Carrigmore Farm
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About the home
Come and experience the undiscovered Ireland. A stay in this memorable, old-style Traditional Farmhouse, which is set in lush green farmland, in the heart of the countryside, heals the heart, soul and mind. It gives an opportunity to experience quietness and tranquility. Carrigmore farm is Approved by Failte Ireland as a 3 Star, Self Catering Accommodation.
Set in peaceful farmland.The house offers you an opportunity to see a Farm, visit old castle ruins-(the nearest one in Castletown - just a few minutes walk away - dates back to 1225. This is a non -Norman Castle that retains many of it's unique features), and admire many beautiful country Churches.You can walk through our farm roadways. Or take a bicycle ride around the area, to hear the warm witty tales of the neighbourhood. If you just wish to relax by a river or lake and fish or walk, please let us know and this can be arranged for you.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 5, 4 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Youghal, 60km |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 5km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, Internet access, DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 4 Bedrooms, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Single beds (3), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 10 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Private garden |
| Access: | Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
The house has TV/DVD/Games Consul, and there is also Internet access available.
There is an option to relax, and enjoy old favourite music records.
The kitchen is fully equipped, with Cooker, Fridge, Kettle, Toaster, George Foreman, Grill, Microwave, and sufficient delph and cutlery to accomodate ten people.The bathroom has toilet with separate shower, and bath equipped with hand rails around the bath, and shower to accomodate Elderly visitors.Three of the four bedrooms are located on the ground floor - with the fourth bedroom in the loft. Linen hand and bath towels, and tea towels are provided. Hair dryers are provided.
A Welcome Pack is available on Arrival,and also an Open fire fuel Pack.
Our Exterior Laundery room is located in the Courtyard -offers the facility to Wash, Dry and Iron Clothes,and there is also an outside clothes Line.
Further details outdoors:
The courtyard is enclosed, and has a large parking area that is safe and secure for parking up to 5 cars.
There is an outdoor table, and chair set suitable for up to eight people to enjoy the setting sun in the evenings. A green lawn with many mature shrubs and trees is positioned to the front of the house, with an outstanding view of Carrigmore rock, a prominent feature in the area.This is a very tranquil area to either read or enjoy the many birds that frequent the lawn.
The courtyard is secure for children to be out and about playing.
Wellingtons are provided to either walk through the farm roadways or around the locality.
Further details
We will be there on your arrival with many hints and directions to help you enjoy your stay with us.
Conditions
Sorry, there is no smoking in this house, but you are welcome to sit in the garden to smoke.
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The Limerick / Tipperary / County Limerick region
Carrigmorefarm is situated on the borders of Co.Limerick and Co.Tipperary.
You can spend your days visiting historic castles and abbeys in Co.Tipperary, such as the Rock of Cashel, Athassel Abbey, Cahir Castle and the Swiss Cottage. If you're after some amazing views and wonderful photographic opportunities, roam around the Glen of Aherlow, either on foot or by horseback. Tipperary also provides us with Ballykisteen Golf Course and Tipperary Racecourse only 10 km away.
In the Limerick region, enjoy a full day at the Bunratty Folk Park - either with the kids, or by yourself. Here you can visit the famous Bunratty Castle, see many old Irish Cottages, and learn about the history of Ireland. You can also attend one of their Medieval banquets, which are an experience in themselves! In Limerick city, you can visit the Hunt Museum - which has a wondeful permanent collection, and always has something extra on display. You also have King Johns Castle, St John's Cathedral. In the surrounding areas of Limerick, you will find Adare Manor, Lough Gur, The Benedictine Monastery of Glenstall Abbey which is nearby in Murroe. Visit the wonderful towns of killaloe and Balllina on the river Shannon, not far from the beautiful Lough Derg. If you're feeling adventurous, why not take a day trip to the Cliffs of Moher or the ring of Kerry. both well worth a visit!
