Double Award Winning (as voted by you) 5* NITB rated cottage is stunning, located on the luxurious 5*Lough Erne Resort in the heart of the Fermanagh Lakelands. Voted Hall of Fame House in UK, No 42 enjoys the optimal location on the Resort, with breathtaking views directly overlooking and running onto the Lakes (20 meters from patio); the scenic Collop NatureWalk around Lower Lough Erne and Castlehume Lough (15meters); the AA internationally rated 5* Lough Erne Hotel & Spa (150meters via roped footbridge); and feature Par 3 Waterhole on the renowned 18 hole Nick Faldo Championship GolfCourse (tee 20meters away). The house is in the middle of the Nick Faldo and a two minute walk from the Lough Erne Club House & Restaurant. The Faldo Teaching Academy, Castle Hume Golf Championship Course & Club House are only 150m from the front door giving you access to a further 18 holes of golf.
If you require accommodation for a function at the Hotel, Walking, Golfing, Fishing, Boating,a break with Family or Friends, or simply want to relax and enjoy the 4 delicious Onsite Restaurants (including the quaint Halfway House on the Collop Walk, the Loughside Clubhouse, the grazing menu at the cosy Blaney Bar or the dining experience of the Catalonia Restaurant) and worldclass Thai Spa Facilities - everything is on your doorstep. It offers Tranquillity, Activity and Magic.
Patio on the Lake - There is a large green Garden and partially enclosed Patio/Bbq area which attracts the sun (with beautiful patio furniture and outdoor couch) at the front of the cottage, with double french doors upstairs and down, allowing perfect views of the Golfers, Lakes (safeguarded by Collop Walkway), Flyfishing, Wildlife, Seaplanes & Hotel - ideal for playing children or just relaxation.
The cottage itself is unique and very special (see pictures). It has been selected by Holiday Lettings as its feature prize for its 2011 Hall of Fame Houses in the UK. It has also been voted by guests as a winner in the 2011 Hall of Fame Gallery. The interiors has separately been featured by the leading Northern Ireland Homes Magazine.
It has been decorated with the most interesting pieces and dressed with rich and cosy bespoke fabrics. It has 2 inviting Fires, TV/DVD/CD/Wi-fi & Library stocked with vast selection of DVDs, interesting Books, Games and Toys for adults and children alike. It has 3 gorgeous double Bedrooms; a stunning Living Room; large open plan Siematic Kitchen with whitewashed oak floors, pillars and breakfast bar; 6/8 seater Dining Area; Games Room/Snug; Library spilling with natural ceiling light;& 2 delux Bathrooms, offering standalone bath or power shower. It can sleep up to 6 people comfortably (with an additional pull out bed for additional guest).
The Resort is situated about 3km from Enniskillen Town providing excellent access to all that Enniskillen and Fermanagh have to offer - shops/market, nightlife, museums, lake tours, boating, caves, historic houses and wildlife and play parks. It also provides the perfect base for anyone wishing to visit the beautiful beaches in Co Sligo or Donegal.
Further details
Booking Form available on Owner's website.
Deals available at discretion of Owner.
Housekeeper before and after.
Wi-fi
Tea/Coffee/Sugar/Welcome provided.
Further details indoors
This beautiful cottage exudes an elegant French country house style that reflects a sophisticated blend of past and present sitting side by side with the Lough. The House is 1500 sq ft ( 162 sq m) and is finished to an exceptionally high specification. It has been decorated to be enjoyed on long sunny days or cosy winter ones. It has plush furnishings and fabrics, an ideal place to lounge and chill.
The Kitchen and Downstairs Living Area
The downstairs dining/snug area comfortably seats 8 to 10 people and is part of an open plan kitchen. This area includes a snug area based around a cosy fire, a French Beaux Arts Siematic kitchen with whitewashed oak floors, an island and two luxury bar stools and an old French oak kitchen table with 6 antique chairs for dining.
The kitchen has a built in dishwasher, fridge/freezer, traditional Lacanche French range with a Belfast Sink.
The ground floor also has a Utility room (with a washing machine, dryer an additional fridge, washing materials, iron and ironing board, coat-racks and storage space and a fisherman's feature wall), a downstairs bathroom (which has a traditional stand alone bath with shower accessories) and 2 bedrooms.
The Terrace and Porch Living Area (overlooking, and within 20m of, Lake, Golf Course and Collop Walk)
Running directly off the kitchen are two large patio doors opening directly onto a beautiful porch and patio area which has been made up with a large round off white day lily wrought iron table, 5 luxurious wrought iron chairs with cushions and a luxurious porched couch. A large gas BBQ which can be used in all weather due to the open plan porch.
The Stairs and Library Area
The bottom floor of the house is open plan and runs upstairs with the stairs running out of the kitchen into a spacious upstairs living area which benefits from a skylight pitched roof. It is decorated with luxurious carpets, wallpaper, antique French mirrors, chandeliers and armchairs with a spacious reading area beside a large cherry-wood bookcase. This area is an idyllic reading area or is alternatively perfect for relaxing.
The Upstairs Living Room
The feature Living room in this house is situated upstairs with a floor to ceiling and wall to wall window (dressed with silk) to avail of the stunning views over the 5th hole of the Faldo Golf Course, Castlehume Lake and the Hotel itself. This is the feature room of the house, large with a pitched roof, traditional marble fireplace, log fire, drinks cabinet, desk, side-tables and large soft sinking couches etc.
Master Bedroom with En Suite
Master Bedroom – large spacious room with 6ft king size Marie Antoinette carved bed & walk in dressing room. There is a large window dressed with warm curtains, a cosy love seat and feature antique dressing table, walk in fully fitted high spec wardrobes and a quaint and pretty en suite with a combination of marble and Belfast brick tiles, traditional wainscotting and ornate wallpaper set off by antique chandalier and mirrors.
En Suite comprises of large high power shower, toilet & wash hand basin - all bathrooms have heated towel rails.
Bedroom 2 (Downstairs)
View of second bedroom - includes a beautiful painted double bed with matching ornate side tables, a chandelier, wallpapers and matching toile blinds with feature trimmings - also includes a fully fitted out wardrobe adjoining the room.
Bedroom 3 (Downstairs)
Third Bedroom – furnished with two solid cherrywood single French beds with an extra roll out trundle bed. It is decorated with wallpapers and blinds and also has a fully fitted adjoining wardrobe - also includes a fully fitted out wardrobe adjoining the room.
Main Bathroom (downstairs) - includes standalone luxury bath, antique features, old world feature tiles and wallpaper.
Additional Facilities:
- Cot and highchair
- Children's Toys/Books,
/Boardgames/DVDs
- DvD Player/grown up DVDs
- Library
- Electric Aga
- Mixer
- Blender
- Baking facilities
- Toasted Sandwich Maker
- Life Jackets - 2 adult/3 children
Further details outdoors
At the rear of the property overlooking the Lough, the feature Par3 Waterhole fifth and the resort itself. there is a stunning patio area.
The Terrace and Porch Living Area
Situated directly off the kitchen two patio doors open directly onto a beautiful porch and patio area which has been dressed with a large round off white day lily wrought iron table, 5 luxurious wrought iron chairs with cushions and a luxurious porched couch. A large gas BBQ which can be used in all weather due to the open plan porch. Perfect to watch the golfers, fishermen, walkers, wildlife, seaplanes or Hotel.
There is dedicated Parking for 2 cars.
Hotel Pool available to guests, upon direct payment