Friendly Homes of Ireland 2004 Historic Homes, Inns, Castles, Bed and Breakfasts

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THE ANGLERS' RETURN, Lynnette Hill,

TOOMBEOLA, ROUNDSTONE
TEL (095) 31091
B&B from €50
DINNER by arrangement

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Open 01/02 - 01/12. 4 bedrooms, 1 ensuite.

In a lovely corner of the most magnificent landscape of Europe, between the mountains & the sea, overlooking the Balynahinch River, nestles this special home. Peace, space, log-fires, books & lovely rambling gardens create an atmosphere in which guests can relax & be cared for in this charming house of timeless elegance & comfort. Great walks & fishing (own lakes), beaches, golf, restaurants nearby. RAC, Frommers, Trailblazers & Bridgestone recommended. Take N59 Clifden Rd. from Galway for 38 miles. 2 miles after Recess turn left for 4m

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CROCNARAW, Lucy Fretwell

MOYARD, CONNEMARA, CO. GALWAY.
TEL & FAX (095)41068
B&B from €40.00 DINNER €32
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT from €15

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Open 01/05 - 31/10. 6 ensuite double bedrooms.
Self-catering cottage available.

A lovely Georgian House on the shores of Ballinakill Bay in delightful prize-winning gardens with an informal relaxing atmosphere, 8 km from Clifden & close to Connemara National Park. Private fishing. Peat & log fires. A haven of peace & tranquility. Christmas - by arrangement. Dinner 8.00 p.m. Book 1 day in advance. Full licence. Credit cards.

Das georgianische Haus an der Küste der Ballinakillbucht mit seinem preisgekröntem Garten empfängt Sie mit einer herzlichen Atmosphäre.8 km von Clifden entfernt. Private Fischgründe. Schöne Kamine. Selbstgeerntetes Gemüse. Meeresfrüchte sind die Spezialität des Restaurants.

Una casa in stile Georgiano sulle spiagge di Ballinakill Bay in stupendi giardini premiati con un informale atmosfera rilassante, a 8 Km da Clifden. Laghetto privato per pescare. Il pesce e` la specialita` nel ristorante.

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EMLAGHMORE LODGE, Nicholas Tinne

BALLYCONNEELY, CONNEMARA,CO. GALWAY
TEL: (095) 23529 Fax 095 23860
B&B €50 - €65
DINNER from €35.00
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT from €30.00

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Open 01/04 - 12/11. 3 double bedrooms, 2 ensuite.
Self catering cottages available

Small 19th C. lodge, elegantly & aesthetically furnished, between the beautiful Roundstone bog & the Atlantic. With its own fishing, it has belonged to the Tinne family for 75 years. Clifden, the capital of Connemara, 8 miles; Roundstone, a picturesque fishing village, 6 miles; Links golf course at Ballyconneely. Good pubs & restaurants, & sailing, fishing, riding, hill walking & windsurfing. Credit Cards. Dinner 8.30 p.m. Book in 24 hrs. advance. Wine Licence.

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KILLEEN HOUSE, Catherine Doyle

KILLEEN, BUSHYPARK, GALWAY .
TEL (091)524179, FAX (091)528065
B&B from €60.00 - €80.00
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT €45

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Open 30/12-23/12. 5 large en suite bedrooms

Built in 1840 the house is set in 12ha. of grounds down to the shores of Lough Corrib. 2 minutes from the cityand right next door to the grounds and golf course of the 5* Glenlo Abbey Hotel, it is on the N59 (the main Clifden road). It is an ideal base from which to explore Connemara, The Burren, Aran Islands & Galway. AA ***** Credit cards. Open 30/12-23/12. 5 large en suite bedrooms with antique furniture, telephone, TV, & tea/coffee facility.

Das Haus,1840 erbaut, befindet sich auf 12 Hektar Land unmittelbar an der Küste von Lough Corrib. An der N 59( die Hauptstrasse nach Clifden) gelegen, ist es ein idealer Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge nach Connemare, den Burren, den Aran Inseln und nach Galway. AA*****.

