Named after one of the most important castle custodians, Major General Henry George White (1835-1906), who had a distinguished career in the British Army, serving in the Crimean War (1854-56), the Indian Mutiny (1858-59), Cyprus (1878-79) and Bechanaland in South Africa in the 1880s, this is Lough Eske Castle’s largest and most prestigious suite.
Located in the historic castle, the Major General White Suite offers a luxuriant 1,356 sq ft (125.9 sq m) of exquisite luxury castle accommodation and presents an opportunity to enjoy the opulence and unique setting of world-class 5 star accommodation in County Donegal.
This magnificent suite offers a large reception room, with formal dining table, and separate bedroom with en-suite.
A beautifully hand-crafted mahogany king sized four poster bed, with full framed canopy and tied bed curtains, provides the focal point of the bedroom. Bed linens are crisp and fresh, and pillows plump, while the custom bed quilt and accent cushions add both texture and colour. The perfrect setting in which to start the day.
Throughout, there are carefully chosen period inspired pieces of bespoke furniture, including a delightful pedestal table with two chairs, and a writing desk, perfectly located by the window. Soft furnishings use fabric patterns inspired by Edwardian and Victorian designs, with extravagant lengths used to create the fullest of luxurious curtains, pelmets, and the bed canopy, each adorned with intricate period-style trim.
The gracious reception room provides the perfect space for relaxing or entertaining, with formal mahogany tone dining table and chairs, that can seat up to eight, and lounge area with large four-seat sofa and two armchairs. The formally dressed windows and rich period colours reflect the historic past of the Castle.
Luxurious deep pile carpet flows through the reception and bedroom, with décor in soft neutral tones that gently blends with ambient lighting, while classic art adds an opulent touch.
The spacious bathroom, with marble tiling, boasts a classic roll-top bath with sliver claw feet, perfect for an indulgent, relaxing soak, rain forest shower, double basins and vanity. Thick white towels and luxury handmade toiletries add to the pleasure of allowing yourself to be truly pampered and enjoy the Major General White Suite at Lough Eske Castle
Guest comfort and convenience has been considered throughout to ensure all that you would wish in a 5 star hotel in Donegal, Ireland is to hand, including Wi-Fi access as standard, two 40-inch flat screen TVs, standalone wardrobe and refreshment station.