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Waterville House
Waterville, County Kerry, Ireland · Independent · Accessible Luxury



Built in 1790 by the Butler family, Waterville House is a stately Georgian manor located on a private 50-acre isthmus between the Atlantic Ocean and Lough Currane. The estate is home to the famous Butler’s Pool salmon fishery and has been meticulously restored as a four-star residence serving the adjacent golf links. It continues to be one of Ireland's premiere destinations for elite golf and angling experiences.
- 13 rooms
- Opened 1790
- Neighborhood: Loughcurrane ED
History
Built in 1790 by the Butler family, Waterville House is a stately Georgian manor located on a private 50-acre isthmus between the Atlantic Ocean and Lough Currane. The estate is home to the famous Butler’s Pool salmon fishery and has been meticulously restored as a four-star residence serving the adjacent world-class golf links. It continues to be one of Ireland's premiere destinations for elite golf and angling experiences.
The setting
The address sits in Loughcurrane ED, Waterville, Ireland.
Experiences
- The Kerry Cup — Golf event held July 5 - 9, 2026 in Waterville, Ireland.
- The 35th World Invitational Father & Son Golf Tournament — Takes place August 5 - 8, 2026; a tradition at the hotel.
- International Member-Guest Tournament — Played annually in early September as a remembrance to a tragic event; September 10, 2026 listed.
- The Noel Cronin Memorial Tournament — Golf tournament listed among the events.
- Angling — Angling listed among the site's sections.
Amenities
- 13 en-suite guest bedrooms
- Private Fazio-designed golf practice facility
- Sauna and steam room
- Billiard room and health facility with massage room
- Exclusive salmon and sea trout fishing at Butler's Pool
- Preferential tee times at Waterville Golf Links
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