2a Glynsk House

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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside

Mr Graham
October 2018

“2a Glynsk is a clean and well equipped cottage for up to 8 pers that provides a good base for touring Connemara.”

An open peat fire supplements the effective electrical heating. There is a good bar/ restaurant adjacent, for a little local flavour. Only negative comment is that the double mattresses were tired , and need replacement. Also a couple of light bulbs needed changing. Would book cottage again.

An open peat fire supplements the effective electrical heating. There is a good bar/ restaurant adjacent, for a little local flavour. Only negative comment is that the double mattresses were tired , and need replacement. Also a couple of light bulbs needed changing. Would book cottage again.
Mrs Wilmot August 2017

“While the cottage itself was fab we found that it was too far away from things to do and we were very limited in what we could do with 4 kids.”
A FlipKey verified reviewer August 2014

“Nice house in picturesque area”

We arrived at the house well before dark and were promptly greeted by Anne Keane, the property manager. She was very friendly and helpful. She told us not to worry at all about our checkout time three days away, because she had no one else scheduled, which was very accommodating. The house is large and airy with beautiful knotty pine doors and woodwork. The workmanship of the trim and bathroom tilework was noticeably above average. We found all rooms clean and quite comfortable. There was a generous supply of peat to burn in the fireplace and knock the chill off. The only two negative things about the house itself were minor. First, the dryer was upstairs and the washer down. Not a huge problem, but an inconvenience nonetheless. Also, the washer door was tricky to unlatch. Anne showed us how to do it with a butter knife, but we were afraid we could break the latch each time we used the knife to open the door. The location of Carna is beautiful, wild, and remote. There is a wonderful gift shop/restaurant called The Glynsk House a stone's throw from the guest house. We purchased gifts from the shop, as well as ate lunch at the restaurant, which serves delicious food. The parking lot was usually quite crowded. The only detracting thing about our 3-night experience at 2a Glynsk House was it's remote location. It was over an hour's drive to Galway which we visited twice. However, the countryside is breathtaking through the wild and wonderful Connemara region. It might be advisable to take some time to pre-plan your days in order to limit your time driving to and from the far-flung tourist destinations in the region.
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Glynsk Cottages

The property

Summary

Four bedrooms: 2 x ground floor double (one with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC), 2 x twin
Shower room with shower, basin and WC
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Utility
Sitting room (seats 5) with dining area (seats 6) and open fire.
Electric central heating with open fire
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Saorview, DVD, selection of books and games
Fuel, power and starter pack for open fire inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair
Ample off road parking
Rear lawned garden with furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 4 miles, pub/restaurant 1 min walk
Coast 1 mile.

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About the location

CARNA, COUNTY GALWAY

Clifden 23 miles; Galway 49 miles.

The small, quiet village of Carna in the heart of the Irish speaking area of Connemara gaeltacht is set on the shores of Galway Bay, overlooking Galway Harbour, in the scenic region of Connemara. Carna is noted for its traditional Irish music and singing, and music sessions are held weekly in the local pubs and hotel. For walkers, runners, cyclists and hillwalkers,the area provides opportunities unrivalled for their tranquillity and scenery. The quiet roads leading to Mweenish Island and the local coves are ideal for family cycling. Lying off the coast of Carna is St. MacDara's Island, a site of pilgrimage and mass held on 16th July each year. The famous sailing crafts, the 'Galway Hookers' were made in Carna, as well as a small boat called the Currach, and the area is well known for the skilled boat makers who crafted them. There are still some working examples of the 'Galway Hooker' moored at Mweenish Island and Cashel Bay and 'hooker' regattas are held throughout July and August. There is great fishing in the area with many working piers providing an ideal place for lobster, crab and mackerel fishing, while Connemara National Park, home to the famous Connemara Pony and Kylemore Abbey are both within easy reach, providing great days out for all the family.

Cashel near Carna, County Galway (Ref. 20733)

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