Welcome to The Old School House. This quirky cottage in Carrowholly near Westport sleeps up to eight people in three bedrooms.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground floor double, 1 x double, 1 x mezzanine level twin with double sofa bed. Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Bathroom with Jacuzzi bath, shower, basin and WC. Basin and WC. Fitted kitchen leading to dining room with sofa (seats 2) and woodburner. Sitting room (seats 4) with open fire. Oil central heating with open fire in sitting room and woodburner in dining room. Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, radio, WiFi, selection of books and games. Fuel, power and starter pack for open fire and woodburner inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Ample off road parking. Lawned rear garden with patio and furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub 3 miles. Note: This property sleeps a max. of 7 adults.
Location
The Old School House is a characterful cottage in Carrowholly near Westport. The cottage has three bedrooms - a ground floor double, a first floor double and a mezzanine level family room with twin beds and a double sofabed, which also has a TV and a sitting area with views across the bay to Croagh Patrick. There are two bathrooms, including one with a Jacuzzi bath. The kitchen leads to the dining room with woodburner, and there is a sitting room with an open fire. Outside is off road parking, and an attractive garden with furniture. The Old School House is an ideal base for exploring Westport, tackling Croagh Patrick, Walking the Achill Way or heading further afield to the Connemara National Park.
The popular town of Westport offers a wide range of shops, restaurants, pubs and bars, and is alive with traditional music and rich Irish heritage.
The West of Ireland conjures up many images; thatched, whitewashed cottages, a flock of sheep on a narrow road, an emerald green field with a stone wall, or the Atlantic waves crashing into towering cliffs and rocky shores.
Reviews of The Old School House
"It was a lovely cottage in very good condition. A complete kitchen we were with 6 adults and one teenager we had plenty of space we loved it there."
Reviewed by Santing on 01/08/2016
"Booked into the Old Schoolhouse as a group of 2 families comprising 4 adults & 3 kids for 3 nights. It has everything you need to have an extremely comfortable stay. The kids had their own 'retreat' upstairs in the loft (with great views out to Croagh Patrick), including tv, books & plenty of space to hang out. The neat backyard also provided some space for the kids to run around & kick a ball. The sitting room, with open fire was awesome to come back to, and the fully equipped kitchen made it easy to cater for ourselves. So much so, that rather than make the short trip into town for dinner each night we elected to stay in, cook for ourselves and just enjoy the ambience of the Old Schoolhouse. It's a great option if you need to accommodate a large group."
Reviewed by BrisbaneTraveldoctor on 26/06/2016
"The house was charming and updated, in keeping with its age. All in all we enjoyed our time staying there very much! The views were marvellous! The Irish garden was quite inspiring! The Mayo Sailing Club was nearby - a photographers dream. It was lovely!"
Reviewed by Mr Barrow on 10/08/2015
"The cottage was well kitted out, well furnished and faultless. It was in a perfect spot - quiet with great views, especially from first floor lounge/bedroom. Everything you could need was in nearby Westport with great pubs and eateries. So much to do in a beautiful part of Ireland."
Reviewed by Mr McMeekin on 20/04/2015
"We loved the cottage, it has got all the practical needs for a holiday let plus a wonderful ambience. We felt at home the minute we stepped inside. The location is great for lovely days out in this fantastic part of Ireland, but not too long of a journeys home at the end of the day. Local walks are a treat, we just loved it."
Reviewed by Miss Halley on 21/10/2014
"Excellent cottage with first class facilities, friendly local people and wonderful views. "
Reviewed by Mr Battell on 08/09/2014
"An excellent cottage which was extremely well appointed. Westport is a delightful town full of character."
Reviewed by Mr Battell on 05/09/2014
"A fantastic house with fantastic views."
Reviewed by Mr Lyttle on 06/07/2014