The Property

Rockhill House Estate

Rockhill House was built in the early 17th century and extended in 1832 under architect John Hargrave. After decades as the headquarters of the Irish Defence Forces in Donegal, the estate was acquired by the Molloy family in 2014 and painstakingly restored to create a luxury hotel and events venue of genuine character.

The house retains its original proportions, its period features, and the sense of place that four centuries of history provides. No two bedrooms are the same. Every public room has a fire. The grounds — woodland walks, a walled garden, beehives, a dipping pond — are as much a part of the experience as the house itself.

This is not a hotel that happens to be in an old building. It is a living estate, run by a family who know every room, every story, and every walking trail.

19 Rooms  ·  17th-Century Country House

The Main House

Nineteen individually designed bedrooms, each with its own personality and interpretation of the estate’s heritage. Period features throughout — original fireplaces, high ceilings, deep sash windows — combined with contemporary luxury finishes. Several rooms overlook the formal gardens; others face the ancient woodland.

Room types include standard doubles, superior doubles, deluxe rooms, junior suites, and the Lough Swilly Suite. All rooms are en-suite with luxury linens and amenities.

8 Rooms  ·  Converted Stable Block

The Coach House

Eight stylish guest rooms in the converted original coach house and stable block, sympathetically restored to preserve the character of the outbuildings while delivering modern comfort. Ground-floor rooms with direct garden access make these particularly suited to guests who value independence and outdoor space.

All Coach House rooms are en-suite doubles with private entrances and estate views.

Groups  ·  Exclusive Hire

Exclusive Use of the Estate

Rockhill House is available for exclusive hire for weddings, corporate retreats, incentive groups, and special occasions. When taken on an exclusive basis, all 27 bedrooms, all reception rooms, The Church restaurant, the walled garden, and the full grounds are at your group’s disposal.

Exclusive packages are bespoke — contact our events team to discuss your requirements.

Restaurant & Bar

The Church

The estate’s principal dining space, housed in the former Defence Forces recreation hall — a striking vaulted room with original features. Serving breakfast daily and dinner using local Donegal produce. Private dining available for groups. The bar stocks Crolly Distillery whiskey — Donegal’s first licensed distillery in 180 years, based in the Gaeltacht village of Croithlí.

Spa & Treatments

The Wellhouse

A dedicated spa and treatment facility in the converted grain store, offering a range of treatments including massages, facials, and body wraps. The Wellhouse Spa Day experience and Circle of Friends group spa packages are popular with tour groups. An ideal addition to any itinerary for guests seeking rest and restoration alongside exploration.

Meetings & Events

Private & Corporate

Multiple private reception rooms for meetings, dinners, and events. The Drawing Room, Library, and Dining Room can each be configured for private use. Full AV support available on request. The estate is a natural fit for incentive travel, senior leadership retreats, and corporate away days that require something beyond a conference centre.

Hawk Walks

A guided falconry experience through the ancient woodland of the estate. Guests walk with and fly Harris Hawks in their natural habitat. One of the most distinctive experiences available at any hotel in Ireland and consistently the most talked-about by guests who do it.

Bee Safari

A guided experience with Frank Chaney, Rockhill’s estate beekeeper, exploring the hives in the walled garden and learning the story of the estate’s bees and honey production. Suited to all ages and a genuine highlight for groups who want something they cannot find elsewhere.

Woodland & Estate Walks

Self-guided and guided walks through 100 acres of ancient woodland, meadow, and formal gardens in the hills above Letterkenny, overlooking the River Swilly valley. Walking routes of varying length and difficulty can be arranged as a guided group experience.

Cheese & Wine Tasting

A private cheese and wine tasting in the cellar of the house — a natural cave-like space beneath the original 17th-century structure. Available as an evening activity for small groups or as part of a wider private dining event.

Yoga & Wellbeing

Morning yoga sessions in the estate’s starry temple, a glass-roofed space on the grounds. Available for groups as a morning start or as part of a wellness itinerary. Combines naturally with The Wellhouse spa treatments for a full day of restoration.

Croquet & Lawn Games

Croquet on the formal lawn, garden games, and outdoor leisure on the estate grounds. Available to all guests and easily incorporated into afternoon programmes for groups. The walled garden provides a particularly fine setting in good weather.

Wild Atlantic Way  ·  500km in Donegal

Donegal & the WAW

All three WAW Signature Points are reachable on day trips: Malin Head (~75 min), Fanad Head Lighthouse (~45 min), and Slieve League Cliffs (~90 min). Glenveagh National Park is 20 minutes from the estate. The Grianan of Aileach, Doe Castle, Ards Forest Park, and Lough Swilly are all within an hour.

30 min to Derry  ·  120-mile route

Causeway Coastal Route

Derry is 30 minutes from the estate, giving guests direct access to the Causeway Coastal Route along the Antrim coast. Giant’s Causeway, Old Bushmills Distillery (est. 1608), Carrick-a-Rede, Dunluce Castle, Rathlin Island, and Belfast are all on the same route.

World-Class Links  ·  Golf Began Here in 1894

Golf

Golf in Letterkenny started on the lawns of Rockhill in 1894. The estate now sits at the centre of one of the finest links touring circuits in the world. Ballyliffin, Portsalon, Royal Portrush, and Rosses Point are all within range for golf touring itineraries.

10 Minutes  ·  Our Hometown

Letterkenny

The North West’s principal town is ten minutes from the estate. St Eunan’s Cathedral, An Grianan Theatre, the Regional Cultural Centre, the County Museum, the Artisan Market (Saturdays), and a strong independent shopping and dining scene all within easy reach.

Exclusive Use

The Full Estate

All 27 bedrooms, all reception rooms, the restaurant, the walled garden, and the grounds. Wedding parties have the estate entirely to themselves — no other guests, no shared spaces.

Ceremony Venues

Civil & Humanist

Civil and humanist ceremonies in the Drawing Room, Library, or gardens. The estate’s setting — ancient woodland, formal gardens, views over the River Swilly valley — provides a natural ceremony backdrop unlike anything a purpose-built venue can offer.

Destination Weddings

International Couples

A growing number of couples choose Rockhill from overseas — from the US, UK, Australia, and across Europe. We have significant experience supporting international guests and can work directly with your planning team from the earliest stages.

Multi-Day Celebrations

Weekend Weddings

The estate is well suited to full-weekend celebrations — welcome drinks on Friday, the wedding on Saturday, a relaxed Sunday lunch before guests depart. The on-site experiences, woodland, and The Wellhouse spa give the weekend a structure that goes beyond the ceremony itself.

Tour Operators

Preferential net rates available for tour operators placing group bookings. We can accommodate FIT and group bookings, provide rooming lists, and work with your operations team directly. Contact our events team to discuss rates and availability.

Travel Agents

Commission available for verified travel agents placing client bookings. We are happy to provide agent rates, familiarisation visit arrangements, and full property information packs on request. Speak to our team to register your agency.

Wedding Planners

We work closely with wedding planners and are experienced in co-ordinating with external planning teams. Referral arrangements and preferential terms are available for planners who bring their clients to Rockhill. Contact our weddings team to discuss.

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