Historic Family Home Tours

Experience the utmost in Irish hospitality while touring the alluring homes of Lismacue House, Castlegarde and Grenane House. Enjoy owner guided tours of three ‘Listed Hidden Gems’ and sample the delights of seasonal local produce in each property. Each property provides a unique visitor experience with a range of food offerings from afternoon tea to light lunches and four-course dining options.

Castlegarde is the oldest inhabited castle in Ireland and is said to be haunted by a mysterious lady in silk. Grenane House is a stunning 17th-century Georgian home set among 300 acres. Lismacue House will capture your heart with its beauty, history and stunning landscape overlooking the Galtee mountains. Each property provides a unique visitor experience with a range of food offerings from afternoon tea to light lunches and four-course dining options. Book a tour today through

We have come together to offer a unique experience, with 3 historic family homes opening their doors to tours. This is a unique opportunity to experience a window on Ireland’s past, and make history come alive.

Listen to the owners discuss the history of their historic family homes, tracing the house’s history through time, and revealing the fascinating untold stories of those who lived there long ago.