ORCHARD COTTAGE: A COSY IRISH SELF-CATERING COTTAGE NESTLED IN NATURE
Set within the peaceful surroundings of the Clonalis Estate, this charming self-catering cottage offers the perfect escape to the simplicity of country life. With views of the orchard, meadows to explore, and the gentle hush of the Irish countryside all around, it’s a place made for slow, restful days and relaxed evenings.
The cottage sleeps six across three ensuite bedrooms – one double and two twins – making it ideal for families or small groups. The interiors are bright and airy blending soft, calming colours and natural textures all designed for comfort. There’s no fuss here – just a quiet, welcoming warmth that makes it feel like home from the moment you arrive.
The open-plan kitchen and dining space is made for long lazy breakfasts and hearty suppers. Whether you’re prepping a picnic for a day of exploring or cooking something comforting after a woodland meander, everything you need is to hand. The wood-burning stove brings a homely glow, adding to the warmth and comfort of the cottage.
Outdoors, where the air is fresh and the skies are open, there’s all the space you need to roam. Follow winding paths through the trees, spot hares in the fields at dusk, or sit out on the lawn with a book and birdsong for company. The tennis court is just a short stroll away, while long countryside walks begin at your front door.
Whether you’re planning a break with friends, a family holiday, or a restful escape just for you, Orchard Cottage offers the perfect balance of comfort, space, and serenity – all wrapped in the unique, unspoilt charm of rural Ireland.
Orchard Cottage
This self-contained cottage is equipped with:
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3 Bedrooms
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Check In: 4pm | Check Out: 10am
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Sleeps 6
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Fully Equipped Kitchen
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Parking
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Wifi
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Shared Large Garden
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Towels And Bedlinen
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Log Burner
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Dog Friendly (Two Dogs)
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Dryer on Site
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Board Games
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Travel Cot & High Chair available upon request
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Minimum 3 Night Booking
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Outdoor Seating
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Iron and Ironing Board
GUEST INFORMATION
Payment
A deposit of €300 per cottage per week is required upon booking and the balance to be paid 8 weeks before arrival.
Cancellation policy
We hope you won’t have to but if you do need to cancel, we require written notice of cancellation. If deposit only has been paid this is non-refundable unless we are able to re-let the property. All rents are to be paid eight weeks in advance of arrival. If cancellation occurs after this date monies will only be returned if the property is re-let.
There will be no charge if bookings cannot go ahead due to government restrictions.
Prices
Please contact us for self-catering rates
ROOM FOR PEACE AND QUIET
Set amidst the historic beauty of the Clonalis Estate, this homely Irish self-catering cottage is a space filled with calm, character, and comfort. More than just a stay, it’s a return to simplicity and countryside connection, where a true Irish welcome awaits.
What Our Visitors Say
We had a fantastic stay in the cottage, it’s very cozy and comfortable with many thoughtful touches. Beautiful and woodland areas for scenic strolls that we all enjoyed. Carol-Anne is a great host, very helpful and accommodating! Highly recommend for a relaxing but fun filled few days!
We just wrapped up our week long stay at the adorable Mews Cottage and have to say it was a wonderful experience! The cottage is super cozy and comfortable with all the essentials, it’s in a beautiful location, and there are plenty of things to do nearby. Carol-Anne and her husband are top notch hosts: responsive, attentive, and friendly. They both went out of their way to ensure we had a great experience while staying on their estate! If your trip takes you to this area of Ireland, I highly recommend this cottage and host!
A lovely cottage set in beautiful surroundings of the Clonalis estate. The location is on the doorstep of Castlerea town centre, with the benefit of supermarkets and cafes within minutes of your front door. The location though feels a world away from the town, as there are huge grounds to explore with river and woodland walks all part of this historic home. The rooms are spacious and traditionally decorated, and we made use of the wood burning fire. Carol-Anne kept in touch throughout our stay and ensured we were well looked after. It’s a unique place to stay, with the feel of being rural but also so close to the town and has all that you need from a holiday home.
4. An absolutely stunning location. As you enter through the gates and head up the sweeping drive, you immediately feel you are heading somewhere exceptional. Carol-Anne greeted us, showed us around the accommodation and then recommended local things to do, places to eat. She delivered fresh farm eggs one day and another homemade cookies and shortbread. This was a lovely surprise and incredibly tasty. The accommodation and grounds are stunning and we can highly recommend.
We’ve just returned from a spectacular stay at our cottage – wonderful hosts, idyllic surroundings, homely and beautifully presented cottage, with thought gone into every detail – in summary – a haven of peace and tranquillity to enable you to unwind and relax but only a stone’s throw from the shops and restaurants of Castlerea and Ballyhaunis! An A star experience and we will certainly be back. Thanks to Carol-Anne
We had a wonderful time, there is plenty to see within short driving distance and the estate itself has a great walk through an enchanted forest. Several large grocery stores are nearby. The host and her entire Family were very lovely and helpful, with fast and proactive communication. The cottage features all amenities described and has a homely flair. Thank you for the great week, we hope to be back!
We had a lovely family holiday here. beautiful woodland walks nearby. the house was perfect for us, lots of space everything you would need. lovely fires and toasty warm considering the temperature outside was freezing! the hosts could not have done more for us. very friendly, very responsive and just generally lovely people. excellent value for money. would definitely recommend staying here.
Can’t say enough about how wonderful our stay at the stewards house was. Carol- Anne was really lovely to deal with and contactable all the time and checked in to see if everything was ok … brought freshly baked cookies to us on a few occasions (tks so much) . Stewards house was home from home with every special touch needed especially for Christmas which made it so cosy .. The surrounding were breathtaking and peaceful exactly what we loved most about our stay .. we will definitely be back and tks so much for being an amazing host 💕💕💕
This property is the perfect location for a country escape. Set in beautiful surroundings the two livings rooms with warm fires and cosy couches made this a perfect setting for a relaxing Christmas break catching up with friends. Carol Anne was really helpful throughout our stay.
We stayed at the Steward’s House for one week over the Christmas period. We were two families with a mix of adults and children. The cottage was even better than expected. There are two living rooms, each with a wood burner and there was an ample supply of wood to last the duration of our stay. The facilities in the cottage are first class and there was even a dog bowl provided! We walked each day into the nearby town where there are pubs and cafes as well as two large supermarkets. The cottage was already decorated for Christmas when we arrived which made for a really welcoming environment. Carol-Anne responded to the few queries we had within minutes and we will definitely return to stay at Clonalis again the next time we visit Ireland. Can’t recommend highly enough.
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