This lovingly furnished two-bedroom cottage, formerly an art gallery, nestled in the grounds of the owner’s home, is ideally placed for exploring the spectacular scenery of Connemara with lakes, mountains and a rugged coastline to uncover. Nestled at the heart of the Connemara Mountain Range, experience the very best of village living from Oughterard (4 miles), home to a fabulous selection of shops and restaurants, as well as an 18-hole golf course and opportunities for pony trekking. Keen anglers can cast off in Lough Corrib on the doorstep, the largest lake in the Republic of Ireland, or those who love life on the water can cruise the lake on the passenger ferry. Offering views into the Maam Valley and westwards to the Twelve Pins, thrill seekers can join the Derroura Mountain Bike Trail, 11 miles away, to cycle through some of the most spectacular scenery in Connemara.
The cottage welcomes you into the spacious, yet cosy lounge complimented by original art paintings on display, a roaring wood burner, plenty of comfortable seating and a bureau with art supplies to express your creativity or use as a work desk. A pretty, glass-panelled door leads into the adjoining kitchen/diner that boasts contemporary cottage-style decor, an inviting soft neutral colour palette and plenty of room for enjoying some locally sourced treats. Upstairs, you’ll find a stylish family shower room as well as two double bedrooms which both feature characterful sloping ceilings and wonderful countryside views.
Outside, fire up the BBQ and enjoy dining alfresco on the charming picnic bench nestled on the lawn before staying up way past bedtime to gaze into the clear night sky.