Killyhevlin invests £1.5m in luxury lodges and bedrooms

The Killyhevlin Lakeside Hotel has invested £1.5 million into the addition of six luxury Woodland Lodges, boasting private hot tubs and breathtaking views.

With staycations likely to be big business for the remainder of 2021 the new lodges will complement the 14 that opened in March 2017.

Joint directors Jacqueline Wright and Leigh Watson said: “We are really delighted to announce this significant investment in Killyhevlin Lakeside Hotel & Lodges and look forward to welcoming guests to experience our new Woodland Lodges and upgraded bedrooms.

“The exciting investment project is being delivered by a number of local businesses including BuildWright Modular Homes, Elliott York Partnership, Kavanagh Construction and By Raymond Kelly.

“With the increased demand for self-catering accommodation, considerable planning and meticulous design work have gone into the creation of our state-of-the-art Woodland Lodges, which will provide a major boost to the local tourism sector and present a fantastic option for a relaxing staycation.

“We have worked closely with Elliott York Partnership to ensure the Woodland Lodges sit perfectly within the remarkable Woodland setting.  We have also worked with Northern Ireland interior designer, Raymond Kelly, to create a contemporary yet ‘home-from-home’ guest experience to complement such an outstanding setting.

“With the increased demand for self-catering accommodation, considerable planning and meticulous design work have gone into the creation of our state-of-the-art Woodland Lodges, which will provide a major boost to the local tourism sector and present a fantastic option for a relaxing staycation.”

Bedrooms at the family-run hotel in the Fermanagh Lakelands have also been upgraded as part of the investment while a focus while building the lodges was on sustainability.

All are low in energy demand and designed for a 100-year lifespan, reflecting the hotel’s belief in sustainable, high-quality experiences.

The directors added: “Without question it has been a very testing and extremely difficult year for the tourism sector, and although we have had to adapt, the team at Killyhevlin has been extremely dedicated in working towards reopening with the wellbeing of our guests being of utmost importance.

“We are committed to providing a unique visitor experience and believe that the addition of our much-anticipated Woodland Lodges and upgraded hotel accommodation will be very well received by our guests.”

The six new Woodland Lodges, aptly named after woodland birds, complete with two en-suite bedrooms, are due to be completed by mid-July and facilities include a fully equipped kitchen, complimentary Wi-Fi and open plan lounge leading onto a private outdoor decking area with hot tub and patio furniture.

Lodge and hotel guests can enjoy a choice of lakeside dining experiences including an outdoor terrace as well as complimentary use of the on-site Health Club, complete with an indoor swimming pool, outdoor hot tub, sauna, jacuzzi, steam room, gym and enjoy some pampering at Kalm Spa with a range of Elemis and beauty treatments.

The ‘Killy Kids’ outdoor playground located within the hotel grounds is a popular area for families and a Padel tennis court is also being added to the many leisure options available on site and will be the first hotel in Northern Ireland with this facility.

To find out more visit www.killyhevlin.com.