La casa costruita nel 1840 e` sistemata in 12 acri di terreno giu` per la spiaggia di Lough Corrib. Sulla N59 (la strada principale di Clifden) e` il posto ideale dal quale esplorare il Connemara, il Burren, le isole di Aran e Galway. Raccomandato AA*****. Accettasi Carte di Credito.

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LISDONAGH HOUSE , John & Finola Cooke

CAHERLISTRANE, NEAR HEADFORD, GALWAY
TEL (093)31163, FAX (093)31528
B&B from €65.00 - €132.00

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A real find! An early Georgian Manor in private woodland overlooking Lough Hackett. Individually decorated bedrooms with "state of the art" bathrooms. Public rooms retain an old world ambience. The cooking is superb, Gourmet Dinner served at 8.00 p.m. - book by noon. Wine licence. Children welcome. Dogs allowed outside. Open 15/03-31/10. Credit cards. 10 en suite rooms. Victorian courtyard apartments available. Entire house available for exclusive rental.

Ein Schmuckstück! Ein frühes georgianisches Herrenhaus auf privatem Waldland mit Blick nach Lough Hackett.Individuell eingerichtete Schlafzimmer mit modernsten Bädern.Die Atmosphäre der Salons versetzt die Gäste in die Stimmung vergangener Zeiten.Excellente Küche.

Una vera trovata! Una precoce casa in stile Georgiano in un bosco privato affacciato sopra a Lough Hackett. Le stanze da letto sono individualmente arredate. I salotti sono tenuti in vecchio stile. La cucina e` superba, Deliziosa cena servita alle 7.30. Prenotazioni a mezzogiorno. Licenza per servire il vino. I bambini sono i benvenuti. E` ammesso tenere cani all'esterno.

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MOYCULLEN HOUSE, The Casburn Family

MOYCULLEN, CO. GALWAY.
TEL (091) 555621
B & B from €60
DINNER from €34.00

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Cosy 100 year old house in Arts & Crafts Style, surrounded by 33 acres of Rhododendron & Azaleas. 8 miles from Galway city, midway between Connemara & the Burren. Golf, fishing & riding arranged. Superb A la Carte Restaurant, full licence & excellent wine list. Dinner from 7pm. Log & turf fires. Children welcome. Open all year except Christmas. Credit cards. 3 bedrooms all with private bathroom.

Gemütliches 100 Jahre altes Haus im Stil von William Morris, umgeben von 16 Hektar Rhododendron und Azalien. 8 Meilen entfernt von Galway, zwischen Connemara und Burren gelegen. Golf, Angeln und Reiten können organisiert werden. Ausgezeichnetes a la Carte Restaurant mit hervorragender Weinauswahl.

Intima casa di 100 anni in arte e stile artigiano, circondato da 33 acri di Rhododendron e Azeleas. A 8 milia da Galway, a meta` strada fra Connemara e il Burren. Golf, pesca e cavalcate. Un eccellente ristorante con molta scelta di vini. Cena servita dalle 7.00pm. I bambini sono i benvenuti.

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RAILWAY LODGE, Carmel Geoghegan

CANROWER, OUGHTERARD, CO. GALWAY.
TEL (091)552945,
B&B from €35 - €40
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT from €10

A memorable find! This is a delightful small country house set in idyllic Connemara countryside. The rooms are all different, with a flavour of old pine furniture, fresh yellow and white decor, Irish linen and polished pine floors are the hallmark of Railway, where relaxation is the order of the day. The ensuite bedrooms are fresh, airy and peaceful with no telephones or TV. Fine hospitality and good food in a location well placed for touring Galway, South Mayo, and The Burren. Credit cards accepted.Open 15/01 - 15/12 3 double rooms & 1 family room, all en suite

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ROSE COTTAGE, John O'Toole

ROCKFIELD, MOYARD, CO. GALWAY.
TEL (095)41082,
B&B from €30.00 DINNER from €20.00
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT from €7.00

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Open 01/04 - 01/10. 4 en-suite rooms with hair dryers & tea makers. 2 other double rooms.

