John and Marian invite you to rent this 300 year old farm homestead ' Chestnut Cottage' which is situated on the McDonald farm at Lusmagh, Banagher, Co. Offaly only 1 Km from the River Shannon. This is the only rental property on the farm and is Bord Failte (Irish Tourist Board) approved. It was the original home of the McDonald family for generations. The Chestnut Cottage has been lovingly restored, keeping as much as possible of the 'Old World' character of the cottage while adding all the modern comforts. It is located close to the main farmhouse, in a nice farm garden with an orchard.Dogs welcome!


 

The Chestnut Cottage is in the Galway/Offaly area, three miles from the popular riverside town of Banagher in Co. Offaly. The wide bridge which crosses the River Shannon to County Galway opens the way to tour the west of Ireland. Banagher is famous for its Irish music pubs, its river cruises, Bog walks and rail tours, great Fishing, (both coarse and salmon and trout.), Excellent super markets and shops, Restaurants, and Hotels. Most of the pubs serve really good food also.
 

Heating There is oil fired central heating which can be supplemented with solid fuel and electric heaters if desired. Likewise, the water can be heated by the oil, electric, or the solid fuel or a combination of all three
The kitchen is well equipped with electric cooker, washing machine, fridge, microwave, iron, toaster, and coffee maker, Tea towels and washing-up cloths are provided.
The living room has an Aga type solid fuel range (peat turf is supplied free) There is a colour TV and dining and sitting area.
The bedrooms are two double rooms and two single rooms. Two of the double bedrooms can convert to twin rooms. If you prefer a smaller cottage with only one bedroom two of the bedrooms can be closed off
Bathrooms: There are two showers and two wcs, one of which adjoins two of the bedrooms.

 

ANGLING Flowing through Lusmagh and Banagher the River Shannon is the major waterway in Ireland. The Little Brosna joins the Shannon at Lusmagh and the Grand Canal joins the Shannon just up stream at Shannon Harbour as also does the Brosna River. All these water ways provide unbeatable angling. There are great stocks of fish including salmon, trout, bream, tench and perch in abundance. The area boasts excellent fishing access and facilities, bait shops and outboard boat hire WALKING There are several walking routes in the area including the Offaly Way on the banks of the Grand Canal, The 66km Slieve Bloom Way passes deep glens and beautiful waterfalls. The Clara Bog, the Lusmagh bog Walk and Lough Boora Parklands allow you to walk on a flat landscape of unbelievable natural beauty and rare animal and plant species. All these walks promises the tranquility of an unspoiled landscape.

The cottage comprises 3 bedrooms in total; 2 double, 1 single, 1 of the bedrooms with en-suite facilities. . This gives room for up to 6 people. Bed linen and towels are provided for your use.

The cottage has 2 bathrooms and 2 WCs for your party's use. Central heating keeps you snug and warm.

The cottage has television. The music system will play cassettes, radio.

There is room for 6 in the living room and 6 in the dining room. The open fire can be used to create a comfortable atmosphere. To prepare food you will find a cooker, an oven, a microwave, a fridge, a freezer, a kettle, a toaster. You will also find a dish washer, a washing machine, an iron and ironing board. The owner has also provided cutlery, crockery, glassware, cooking utensils.

Smoking is allowed in this cottage.

Pets are not welcome 

Not suitable for wheelchairs 

The cottage is in a very quiet area. It has a west facing garden, a east facing patio area, panoramic views, a barbeque. If you are driving there is private parking and a garage with the outside areas of the house having external lighting.

The cottage is right beside walking, cycling.

Close to the cottage you will find swimming, boat hire, fishing, horse riding, golf, tennis, historic sites, shopping areas, a restaurant, a food shop.

Within easy reach of the cottage you will find climbing, a museum, a theatre/cinema, a themepark.

BANAGHER: The sound of traditional music which can be heard on the street of a lively pub session

Birr Castle Demesne:The Great Telescope built in the 1840's and gardens you will want to visit.

The cottage is....

60 miles from Shannon Ireland airport.
88 miles from Dublin.
117 miles from Rosslare Harbour:.
100 miles from Dun Laoghaire Port.
40 miles from Galway.

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Review submitted by non-Villarenters customer: John and Marian McDonald thank you for considering the Chestnut Cottage, We would be happy to give any help possible with any aspect of your holiday.
We wish you all the best in your search for accommodation. Wherever you decide to stay on your holidays, do have a great time!

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