Rental House / Villa Banagher Leinster - Offaly Ireland

" Located on a farm only 2.5 miles from Banagher town in Co. Offaly, Ireland. The Ashtree Cottage has the feeling of seclusion while it is actually well placed to tour Ireland and is within easy walking distance of the River Shannon! We do not charge extra for electricity. Ideally located to tour the rest Ireland The Ashtree Cottage is brand new but we have incorporated lots of old features into it. There is a big open fire in the living room and the kitchen is pine wood. The heating and hot water is by the geothermal system. There are beams in the raised ceiling. This cottage has 3 bedrooms (2 double and a twin room) two rooms are ensuite shower and w.c. The master bedroom opens into the main bathroom. The main bathroom has a slipper bath and has pine wood panelling and celtic ironwork mirrors. We have planted and laid out the garden and it is looking good. It is a lovely cottage, we have put a huge amount of work and planning into it. The cottage will accommodate 6 people but it would be not be too big for less people. Walking: There are several walking routes in the area including The Offaly Way on the banks of the Grand Canal, The 66km Slieve Bloom Way passes deep glens and beautiful waterfalls. The Clara Bog, The Lusmagh Bog Walk and Lough Boora Parklands allow you to walk on a flat landscape of unbelievable natural beauty and rare animal and plant species. All these walks promises the tranquillity of an unspoiled landscape Golf: There are at least five excellent golf courses within easy reach of Banagher. "

" Great fishing and Golf nearby Birr Equestrian Centre: Trek on boglands and forest trails with wonderful views of the Slieve Bloom Mountain, Treks tailored to individuals needs. Birr Castle Demesne:Features Irelands Historic Science Centre. In the Grounds is the Great Telescope built by the Earl of Rosse in the 1840's and the most wonderful gardens you will want to visit. Site:Clonmacnoise was founded in 545AD by St Ciaran. The monastic ruins consists of a cathedral, two round towers, 8 churches and 3 high crosses Bunratty Castle, was built in the 15th century by the Earl of Thomond .He was famous for his hospitality. Following this tradition of hospitality, the world renowned Bunratty Medieval Banquet is held twice nightly throughout the year. Bunratty Folk Park, recreates rural and urban life in 19th century Victorian Ireland. "