Erin & Mark met in Ashton school when they were 14 we knew this was going to be a very sweet love story!

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A joyful couple in wedding attire share a moment on a lush garden terrace at Fernhill House Hotel.

Samantha & David’s American-Irish Wedding

Samantha & David both grew up in Northern California where they met shortly after high school.

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Shannen & Christopher’s Romantic June Wedding

This gorgeous couple’s love story initially began when the 15 year old Shannen (pretending to be 16!) met nearly 18 year old Christopher.

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A couple holds hands, strolling through lush gardens at Fernhill House Hotel on a sunny day.

Sharon & Mikes Wedding Trip Home to Clonakilty

Sharon & Mike met in ‘certainly not the most romantic setting but we met during a night out at the Lodge nightclub at the University of Limerick in September 2011!’

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A couple embraces on a bridge decorated with fairy lights at Fernhill House Hotel.

The Unfurling of a Winter Wedding Photoshoot

The fires are lit, the candles are burningand as with any dreamy Winter wedding

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