Sligo 6.1 miles.
Perched in an elevated position, just outside of the popular town of Sligo, County Sligo, is The Lake Cottage.
Perfect for a couple or solo traveller this characterful cottage offers a welcoming space for a peaceful break, with local woodland walks, views of Lough Gill, and a toasty woodburning stove, this cottage is ideal all year round.
Stone steps lead you up to the cottage, where exposed stone walls create a traditional appeal to an Irish home-from-home.
Enter the kitchen/diner, fit with all the appliances you need for a self-catering stay, along with a corner dining table where you can catch up on the day's events over dinner.
From here, the sitting room invites you to cosy up with your loved one in front of the woodburning stove while you flick through the channels on the TV.
When sleep calls, venture off to the double bed and rest your head before a day of exploring your surroundings, and when you wake, the shower room offers a walk-in shower so you can freshen up.
Outside, take advantage of the shared garden, home to a fire pit and barbecue, so you can dine al fresco and enjoy the picture-perfect views of Lough Gill and the mountains.
Sligo is a charming town with a rich history and culture that is well worth visiting if you can tear yourself away from your home away from home.
Sligo Abbey, a 13th-century monastery with beautiful Gothic architecture, and The Model, a must-see for art lovers, house The Niland Collection, a world-renowned collection of paintings, sculptures, and other works of art.
The Yeats Society Sligo is a lovely day out for those interested in the works of Nobel Prize-winning poet W.B.
Yeats, and the town is also home to many great shops, restaurants, and pubs, making it the ideal place to spend a few days exploring.
Further afield, you can visit Strandhill for stunning beaches along the wild Atlantic Bay, or Rosses Point for a stroll around the harbour.
The Lake Cottage is a wonderful and romantic retreat, any time of year.
Note: This property can be booked with Ref: 1102987 together sleeping 10 guests.