The Dining Room at Ard na Sidhe Country House follows the traditional elements of a country house dining space. This intimate setting features tables adorned with crisp white linens, crystal glassware, and dinner by candlelight. All of this gives the impression of the elegance and refinery of a bygone era.

This elegance is furthermore presented within a menu that is exciting and full of local flavours. When we had the pleasure of staying at Ard na Sidhe Country House, we had dinner in The Dining Room and were immediately taken in by the intimate and relaxing atmosphere. Baskets of fresh homemade bread were a prelude to a dinner that was delicious in its entirety.

For the starter, we couldn’t resist sampling the Crab Salad that was perfectly balanced with melon and cucumber. We also had the pleasure of tasting the Smoked Salmon starter that was served with herbs from the Ard na Sidhe Country House Garden.

The mains once again featured a great selection of options and we went with a roasted Cod served with Mussels and Leeks, what a tasty seafood feast. You’ll find a great choice of seasonal fish and seafood on the menu, taking in its proximity to the Irish coastline, seafood lovers are sure to enjoy dining at Ard na Sidhe Country House. The menu also includes plenty of meat and poultry, including a seared Sirloin Steak and roasted Chicken Breast all seasoned to perfection.

For dessert, we enjoyed a frozen peanut butter Parfait featuring chocolate mousse and chocolate crumble that was the perfect way to finish off a delightful dinner. Light and sweet tasting, we couldn’t get enough of it.

Refined country house cooking is at its best at Ard na Sidhe. Each dish was presented with elegance in reflection of the setting of the Dining Room.

Similar to its sister hotels, The Europe Hotel & Resort and The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens, beef and lamb are sourced from the group’s own herd of Irish Angus Cattle and other livestock. This keeps food miles down to a minimum while also giving diners a true taste of the local region. This home-rearing is supplemented with fresh produce from local butchers, fishmongers, and so on, all in support of the local economy.

The Lounge at Ard na Sidhe Country House is perfectly designed for relaxation and easy conversation during the day or for a pre-dinner drink in the evening time. During the day, you can enjoy a menu of tasty light bites which include salads, pasta dishes and gourmet sandwiches. We’d recommend trying out their steamed Cromane Mussels, this hearty dish is a great showcase of the thriving fishing industry in Kerry.

The delightful traditions of an authentic country house continue at Ard na Sidhe Country House with their Afternoon Tea offering. For cooler days or during wintertime, treat yourself to Afternoon Tea by the open fire in the Lounge area of the house. During summer months Afternoon Tea can be taken outside on the terrace with views of the gardens and lake.

This much-loved tradition is given excellent care and attention by the Ard na Sidhe team. Chef and his team will prepare for you a selection of closed and open sandwiches along with dainty desserts, not to mention fresh crumbly scones served with jam and clotted cream. Delicious! Attentive servers will present your afternoon fare on delicate fine china served with tea of your choice or coffee. For that extra indulgence, you have the option to include some bubbles or a Kir Royal to top off what promises to be an immensely satisfying experience.

Afternoon Tea is served 7 days a week between 1pm & 4pm. We would recommend booking in advance.

During your stay at Ard na Sidhe Country House you are invited to enjoy the amazing natural landscape that surrounds the house and beyond, whether this is a walk around the lakeside or through the numerous walking trails just waiting to be discovered. The culinary team will happily prepare a picnic for your adventures. This will feature a selection of local foods and gourmet delicacies produced from local ingredients.