Country Cottage / Gite 5 persons. 4 room(s) , of which 3 Bedroom(s), 2 bathrooms, Open-plan kitchen, Living room, 2 shower rooms, Terrace, 3 separate toilets Surface area : 95 m2 / 1022 sqft, Garden : 4000 sqm / 1 acre
Year of construction : 1825, Date of last renovation : 2005 Amenities Bedding : 1 Double bed, 3 Single bed. TV, Sheets and towels included, Dish washer, Private parking lot Baby cot, Charcoal barbecue, Bath tub, Books, Coal / Wood heating, Coffee maker, Courtyard, Deckchair, DVD player, Working Fireplace, Fridge freezer, Board games, Games for children, Hairdryer, Heating, Hot plate, Iron, Ironing board, Kettle, Microwave, Outdoor furniture, Oven, Refrigerator, Shower, Toaster, Tumble Dryer, TV socket
Additional services Alarm, Bed linen provided, Towels provided, Tumble driers at the disposal of all tenants, Washing machines at the disposal of all tenants Best points Glenview Lodge is a unique four star Failte Ireland approved storey three bedroom farmhouse situated in rural West Limerick 1km from the Cork County border and 2km from the village of Broadford..
The lodge is part of the small family farm. Family records of the farm go back to 1685 when the farm was purchased. Glenview Lodge is recorded on the ordnance survey maps printed before the famine of the 1840s.Restoration work has taken place in 2005. The house has been renovated with care and retains the character of a house of its period.
The house is approached via a long driveway offering spectacular views of the local countryside.
The house in its private tranquil setting among mature gardens including some two hundred year old beech trees combines the charm of an old farmhouse with high quality accomodation.
The local Mullaghareirk Mountain Walking Trails which consist of 8 sign-posted walks, most of which are loop walks(walks which start and finish at the same point) will introduce the visitor to the many natural springs, bird life, wild life, bogs and historical sites. Walks range from 4km to 24km over a variety of terrain from open farmland and forest paths to quiet country roads. Maps and extensive local information are available to guests.
This is the ideal base for golf, equestrian, angling and a wide range of activities, and touring Cork, Kerry Limerick, Clare and Tipperary.
Accommodation for 5 people. One double, one single, one twin.
Notices Owner lives in the area, Pets not allowed, Individual means of transport desirable
Location Floor : 2, in an accommodation of 2 floor(s) View of Countryside from the side. Altitude 200 m / 570 ft. Aspect South-East. Natural park : 4 km. Broadford : 2 km / 5700 ft. Detached house. Airport : + 50 km, Bank : 7 km, Beach : 50 km, Supermarket : 2 km / 5700 ft, Train station : 22 km, Village centre : 2 km / 5700
Activities in the vicinity Equitation, Golf, Hiking, Horse riding, Hunting
Means of access We are situated 2km from Broadford village in West Limerick in the South
West of Ireland.
Airports
Kerry 70km 1 hour.
Cork 80km 1½ hour.
Shannon 70 km 1½ hour.
Ferry Ports.
Cork 80km 1½ hour
Rosslare, Co. Wexford 200km 3½ hour.
Car Hire is advisable .
Exact directions to Glenview Lodge will be sent upon confirmation of booking.
Hints and Tips Broadford Village- The name Broadford comes from the Irish ‘Beal an Atha’ meaning the mouth of the river ford. The village in rural West Limerick is near the foothills of the Mullaghareirk Mountains.
Located 2km from the village where you will find a choice of shop, pubs, takeaway restaurant, church, post office and the Arboretum for native trees.15 mins drive from 16th centuiry Glenquin castle.
We are 15km from Newcastle West noted for its shopping and 15th century castle. Adare, Ireland’s most picturesque village with its thatched cottages, restaurants, boutiques and abbeys is within easy reach. Restaurants, outdoor activities, including golf, fishing and equestrian activities are also to be enjoyed. Tiger Woods has played in Adare Manor Golf Resort on many occasions.
The towns and villages of county Limerick offer a warm welcome to visitors. Limerick City is stepped in history,visit St. John’s Castle or the Hunt Museum. West Limerick has many attractions including equestrian centres in Abbeyfeale and Adare, horse racing at the Limerick Racecourse, karting.Visit Foynes Flying Boat Museum. Call to the Irish Palatine Centre in Rathkeake which details the experiences of families from the German Palantine who settled there in 1709.
Some day trips:Limerick City, Cork City, Blarney Castle,Fota Island Wild Life Park, Killarney Lakes and the Ring of Kerry,Ballybunion Beach & Golf Links, The Rock of Cashel,Bunratty Castle Folk Park and Banquets,The Cliffs of Moher,Lough Gur Stone age Visitor Centre,Ballyhoura Cycle Trails and Skellig Islands(world heritage site)
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11/11/2009
18/12/2009
450 €
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120 €
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three days
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19/12/2009
22/12/2009
450 €
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23/12/2009
29/12/2009
650 €
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30/12/2009
05/01/2010
600 €
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09/01/2010
28/05/2010
450 €
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120 €
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29/05/2010
02/07/2010
500 €
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120 €
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03/07/2010
27/08/2010
600 €
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28/08/2010
01/10/2010
500 €
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120 €
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02/10/2010
17/12/2010
450 €
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120 €
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three days
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Holiday rental : from Saturday to Saturday. Short stays allowedfrom 3day(s) . Charges not included, Downpayment / Deposit requested, Key pick up with owner, Supplement for heating depending on the season
Last update : 27/10/2009 Date of first advertisement on the Homelidays website 19/09/2008
