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Beautiful Cottage Nestling under Benbo Mountain. River, lake and sea fishing

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Fenced yard
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Dromahair, County Leitrim
  • Place, Creevelea Friary
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Rose of Innisfree
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Parke's Castle
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Cottage Nestling under Benbo Mountain. River, lake and sea fishing

This beautifully renovated cottage is ideally located away from the hustle and bustle of modern life on Bluebell Organic Farm. Close to rivers, lakes, mountains and the sea, it makes for the prefect tranquil getaway for couples, families or friends.
A barbecue and covered table tennis table are available for guests to enjoy along with outdoor tables and chairs.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Parents are responsible for their children
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you smoke please do so outside

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 639396a
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Dromahair

Located in Dromahair, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Creevelea Friary and Parke's Castle are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Coleman Irish Music Centre and OConnell Street. Travelling with kids? Consider Triskele Mizmaze and The Niland Gallery. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
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Dromahair, County Leitrim

What's nearby

  • Creevelea Friary - 12 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Rose of Innisfree - 16 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Parke's Castle - 16 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Glencar Waterfall - 24 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Tobernalt Holy Well - 26 min drive - 26.3 km

Getting around

  • Collooney Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Riverbank Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gurns Milestone Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Village Teahouse - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Central Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Granary - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Cottage Nestling under Benbo Mountain. River, lake and sea fishing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Cottage Nestling under Benbo Mountain. River, lake and sea fishing?

As of 27 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Cottage Nestling under Benbo Mountain. River, lake and sea fishing on 27 August 2026 start from NZ$298, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Beautiful Cottage Nestling under Benbo Mountain. River, lake and sea fishing?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Cottage Nestling under Benbo Mountain. River, lake and sea fishing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Cottage Nestling under Benbo Mountain. River, lake and sea fishing?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Cottage Nestling under Benbo Mountain. River, lake and sea fishing located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Creevelea Friary, Parke's Castle, and Rose of Innisfree. Triskele Mizmaze and The Coleman Irish Music Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kourtnie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I wanted the Cottage experience and Alder Cottage delivered! Tranquil with easy access to all Leitrim, Sligo, Mayo, Roscommon, and Donegal have to offer! I loved having a fire on in the evenings. Mary was so kind and welcoming, she left a bottle of her amazing apple juice, and jams from her farm upon check in and even made a chocolate welcome treat for my birthday!As I sit typing this in my room at an inn in Aughrim Co Wicklow, I am wishing I was back at Alder cottage. If you are looking for a great 'home base' location for a stay in the North West part of Ireland, Alder Cottage should be at the top of your list. Mary is the BEST!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review. I am so glad you enjoyed your "cottage" experience. I loved meeting you and hope you will come again. Thankyou for leaving the place so clean and tidy!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arinze O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary was our Host, she explained everything that we needed to know, above all, helped us when we had a problem with our car. The cottage was brilliant, spotless and tranquil, and Mary was a great Host. Will definitely recommend her hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 February 2026
Thankyou so much, it was a pleasure to host you and your lovely family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca and Tim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, attractive and clean in a lovely setting. Charming host with great suggestions for sights and activities in the area. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

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

A lovely cottage for our two week stay. Mary, our host, was welcoming and friendly.

Lovely place to stay. Mary was a wonderful and very helpful. I would stay here again.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2023
Thank you so much, I am delighted you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz F.

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

A perfect country cottage

Alder Cottage is perfectly situated in beautiful north County Leitrim, peaceful and quiet, but easily accessible to everything you need for a great vacation. Mary is a thoughtful and caring host, attending to every detail to ensure your stay is wonderful.
Stayed 23 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2025
thankyou so much for your kind message, It was a pleasure to have you as guests and I look forward to hosting you again next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

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

Relaxing stay

Beach, walks in the countryside, visits to historic sites. Clean, spacious, well equipped cottage. Great few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2023
I'm so glad you enjoyed yourselves and hope to see you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eric k.

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

Wonderful!!

What a wonderful, cozy and peaceful place! Mary is a great host. We loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2023
Thankyou!! I'm delighted you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harriet H.