If fishing is your sport, close by you have the Mulcair river, which flows into the Shannon. The Mulcair provides a varity of types of fish, so there's something there for everyone. For walking or hiking in the Limerick area, try the Slieve Felim Way. This is a 36km, linear walking route, which starts in Murroe and runs through the foothills of Slieve Felim, Keeper hill and the Silvermines mountains. Alternatively, you could try the Multeen Way, which starts in Tipperary Town and is signposted towards Donohill, through sceinic vales, to Cappawhite and then upwards to the Red Hill - for more information try Walking Routes Ireland or Multeen Tourism.
By night enjoy a Traditional Irish Music evening in Brou Brou Centre, in Cashel, in Co. Tipperary. Each Tuesday night you will find a Trad Music night in the Kickham Lounge in Tipperary Town.
Don' t forget that it does rain in Ireland! So for those wet days, take your Kids to Tons of Fun, Eastway Business Park, Tipperary Road in Limerick. For all types of fun and games! For swimming, try Canon Hayes Recreation Centre in Tipperary Town.
The Doon / Carrig More area
Carrigmore farm is situated in the heart of the countryside, close to Cappawhite, on the Tipperary border. Set in peaceful pastoral farmland, the house offers you an opportunity to see an authentic farm, visit and admire many beautiful churches, in particular Solohead Church - which is located 5km away and has magnificent stained - glass windows,which were painted by the Harry Clarke Studios in Dublin many years ago.
The village of Doon is only 5km away. Doon is a small country village, located in East Limerick, close to the border of West Tipperary. It is 53km from Shannon Airport, 25km to Limerick city and only 16km toTipperary town, which offers supermarkets, clothes shops, bars and restaurants.The village has all the local amenities you could need: Doctors Surgery, Pharmacy, Bank, Post office, three Grocerys shops - two which provide hot food, A Butchers Shop, Newsagents, Garage Petrol, Hardware Store, Chinese restaurant, and many pubs,one of which provides Lunches every day, The village is also known by its Irish Name as Dun Bleisce,which is the Irish Version of it's name.This means Fort of Bleisce,who is believed lived in these parts many years ago.
There are many local loop walks on minor and country roads, both within Carrigmore farm and in the locality. These are suitable for people of all ages.
A visit to Anna Moores pub in Doon is recommended,so be sure to visit and enjoy an excellent pint of Guinness
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How to get there
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| Airport: | Shannon Airport: 50 km |
| Railway: | Limerick Junction: 10 km |
| Ferry: | Rosslare: 150 km |
Dublin Airport and Dublin Ferryport, are both within 2.5 hrs drive of Carrigmore Farm.
Shannon Airport is located approx 50 minutes from us, where Ryanair , Aer Lingus and many other airlines, fly into from England, and many European Cities. American and Continental Airlines operate a regular service into Shannon Airport from many American States.
Rosslare Ferries, in Co Wexford operates a Spring,Summer and early Aumumn service approx 2.5 hours from our home.
Cork Airport is within 1.5 hour drive.
Belfast is Approx 3.5 hours drive.
Limerick Junction Railway station is located 10 minutes away from us, allowing us to catch a train to/from Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, or Waterford.
Car Hire is advisable
Dan Dooley Car Hire phone No 062 53103 International 00353 62 53103
Hertz Car Hire phone No 061 471369 International 00353 61 471369
Avis Car Hire phone No 1890 40 5060
From Limerick
Take the N24, heading for Tipperary, Continue along this road through the villages of Boher, Dromkeen and Pallasgreeen. After Pallasgreen, keep an eye out for a Left turn towards Doon. On the R507. Proceed on that road for 5km. until you come to your 4th Right after the Main Road, Then take a sharp Right. Follow that road for 2.2km to the next Right. Take this sharp Right and follow the laneway past a farm building on the left. Directly after the farm building take a left turn, and follow the Avenue to the end,which will bring you into the courtyard for Carrigmore farm.
From Tipperary .
