• Just an hour from Dublin in the shadow of the Slieve Blooms, Emo Court is a stunning estate rich in history and natural beauty.
  • Emo Court, located near the village of Emo in County Laois, Ireland, is a large neo-classical mansion.
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  • 10 Hidden Gems near Emo Court. 1 Visit the Church designed by the same architect James Gandon, turn right just outside the main gates.
  • With a demesne of over 4,500 hectares, Emo Court was the second-largest enclosed estate in Ireland after the Phoenix Park in Dublin.
  • Emo Court was designed by the architect James Gandon in 1790 for the Earls of Portarlington and is a magnificent example of this neo-classical style.
  • In 1969, the order sold Emo Court to a Mr. Cholmeley-Harrison who began the laborious process of realizing Gandon’s grand vision for the building and its grounds.
  • For details of events, opening and other enquiries, please see the website of Heritage Ireland or contact the OPW at Emo Court, phone 057-862 6573.
  • Emo Court is now managed by the Office of Public Works and is open to visitors. Access to the house is by guided tour only, and these are available hourly.