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Traditional 19th century farmhouse cottage.

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Front of the cottage
Writing desk in dining room.
Interior
Room
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Sligo, Sligo
  • Place, Coleman Irish Music Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Carrick-on-Shannon Golf Club
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Knock Shrine
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knock (NOC-Ireland West)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Main bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Traditional 19th century farmhouse cottage.

James Tymon cottage is a late 19th-century two-storey farmhouse nestling on thirty acres of farmland by the banks of the Owenmore river. The cottage has old barns and a hayshed surrounded by drystone walls. Enjoy walks by the river and tree-studded farm on prepared paths and you may be surprised by wildlife like birds foxes rabbits and hares that share this idyllic setting.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not allowed in the house.
Pets are not allowed on the beds or furniture.
Please close any gates you open on the farm.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Gurteen

Located in Gurteen, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Tubbercurry Golf Club and Ballaghderreen Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Coleman Irish Music Centre and Ballymote Friary. Travelling with kids? Consider Achonry Boulder Burial and Eagles Flying. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like golfing.
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Sligo, Sligo

What's nearby

  • Coleman Irish Music Centre - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Carrick-on-Shannon Golf Club - 27 min drive - 32.3 km
  • Sligo Abbey - 36 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Strandhill Beach - 42 min drive - 48.7 km
  • Knock Shrine - 44 min drive - 61.9 km

Getting around

  • Ballymote Station - 16 min drive
  • Knock (NOC-Ireland West) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doddy's Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Super Bites - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Dapper Duck - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Gormleys Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chillen Time Cafe - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional 19th century farmhouse cottage. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Traditional 19th century farmhouse cottage.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Traditional 19th century farmhouse cottage.?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional 19th century farmhouse cottage.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Traditional 19th century farmhouse cottage. located?

This family-friendly Gurteen cottage is located on a river, 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Coleman Irish Music Centre, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cloonakillina Lough and Caves of Kesh Corran. Ballymote Friary and Lough Gara are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

August stay

A great location and property to get away from it all. We did a few walks but mainly read books by the fire or outside and wound down.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Post Card Perfection

Kieran was an exceptional host. The cottage was a picture perfect stay. Fresh flowers, comfy beds, and two warm fire places. The grounds are so expansive for those walks in the morning. Lovely host. Would definitely recommend. Happy Holidays. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a truly beautiful hidden gem this cottage is about 30 minutes from Sligo town and truly recommend this place what it’s gorgeous interior old world meet newThe host was so friendly and pleasant too very spaces bedrooms upstairsDownstairs a gorgeous kitchen and bathroom adjacent then dining area and the living room both with large fires which are so warming and welcoming on theAlso so much beautiful land to walk with that lay down to a riverSo much to this place the right greenery fails absolutely beautifulI can’t recommend this place if you just want peace and quiet away from the world this is number one on your list
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

About the host

Hosted by Kieran Ruane

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James Tymon cottage is part of my mothers family history for over a century. The cottage is named for my great uncle who died in the great war. To maintain this traditional house and grounds I let it to guests to enjoy a wonderful week or two in a splendid setting of stone walled fields and old trees.

Why they chose this property

Apart from a warm and cosy cottage with everything you will need for an enjoyable stay the grounds have numerous prepared paths that will take you along by the river or up by the stone walled fields peppered by old trees. You may be lucky enough to glimpse some of the wild life like foxes, hares, wild ducks etc that share the farms 30 acres of land.

What makes this property unique

According to our regular guests it is a wonderful haven of peace and tranquility. A place to relax,reflect and unwind in this hectic world. It is alsoa great base to strike out fromtodiscover this part of Ireland with its numerous lakes and mountains with some of the best beaches in Ireland. Come and experience it for yourself.

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