Farnham Estate Health Spa
Farnham Estate Health Spa, Cavan
The moment you enter the driveway at Farnham Estate, you are greeted by acres of rolling countryside – a peaceful haven that entirely captures the spirit of relaxation at one of the top luxury spa hotels in Ireland. Our Health Spa is a calm world of peace and serenity, linked to the magnificent estate in which it sits in a very real way.
Our 44,000 sq ft Health Spa was desaigned by Heinz Schletterer whose previous projects include spas at the Waldorf Astoria in New York, the Sandy Lane in Barbados, the Queen Mary cruise liner and the Farnham Estate Health Spa does not disappoint. As well as the soothing views of the estate from the pool and relaxation rooms, and the images of the trees and flowers of Farnham Estate used throughout the Spa, the link between its lovely surroundings is also reinforced by the use of the world-famous ESPA and Yon-Ka range of products and treatments, perfect for a luxury spa break.
Our attentive team is here to help you choose the best package or treatment just for you and to show you how to make the most of our terrific facilities. Please note that the Health Spa and its facilities are for adults over 16 years only.
Farnham Health Spa, Co Cavan
Farnham Health Spa and Hotel Cavan
While working For Emerging Group, Patrick B Mc Cabe was the Video Editor on this piece for the Farnham Health Spa within the Raddisson SAS Hotel just outside Cavan Town Ireland
Farnham Estate
The perfect spa break away with my sisters in Farnham Estate, Cavan.
Farnham Estate Golf & Spa Resort Video
Farnham Estate Spa & Golf Resort
Welcome To Farnham Estate
Take Some Time to Relax, Rest and Renew
Set on a beautiful 1,300 acre country estate on the outskirts of Cavan Town, Farnham Estate is one of Ireland’s most popular Spa & Golf destinations with a superb reputation for being a genuine ‘retreat to nature’.
At Farnham Estate, you will find yourself in an environment void of frenzy yet full of life. Enjoy a delicate blend of country charm and contemporary interior style. Set among 1,300 acres of ancient forest, rolling meadows and pristine lakeland, this resort offers wonderful accommodation, healthy and delicious cuisine, an 18 hole Jeff Howes designed Golf Course & superb health spa’s facilities.
Best Spa Hotel in Ireland | Farnham Estate
Farnham Estate Co Cavan Some History, People and Pictures
History of The Estate
Short version-
Farnham House, located at Farnham, a small rural district to the north-west of Cavan, is one of the largest country houses in the county. It was built for Barry Maxwell, 3rd Lord Farnham (later created, by the second creation, Earl of Farnham), head of the Maxwell dynasty, around 1780. The house was designed by James Wyatt. It was extended in 1810 to the design of Francis Johnston, a County Armagh-born, but Dublin-based, architect. It was sold by Diana, Lady Farnham (widow of Barry Maxwell, 12th Lord Farnham), to a local entrepreneur and the house and estate has per 2006 been converted into a luxury hotel and leisure complex under the Radisson SAS international hotel group.
History-long version
1664 - The Waldrons of Dromellan Castle (early name of Farnham House) were forced to sell the estate to settle gambling debts. Bought by Bishop Robert Maxwell, thus beginning the Maxwell family connection that was to continue for more than 330 years (family motto is Je suis prêt I am ready)
1756 - John Maxwell was ennobled, created Baron Farnham of Farnham, conferring prestige and social status.
1761 - Robert, Earl of Farnham, was a keen agriculturalist and agent of improvement who put the most technologically and scientifically advanced agricultural methods into action
In 1777, noted agricultural scientist and topographer Arthur Young said of Farnham; “…upon the whole Farnham is one of the finest places that I have ever seen in Ireland; the water wood and hill are all in great stile and abound in a variety of capabilities. The woodland plantations of Derrygid coupled with the lakes of Farnham and Derrygid were noted by Young who described them as being ‘uncommonly beautiful; extensive and have a shore extremely varied.”
In the 1770’s, approximately 100 labourers were employed in maintaining the landscape at Farnham.
In 1802 Francis Johnston, architect for Dublin’s GPO, was engaged to complete an extension of the existing house to provide an edifice to the southwest garden front. This is the latter day surviving Farnham House, which is now incorporated as the centrepiece of the hotel complex design.
In the depths of the earth beneath Farnham lies a myriad of passages. These passages were constructed to allow food, supplies and heating fuels to be brought into the mansion house by the servants. Such underground passages kept the servants out of sight from Lords and Ladies Farnham and their guests and no doubt were used by the servants to enjoy some activities of their own, which they would not have wanted Lord and Lady Farnham to witness!
1956 - Barry Owen Somerset Maxwell, 12th Baron Farnham became the last member of the Maxwell family to reside at Farnham House.
In 1961, dry rot was discovered within the Farnham house and in an attempt to alleviate it, the oldest part of the house looking across the parkland, and the additions made to the house in 1839, were demolished.
Present Day - The contemporary hotel and leisure development at Farnham Estate Cavan marks a new phase in the evolution of its aesthetically pleasing landscape. Thus the indelible mark made by the Maxwell family Lords Farnham on the landscape of Farnham will continue to be appreciated by future generations.
1911 - Records mention a staff of 11: butler, cook, governess, nursery maid, nurse, footman, ladies’ maid and several house and kitchen maids. Some 3,000 of Farnham’s then 24,000 statute acres were sold off.
A Trip To Farnham Estate Co. Cavan
This year I decided that I would get my friends and family experiences instead of physical gifts for Christmas. Right before the Christmas madness, CaoimheChats and I headed to Co. Cavan for a chill 24hrs. It was honestly so fab.
We did a spa, dinner, one night and breakfast package and it was much cheaper than any other places on a similar scale that we looked at so it's well worth it.
Hoping to have many more exciting adventures this new year!
Much love,
Bandeadd xxxx
Farnham Estate Hotel and Spa Day Two of Weekend Stay
Myself and my wife had a wonderful weekend stay in the beautiful Farnham Estate Hotel and Spa. This is Video 2 of Day Two showing the breakfast, the woodlands walks and the amazing spa with outdoor pool. In video 1 of Day One I show the hotel, our room and the food!
Farnham Estate Hotel and Spa Day One of Weekend Stay
Myself and my wife had a wonderful weekend stay in the beautiful Farnham Estate Hotel and Spa. This is Video 1 of Day One showing the hotel, our room and the food. In video 2 of Day Two I show the breakfast, the woodlands walks and the amazing spa with outdoor pool.
3 HOLES at RADISSON BLU GOLF HOTEL FARNHAM ESTATE
Just a very brief look around the well manicured lawns and just 3 holes of the Radisson Bu 18 hole Golf Course at the Farnham Estate just outside Cavan town.
This demanding course obviously offers good walking, wildlife and scenic opportunities too.
Radisson Blu Farnham Estate Hotel, Cavan
Radisson Blu Farnham Estate Hotel, Cavan
Relax, rest and renew at Farnham Estate Health Spa
Ancient woodlands in Farnham Estate
Farnham Estate Golf Course
Farnham Lake
Enjoy the Music Room in the 16th century Farnham House
The Boudoir in the 16th century Farnham House
Nature Resort
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Annette & Niall - Wedding at Farnham Estate, Cavan
Video From Farnam Estates
This video features our group Ohio Gothic Paranormal up at Farnam Estates.. This clip you will hear Heather and Becky talking with a very loud sigh captured. What do you all think??
Weddings at Farnham Estate
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The McDermott Wedding | Farnham House Hotel | 26th August 2012
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Farnham Estate Wedding Video
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