The White House
ID: S774918
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 7
- ・ Pets 1
About this property
Set down a quiet lane on an elevated site, 500m from the center Drumshanbo, in the heart of County Leitrim, is this substantial, two-storey detached property, The White House. Set within large grounds within a gated entrance, The White House is a wonderful place to call home for a family seeking a stay in this scenic region of Ireland. After parking up, head inside and make yourself at home in the lounge, with plenty of windows to fill the space with natural lighting, two sofas, an open fire and a TV for entertainment. Carry the conversation into the kitchen/diner, where the head chef can impress the group with a hearty meal, whilst the rest of the group set the dining table for a feast. While away the hours in the games room with pool table, challenging each to pool and entertaining into the night, or escape to the large garden, boasting a secret woodland area housing a treehouse, sure to be appreciated by the little ones. Head upstairs and freshen up in the bathroom, providing choice of bath or shower over, before choosing from three tasteful bedrooms to lay your rest; the master offers a sumptuous double with en-suite shower, whilst there are also two twin rooms. Head into the town centre of Drumshanbo, home to a selection of amenities including independent shops, convenience stores, pubs, cafes and restaurants. Take a tour of the renowned Shed Distillery, where you can learn about the gin-making process and sample the world-class Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin. Head south to the bustling town of Carrick-on-Shannon, known as the ‘marina capital of Ireland’, providing an attractive focal point of the town, plus there is lots of history to uncover with a visit to the unusual Costello Chapel, which is believed to be the smallest chapel in Europe. Other attractions worth adding to your list include the Lough Key Forest and Activity Park for zip-wiring and bmx riding and the coastal delights, beaches and stunning scenery of Couny Sligo. Escape to Drumshanbo for an exceptional family holiday.
Drumshanbo is a traditional Irish town located in the heart of County Leitrim. It is home to some lively Irish pubs, mouth watering restaurants and quaint shops, and also plays host to a number of popular festivals which are held throughout the year. Walkers and ramblers will be delighted to learn that the town is surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside, woodlands and lakes, as well as being overlooked by Sliabh an Iarainn, the iron mountain, which is approximately 585 metres high and has a mining history dating back over 200 years. To the north of the town is Lough Allen, the third largest lake on the River Shannon, with excellent angling and opportunities for windsurfing, canoeing and other water sports. If golf is your game, you will find four excellent courses within easy reach. Drumshanbo has something for everyone, whatever time of year you choose to visit.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin, fold out bed suitable for a child.
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom.
Downstairs toilet with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Sitting room with open fire.
Games room with pool table and games console
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer.
TV with Freeview, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off-road parking.
Lawned garden with treehouse.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.5 miles
Reviews (9)
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Damian
Drumshanbo the nearest village was only 3 minutes by car or a 10 minutes walk. Here you will find two supermarkets two pubs and even a fish and chip shop.The area is well placed for the popular Carrick on Shannon and other outlying villages with authentic old Irish pubs like Beirneâs of Battlebridge ,6km from the White House,this pub is also dog friendly.
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D
Our experience in this house was our worst. Firstly the house was freezing when we arrived so we spent a few hours with our coats on. The double room was in fact very small with bedside locker and light only on one side, The en-suite shower was tiny. Little more than 3ft in width. No mirror over the sink but a mirror cabinet in a corner by the toilet. No shaving unit. The shower was one we didnât use as the water was a weak or very light flow. No place to hang the towels. The family bathroom was always cold. The shower an electric one but at times the doors of the shower jammed. Only 1 of the 6 lights worked and the towel rail never heated. With rain the dogs walked through small pools of muddy water to get to the grass. The outside lights at the back didnât work. The outside of the house needed TLC. No winter flowers. It looked unwelcoming. We were informed not to use the downstairs toilet except for no1, otherwise it gets clogged. The photos of the house misrepresent the house - apart from the kitchen photos. It also felt the owners had moved out to let us in. There were a supply of shoes in the front hall. We contacted the owner on some of the above and were told the clothes were theirs and the heating couldnât be on when we arrived as they lived at a distance. It is the first ever holiday home that didnât have a welcome pack and though it advertises an open fire, there was nothing there, including no instructions on using the fire, no first pack of firewood. We arrived late as a member of our party died suddenly. We asked if there could be a reduction that could be returned to them. We were given a list of why that couldnât happen. We were quite shocked at that - basically on the grounds of compassion for the impacted couple. On the positive side: beds were comfortable and once the house got warm, it was comfortably warm. Games room is fine for kids. We left early. In essence we stayed two full days - not counting our arrival date or departure date. And these two days seemed two days too long! It was certainly not like any holiday home we have used - and we use many, This house needs a lot doing to it to put it on par with other holiday homes of the same price.
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D
Our experience in this house was our worst. Firstly the house was freezing when we arrived so we spent a few hours with our coats on. The double room was in fact very small with bedside locker and light only on one side, The en-suite shower was tiny. Little more than 3ft in width. No mirror over the sink but a mirror cabinet in a corner by the toilet. No shaving unit. The shower was one we didnât use as the water was a weak or very light flow. No place to hang the towels. The family bathroom was always cold. The shower an electric one but at times the doors of the shower jammed. Only 1 of the 6 lights worked and the towel rail never heated. With rain the dogs walked through small pools of muddy water to get to the grass. The outside lights at the back didnât work. The outside of the house needed TLC. No winter flowers. It looked unwelcoming. We were informed not to use the downstairs toilet except for no1, otherwise it gets clogged. The photos of the house misrepresent the house - apart from the kitchen photos. It also felt the owners had moved out to let us in. There were a supply of shoes in the front hall. We contacted the owner on some of the above and were told the clothes were theirs and the heating couldnât be on when we arrived as they lived at a distance. It is the first ever holiday home that didnât have a welcome pack and though it advertises an open fire, there was nothing there, including no instructions on using the fire, no first pack of firewood. We arrived late as a member of our party died suddenly. We asked if there could be a reduction that could be returned to them. We were given a list of why that couldnât happen. We were quite shocked at that - basically on the grounds of compassion for the impacted couple. On the positive side: beds were comfortable and once the house got warm, it was comfortably warm. Games room is fine for kids. We left early. In essence we stayed two full days - not counting our arrival date or departure date. And these two days seemed two days too long! It was certainly not like any holiday home we have used - and we use many, This house needs a lot doing to it to put it on par with other holiday homes of the same price.