Welcome to this charming renovated cottage in the peaceful village of Carracastle, located midway between Charlestown and Ballaghaderreen on the Mayo/Roscommon border. With its old-world charm, spacious private grounds, and a blend of rustic character and modern comforts, it’s an ideal countryside retreat for families or groups looking to unwind and explore the West of Ireland.
We like to give to our guests an Irish Welcome in a lovely holiday home approved & inspected every year by Tourist Board. It's a 4 star Holiday Home on a small farm, ideal safe holiday home for children!
🌿 Outdoor Features
-Beautiful garden with outdoor furniture
-BBQ area for relaxed outdoor dining
-Children’s play area
-Private, spacious grounds offering peace and privacy
🔥 Indoor Comforts
-Cosy fireplace – perfect for a relaxing evening
-TV & WiFi access included
-Fully equipped kitchen with all essentials
-Bed linen and towels provided
🛏 Bedrooms & Bathrooms
-2 comfortable double bedrooms
-1 triple bedroom (double bed + single bed)
-Cot available upon request
-1 main bathroom with bath and shower
-1 ensuite bathroom with shower
📍 Location Highlights
-Located in Carracastle village – near church, pub, post office & shops
-Ideal base for exploring Mayo, Roscommon, and Sligo
Nearby Towns & Cities:
-Knock, Castlebar, Ballina, Westport, Sligo, Enniscrone
-1 hour to Galway and Donegal
🌄 Day Trips & Attractions
-Greenway trail: 42 km from Westport to Achill (via Newport & Mulranny)
-Croagh Patrick, Westport House, Knock Shrine, Ceide Fields
-Rich in ancient burial monuments and historic abbeys
-Over 20 prehistoric forts in Carracastle
-Crannogs (ancient man-made islands) on Lough Gara
-Scenic drives: Newport, Mulranny, Louisburgh, Doolough
-Explore mountains, lakes, sea, and Achill Island
📋 Friendly Stay Tips:
-Check-in: from 4:00 PM
-Check-out: by 11:00 AM
-No smoking indoors – smoking permitted in the garden
-Free on-site parking available
-Pet policy: One small dog allowed