Irish National Stud

Established in 1946, the Irish National Stud combines an active role in the development and promotion of Irish bloodstock with its role as one of the country's major tourist attractions and it is the only Stud farm in Ireland open to the public.

Japanese Gardens

The Japanese Gardens are located just outside Kildare town (8km from Cloncarlin House). The Gardens , which symbolise life, traces the journey of the soul from Oblivion through twenty stages to Eternity. The Gardens offer the visitor both visually appealing views and also provokes thoughts about the true meaning of life.

Curragh Race Course

Cloncarlin House is located 10km from the famous Curragh. The Curragh racecourse is home to all 5 of the Irish Horseracing Classics. The Curragh is also home to many horse training stables. On an early morning visit to the Curragh it is possible to see the trainers and jockeys preparing their horses for the next big race. It is a great chance to see the behind the scenes work of the "Sport of Kings".

The River Barrow

The River Barrow and the Grand Canal both pass through Monasterevin. They are an anglers paradise. The canal contains Bream, Tench, Rudd, Eel, Pike and Hybrids, while the Barrow also contains coarse fish as well as Brown Trout and Salmon. The waterways also have maintained walk ways along the banks. A stroll along side water meandering to its destination is one of the most relaxing of lifes pleasures.

Golfing

ildare is a Golfer's dream with a host of testing courses. The K Club, which has hosted a number of European Tour Events, and is also a venue for the 2006 Ryder Cup is located within a 40 minute drive. Other courses, such as The Curragh, Cill Dara, Bodenstown, Athy and Kilkea Castle to name but a few, are all located in the proximity of Cloncarlin House