Luxury Country Family Superb Views Home 40mins Shannon Airpor
- Minimum stay:7 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
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WHEN GUESTS drive down our road and take in the view they all exclaim, 'Wow!' When they open the front door and enter our home they all exclaim, 'Wow'!
In Glendree we found a peaceful and picturesque location, and working with an existing traditional house and farm buildings we extended, restored and renovated to create our dream family home centred around a huge, open-plan room with a grand design. A room in a home to share, full of light and warmth, beauty and comfort, and interesting things reflecting our own interests and travels.
When we’re home we like to spend some of our time with family and friends – walking, talking, cooking, dining,touring and exploring, and other times quietly reading, listening to music and watching movies in comfort . . . and our high spec cook’s kitchen, big tables, wall of books, fireplaces, superior underfloor heating system, wifi internet, several ipod docking stations, and sofa and reclining chairs in front of the big screen . . . all help!
Our home really is the best of the old and the new. A complete renovation of the main house was undertaken in 2008, the conversion and connection of the old dairy in 2009 and, adding charm and character, the original 300 year old cottage stands proudly next to the old piggery and coach house ... unrestored ... our next projects!
The property sits peacefully in idyllic, Irish countryside, halfway up the mountain side of Slieve Aughty and overlooking the valley to the Slieve Bearna mountain range. The view is stunning - green, rolling hills, hedge lined lanes and fields, and old stone walls and cottages – all made for quiet, contemplative walking or if you feel like it - more active hiking, cycling, fishing, biking and exploring. It is all here!
Our home was designed to bring the best of the outside inside. A run of French doors open onto an elegant and large terrace which wraps around the living areas and provides an ideal area to quietly gaze at the view, sit by the firepit or BBQ and entertain. From this terrace you can hear the fall of our stream only 50 yards away, and on a clear night the Milky Way can be viewed arcing across the sky. Our large, south-facing conservatory is full of healthy plants and houses our favorite overstuffed sofa in which to recline with wine or a book, and is also set up for sunny, picturesque dining. Large expanses of double glazing and multiple skylights throughout the house all serve to capture the view, solar heat and light - all bringing the best of the outside inside.
We find many of our guests, despite the best touring plans and our proximity to major tourist attractions, simply relax and stay close, enjoying our home and close environs ...as we do whenever we can.
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Property Type
- Farmhouse
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Suitability
- Non Smoking Only
- Children Welcome
- Limited Accessibility
Bedrooms
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12, Beds for 8-12
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 3
- Bedroom 4
- Convertible bed(s)
Bathrooms
- 2.5 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathroom 2
Kitchen & Dining
- Catering Available
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishwasher
Amenities
- Clothes Dryer
- Washing Machine
- Parking Off Street
- Wood Stove
- Linens Provided
- Wood Fireplace
- Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- CD Player
- Television
- Stereo
- DVD Player
- Video Library
- Satellite / Cable
- Ping Pong Table
- Music Library
Communications
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
- Deck / Patio
Location & View
- Mountain View
Activities
- Live Theater
- Wind-Surfing
- Sailing
- Surfing
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Cycling
- Mountain Biking
- Fitness Center
- Boating
- Horseback Riding
- Shopping
- Sight Seeing
- Miniature Golf
- Museums
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Cinemas
- Restaurants
- Golf
- Fishing
Reviews
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We will be back!
Guest comment entered by ownerWe will be back!
- Guest Lisa
- Date of stay 05/05/12
- Review Submitted 07/29/12
We had a wonderful stay in your house - it must have been idyllic living there with your family! We had a great lunch on Sunday for my family. Loved your double belfast sink...so much space compared to living in London!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Thank you for everything !
Guest comment entered by ownerThank you for everything !
- Guest Tara
- Date of stay 07/02/12
- Review Submitted 07/29/12
We are back home and settled after an amazing trip. We had never visited Ireland before and our family feels like we found a place in heaven staying in your home. I have 2 teenagers, and an 11 and 10 year old, and they were all as enthralled as my husband and I. In fact, it was an effort to get them to want to leave to explore other sites once we landed..... We are very grateful for the memories and the time spent at Glendree. Although we did not get to meet you, I feel as though I got to know you a bit from chatting with Bernie. She was wonderful and could not have made us feel more welcomed. And as a side note, I love Modigliani, and have a piece hanging in my bathroom. I felt right at home. Thank you for everything !Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Do Not Hesitate to Rent This Home!
