Activities
As part of your stay at Ballinacurra House, the owners can organise a number of activities at the private estate - either for individuals or various size groups. This list of activities is not exhaustive but is meant to give some suggestions as to the type of activities both at Ballinacurra House and in the near vicinity of the estate.
At the House
It is possible to bring in certain expertise and activities on-site so you can enjoy them in the comfort and privacy of Ballinacurra. Some of these include:
- Music recommendations from a 2-piece cocktail 'Nora Jones' style music, traditional bands, string quartet, 4 piece dance bands, 6 piece soul bands, rat-pack, salsa, gypsy music and many more
- DJs who can do a cool groove set or a late night dance or soul set
- Masseurs
- Makeup artists
- Hairstylists
- Manicurists
- Beauticians
- Special event cake makers or handmade chocolates
- Florists
- Photographers
- Videographers
- Transfers and limousine hire
- Helicopter hire or sightseeing tours
- Hot air balloon
- Magicians
- Children’s entertainers
- Horseriding instructors and horses
- Bicycles
- Archery
- Art classes and pottery (next door is the Kinsale Art and Pottery school)
- Murder Mysteries – either by the day or weekend
- Treasure Hunt
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The Wine Geese and the West Cork Cheese Presentation
Local foodie experts Donal and David present a short history of 'The Wine Geese' – the Irish who emigrated to France, Australia, Argentina and beyond, and established some of the most famous vineyards. In a light-hearted approach to tasting and appreciating wine whilst being accompanied by some of the best boutique cheeses produced in the area, this is an entertaining alternative to the traditional 'cocktail hour'.
Some well known names include Aotea, McGuigans, Hennessy, Michael Lynch, Lurton, and the newest recruit to this elite - O'Brien's - the vineyard cost 1 Franc and is now worth millions. It seems appropriate to have such an understanding of this history particularly since the town hosts the only Wine Museum in Ireland and the country’s 'Gourmet Capital'.