January 18, 2010

209 – Tower View Self Catering Ireland Westport Mayo

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Tower View Self Catering is a newly built modern bungalow, with all mod cons, situated in a quiet, peaceful location yet close to all amenities. Only 5 minutes walk to shop, pub, church and post office. The historic village of Aughagower is 4 miles from the busy tourist town of Westport, with its choice of restaurants, shops, leisure centre, cinema and many other family attractions.

Aughagower is situated along the walking route of the Tóchar Valley Way, the ancient pilgrim path from Ballintubber Abbey to Croagh Patrick. St Patrick’s Church in Aughagower makes an ideal stop over on St Patrick’s Pilgrimage and is a suitable location for prayer and reflection. This is an ideal base for touring with Achill, Connemara, Galway city and Ireland West Airport Knock – all within 1 hours drive.

Lake fishing within half a mile. The renowned fishing lakes of Carra and Mask are also within easy reach. Convenient to many championship golf courses including Westport, Ballinrobe and Castlebar. Par 3 Golf Course in nearby Ballintubber village. The newly built ‘Westport Country Lodge Hotel’ is only 1 mile from Tower View. The hotel offers a 9 hole golf course and bar food is served daily.

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December 18, 2009

202 – Devenish View Self Catering Tourmakeady Mayo Ireland

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Devenish View Self Catering is a luxurious self catering accommodation, situated on near Lough Mask, Tourmakeady, County Mayo. The spacious property has 5 bedrooms, and can host up to 9 people. This accommodation is perfect for couples looking to get away, or fishing enthusiasts. Devenish View is situated at the foot of the Partry Mountains enjoying expansive views of Lough Mask. It is an ideal base for touring the west of Ireland. Westport, Castlebar, Cong, Achill and Connemara are all within 1 hours reach. This area is popular for hill walking, angling, golf and pony trekking. It is an ideal location for relaxation.

The home has a fully equipped kitchen with all the mod cons, such as a microwave, dishwasher, and all kitchen utensils. There is also a fully equipped laundry room with washing machine and dryer.

There are five cosy bedrooms that sleep up to 9 people. One bedroom is a master ensuite with a double bed, two bedroms have double beds, one has one single beds, and the fifth bedroom has a double and a single bed.

During your stay, why not relax in the Glass conservatory, with stunning mountain and lake views.

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September 16, 2009

171 – Paradise Found Self Catering in Mulranny Mayo Ireland

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Paradise Found self catering is a beautiful cottage fully equipped over looking Clew Bay and a stones throw away from the stunning Achill Island. Everything you need is at this location. Hiking, swimming, walking, surfing or simple relaxation.

Jutting proudly into the Atlantic Ocean, County Mayo boasts a stunningly beautiful unspoilt environment with a magical attraction for visitors. Cosmopolitan towns such as Westport positively burst with charm and personality, as welcoming as the Mayo people themselves. The standard and availability of accommodation is excellent. Unique attractions include Croagh Patrick, Ireland’s holy mountain with the starkly beautiful National Famine Memorial at its foot; Westport House Estate, ancestral home of the Browne family, Knock Shrine, scene of an miraculous apparition in 1879 and Ballintubber Abbey, the Abbey that refused to die.

History comes alive at the world famous Céide Fields near Ballycastle in North Mayo, at Foxford Woollen Mills, Hennigans Heritage Farm and the new National Museum of Ireland’s Museum of Country Life, which opened in Autumn 2001 just outside Castlebar, the county town. Sporting opportunities abound especially fishing of all sorts including the River Moy in Ballina where the salmon is king.

There are watersports, hiking and walking, golf links and courses, horseriding and cycling… the list is endless. Sandy beaches, clear waters and beautiful islands. Superb restaurants, pubs of character and of course the irresistable tumbling melodies of traditional Irish music spilling onto the streets.

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September 11, 2009

170 – Murphys Self Catering in Westport Mayo Ireland

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Murphys self catering is a family run luxury two-story detached house. Four star Board Failte approved (2009) Convenient to Westport town in Co.Mayo. This house is situated in a quiet relaxing area. 1.5km from town.

With Four bedrooms, three Ensuites, bathroom with shower, downstairs toilet, two sitting rooms both with TV and DVD players.

Large kitchen/dinning room, large enclosed garden with shed, patio, garden furniture, barbeque and childrens play area.

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July 31, 2009

158 – Thatched Cottage in Westport Mayo Ireland

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Quaint Thatched Cottage in Drummin village located approximately 10 miles south of Westport in County Mayo. The hilly areas around the village present an attractive web of winding, leafy lanes festooned with honeysuckle and wild roses in season. From the hilltops, superb panoramic views extend across Clew Bay to Clare Island, once a stronghold of the Pirate Queen, Gráinne Uaile.

The popular town of Westport is well worth a visit with a wide range of shops, restaurants, pubs and bars, and is alive with traditional music and rich Irish heritage. There are also good fishing rivers within easy reach, including the Erriff River, approximately 8 miles away, and the Delphi River, approximately 6 miles away in the Doolough Valley.

For those who enjoy a good walk, nearby Croagh Patrick awaits with invigorating hikes and stunning views. For a memorable day trip, why not head south into County Galway, just over half an hour’s drive away, with magnificent coastal scenery and the world renowned Connemara National Park.

The Property:
The Thatched Cottage is a traditional style Irish cottage set on the outskirts of the sleepy hamlet of Drummin, 10 miles from Westport in County Mayo. Dating back over 200 years the cottage has a number of quirky features, which add to its charm and appeal, including uneven and sloping floors, low-height door frames and a traditional Irish fireplace complete with woodburner. The property provides compact, simple but comfortable accommodation with an open plan living area, cosy family bedroom and additional smaller bedroom.

Outside, the lawned garden with seating offers views of the nearby mountains, while excellent walking and hiking are available from the door. Lovely character accommodation in a pleasant rural area.

Accommodation:
All ground floor. Two bedrooms: 1 x family room with 1 double and 1 single bed. Shower room with shower cubicle, basin and WC. Compact open plan living area with basic kitchen facilities, dining area and sitting area with woodburner.

Amenities:
Electric storage heating, woodburner in sitting area. Gas cooker, microwave, fridge, washing machine, colour TV, DVD, CD/cassette player. Fuel, power & starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent. Bed linen & towels inc. in rent. Cot & highchair available on request. Off road parking for 3 cars. Lawned garden to front with garden table & chairs.

One well behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop/pub 5 mins walk.

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