Guest comment entered by ownerDo Not Hesitate to Rent This Home!
- Guest Amy H., USA
- Date of stay 06/23/12
- Review Submitted 07/28/12
The pictures and description of this home are lovely, but what they cannot capture is the charm of Ireland, or of Glendree itself, or of its people. From Bernie, who greeted us with coffee and cookies, to the home itself which allowed us to relax after a long flight. Then there was Trix who allowed my daughter to ride a horse while she and I chatted comfortably. There is something magical about this home and its location. It is perfectly located for traveling both locally and nationally to beautiful attractions. But is it also quietly nestled in a remote spot perfect for relaxation. Do not hesitate to rent this home. We thank Trix, Bernie and Fran for making our dream vacation a reality!!! With any luck, we will visit again Rating: 5 out of 5Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Fantastic house in the East Clare countryside
Fantastic house in the East Clare countryside
- Guest jcitybone
- Date of stay 07/14/12
- Review Submitted 07/24/12
Out family of nine, including four members over 70, had a great time in this beautiful house. The setting was stunning and close to the village (Feakle) where three family members' grandfather was born. It was wonderful to come home to the house and relax after a long day of touring the area--our destinations included the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, Galway, Clonmacnoise and Portumna, and Dingle. The house is quite large and we were able to fit with room to spare. The kitchen was well appointed and we used it for breakfasts and some dinners. Dealing with the owner, Fran, and her local caretaker, Bernie, was terrific. We all had a super time! If you go, definitely check out the Irish music sessions at Peppers, a local pub in Feakle. The owner will even come and pick up your party in his van to transport you to and from the pub.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, people with disabilities.
Owner response: Thanks Brian for your lovely review. We are delighted you enjoyed the house, people and place. It really is something special. Now you have found where you are from, hopefully you will come back again soon! To use a good Irish expression, you would be very welcome. Kind regards, Fran.
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Cannot wait to return one day
Cannot wait to return one day
- Guest Cara
- Date of stay 07/01/11
- Review Submitted 03/20/12
My husband, baby and I stayed at Fran's house last summer for almost 2 months. The house is amazing. Warm, comfortable and with beautiful views that we still talk about and dream about. The kitchen was fantastic to cook in, especially after a trip to one of the many farmer's markets around. We often took walks on the roads behind the house and fed the horses we met along the way. The sun room is perfect for reading and afternoon naps. Her friends that helped us get acclimated were wonderful. Everyone in the neighborhood is lovely. We can't wait to return to the house one day for another vacation.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway, adventure seekers.
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Wonderful Holiday
Wonderful Holiday
- Guest Jerry
- Date of stay 10/13/11
- Review Submitted 10/26/11
We loved the house and had a wonderful time. The house is beautiful.Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers.
Owner response: Thank you Michael for your kind review. We are really pleased you enjoy your time in Glendree. Kind regards, Fran
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Warm and Inviting
Warm and Inviting
- Guest Sally
- Date of stay 10/01/11
- Review Submitted 10/12/11
We just returned from a wonderful week in this comfortable, warm, clean and inviting home. From the modern conveniences of the bathrooms, kitchens, appliances to the comfortable furniture and beautiful artwork, not to mention the magnificent views, this house couldn't have been a better choice for our week of touring West Ireland. Fran was wonderful to correspond with, and her friends in the area were most accommodating and helpful. We are two sisters with husbands and we loved our morning walks around the "neighborhood", especially when the local dogs would join us on our adventure. Highly recommended!Recommended for: Sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, adventure seekers.
Owner response: Thanks Sally for submitting this review. I love it when guests can see and sense all the love and attention to detail that we have cheerfully invested in our home. Kind regards, Fran
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Fantastic Sisters Retreat
Fantastic Sisters Retreat
- Guest The Four McGoldrick Sisters
- Date of stay 08/26/11
- Review Submitted 09/13/11
My sisters and I just spent nine wonderful nights in Fran's truly beautiful home and I don't know where to begin to explain how perfect it was in every way. As much as we loved touring around County Clare , Galway, Limerick and Mayo on our day trips, each one of us said "it's good to be home" when we arrived back to the house at night. Fran has two wonderful friends who looked after all our needs and a neighbor who also does massages! We were in heaven! I would highly recommend this home to anyone!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, adventure seekers, people with disabilities.