Family run farmhouse with interesting historical associations in the Twelve Pins mountain range. The rugged rustic beauty of Connemara. Swimming, fishing, walking, golf, mountain climbing, island trips & much more in the locality. Relax at our open turf fire. Home baking, seafood a speciality. Fruit & herb garden. 4 km Letterfrack & National Park, 8km Kylemore Abbey, 9km. Clifden. Children welcome. National Agri-Tourism Winner, Gault Millau, Karen Brown etc. French spoken. Dinner 7pm book by 4pm. Credit cards. Wine Licence.

Familiengeführtes Bauernhaus, gelegen bei den Twelve Pins Bergen inmitten der rauhen und schönen Landschaft von Connemara. Schwimmen, Angeln, Wandern, Golf, Bergsteigen, In-seltouren und vieles mehr. Entspannen Sie sich bei Torffeuer. Eigene Bäckerei. Spezialitäten des Meeres. Obst- und Kräutergarten. 4 km bis Letterfrack und zum Nationalpark, 8 km bis Kylemore Abbey, 9 km bis Clifden.

Tenuta nella montagna di "Twelve Pins". Piscina, pesca, camminate, golf, arrampicate sulle montagne, viaggi nell'isola e tante altre stupende attivita` in questo luogo. Il pesce e` la specialita` della casa. A 4 Km da Letterfrack e il Parco Nazionale e a 8 Km da Kylemore Abbey. I bambini sono i benvenuti. Vincitori del premio nazionale come miglior Agriturismo.

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ST. CLERAN'S , Ken Bergin

CRAUGHWELL, CO. GALWAY.
TEL (091) 846555 FAX (091) 8428893550
B &B from €240.00
DINNER from €50.00

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Probably one of the three top places to stay in Ireland for the luxury of the rooms, the superb service and the mouth watering meals. The film director John Huston's old home has been luxuriously refurbished to 21st century standards & provides stunning yet intimate accommodation in this impressive Regency mansion. Set in 20 ha. of parkland, with woods, trout stream & lake, it is an idyllic haven. Championship golf & riding nearby. Shannon 80 km, Galway 30 km. Open all year. Dinner 7-9 pm, book by 6pm. Credit cards. 12 en-suite bedrooms, of which our favourites are either one of the downstairs garden suites, with their private terraces, or the Angelica Suite.

Das ehemalige Haus des Filmregisseurs John Huston wurde luxeriös auf den Standard des 21. Jh. restauriert. Die Unterkunft beeindruckt durch seine private Atmosphäre. Das Haus befindet sich in einer 20 Hektar grossen Parklandschaft mit vielen Bäumen und einem See mit Forellen.Golf und Reiten in der Nähe.Shannon 80 km und Galway 30 km entfernt.

La vecchia casa di John Huston e` stata lussuriamente ristrutturata nel Ventunesimo secolo, ma lasciata uguale alla sua epoca e provvede a sbalordire ancora. Sistemata in un grande parco, con boschi, trote di ruscello e laghi e` un paradiso idillico. Campionati di golf nelle vicinanze. Shannon a 80 Km, Galway 30 Km.

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WATERFALL LODGE, Kathleen Dolly

OUGHTERARD, CO GALWAY
Tel 091 552168
B&B from €40
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT €15

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Open 30/12-23/12. 6 ensuite rooms.

A very attractive and beautifully maintained elegant period house on the banks of the Owenriff River. Picturesque gardens with rare shrubs & trees. Walking distance from the village. AA 5 diamond. Furnished with family antiques. Private fishing. Log & turf fires. Wide breakfast menu. Close to excellent restaurants. Ideal base for touring Connemara, The Burren, Aran Islands. 5 championship Golf Courses within 1 hour. Horse riding, lake & river fishing, hill walking, golf, & boat trips locally. Children welcome. A 'Cead Mile Failte' awaits you.

