The Original Hug in a Box® | Luxury Gift Hamper
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⚡ Fast & Free Republic of Ireland Delivery within 1-2 working days!
🚚 Same Day Shipping from our Waterford workshop if you order before 3pm Monday - Friday 🕒
📦 Delivering to Ireland, Northern Ireland, UK & Europe with An Post!
🎁 Gift-Ready Delivery – No receipts or prices ever included in our hampers!
✍️ Hand Written Card – Irish designed card included, simply leave your message in the cart!
♻️ Sustainable packaging sourced from Irish businesses - our boxes, cards & tissue paper are all Irish
⭐ Rated 4.9/5 from 800+ customer reviews
🛡️ 30-Day Returns
Ireland's Best-Selling Care Package
Send a gorgeous gift with our signature Hug in a Box. Perfectly curated for those moments when you can't be there in person, this luxury gift hamper is designed to deliver warmth, comfort, and a much-needed escape. Whether you are searching for a thoughtful sympathy gift, a get well soon care package, or a unique birthday surprise, our boxes are the gold standard for Irish gifting.
🎁 What's Inside
Each box is carefully prepared in our Waterford workshop and includes:
- A Brilliant New Book: A hand-selected title to provide hours of relaxation. ✔️
- Artisan Irish Chocolate: A large bar of delicious Irish chocolate. ✔️
- Polly & Andy Bamboo Socks: Super-soft, seamless socks from the wonderful Polly & Andy in Waterford. ✔️
- The Handmade Soap Company Soap: A fragrant soap bar crafted with natural ingredients. ✔️
- The Handmade Soap Company Hand Cream: Nourishing care for a touch of luxury. ✔️
- A beautiful card with your message handwritten by us
Supporting Local Irish Suppliers
We believe in the power of Irish craft. Your gift features products from the finest local creators:
Fast & Free Delivery Across Ireland
We provide fast, free delivery in Ireland, reaching doorsteps from Dublin to Cork and within the Republic of Ireland 1–2 working days after shipping. Every Hug in a Box arrives beautifully presented in our signature glossy black box, with items carefully wrapped in lovely tissue paper.
✨ Beautifully Presented
An Irish-designed card is included, and we'll handwrite your message for you. Simply add your message in your cart.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I send a Hug in a Box anonymously?
Yes! We never include receipts or price tags. Your gift will include your handwritten message, but if you wish to remain a mystery, simply leave your name off the card note.
How long does delivery take across Ireland?
We offer fast, tracked delivery via An Post. Orders placed before 3pm Monday-Friday are shipped the same day from Waterford, with most gifts arriving across the Republic of Ireland within 1–2 working days.
What makes this the "Original" Hug in a Box?
The Book Resort's signature Hug in a Box is the gold standard for Irish gifting, featuring our iconic glossy black box, a brand-new hand-picked book, and treats exclusively from award-winning Irish suppliers.
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Free tracked delivery
Republic of Ireland & Northern Ireland · €24.95+
Irish designed card
Your message handwritten by us
Choose your shipping date
Select it in the cart
I bought this for a friend recovering, she loved it. Looked lovely and contents exactly as described, thank you
Thanks so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted you were happy with your order. Your support means so much to our little business! Aisling & the team @The Book Resort
The package came within 2 days as promised and was put together beautifully . It really put a smile on my mom’s face. Thank you so much !
Thanks so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted you were happy with your order. Your support means so much to our little business! Aisling & the team @The Book Resort
I will definitely order Hug in a Box again. I was amazed how quickly my package arrived, especially during the busy Christmas season. Everything in the box was high quality - and I especially loved that everything was made in Ireland! Even the book selection was perfect. Hug in a Box - what a find!
Thanks so much, Sara. We’re delighted you enjoyed the book, treats and Irish products, and were pleased with the delivery. Thanks for supporting our little business! Aisling & the team @The Book Resort
Great made a lovely christmas gift. It really is a hug in a box
Thanks so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted you were happy with your order. Your support means so much to our little business! Aisling & the team @The Book Resort
Sent to a friend of mine- she absolutely loved the gift box and it was beautifully presented.
Thanks so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted the gift was enjoyed. Thanks for choosing us to help with the surprise! Aisling & the team @The Book Resort
I bought this as a present and my friend loved it! Highly recommended.
Thanks so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted the gift was enjoyed. Thanks for choosing us to help with the surprise! Aisling & the team @The Book Resort
Sent this to my mum in England, she loved everything in the box and thought the packaging was lovely. Arrived really quickly, would definitely use the book resort again!
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're delighted your mum enjoyed everything and that the box arrived quickly. Hopefully we can send more surprises from you in the future! 📚✨
Great service and lovely products! Would recommend!
Thank you for your kind words and recommendation! We're so happy you enjoyed our service 😊🌟
A gift for a friend, who is stuck at home for a month after a medical procedure she was delighted with the box, especially as she is an avid reader.
Thanks so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted the gift was enjoyed. Thanks for choosing us to help with the surprise! Aisling & the team @The Book Resort
I got it for a friend who just had maple surgery she absolutely loved it
Thanks so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted you were happy with your order. Your support means so much to our little business! Aisling & the team @The Book Resort
Great experience, lovely present, well received, very efficient too
Thanks so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted you were happy with your order. Your support means so much to our little business! Aisling & the team @The Book Resort
Gift Delivery FAQs
Can I choose the date my gift hamper will ship?
Yes. You can choose your preferred shipping date in the cart. We'll ship your gift on the date you select. If you don't choose a shipping date, we'll prepare and ship your order as soon as possible.
Will there be a receipt or prices inside my gift hamper?
No. We don't include a receipt, invoice or prices inside the parcel, so you can have your gift delivered directly to the recipient.
Can I send a gift hamper directly to the recipient?
Yes. Enter the recipient's address as the shipping address when ordering and we'll send the gift directly to them anywhere in Ireland. Explore our gift delivery in Ireland service for more information on shipping across Ireland & Northern Ireland. Your hamper arrives beautifully presented and ready to open.
How quickly will my gift hamper be delivered in Ireland?
We offer Same Day Shipping from our Waterford workshop for all orders placed before 3pm (Monday-Friday). Delivery in the Republic of Ireland, including Dublin, Cork, and Galway, typically takes just 1-2 working days. Our delivery is fast, free and is fully tracked with An Post. Delivery to Northern Ireland normally takes 5–7 working days after shipping.
Can I order a gift hamper from abroad for someone in Ireland?
Yes. You can order online from anywhere in the world and have your gift hamper delivered directly to someone in Ireland. Simply enter the recipient's address as the shipping address when ordering.
Can I include a message with my gift hamper?
Yes. Add your personal message in the cart when ordering and we'll handwrite it on a card (all our cards are designed & printed in Ireland) and pop it in with your hamper. There is no extra charge for this.
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