The Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Mr Loftus
September 2019

“Very enjoyable place , very quiet ,would stay again”
Ms Quirke August 2019

“The owners were very welcoming on our arrival.”

The cottage provided an excellent base for our two week holiday in Ireland. It is in a relatively quiet spot about 5 miles outside the town of Castlebar. It was cosy and quite comfortable with lots of thoughtful personal touches, although it could do with an additional small sofa/loveseat-size soft chair to really give two people a space to stretch out and relax after a day's touring. Currently, aside from the 4 wooden dining chairs, there is just the one small sofa and a wicker chair available. The kitchen area was well stocked with utensils and appliances though no dishwasher was available which might not be suitable for some people. There was a separate utility room with washing machine but no dryer. The property could use an airer on which to hang washing. The satellite TV system doesn't work at all but there are basic RTE TV and radio stations available. The wi-fi was excellent. We had no problem with connectivity and were able to play radio stations via the BBC iPlayer Radio app and stream Sky TV from our devices without any difficulty which largely made up for the lack of satellite TV. The property was well stocked with books, board games and useful travel information. The mezzanine level bedroom (containing 2 single beds) is useful if needed and accessed via a fold-down ladder from the main room though it proved to be very noisy throughout the house when used. Overall in spite of some drawbacks it was a restful cottage in a lovely spot which we looked forward to returning to each night. The outside table and chairs proved a delightful sitting/reading area on sunny days.
Mr Fabre July 2019

“The bathroom need to be repaired.”

The shower and the back of the toilets were leaking on the ground from every parts, the sink didn't close we'll. On the other hand, the rest was perfect.
Ms Hamilton June 2019

“Uncomfortable beds, inadequate comfortable seating, cottage was really grubby & is in need of a really thorough clean, floor was particularly dirty.”

Kitchen very grubby & we had to wash everything before use. There was no welcome pack, such as milk in fridge (always with other cottage letting websites) and the first page of housekeeping book includes information on what to do when leaving (whilst I appreciate this information is necessary, does it really have to be the first thing you see in the housekeeping book - not very welcoming)
vosh86 April 2015

“Stunning idyllic traditional irish cottage. A little slice of heaven”

We were welcomed by the owners who showed us all the essentials and left us such a sweet welcome basket with tasty foods. The cottage is so well seT out with a fantastically stocked kitchen, lots of board games and books for rainy days maps and lots of stuff about the area. The scene is set with a turf fire and loft space to hang out in. Hands down one of the nicest places I've stayed in IIreland.
A FlipKey verified reviewer August 2014

“stay at the cottage”

the cottage is lovely and cosy .there is plenty of turf for the open fire and there is also central heating. the kitchen has every thing,even needles and thread.its in a nice quiet place but not too far out.there is also a shop next door the couple that own it are lovely. when we arrived they had on a big fire and had in some food for a cup of tea.i would go back again
Dieter September 2013

“holiday for the soul”

beautyful, quiet situated, very warm welcome and excellent equiped. The cottage is good for a couple or small family with older childrens which want to have a calm staying. Your neighbar is a butcher with a small shop, having best lambchops we ever had for barbeque. Some of the facility is made by old traditional irish style. You may able to use all amenities on the site as open barbeque site, camping chairs and tables, a big open barn and herb garden. The only thing which need to renovate is the shower cabin.Inside the cottage is attached to a groundfloor-bedroom a open loft with 2 beds, reachable by a very steep ladder. (not good for young childrens or older people)
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The property

This charming, detached cottage sits in a pretty, rural location, just 5 miles from the lively town of Castlebar, County Mayo.

With enchanting views of the surrounding countryside, this Castlebar cottage is an ideal base for a couple or a small group of friends looking to discover this beautiful region of Ireland.

Offering character features, with thick stone walls and a quaint half-door style entrance, this cottage near Castlebar allows guests to experience traditional, Irish country living.

There is a comfortable double bedroom with dressing room on the ground floor, and a mezzanine sleeping area that overlooks the sitting room, allowing flexible and fun sleeping arrangements for additional members of your group.

The inviting crackle of the turf fire in the open plan living area will provide a warming glow on chilly evenings, whilst on warmer occasions, guests can take a seat on the sun-trap patio garden outside this Castlebar cottage, light up a barbecue, and enjoy the delights of alfresco dining.

The area of Castlebar offers a fantastic touring base for County Mayo as it sits in a central position.

As the largest town in Mayo, Castlebar offers an abundance of shops, and a great selection of pubs and restaurants, as well as Castlebar's 18 hole golf club, and the Royal Theatre where performances and concerts can be enjoyed.

Westport, famous for its traditional Irish music is a short drive from Castlebar, as is the Connemara National Park, Galway and Sligo.

Travel a short distance to Pontoon Bridge, where you cross the narrow waterway linking Lough Conn and Lough Cullin.

The mighty River Moy, famous for its salmon fishing, flows from Lough Cullin to its destination at Ballina estuary.

Explore the beautiful shoreline of Lough Conn with its many sandy inlets and nature trails with Nephin Mountain towering in the distance.

This quaint cottage near Castlebar has pretty views and a traditional homely atmosphere and is sure to delight you.

Summary

Mostly ground floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x mezzanine twin
Shower room with shower, basin and WC
Open plan living area with fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting area with open fire
External utility.
Oil central heating with stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine in utility, TV with Saorview, DVD, radio, WiFi, selection of books and games
Fuel and power inc. in rent May - Sept, €30 fuel supplement Oct - April inclusive, payable direct to owner
Turf for open fire inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 3 cars
Front lawned garden with furniture and BBQ, patio to side and rear
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 2 mins walk, pub 4.5 miles
Note: The mezzanine sleeping area is reached via a ladder and may not be suitable for young children, the elderly or the infirm.

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About the location

CASTLEBAR, COUNTY MAYO

Westport 17 miles; Claremorris 23 miles; Sligo 52 miles

County Mayo’s largest town by population and rich in history, Castlebar is centrally located enjoying access to most of the county’s attractions and beyond. The town is a major destination for shoppers from all over the west of Ireland and also boasts a wide selection of pubs, restaurants and other amenities, including the 18-hole Castlebar Golf Club and the Royal Theatre, where regular shows and concerts can be enjoyed. The engaging Museum of Country Life, Ireland’s only National Museum outside of Dublin, is also situated just outside the town. The lively town of Westport, famous for its traditional Irish music, is just a short drive away, and the spectacular Atlantic coastline on Achill Island represents a wonderful day trip. In addition, the Connemara region, Galway City and Sligo are all just a short drive away.

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Features

“Very enjoyable place , very quiet ,would stay again”

“The owners were very welcoming on our arrival.”

“The bathroom need to be repaired.”

“Uncomfortable beds, inadequate comfortable seating, cottage was really grubby & is in need of a really thorough clean, floor was particularly dirty.”

“Stunning idyllic traditional irish cottage. A little slice of heaven”

“stay at the cottage”

“holiday for the soul”

The property

Summary

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About the location

CASTLEBAR, COUNTY MAYO