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Clonalis House
Clonalis House in Castlerea, Co. Roscommon is the ancestral home of the O' Connors of Connacht. Please visit www.clonalishouse.com for more info.
Is there anything for families to do nearby?
YES!
If you are planning a trip to our self-catering cottages this year or next year: Here are just a few of the family friendly activities nearby.
Which would your kids enjoy most?
⭐️ Lough Key Forest Park
⭐️ P Mac Kayaks
⭐️ Glendeer Pet Farm
⭐️ Baysports
⭐️Arigna Mining Experience
⭐️ Electric Bike Trails
⭐️ Shannon River Adventures
⭐️ Rathcroghan
⭐️ Strokestown House
⭐️ Knockvicar Alpacas
⭐️ Athlone Castle
⭐️ Viking Tours Ireland
Check for seasonal opening hours in advance. Explore our website www.clonalishouse.com for links to the below activities and also for more to do in the area.
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Thank you to all of our wonderful guests, wonderful suppliers and most of all our wonderful team.
The house is now closed for the season while our cottages remain open all year round.
Every guest is special to us and we are grateful for everyone who chooses to stay with us. We are privileged to have a little hand in helping other people make special memories.
We are off on a family walk and look forward to welcoming more cottage guests new and old on our return.
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September fattens on vines.
Roses flake from the wall.
The smoke of harmless fires…
This is plenty. This is more than enough.
September Song by Geoffrey Hill
Dawns are for exploring poetic landscapes on foot, returning to a delicious breakfast by the fire. Clonalis, where holidays are done just right.
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While some rise with the birds to whip up leaning stacks of chocolate chip pancakes, the peaceful surroundings tempt the young folk to have long morning naps.
Then off to explore the rolling countryside on foot and the bucolic Winnie the Pooh woods. Evenings are for reclining in the walled orchard with a glass of wine as the last of the day’s sun sets beyond the trees as you hear laughter from the tennis court.
Later, all the family will loaf by the fire on sinkable sofas and cosy blankets at the ready. Clonalis House Cottages…..true escapism.
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Tours are now finished for the season. We have enjoyed sharing the rich tapestry that is the history of our home, Clonalis. We especially love hearing the stories from the many people visiting, who worked and lovingly cared for Clonalis in the past or their ancestors down through the centuries.
Your connection to this special place reminds us that we are all bound together by the history, beauty and memories of our surroundings. We know that these people have and will continue to be an important part of the story that is Clonalis.
Photo of Mr Gaffrey the beloved gamekeeper at Clonalis.
Group tours can be booked directly until the end of September.
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“I think of life itself now as a wonderful play that I’ve written for myself, and so my purpose is to have the utmost fun playing my part.”
Shirley MacLaine 1934.
Deep summer and Clonalis is a secluded utopia. Trade the daily noise far from the madding crowd for bird song,
roam for miles or sit for hours. Start your romance with Clonalis …..it’s a hard place to leave.
Head to the link in our bio to secure your stay.
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CLONALIS HOUSE TOURS: National Heritage Week
Take a step back through time this @nationalheritageweek and experience the rich history of Clonalis House.
Discover the interiors of the reception rooms and fascinating stories of the O’Conor family who have called Clonalis home for generations. Immerse yourself in the heritage of one of Ireland’s oldest families.
To celebrate @nationalheritageweek we have discounted tours from 17th to 25th August that can be booked online on our website www.clonalishouse.com
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Rich in charm and character our cottages promise a memorable getaway… a place for belonging.
While loved ones whip up culinary delights with supplies from the local deli as the little ones sit cross legged at the kitchen table with sun creamed hands reaching for watermelon wedges and eagerly mopping up the good olive oil with stalks of fresh sourdough. The only quandary deciding what to tuck into next! Create unforgettable memories as you gather with family and friends sharing stories, laughter and warmth. Savour the moment.
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“… but tonight I am content.
Nothing more than an empty house, the warm haziness from a day spent setting strawberry runners in the sun, a glass of cool sweet milk, and a shallow dish of blueberries bathed in cream….
At times like this I’d call myself a fool to ask for more.”
Sylvia Plath
Clonalis, where the verdant grounds unfold like a story book, lending themselves to sipping good wine, living on country time and where leisurely days reign supreme.
Where you learn to stop and truly observe reminding us that luxury exists in uncomplicated pleasures.
Book a stay for a true escape.
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CLONALIS HOUSE TOURS
On a tour of our beloved Clonalis, let our guide take you on a 1,500 year old journey of history and heritage and the part the family played in Irish political and social life.
Tours are Monday to Saturday and finish on August 31st this season. Tours can be booked online on our website www.clonalishouse.com
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Sounds like a great day out, planned at Ballintubber Heritage weekend tomorrow!Looking forward to welcoming all the Street Stalls to our Heritage event tomorrow in Ballintubber Village, a beautiful selection of hand-made crafts and products will be available to purchase. See list of crafters and stall on the poster, shop local in support of small local businesses 😀
Castlerea.ie Roscommon County Council Castles in Communities Kenny's Bar Ballintubber Garveys Bar Castlerea Community School Roscommon Heritage News & Info Ballintubber Development Association Ballintubber St Patrick's Day Parade St Croans GAA & LGFA Roscommon Leader Partnership Roscommon Public Participation Network Roscommon Town History & Heritage Roscommon Herald TidyTowns Ireland Roscommon People Roscommon Tidy Towns Ballinlough/Granlahan Heritage Group Clonalis House
Our cottages inspire slow living.
Where days are marked by indulgent mornings with lazy lie ins, steaming coffees and morning strolls.
Where the orchard walls have seen many a late summer alfresco supper sparking deep conversation, listening to the birds, sipping wine and star gazing.
Cottages made for sharing …… so come one, come all, gather for a holiday with family and friends what awaits is an entanglement of honest - to - goodness good vibes.
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“To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.”
Audrey Hepburn
My mother’s garden, created and planted by her own hands within a walled Orchard. Utter heaven….
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When you realise the real luxuries in life are slow mornings, being with the people you love, time, homemade food, learning, quiet moments, good sleep, time in nature, watching the sunset and enjoying a hot cup of coffee.
Clonalis, leave with your cup full….
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The Farm at Clonalis was originally established as part of the estate in the 17th century and in January 2023 the farm entered a 2 year conversion phase to full organic status.
Early societies understood the need to nurture and look after the soil, as well as harvest from it. “To be a successful farmer one must first know the nature of the soil,” said Xenophon the Ancient Greek philosopher.
At Clonalis, we are privileged to be so connected to the land that surrounds us. On our farm the manures from the cattle are returned to the soils as a natural fertiliser and a source of rich organic matter. Our Aberdeen Angus cattle are grazed extensively to maintain the grass and return the nutrients, not only does that mean exceptional quality meat, but as they graze they help us regenerate the land, a key part of our circular farming system. These well tempered, hardy and inquisitive cattle lead a happy life spending two thirds of the year grazing on the estates pasture. When winter comes they move to large straw filed barns to be fed silage over the winter.
Soil, of course, is where it all begins and ends.
To read the words of my father in law Pyers on the proud tradition of farming at Clonalis please click the link here: bit.ly/4eLTUxF
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