About this property
An attractive farmhouse dwelling settled on a working farm in the picturesque County Mayo, Cong Farmhouse is the perfect property for a large family celebration based in an idyllic location. Offering guests stunning countryside views at its exterior and a stylish, traditional interior, this cottage on the outskirts of Cong is a brilliant holiday home from which to create everlasting memories with your loved ones at any time of year. Lies between the shores of Lough Corrib and Lough Mask, which are good fishing lakes, available from February onwards and full of salmon, trout and pike for your enjoyment. Step inside the porch way and settle down your belongings before entering into the kitchen/diner where a woodburning stove awaits you to warm the room as you sit together at the dining table to enjoy your home-cooked meals.
In this room you can find all the essential appliances encompassed by cream hues and wooden worktops, creating a traditional farmhouse feel. Carry your conversions through to the sitting room and light up the open fire before taking a seat in one of the characterful red sofas, with a Smart TV and a snug environment, it makes the perfect place to end your evenings. At the end of a fun-filled day, seek comfort in one of four bedrooms; the ground floor benefits from a homely double bedroom with its own en-suite shower room, perfect for the grandparents of the group, or move up to the first floor to be greeted by two further double bedrooms and a twin room, all boasting brilliantly bright feature walls and a snug place to rest your head after your adventures.
Outside, the property presents a large gravelled area, with miles of uninterrupted countryside giving you and your loved ones a beautiful backdrop for when you enjoy alfresco dining in the form of a barbecue in the summer months. The nearby village of Cong plays host to a good range of amenities, including the simplicities of a shop, gastro pub, coffee shop, restaurants and more, as well as its own museum based on the famous film of The Quiet Man. Explore the historic abbey of the village. Close by you can also find Ashford Castle, known to be the most dramatic castle in Ireland, where you will also be greeted by an 18-hole golf course, or embark on a day trip to the picturesque Kylemore Abbey with its Victorian walled gardens and a beautiful tea room, it's a true marvel to be seen.
In reach of the Connemara National Park, Westport and Galloway too, Cong Farmhouse is the perfect place to base your next holiday to Ireland.
Cong is a charming village in County Mayo, known to be a gateway to Connermara. Lying between Lough Corrib and Lough Mask, it makes an extremely scenic base for a holiday, with the benefit of a good range of amenities including a gastro pub, coffee shop, a variety of restaurants, a museum, playground and a magnificent abbey boasting rich history. Nearby you can find the beauty of Ashford Castle, a golf course and even Galway, providing excitement for every kind of holiday.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC with dressing room, 2 x double and 1 x twin.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner with woodburning stove.
Utility.
Sitting room with open fire
Oil fired central heating, woodburning stove and open fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, Smart TV and WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove and open fire included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and stairgate available.
Ample off-road parking.
Gravelled garden with furniture and barbecue.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub within 2 miles.
Note: As the property is on a working farm, a dairy herd will pass the property's driveway to reach the farm twice a day.
Note: Due to the age of the property, there are some low doorways and a steep staircase, please take care