Michelle, I recently received your book unfortunately none of the places we booked are in there. I was wondering if you know anything on the places we booked.
About 4 years ago, my mother and I stayed at Cabra Castle. It was a beautiful, unique place to stay. They have (or had) a lovely pub with entertainment and decent food (had better but it was ok). The grounds were nice -- lots of flowers and nooks and crannies to explore. I think you'll enjoy it.
I'm booked at Cabra Castle too. Any room recomendations? We really want to stay in the Castle itself, but I read that the courtyard rooms are nicer and bigger.
The only place you mention that I am familiar with is Quignalegan House in Ballina. I stayed there several years ago simply because I was running out of daylight and needed a place to sleep. It did not make my book.