Cavan: One of Ireland’s wonderful counties located in the province of Ulster.
Cavan is known for its beautiful scenery, including the many lakes or loughs, drumlins, and striking hills. The county is also home to many historical and cultural attractions, such as Drumlane Abbey, Clogh Oughter Castle, and the Shannon Pot, which is the source of the River Shannon. Within Cavan, you’ll also stumble across the incredible Virginia Park Lodge, a truly unique option for accommodation in Cavan.
Visiting Cavan
Cavan has a rich cultural heritage and the county is home to many historical and cultural attractions, such as Drumlane Abbey, Clogh Oughter Castle, and the Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark. As well as some traditional Irish festivals and events, such as the Cavan Burren Festival and the Belturbet Regatta.
What’s more, exploring the gorgeous area of Cavan is truly the best way to learn more about charming Ireland, and feel deeper in love with the county of Cavan. For ramblers, there are an abundance of gorgeous walks to explore, such as the Cavan Way and Marble Arch Cave Geopark, and for keen fisherfolk, the county has over 365 lakes, and there are also several rivers and streams. Some of the most popular fish species in Cavan include trout, pike, and perch, making it a fantastic spot for fishing.
Cavan Accommodation
Set in the heart of Co. Cavan, Virginia Park Lodge is a place to withdraw, relax and enjoy the finer things in life: peace and splendour. A unique and truly mesmerising choice for those looking for Cavan accommodation and part of Richard Corrigan owned Corrigan Collection, Virginia Park Lodge is the perfect place to stay when in Cavan.
Not your average hotel, Virginia Park Lodge is instead described as a “Hometel”, combining country house comforts and the efficiencies of a great hotel with a real sense of your own home and own staff. The main house at Virginia Park Lodge has 23 gorgeous en-suite bedrooms with the capacity for up to 47 guests. Take your pick from Heritage rooms, Courtyard Cottages, Lodge Rooms, Studio Cottages, Cabins and Suites, suitable for romantic escapes, wedding parties, or charming family stays in the Irish countryside.
Bective Court is a beautifully restored courtyard with 15 cottages, 7 of which are available self-catered. These rooms sleep between 2-4 guests in each and the cottages are gorgeously furnished with modern, fitted kitchens, bathrooms and other amenities and comfortable furnishings. Moreover, nestled in the Deerpark Forest, there are 12 cosy Shepherd’s huts and 2 cabins, which both sleep 2 guests, making for the perfect romantic getaway with your partner.
For truly special accommodation in Cavan, Ireland, the Heritage Suite is a striking en-suite apartment with a large bedroom and grand dressing area that sleeps two. Other lodgings include Courtyard Lodging in the Bective Court, a sociable and exciting area of Virginia Park Lodge, perfect for social gatherings and parties at this Cavan accommodation.
The lodges too are simply divine, providing a relaxed and cosy environment to enjoy the beauty of Cavan and wider Ireland. The rooms, suites and cottages here all provide a unique and truly classic charm. From the furnishings to the views and the cosy amenities that make your stay perfect, your time at Virginia Park Lodge will triumph over all other accommodations in Cavan.
Fine Dining in Cavan
As mentioned our Gooseberry Gardens are where a huge assortment of seasonal fruit and veg is grown year-round. This vegetable garden supplies Virginia Park Lodg, just over the way in Dublin.
All menus at Virginia Park Lodge are exclusively created by Richard Corrigan, they are compiled using only the finest local produce, a true reflection of Richard’s passion for wild, flavour-rich and unpretentious cooking. We source the best seasonal food insisting on freshness and quality. We are proud to support local farmers, food producers and the best of Ireland’s suppliers.
Our menus are always changing, evolving, growing and adapting to always produce only the finest quality food. However, a sample menu of what is on offer at your new favourite accommodation in Cavan includes Court Yard Smoked Salmon and Ravigote Cream Crisp, Olives and Goat’s Cheese, Turrel Ham with fresh Melon and Ginger, and Richard’s signationreVietnamese Style Oysters.
Main courses include choices such as Saddle of Commenara Lamb with Spinach, caponata rosemary roast potatoes and Gooseberry garden greens or perhaps a more autumnal, Roast Sirloin of Hereford Beef, with chargrilled onions, rosemary roast potatoes and Gooseberry garden greens.
For dessert, you’ll have choices such as hearty rice puddings, beautiful seasonal fruits with cream and decadent cakes and puddings. Pair your menu with an incredible wine and allow the true magic of Chef Corrigan’s masterpieces to warm your heart and show you true Irish flair.
Plenty to do
Virginia Park Lodge is a truly unique location. Known for our Gooseberry Gardens, where we grow a huge assortment of seasonal produce to be ferried away to a variety of restaurants within the Corrigan Collection. From soil to fork, our teams are committed to providing incredible produce. You can stroll through the gardens yourself while visiting and get the low-down from our garden team, or perhaps take a stroll through the nearby forest or embark on the Deerpark walk.
Nearby, you can also visit the Loughcrew Cairns. These megalithic tombs are over 5,000 years old and they are one of the most important archaeological sites in Ireland, a fantastic sight to behold if you’re only visiting Cavan for a brief period.