Owner response: Thanks Karen for your review. We enjoyed having a lovely bunch of sisters come and stay. Like you when we have the luxury of time at home in Glendree, we don not want to leave the house. . . . which is not a problem as the house is well set up for entertaining and everyone is happy to come to us! Cheers, Fran
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Great Holiday Place
Great Holiday Place
- Guest Cath
- Date of stay 08/12/10
- Review Submitted 03/26/11
A beautiful and peaceful location, but within easy reach of surrounding villages and towns. The house itself is welcoming, light and spacious due particularly to the open plan design of the main living area. The kitchen provides lots of scope for cooking and entertaining, and there are eating areas outside weather permitting! We also made use of the friendly local pub where you can eat outside and enjoy more views. We enjoyed exploring the stunning countryside and all the historical, often ancient. landmarks. We had a real sense of the history of Ireland and how it was shaped. This is a a great location for families to be able to relax and absorb all the local sights and culture. Thank you for a memorable holiday, highly recommended as a holiday destination.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers.
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A Wonderful time time in Feakle
A Wonderful time time in Feakle
- Guest Duvard Steele
- Date of stay 07/26/10
- Review Submitted 02/07/11
"Our family was blown away by this beautiful contemporary Irish home .The home was so country and comfortable , we extended our stay .To be in such a modern home, looking across an ancient countryside was the Ireland we wanted to live .We had days of rest ,tucked away in the tranquil countrysde and then times we engaged beggining with just 3klms away to a wonderful , talented and funfilled pubs around the district. Our Family visited many local attractions in a relaxed time and distance from the home . The local town of Feakle was filled with great pubs and even greater people. .The new photos on the web are very accurate and worthy of the home. The gourmet kitchen was a highlight and the open plan was a pleasure to live in. We have been suggesting to all our friends to book with us on our next trip and would highly recommend this property only to people with impeccable taste and a desire to experience one of this Irish districts, truly amazing homes ." Thankyou to this Family and congratulations on a beautiful homeRecommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 7 night min stay |
€840 | €2380 | ||||
| Spring Mar 23 - May 30 7 night min stay |
€1260 | €3920 | ||||
| Summer Jun 1 - Aug 30 7 night min stay |
€1505 | €5040 | ||||
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Owner info
Year Purchased: 1996
About the owner: We are all Australian born and having lived, worked and studied in several different countries we always found ourselves coming back to Ireland, particularly County Clare which we found authentically beautiful. Our ancestors had originally emigrated from here and we had lots of friends through traditional music, an interest fostered by grandparents. When it came time for our children to enter secondary schooling, we decided County Clare was 'it' - here, in the 'land of saints and scholars' they could have a rural freedom and rigorous education all in the context of a rich cultural heritage and picturesque surroundings. What had been a holiday home for us became our permanent family home. The family is now grown and while we are all, once again, travelling for work . . . this remains our home, heart and hearth.
Why the Owner Chose Feakle:
Only 30 mins drive to Shannon Airport ... and it is beautiful ... on the mountainside between the villages of Tulla and Feakle and ...
10 mins to the village of Tulla, home of the famous Tulla Ceili Band where you will find . . .
a well stocked supermarket with fresh crusty bread baked throughout the day and a decent selection of wines, Flappers award winning restaurant, your choice of half a dozen traditional Irish pubs, an ATM and bank and a Saturday morning Farmers Market in the old Courthouse.
10 minutes in the other direction to Feakle, you will find Peppers Pub with traditional Irish music sessions every Wednesday and Sunday nights, and Shorts (Lena's) Bar with the longest running session in Ireland – every Thursday night for 37 years! Great craic.
10 mins to East Clare Way scenic walk and fishing in Loughs Ea, Roslara, Clondanagh, Clondorney & Bridget
20 minutes to East Clare Golf Club, Knappogue Castle, Craggenouwn, Ennis town with major Tourist Information Centre and Museum, Tuamgraney Horse Riding Stables or Clare Equestrian Centre and Quin Abbey
30 minutes to Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, Lough Derg and historic Killaloe on the Shannon
40 mins to Limerick City, St John's Castle and the Corofin Heritage Centre where you can trace your ancestory.
60 minutes to Lahinch Golf Club, Galway town, the Burren and the Cliffs of Moher.
You can do a lot or do nothing!
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