Historic Houses
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Cabinteely
House is an 18th century Demesne house set in parkland of 45
hectares.
While its refurbishment is on going, it is available for guided tours
(by appointment) and corporate or community events.
Within the courtyards the
Council has refurbished a former Grainstore that is now used for the promotion
and development of Youth Arts in the County.
Marlay House
Mr. David La Touche the then
governor of the newly established Bank of Ireland built Marlay House
c1794.
The park comprises of some 85
hectares including woodlands, ponds, a range of recreational amenities,
courtyards and walled gardens that are designed and planted in an authentic
Regency style.
The house and gardens are open to
tours daily in the summer months; at other times by appointment and teas/coffee
are available in the former gardeners house.
Marlay Craft Centre
There are a number of small craft industries located in the courtyard
adjacent to Marlay House.
A range of crafts are exhibited including, weaving,
glass cutting, bookbinding, furniture restoration, copper craft, pottery and
embroidery.