A couple has been living in an 800-year-old castle in Ireland during lockdown

Samantha GrindellMay 29, 2020, 01:32 IST

Laura Jamieson and Michael Smith are living in Ashford Castle while it's closed.Ashford Castle/Red Carnation Hotels

Laura Jamieson and Michael Smith work at Ashford Castle, a palace sitting on a 350-acre estate in Ireland that is typically used as a five-star hotel.
They have been living in the 800-year-old castle since Ireland went on lockdown in March.
Jamieson and Smith maintain the upkeep of the castle, and they sleep in one of Ashford's luxurious bedrooms.
The couple gets to enjoy Ashford Castle's amenities in their downtime, including a home theater and wine cellar.

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Ashford Castle is an 800-year-old estate located in Mayo, Ireland.

Ashford Castle functions as a five-star hotel. Ashford Castle/Red Carnation Hotels

Laura Jamieson and Michael Smith were asked to move into the castle. Ashford Castle/Red Carnation Hotels

They're in charge of upkeep. Ashford Castle/Red Carnation Hotels

They have to flush 160 toilets. Ashford Castle/Red Carnation Hotels

The castle has 83 guest rooms. Ashford Castle/Red Carnation Hotels

The castle has a cinema. Ashford Castle/Red Carnation Hotels

The couple enjoys walking the grounds. Ashford Castle/Red Carnation Hotels

The castle has a wine cellar. Ashford Castle/Red Carnation Hotels

They aren't looking forward to moving out of the castle. Ashford Castle/Red Carnation Hotels

The castle will reopen in July. Ashford Castle/Red Carnation Hotels