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KILCOLGAN CASTLE, , Karen O'Sullivan KILCOLGAN, GALWAY BAY TEL (091)796112 B&B from €100.00, Dinner from €36.00 Very elegant and romantic tower on the shore of Galway Bay. 2 suites each with 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. Weekly rental available.	Back to Top
Rosleague Manor Hotel. Letterfrack TEL (095) 41101 FAX (095) 41168 B&B €88.89 - €95.26. Delightful Georgian house overlooking the sea. 20 en suite rooms.	Reserve your rooms!
Seamist House, Sheila Griffin Clifden, Connemara, Co. Galway. Tel: +353 95 21441 B&B from €35 - €50 Built in 1825, SeaMist House was bought by the in the 1920s and has been a family home since then. The house has a warmth and style of its own, which I have built upon making it a memorable place to stay. All rooms are ensuite and, as with houses of its era, ceilings are high - there's lots of space. Beside the house there is a cottage garden which you can enjoy, and this continues into the house with flowers in your room and throughout the house. From the garden also comes fruit from which jam and compote are made which add to your breakfast and complement the home-made breads and scones served	Reserve your rooms!
The Heron’s Rest Sorcha Molloy 16a Longwalk, Spanish Arch, Galway, Tel: +353 (0) 86-337 9343 B&B from €45 - €55 Overlooking the famous Claddagh Harbour and Galway Bay, you will find quality contemporary "boutique" accommodation and a specialized gourmet breakfast. Ideally suited to couples each double room has great sea views, with own private bathroom. Rooms are furnished with Bathrobes, slippers and a welcome drink of sherry from cut Galway crystal. Situated within 2 mins distance from Quay St & The City Centre. It is also a wonderful base from which to explore the Burren, Connemara & the Aran Islands.	Reserve your rooms!
the house hotel Deirdre Sands Spanish Parade Galway B&B from €75.00 - €150.00 Luxurious boutique hotel located in the heart of Galway City. The House Hotel represents the ideal "Home away from home" with its cosy atmosphere, chic style, excellent facilities and personalised service. Features of the guestrooms include flat screen TVs, with internet access, laptop safe, tuck box and crisp white linen. The downside is rather small rooms.	Reserve your rooms!
the g Irina Agostinelli On a roundabout in Galway's 'burbs B&B from €120.00 100 bedroomed 5 * hotel, voted by Condé Nast Traveler as one of the top hotels in the world, the g Hotel is located minutes from Eyre Square with views over Lough Atalia. With Philip Treacy as design director, the g's interior is a mixture of Hollywood glamour and contemporary elegance, with 101 luxurious guest bedrooms. Set amidst a Zen Garden is the spa, ESPA at the g. The restaurant, Riva at the g, offers an Irish-Italian fusion with velvet banquette seating and bay views.	Reserve your rooms!
Ashford Castle Niall Rochford Cong, Co Mayo B&B from €120.00 to €300.00 13th Century Castle located 40 minutes from Galway City. Once the estate of Lord Ardilaun and the Guinness Family. Ashford Castle opened as a luxury hotel in 1939. 83 guest rooms are of the highest standards with incredible lake or river views. 9 hole golf and tennis. Other activities include archery, clay pigeon, fishing, horseback riding, cruising on the lake and falconry. The Health Centre comprises: sauna, jacuzzi, steam room, gym area and treatment rooms	Reserve your rooms!
The Twelve Bearna, Co Galway B&B from €60 The hotel at the Crossroads.. where history and tradition meet luxury and style. Just a stone's throw from Galway's 'City of the Tribes' and set amidst the celebrated beauty of the West of Ireland on the fringe of Connemara, traditional Ireland and the new come together as one. The Twelve hotel in Bearna, Galway combines a modern and fun design with a uniquely refreshing and very personal experience. Your days at The Twelve are filled with pampering and regeneration, activities and pursuits, both cultural and epicurean. Dine in a world class restaurant and learn more about the art of food and wine pairing. Celebrate life in the Champagne Bar or experience the local atmosphere of The Pins Bar where you will enjoy the 'ceoil agus craic' and maybe even pick up a bit of Gaelic.	Reserve your rooms!
The Hotel Meyrick Cian O'Broin Eyre Square, Galway B&B from €55.00 - €200.00 Originally built in 1845, this Victorian hotel was extensively renovated in 2003. Overlooking Eyre Square, the Grant Hotel Meyrick, formerly the Great Southern Hotel, is a stylish combination of old world features and modern luxuries. Its 99 guest rooms offer a range of executive rooms, junior and senior suites. The award-winning Oyster Room Restaurant has an extensive menu. The Square Spa & Health Club has a wide range of fitness equipment, outdoor Canadian hot tub and beauty treatments	Reserve your rooms!

