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County Cavan
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ROCKWOOD HOUSE, James & Susan McCauley
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Pretty house on the site of an old Victorian rectory, reconstructed in the
same style, this attractive home is surrounded by lawns & gardens.
The woodland backdrop makes a most peaceful atmosphere. Guests can
enjoy breakfast overlooking the garden, or relax by a log fire on a cold
winter's evening. From Cavan take the N3 for Monaghan 6.5km; bear right at sign
for Monaghan & Butlersbridge onto N54; house 3km on left. 15 km South of
Clones. Open 5/1 - 17/12. Credit cards accepted. Children
welcome. Dogs allowed. 4 en suite rooms. Meals: The
Derragarra Inn in Butlersbridge or Gearoid and Tara Lynchs Olde Post
Inn at Cloverhill (047) 55555. Recommended by Sawday's Special Places
to Stay and Karen Brown |
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SUNNYSIDE HOUSE Dieter & Bridget Koston
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| A turn of the century doctor's residence, modernised but still exuding the easy charm of the era. The relaxing gardens, which slope down to a little stream, provide fresh fruit, herbs, honey & vegetables for seasonal cuisine. Ample information on places of interest, open gardens & houses, is readily available in rooms. The village on the lough side is a stroll down the hill. The lake sprang from a fairy well and the name is derived from the Irish word for a calf (Gamhna). In the 500s, a monastery was established on Inchmore Island but was raided by the Vikings in 804. This is a really charming corner of the hidden Ireland, where time passes gently and relaxation is certain. Open all year. Dinner 7.30pm, book by 2pm.. Credit cards. 4 bedrooms. | |
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| Riverside House, Joe & Una Smith Cootehill, Co.Cavan TEL (049) 5552150 B&B from around 30.00 Two storey Victorian house overlooking the river Annaree set in its own grounds complete with mature trees.1km outside Cootehill. 5 en suite rooms |
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| Prospect Bay Brackley Lake, Ballyconnell, Co.Cavan Tel/Fax: (049) 9523 930 B&B from around 35.00 - 45.00 Convenient for Slieve Russell Hotel & golf, and Marble Arch caves in Fermanagh. Prospect Bay is newly built, ITB approved, has an AA four diamond rating and has just become one of the first B&Bs in Ireland to be awarded the EU Eco Label for environmentally-friendly accommodation. |
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| Macnean House Blacklion, Co.Cavan Tel: (071) 9853022 Dinner, B&B from around 120.00 3* guest house with really outstanding restaurant. |
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| Old Poste Inn Gearoid and Tara Lynch Cloverhill, Belturbet, Cavan Tel: (047) 55555 B&B from around 50.00 The Olde Post Inn is close to the border of Fermanagh and Monaghan. This 200 year old country Inn served as a post office until 1974, and has been lovingly renovated and restored. Stonewalls supporting ancient pine beams and rafters create an ambiance that compliments really good modern Irish cooking. The restaurant is open for dinner, Tuesday-Sunday. Lunch served on Sundays. |
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HOTELS |
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| Farmnham House Cavan B&B around 100.00 Set on magnificent 1,300 acre estate, 4km from Cavan Town, the beautiful Georgian mansion opened in July 2006. The estate incorporates a luxury 158 bedroom Radisson SAS Hotel and a health spa. There are 7km of walking trails and fishing to be enjoyed. |
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| Cabra Castle Kingscourt B&B from around 100.00 On 88 acres of gardens and parkland, with its own nine hole golf course. The bar and restaurant have views over countryside, famous for its lakes and fishing, as well as Dun a Ri Forest Park. An ideal venue for weddings and holiday, specialising in golfing and equestrian holidays. |
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| The Keepers Arms, Bawnboy TEL(049) 5523318 Peaceful & attractive pub with accommodation B&B from about 30.00 |
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| Derragarra Inn, Butlersbridge TEL(049) 5531003 Tons of character & good food in an area that is well worth exploring |
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| The Welcome Inn, Swanlinbar, TEL(049) 5521230 B&B from about 30.00 |
County Louth
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| Balrobin House Kilkerley, Dundalk TEL (042) 9377701 B&B around 45.00 Recently been restored to its former charm and character. The house maintains some of the original features-marble fireplace, walled garden and antique gates. 4 bedrooms, all ensuite. From Dublin take the N1 for Dundalk and the N53 towards Castleblayney Turn left at sign for Balrobin House. 7 km from Dundalk. |
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| Ghan House Carlingford TEL (042) 9373682 B&B around 100.00 Family run Georgian house in medieval heritage town of Carlingford. Bedrooms have sea or mountain views and full en suite bathrooms. Herb vegetable garden. Restaurant, cookery school. Log fires. Stabling. Private car park. Wifi internet access available, free of charge. |
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| Ivy House Blackrock, Dundalk, Co. Louth TEL (042) 9323945 B&B around 45.00 Luxurious Georgian house on shores of Dundalk Bay. Recently renovated to highest standards. All rooms pleasantly decorated with period furnishings and all with sea views and jacuzzi or free standing bath. |
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| The D Hotel B&B from 80.00 to 140.00 Iin the heart of Drogheda town centre overlooking the Boyne, 30 minutes from Dublin Airport. The d is a stylish new hotel offering traditional hospitality and ultra cool contemporary design. |
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| The Oystercatcher Carlingford, Co. Louth TEL (042) 9373922 B&B around 45.00 Bistro with rooms in the centre of medieval Carlingford. Very scenic area 1 hour from Dublin and Belfast airports. The bistro serves modern Irish food but specialises in local fish, oysters, mussels, crab and fresh lobster. Carlingford is an enchanting medieval village |
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| Beaulieu House, Drogheda
Situated on the banks of the river Boyne, down stream from the town of Drogheda, Beaulieu is one of the first unfortified houses in Ireland. Built in a Dutch style for Sir Henry Tichbourne, of whom the present family are ninth generation descendants. Constructed between 12889355 1666, viewing of this classic Irish house is essential, still fully occupied and utilised for family life whilst retaining the original period decoration and furnishings |
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CASTLE
LESLIE, Samantha Leslie
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| Castle Leslie has been the home of the Leslies for over 300 years. Samantha Leslie will welcome you, not as a visitor but as a guest of the family. The bedrooms are steeped in the past. Prince Pierre of Monaco, the Duchess and Duke of Connaught (Queen Victoria's son), the Churchills, Yeats, George Moore, Gogarty were among the many house guests. Paul McCartney was married here in June 2002. Winston Churchill was a first cousin of the Leslies. The castle is set in an estate of 1000 acres. Glaslough lake, beside the castle, is one of the best pike lakes in Ireland. The estate has many natural walkways, a large area of woodlands and numerous specimen trees. Open from Easter to Halloween. Open for Christmas. Dinner 8.00 pm. Major credit cards accepted. | |
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| McEllos Bar, Inniskeen TEL (042) 78355 The poet Patrick Kavanagh's local when he was not observing pretty girls on Raglan Road. Visit the Kavanagh Centre as well. |
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