
Millionaire businessman Dr. Michael Smurfit said the K Club sale attracted "great interest" from friends who personally approached him in order to get five people --
Star Golf Resort
But the legendary paper packaging tycoon told the Irish Independent this week that he has not yet had exclusive negotiations with potential buyers, and has not yet set a timetable for the sale of Kildare properties, the property was once the venue for the Ryder Cup in 2006.
"I don't have a schedule.
This is not the best time of year for hotel sales.
The best time is right in front of us, "said Dr. Smurfs.
When asked to comment on the profile of those who indicated their interest in K club to him or through sales agent Savills Ireland, he said: "People who live there, and my friends.
Everyone's interest is great.
Let's see what happens.
When asked if he was satisfied with the price currently offered by potential buyers, Dr. Smurfit said: "I am not satisfied, but people are never satisfied with what they get, which is for sure.
No one is exclusive at the moment.
"The first Pacific Davis agent of Ireland pushed the K Club to the market on last July at a guided price of 80 euros.
Commenting on his decision to sell the property with his family, Dr. Smurfit said: "I would be very sad to see K club for sale or partial sale.
I spent a lot of happy time there with my family and friends.
"It's a big part of my life, but I spent more time overseas these days.
We decided to do so because of my progress.
"Club K is located on the Liffey River in Co Kildare Straffan, located on a 550-
Acres of Manor, including 134-
Bedroom hotel and two 18-
A golf course designed by the late Arnold Palmer.
In addition to the Ryder Cup, the famous resort also held 2016 Dubai tax free Ireland open and 13 European Open.
The original house and Manor was developed by the Barton wine family in 1832.
Based on the French castle, the hotel retains many original architectural features, works of art and antiques.
It opened as a luxury hotel in 1991 and is the first AA five-star hotel in Ireland.
K Club estate features Victorian walled gardens and fishing across the resort's Liffey River.