Take the N24, heading towards Limerick. Follow this road through Limerick Juction, Monard and the village of Oola. After Oola, keep an eye out for a Right turn towards Doon, On the R507. Proceed on that road for 5km, until you come to your 4th Right after the Main Road. Then take a sharp Right. Follow that road for 2.2km to the next Right. Take this sharp Right and follow the laneway past a farm building on the left. Directly after the farm building, take a left turn, and follow the Avenue to the end, which will bring you into the courtyard for Carrigmore farm.
From Doon
Drive south on R 507 for about 2 miles/3.3km. Go over a Bridge, Take the next Left. Follow that road for 2.2km to the next Right. Take this sharp Right and follow the laneway past a farm building on the left. Directly after the farm building, take a left turn, and follow the Avenue to the end, which will bring you into the courtyard for Carrigmore farm.
Activities near Doon
Tennis in town
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Cycling holidays
Guestbook for Carrigmore Farm
2th Feb 2011- Great to get away from the rat race, Fantastic hospitality - what more could you ask for
Robin/June Philips, Warwickshire UK
7th May 2011- We felt welcome, and at home the second we stepped into Carrigmore Farm, and met Tom.We had a lovely time exploring the country, learning the culture, milking the cows! and most of all meeting the people.Coming home to a log fire finishes the day off perfectly.The only bad bit is that we can't stay longer! Tom and family, thank you for inviting us into your lives if only for a week.
Nicola/ Gary ST Ngots Cambs England
14th May 2011- We have had a wonderful week in your wonderful old authentic Irish home.You have made us feel a part of the family, the heart of the turf fire is matched only by the warmith of your hospitality.Toms knowledge, tours/tales have been a joy; after only a week, we think of you as friends.
Trevor/Liz
28th May 2011- We have never had such a warm welcome as we have received from Tom/Tina, you have made our holiday in Ireland, and we will never forget you.You have been so kind, thoughtful and friendly, and have made us feel at home. We have enjoyed visits to Cahir Castle, Bunratty Castle and folk park , well worth a visit. Rock of Cashel,and Mitchelstown Caves,which were all in easy visiting distance. If you want to go further afield,the Ring of Kerry is an absolute must.
All in all, this has been a wonderful holiday, the memories of which will be with us always.The children expecially do not want to go home. Thank you.
Damian/Abbey. Sam/Connie Allanson North Yorkshire England
9th June 2011- Carrigmorefarm . Spend the week here visiting familly in Limerick. Normally we stay in a hotel, but decided to try something different this year and stay in a cottage.Turned out to be a excellent choice.The cottage has been an experience to remember and loved by Celine Eldery Irish mum 10yr old Christian has fallen in love with Lucy the farm dog. The tranquil and peaceful surroundings of the cottage has been such a joy. Our week here has come to an end too soon.
Celine Kiernan Julia/Christian York UK.
9th July 2011- We realy enjoyed our stay Tom thanks for looking after us, and showing us around,and all the fun. I will never forget you [rubber necks] and thanks to you Tina you are a lovely Person.
John/Kate Dwyer Warrnam Bool Vic Australia.
28th Dec 2010 - A return visit and a first experience. It was a wonderful time with wonderful people.Thank you for welcoming us - its a trip that will not be forgotten. Love to you all.
Tim/Kate/Greg and Mike Downey St Paul Minnesota USA
Rental prices
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| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| 7 Jan 12 | 1 Jun 12 | € 350 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 1 Jun 12 | 1 Sep 12 | € 450 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 1 Sep 12 | 1 Feb 13 | € 350 | - | - | 1 Week | |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Pricing ------- June/July/August -- 450 Euro per Week
The rest of year -- 350 Euro per Week
Changeover day is Flexible
Normal check in time is 4 pm. Normal time of Depature 10.30am
[ Deposits and Payment ]
WE ask 100 Euro deposit on Booking,[.Method of Payment].Deposit on Booking is by Cheque or Electronic money Transfer
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