County Mayo

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BALLYWARREN COUNTRY HOUSE, David & Diane Skelton

CROSS, CONG, CO. MAYO.
TEL & FAX (094) 9546989 ,
B&B €62.00 - €68.00, DINNER €38.00
SINGLE ROOM from €90.00

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This delightful country home has been lovingly created to reflect the charm & character of the late 18th century. Beautiful bedroom suites, , full size bathrooms, some 4 poster & hand carved beds, log fires, good food & wine, A.A. 5 diamonds. Good Hotel Guide, Close to Connemara & lakes. Dinner served 8.00 p.m., book by 10.00 am. Wine Licence. French spoken. Children over 12 years or under 12 months welcome. Credit Cards. Open 01/01-31/12. 3 ensuite rooms.

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Park Inn Mulranny

Mulrany, Co. Mayo
B&B from €75.00 to €105.00

The Park Inn Mulranny (formerly the Great Western Hotel) is a stunning hotel perched on a unique site overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Situated on a 42 acre woodland estate the hotel has retained much of its original character and charm which is combined with the very best in contemporary comfort and style. Facilities include 41 unique and comfortable guest bedrooms and 20, 2 bedroom apartment suites and full leisure facilities including 20 meter swimming pool. The local Blue Flag Beach is just a short walk away via the "causeway".

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Mount Falcon Country House Hotel, Alan Maloney

Ballina
B&B from €90.00 to €140.00

De luxe 32 bedroomed 4**** standard family run destination located on the west bank of the River Moy between Foxford and Ballina in County Mayo. The hotel facilities include: The first class Kitchen Restaurant, the welcoming ""Boathole Bar"", 2 miles of private fishing on the River Moy, a leisure centre with a 17m swimming pool, treatment rooms

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Ardmore Country House Pat and Noreen Hoban

The Quay Westport, Co Mayo
B&B from €75.00 to €95.00

Ardmore House is a purpose built 13 bedroomed exclusive 4**** boutique guesthouse offering individual style, super food and a high level of personal service. Idyllically situated overlooking Clew Bay with breathtaking sunsets in the shadow of Croagh Patrick. A perfect home from home.

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Dun Maeve

Newport Road, Westport, Co. Mayo
Tel 098 26529
B&B from €45 - €55

An elegant town built in the Georgian style over 100 years ago. Renovated to the highest standards while maintaining its unique character. An historical house that has been the home of an Irish RM, and its 200 year old coach house was used to billetsoldiers during the rebellion, and to house German refugees after World War 2. Behind the house there is a large garden whichis the riot of colour during the summer. A warm welcome and a relaxed atmosphere should make your stay a memorable one.

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Knockranyy Lodge

Westport, Co Mayo
B&B from €40.00 to €75.00

Knockranny Lodge is a purpose built 4 Star guesthouse on the outskirts of beautiful Westport. This stylish and elegant property is perched on an elevated position overlooking the town, Croagh Patrick and island studded waters of Clew Bay. The spectacular scenery and unsurpassed beauty that lies before you will simply take your breath away. Thier sister hotel, just up the drive, is a seriously fine modern 4 star hotel

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