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

Beautiful find. We will be back!

We really enjoyed our stay at Alder cottage and cannot wait to return. We had everything we needed and check in with the lovely Mary was super easy. The area is very beautiful and the cottage itself felt like we were the only people for miles. The outdoor table tennis table was an absolute bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2024
I'm delighted you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

A very comfortable cottage with all amenities ideally located to explore Sligo and Leitrim wonders.

Lovely to go off exploring the awesome historical / scenic features that abound and return to a comfortable home base to reinvigorate and prepare for the next adventure. Mary was a delightful helpful host and our stay of over a week most economical. Local super markets and great pubs made it very easy.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2023
I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay with us and all the local areas...you are such appreciative guests,thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Uwe H.

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

Lovely cottage in a quiet location

Alder Cottage is a wonderfully quiet cottage with everything your heart desires. A great idyll to relax and escape the stressful everyday life. Maria received us warmly and gave us a list of interesting places to visit in the area. Thanks for the nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 April 2024
Aw! thankyou! I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Perfect charm

We were in the area for a family wedding, and had a great stay! Loved the rural setting, it was all we needed and more. Thank you so much Mary.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2022
I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay and really enjoyed meeting you. I look forward to hosting you or your family again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fionnuala v.

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

Beautifully renovated Cottage

Spacious, clean and comfortable house with good facilities. Nice garden with a pingpong table. Nicely situated in beautiful area of Dromahair co. Leitrim.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2022
I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you continue to have a lovely holiday!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Lovely Liatroma

Lovely cottage with all mod cons nestled in the stunning beauty that is Leitrim. Easy communication with owner Mary who responds quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2023
I'm so glad you enjoyed the cottage and Lovely Leitrim!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

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

a treasure in the countryside

this was a wonderful place, a real find, and Mary went far beyond in helping me settle in. friends came out as a surprise and they were accommodated as well. i can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2022
I'm delighted you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your return visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret T.

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

Peaceful and private

We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely place. It was spacious and well-equipped. It was particularly delightful to be able to light and open fire for the cooler evenings. Mary's welcome was warm, very helpful and prompt in her communications. Thanks Mary for everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2024
Thankyou for your nice comments and for leaving everything so clean and tidy. Im delighted you enjoyed your stay and you would be welcome back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

E A.

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

Great stay

We arrived after 9.30 pm, this was no trouble to the fantastic host Mary. Due to our late arrival she very kindly got us some supplies in. Mary gave us directions to various towns and activities we could do with two teenagers. The house was well stocked with all you need. And the table tennis table was a big hit. Thank you for a great stay, we will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michaela S.

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

Fantastic holidays

We really enjoyed our holidays at the Alder Cottage. The cottage is very cosy and located in a wonderful nature. You have a good connection to Sligo, different beaches and the hills. We made a day trip to the north ( Wild Atlantic Way). Mary was the best host ever. She took much time to show us the farm. Thanks a lot for the warm welcome.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. It was a real pleasure to meet such a nice family!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Truly a home away from home

What a great place to stay! Mary, the owner, was so helpful and kind. Quiet, quiet location with a very narrow (!) driveway. The front room was so comfortably decorated, and a great place to read and watch a movie. Kitchen was amply equipped, and bedrooms were spacious. The hot water/heating system was a bit fiddly for us in that we didn't really understand it, but Mary was there to answer all questions. Highly recommend this property if you're looking for some quiet get-away time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 November 2022
Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you enjoyed the rest of your holidays and had a safe journey home. I'm so sorry you had problems with the water heating system and have now changed the timer. The lane is only as wide as possible in the circumstances as it dates back to the 1840's when there were donkeys and carts!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

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

Ireland - Week one

Great property, great host. Mary was kind, helpful and apologetic for the rain! We did however find plenty to do even on the rainy days. If I made one suggestion, it would be to have a mirror somewhere in the house close to an outlet to make it easier to dry ans style hair. But really, everything eas wonderful!! Thank you for your hospitality.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2023
Thankyou for your nice comments and your good suggestion which I have taken on board. It was lovely to meet you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberta S.

