The Rest of County
Clare —
B&Bs
Photos: (clockwise from upper left) Bruach na Coille, Kilrush; Glocca Morra, Ogonnelloe, between Killaloe and Scariff; Airport Manor, Shannon Town near Shannon Airport; and Clare Manor, Ennis.
B&B per person per night
€ - under 50
€€ - 50 to 75
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Airport Manor, Old Airport Rd. (R. 471), Shannon Town,
Co. Clare, tel. 061-363010, e-mail: seancollierirl@yahoo.com.
For those who ask about a B&B close to Shannon Airport, it's hard
to beat this purpose-built house, situated on the approach road to the
airport terminal (a 5-minute drive). With a modernized Georgian-style
façade and layout, the home offers 4 guestrooms including one family room,
all with modern amenities. Hostess is Catherine Collier. Closed: 20 December to mid-January. € Web site: www.townandcountry.ie
Berry Lodge, Annagh, Miltown Malbay, Co. Clare, tel.
065-708-7022, fax 065-708-7011; e-mail:
info@berrylodge.com. Nestled on the West Clare coast 10 miles south
of the Cliffs of Moher, this recently renovated Victorian farmhouse is
known for its delicious breakfasts. And it's no wonder - owner Rita Meade
teaches cooking during the autumn and spring, and "Hands On"
cookery mornings with lunch can be arranged for visitors. Rita offers
5 guestrooms, some overlooking the sea. Closed: early-Jan. to mid-Feb.
€
Web site: www.berrylodge.com
Bruach na Coille, Killimer Rd., N 67, Kilrush, Co. Clare,
tel./fax 065-905-2250; e-mail: clarkekilrush@hotmail.com.
This is an ideal B&B if you want to be within easy driving distance
of the Killimer/Tarbert car ferry which is less than 5 miles away. It
is a large two-story country house, situated in a sylvan setting amid
rose gardens and opposite Kilrush Woods and Vandeleur walled gardens.
Hosts Michael and Mary Clarke welcome guests with tea on arrival and offer
a large and varied breakfast menu to start each day. 4 guestrooms are
available, 2 of which are en suite; all have in-room TV and coffee/tea-makers.
It's an award-winning B&B. €
Web site: www.clarkekilrush.com
Clare Manor House, Clare Rd. (N18), Ennis, tel./fax 065-682-0701;
e-mail: claremanor.ennis@eircom.net.
Located on the main road less than one mile south of Ennis town centre,
this modern Tudorized two-story B&B house is a convenient base for
touring Ennis or for the 20-minute drive to Shannon Airport. Owners Mr. & Mrs. Michael O'Sullivan offer 6 non-smoking guest rooms, each with comfortable
furnishings, TV, and coffee/tea-maker. €
Dolmen Lodge, Tonarussa, Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare; tel.
and fax 065-707-7202; e-mail: dolmenlodge@eircom.net.
Set on a secluded hillside off the main road and less than one mile east
of town, this modern dormer-style farmhouse B&B is surrounded by rock
and flower gardens, with views of the bay and the Burren landscape. Hostess
Mary Kyne offers 4 guestrooms, one of which is a family room. Closed:
late Oct. to mid-Mar. €
Fortfield Farm, Donail, Kilrush, Co. Clare, tel. 065-905-2533;
fax 065-905-2908; e-mail: fortfield@eircom.net.
Enjoy a taste of farm life in the wilds of West Clare yet be close to
the Killimer car ferry and within 4 miles of Kilrush at this modern B&B
farmhouse, surrounded by a working dairy farm. Perched on an elevated
site, the house has a mansard-style roof and wrap-around conservatory
sunroom, offering panoramic views. Hosts Sean and Brid Cunningham offer
5 guestrooms (3 en suite) including two family rooms; all rooms have direct-dial
phones. Closed: Dec.-Feb. €
Web site: www.fortfieldfarm.com
Glocca Morra, Ogonnelloe, Scarriff, nr. Killaloe, Co. Clare, tel. 061-923172; e-mail: gloccamorra@gloccamorra.com. Set on a hillside along the west shore of Lough Derg on the Shannon River, this dormer-bungalow-style B&B has a magical location with panoramic views. Host John O'Shea offers 4 modern rooms with all the usual amenities including internet access. The breakfast menu includes low fat, low carb and veggie choices. € Web site: www.gloccamorra.com
Harbour Sunset Farmhouse, Rannagh, Liscannor, Co. Clare,
tel./fax 065-708-1039; e-mail: harbsunfarmhse@eircom.net.
Bringing the kids? This restored 200-year-old white-washed farmhouse set
amid an 86-acre working dairy farm offers lots to see and learn, plus
a collection of friendly pet animals. Best of all, it's located a little
over a mile from Liscannor and less then a mile from Cliffs of Moher road.
Bridget O'Gorman and family not only provide home baking but they also
play traditional Irish music around the fireplace. There are 3 guestrooms
available, of which 2are en suite and 1 is a family room. Closed: Oct.
- April. €
Web site: www.harboursunsetfarm.com
Moher Lodge Farmhouse, Cliffs of Moher , Liscannor, Co.
Clare, tel. 065-708-1269, fax 065-708-1589; e-mail: moherlodge@eircom.net.
This working farm B&B is situated less than a mile from the famous
Cliffs of Moher on the R 478 road. Set on an elevated site, it provides
views of the sea and the surrounding Burren countryside. Hostess Mary
Considine offers 4 guestrooms. Closed: Nov.-Mar. €
Web site: www.cliffsofmoher-ireland.com
Moher View, Ennistymon Rd., Lahinch, Co. Clare, tel./fax
065-708-1206; e-mail: moherview@esatclear.ie.
Located less than a mile from Lahinch on an elevated setting overlooking
the famous golf mecca, this dormer bungalow B&B home is an ideal base
for golfers or for anyone interested in seeing the Cliffs of Moher or
the Burren. Hostess Margaret Skerritt offers 4 modern guestrooms. Closed:
Oct.-April. €
Web site: www.moherview-lahinch.com
Rooska House, Quin, Co. Clare, tel. 065-682-5661; e-mail: rooskaguest@eircom.net. Seeking
a charming and historic village within a half-hour's drive of Shannon
Airport, yet away from the beaten path? Head for Quin, one of County Clare's
best-kept secrets. This traditional B&B home sits in the village,
near to the famous Quin Abbey ruins and within a few miles of Knappogue
Castle and Craggaunowen. Hostess Joan Murphy offers 4 non-smoking guestrooms,
2 of which are en suite. Closed: Nov.-Mar. €
Woodhaven, Doolin Coast Road, Lisdoonvarna, Co. Clare;
tel. 065-707-4017; e-mail: woodhavenbb@eircom.net. Situated less than a mile west of town at the junction
of N 67 and R 477, this handsome white Georgian-style B&B home provides
scenic views in a well-tended garden setting. Hostess Irene Vaughan, who
is known for her home-baking, offers 4 non-smoking guest rooms —
4 en suite and 1 standard. Rooms offer extra comforts such as electric
blankets, coffee/tea-makers, and hairdryers. Closed: Christmas. € Web site: www.townandcountry.ie
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