Luminous Weekend @ Carton House
Fri 29 to Sun 31 Jan 2027. Two nights, Co. Kildare.
Two nights together at Carton House. A Georgian house set in beautiful grounds, with the spa in the old 18th century mill, and dinner at the Michelin-starred Morrison Room on Saturday. A small group of eight to ten women.
How the weekend runs
We arrive on Friday evening, straight from the week, and gather for a welcome session and a casual dinner together. Come earlier in the day if your schedule allows. The spa is open to you from the moment you arrive, so there's time for a massage on Friday afternoon before we meet.
Saturday we lean into relaxation. A morning wellness practice together to start the day, then breakfast, then the day is yours. A post-breakfast snooze is a nice way to sink into the luxury of time to rest and recharge. We'll get out for a walk around the grounds for some fresh air if the weather plays along, there are some nice trails to choose from. And of course there's the spa: a massage or a facial, a swim, a bit of daydreaming, and time to get glammed up for dinner.
In the evening we get dressed up and go to the Morrison Room together. This meal will be a highlight and the historic dining room is stunning.
Sunday we meet for our morning practice and breakfast, and there's an opportunity to squeeze in a bit more spa time before you head home.
Come in comfortable clothes for Friday, and bring something a bit more glam for Saturday night.
The hotel and spa
Carton House is a Fairmont hotel about 40 minutes from Dublin, set in beautiful grounds with walking trails to explore. The spa is in the old 18th century mill, and we'll eat and gather in the original Georgian house.
- Susanne Kaufmann and Margaret Dabbs products
- An 18-metre pool in the old courtyard
- Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and relaxation room
- Gym
- Beautiful grounds with walking trails
Dinner both evenings and breakfast both mornings are included, along with full use of the spa and leisure facilities throughout.
Massages and facials can be booked separately, directly with the spa. Let us know and we'll help you arrange it.
Your own room
Everyone has their own room, so you have your space and your comfort, and you're still held in the group. Coming with a friend? Get in touch and we'll arrange a shared room for you.
The practices
The wellness practices will be a mix of gentle yoga, breath work, journaling, meditation, and other guided practices. The yoga movements are there to ground us, to help move us out of our heads and into connection with our bodies. You don't need any prior experience of yoga. This is a gentle practice, and alternatives are always offered for anyone with an injury or a condition.
Aoife hosts and leads some of the practices herself, sometimes joined by guest teachers, practitioners and friends in the wellness space.