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

Peaceful, Off the Beaten Track, Haven

This is a lovely property, very spacious with nice grounds. Our host, Mary, was very helpful and easy to deal with. The only surprise was the extra charge for some utilities. We were aware that there was a fee for heater usage which is fairly common here, but there were also charges for hot water and electricity. It should be mentioned in the listing too avoid confusion.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2024
I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay and am sorry about the confusion for the electricity...I will definitely make sure it is properly notified.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT T.

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

A lovely peaceful break

The property was very clean, well presented, and fully equipped. Mary was very helpful in making us feel at home and provided a replacement BBQ of which we made good use. We drove around the surrounding area extensively and visited Sligo and various places on the Wild Atlantic Way touring route. We were extremely lucky with the weather and had very little rain, so the remote location was not an issue. We enjoyed our trip to The Shed distillery at Drumshanbo and also to Parke Castle on Lough Gill. All the equipment in the property was good quality and functioned well, including the TV and wifi, so we had a very comfortable and most enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2022
I am delighted you were happy with your stay and hope you you will come again one day!
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10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

Quiet Retreat!

Alder cottage was wonderful! Mary was very welcoming and helpful as we arrived. We are a family of four, two adults, one teen and one 20 year old. We had many matches and great laughs with table tennis in the stone shed area. The surroundings are quiet, peaceful and lovely. While it rained the entire time we were here, there was still much to do around the area. Sligo and Lough Gill were our favorites. We loved our stay and would highly recommend this for a nice getaway. No wifi was a bit of an issue with the kids, but we adults were fine to unplug for a few days! Thanks Mary, for your wonderful home and hospitality.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
I am so glad you all enjoyed your stay in spite of the rain.! As for wifi I am so sorry it was an issue, some travelers prefer to have a total escape from modern technology! however we can organise wifi if asked in advance.
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Absolutely wonderful!

We stayed with our family at the cottage for a week in August. The house was simply wonderful and the location was perfect for taking advantage of all that this area of Ireland has to offer. Mary was an incredibly gracious host and provided us with great information about the area. For a week we were able to relax, explore and make many day trips North of Sligo. This may have been the first time where we have stayed in a house where the pictures don't quite capture the house's beauty. Whether we were having dinner outside, enjoying a fire or having fun cooking in the beautiful kitchen, this house exceeded all of our expectations. We would return to this cottage in a heart beat.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thank you so much it was a real pleasure to meetyou and your family
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol E.

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

Beautiful Cottage and Host

Marvelous cottage off a peaceful country lane – absolutely charming! Nestled back off the road, surrounded by trees, flowers, and ivy, it was beautiful and serene. Each morning we woke to the song of birds – so peaceful and restorative.After a long, difficult journey from the States, it was such a joy to arrive at the cottage and be greeted by Mary. The cottage itself is lovely – spacious, large windows with stunning views, full of light, and very comfortable accommodations. Everything felt warm and welcoming.Mary’s personal touches meant so much to us – her delicious homemade jam and scones, and even fresh lettuce from her garden! Everything was fresh and thoughtful.Mary and the cottage made our trip complete. We were so grateful to have a place to stay where we could rest, feel at home, and simply enjoy the beauty around us. Truly a special and memorable experience. We would stay here again, if possible, next time we visit. Thank you Mary.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2025
Thankyou so much for your kind comments .You were a delight to have as guests and i woud welcome you again any time!
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10/10 Excellent

Martyn K.

Rural retreat

I was aware of the remoteness of the cottage but the directions (in French) were not of great help. After driving around for some time Mary met us and guided us in to our delight. The cottage is a country gem and the area has plenty for everyone. Apart from the cold (which can be resolved through a roaring open fire) we had an awesome week in a lovely setting. Everyone was so friendly and we were met by a bubbly host who started our week with some free range eggs and home made fruit jam, along with a nice posey of flowers. Mary also was happy to provide as much wood as we required for the fire. There is plenty of help with activities etc from literature at the cottage. Many thanks for ensuring that our anniversary holiday (and first trip to Ireland) was an enjoyable one. We would definitely recommend this cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay it was a pleasure to be your host!

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