About this property
Castlebar 5 miles. Located in a picturesque setting in the village of Ross, County Mayo, just five miles from the lively town of Castlebar is this pretty, detached cottage. Enjoying delightful rural views, this compact Castlebar cottage offers traditional charm and a wealth of character features, from the thick stone walls and quaint half-door entry, to the roaring turf fire in the open plan living area. With a cosy, ground floor double bedroom and dressing room, this Castlebar cottage is perfect for a couple wishing to explore the area. The mezzanine sleeping area overlooking the sitting room offers flexibility with two extra single beds for additional members of your party. County Mayo boasts a number of attractions, both natural and man-made, to keep any holidaymaker entertained. Climbers can scale the famous Croagh Patrick mountain or visit the Ceide Fields, a Stone Age archaeological site. Alternatively, brush up on rural Irish history at the National Museum of Ireland - Country Life before enjoying the wonderful food, music and hospitality found in abundance in the popular town of Westport. On a warm summer's evening, fire up the charcoal barbecue on the sun-trap patio at this Castlebar cottage before retiring for the evening to dream of adventures yet to come on your Irish cottage holiday.
Castlebar is rich in history and is also County Mayo's largest town by population. Centrally located, Castlebar enjoys access to the county's many attractions and is popular with shoppers from all over West Ireland. In addition, the town also boasts a variety of restaurants, pubs and other amenities, including the Royal Theatre and the 18-hole Castlebar Golf Club.
Accommodation
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 included in rent May - Sept, €30 fuel supplement Oct - April inclusive, payable direct to owner.
Turf for open fire included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included 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.