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Annilaun Lodge |
Cashel, Galway / County Clare, Ireland |
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Annilaun Lodge is a luxurious country house standing on the edge of Cashel Bay, an area of outstanding beauty, surrounded by an untamed wonderful landscape of mountains, moors, lakes, rivers and beaches. A short walk through the garden takes you to a cosy country pub and there is a highly recommended restaurant within a 10 minute walk. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| House / Villa |
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Property Setting:
| Near the Sea / Beachfront |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Family |
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Bedrooms:
| 5 |
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Guests:
| 10 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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Annilaun Lodge is the ideal base for visiting Clifden, Killary harbour, Delphi valley, Westport, Cong, Ashford and the Maam valley. The nearby picturesque village of Roundstone is much favoured by artists and has a busy little harbour where fishermen return each evening with the day’s catch of lobster, crab and a variety of other species. Nearby are two spectacular sheltered beaches with pure white sand and the clearest Atlantic water. No visit to Connemara is complete without a visit to 18th Kylemore Abbey home until recently the home to an order of Benedictine nuns with its Victorian walled garden and gothic church adjacent to the abbey is the must visit Connemara National Park. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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World class sea trout and salmon fishing lie within easy reach at the world renowned Ballynahinch Castle Estate, where fly-fishing tuition is available for the beginner. The Twelve Ben mountain range dominates the landscape inviting and challenging the visitor with a will to walk. Guided walks are available for a more leisurely stroll through woodlands, amidst some stunning scenery for those wishing to learn more about history, geology and wildlife. Or how about a quiet trek on a gentle Connemara pony across spectacular beaches and through the magnificent Connemara landscape. Lessons can also be arranged. A few miles west of where Alcock and Brown completed the first transatlantic flight in 1919 lies the 27 hole championship links course acknowledged as equal to any in the world. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| Drive time from Dublin is 4 hours, Shannon and Knock airports are within 2 ½ hours, Clifden, the Connemara capital, and the fishing village of Roundstone are 20 minutes away by car, Galway city is an hour away to the East. |
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Nearest airports:
| Shannon / Knock 2.5 hours |
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Nearest train station:
| Galway 42 miles |
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Car Hire:
| Advised |
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Nearest restaurant:
| 2 hotel restaurants within 5 minute walk |
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Nearest beach:
| On your doorstep! |
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Nearest shop:
| Clifden |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Name |
Mona Prendergast |
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Contact Phone No. |
003539531935 / 00353872660858 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Beach within 30km / Climbing / Fishing / Golf within 30km / Horse Riding / Tennis / Walking
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Interior Facilities |
Cot / Highchair / Dishwasher / DVD player / Internet Access / Linen provided / Log Fire / Television / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
There are five luxurious en suite bedrooms (3 doubles, 1 twin, 1 triple) all with power showers; which can accommodate a party of 10/11 people comfortably. This spacious house invites you to enjoy the sophisticated luxury expected by today’s discerning traveller. The living and kitchen areas are spacious and well equipped. There is WiFi, Satellite TV and DVD player. There is also underfloor heating and laundry facilities. There is a considerable collection of paintings by contemporary Irish artists of note. The furnishings include a number of antique pieces and a collection of china.
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Exterior Facilities |
BBQ / Garden / Parking
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Exterior Details |
The garden surrounds the house with an abundance of flowers, shrubs and trees sweeping down to the seashore.
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Conditions of
Rental |
Substantial discounts are available for bookings made for two weeks or more. A deposit of 25% is required within 10 days of booking, with the balance payable 30 days prior to arrival. Rental is from Saturday to Saturday. €750 security deposit is required. The rates do not include electricity or oil used; both are metered and charged for. Bed linen and an ample supply of towels are provided. A welcome pack is provided on arrival. Wireless internet broadband access is provided free of charge. A mobile phone is provided on a pay as you go basis, the number can be provided in advance on request. Housekeeping is available on request and subject to availability. Should you have any special requirements, we will make every effort to facilitate you. Check-in is from 4pm to 7pm and check-out is at 10am on the day of departure. Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at Annilaun.
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Other Information |
Babysitting available / Child Friendly / Ideal for honeymoons / Suitable for weddings / Wheelchair Friendly
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What visitors have said about Annilaun Lodge |
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I stayed in this lovely house with my family last September. The location, overlooking beautiful Cashel Bay and with sweeping sea views from almost every window is spectacular !
The house itself is quite grand, covered with Virginia creeper and looks as though it has been nestled into it's pretty garden for at least a hundred years. I was very surprised to find that it is only 15 years old, which accounts for the excellent plumbing, all bedrooms
being ensuite. This is something I found invaluable with 3
generations of my family staying in the house. The style of the house is elegant country with some lovely antiques and paintings but very comfortable squashy sofas by the fireside for blustery days and evenings. In fact we were extremely lucky with the weather but this is Ireland so we really appreciated the open fire and generous supply of turf.
We also loved the location as the house is in a beautiful place but does not feel too isolated. There are two hotels within walking distance from the house and a nice old chapel.
I would recommend this house highly.
Elizabeth Burke, London, Sep 2010 
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The accommodation was spacious and very comfortable, with a lovely garden. The house is in a beautiful setting with a view over Cashel Bay. Open fires in the evening were a treat after a long day's rambling and sight seeing. There is plenty to occupy family groups within a reasonable drive, with riding and virtually empty beaches for the children as well as eating and drinking for the adults. All in all, a marvellous relaxing holiday in a part of Ireland that is still unspoiled.
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