Brigit’s Garden was created by Jenny Beale who commissioned local craftspeople to design elements in addition to Reynolds’ landscaping. Required fields are marked *. Rooms are available from €79 and booking can be made via the House Hotel’s website here. I’d love to go back one day and this place looks stunning. Such a beautiful drive xx, Loved watching this video and you showed the scenery really well. Glacial lake. Property Partners Emma Gill are proud to bring to market this half acre elevated site overlooking Lough Mask in the scenic setting of Tourmakeady in Mayo. After McGaugh’s Garden Centre on the left the true countryside begins. Thanks for hosting #candidcuddles , Thanks so much Louise! Turn left onto the N59 Galway to Clifden road past the only building of note here – Peacocke’s Hotel. Vacation rentals available for short and long term stay on Vrbo. Do you have a favourite family outing or things to do together out of the house? Looks gorgeous. The Franciscan Friary of Ross Errily sits on a plain beside the Black River and contains fantastic stone work by mediaeval monks. I loved the reminder, and the quotes are just spot on. It is nestled between Lough Mask & the Partry Mountains in County Mayo. I’ve heard there is a beautiful waterfall there & I’d love to see it. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Leave Castlebar on the N84 for Ballinrobe. It was built sometime around 1800 from nothing but local stone and spans the end of a lake. And now with the addition of heated seats in my car I also have a warm bottom! Mullagh Cottage is traditional-style stone cottage with space for up to six people. View back down valley – picture The road now climbs towards a high pass with Lackavrea mountain on your left. #bloggerclubUK, Wow! In this part of Ireland there was little other employment and the land was not as productive as the fields east of Lough Corrib, the mine provided at least some opportunity to earn a wage. Takes some getting used to, I suppose.) Totally agree that people should collect more moments and experiences #BloggerClubUK. There's a fabulous scenic drive or bike ride which starts from Westport called the Great Western Greenway, which runs to Achill Island overlooking the wild Atlantic Ocean. The music reminded me of PS I Love You #BloggerClubUK, I love the quote about the earth having music for those who listen. We would like to spend a day exploring Galway (can see from forum there is heaps to see) and then do two days of driving to other areas. For more on the crazy narrow roads where I live, check out this post about the roads I drive. Scenic area. Feature windows, a tower and cloisters situated amongst lush green fields grazed by cattle and sheep add to the feeling of calm. I’ve always wanted to visit the West of Ireland, if you keep on showing me all these lovely places don’t be surprised if I rock up on your doorstep one day! Hi Becky Tourmakeady Map Árd Aoibhinn Farm is found in a scenic and peaceful place near Tourmakeady, County Mayo and conveniently located along the shores of Lough Mask. I still remember our drives fondly as a child – unless they were the 8hr drives to visit family. Descending from the height of the pass, the wide open plain of Connemara lies before you. For any angling enthusiasts the property is located just off the R300 road that runs along the shore of Lough Mask and just a short drive from the village of Tourmakeady. This driving loop brings you to the heart of the Lake District and, on your journey, you will pass by three beautiful lakes: Lough Carra, Lough Mask and Lough Corrib. Cuddle Fairy's motto is: There's positivity around every corner. Find out more on my About page. Galway makes an ideal base for the Lough Corrib scenic drive, as this is a circular route and one of Ireland’s livliest cities. It would be easy to spend half a day in lovely Cong. Cong, Kylemore and Scenic Drives Croagh Patrick & Doolough Valley - Please help me out with a little more information. They really do form the best memories! It look so beautiful! Covering 176 square kilometres with a highly indented shoreline and stretching 44 km northwest from the city of Galway , Lough Corrib is the second largest lake on the island of Ireland and divides the western part … The A701 is signed off/at the A74 (M) as 'Scenic Drive to Edinburgh '. Property Partners Emma Gill are delighted to present to the market this charming 3 bedroom property situated on a scenic site just outside of Clonbur village. Situated on the Owenriff downstream from Oughterard, Aughnanure is one of the finest tower houses in Ireland. That is a beautiful drive and lovely to see a rainbow along the way too. As well as the underground tour, there is an opportunity to pan for gold and view the seismological equipment on site. What a gorgeous part of the world. A still from the film, of John Wayne standing on the bridge is set into the ground here. The contrast between the lake & the mountains is breathtaking. Through this small but vibrant city the River Corrib, Lough Corrib’s only outflow, makes its way powerfully into Galway Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Find out more at Panoramic Ireland. It is an area of great scenic beauty with rivers, mountains and valleys lying between Lough Corrib and Lough Mask, adjoining Connemara and Iar Chonnacht. A Paradise for Wildlife lovers, Artists, Birdwatchers & Anglers but you don’t have to be any of those to stay with us. The lough is a rectangular glacial lake and is approximately 2.5 miles long and 0.5 miles wide. The soft green contours of the ancient weathered mountains slowly change to typical upland colours of brown and yellow, purple with heather in the summer. While passing through Cong, you'll no doubt enjoy a visit to the 12th-century abbey in the town centre. After approximately 16 km turn left for Annaghdown on the L2118. this drive looks so beautiful, I drive a lot for work and can sometimes be in the car for 3 hours a day. En route there are plenty of things to do, sights to see and places to eat so read on to discover more. The Scenic Drive will remain open to private vehicles and commercial shuttles through Dec. 24, when it will close for shuttle operation until Jan. 2, 2021. The ruins of Cong Abbey are the real star attraction in the village. #bloggerclubUK, It looks lovely, I’m fortunate to live near the Lake District, so even though I hate having to drive 50 miles to get to work, at least I get a nice scenic commute through the Lakes! Derroura woods has over 16 km of trails, mostly singletrack with some north shore and great views of Connemara’s mountains and Lough Corrib. I love to connect with my readers - leave me a comment below or send me a note on social media! ... and we had Lough Mask on one side, Lough Corrib on the other, making for some spectacular lake and mountain views. Tourmakeady is a popular spot to visit in the summer months for fishing, walks & drives. The same figure who gives his name to the Isle of Man, the Irish Sea’s largest island. Vacation rentals available for short and long term stay on Vrbo. Discover 106 vacation rentals to book online for your Turlough Round Tower, Castlebar trip. Stunning location, a wonderful setting, sure to appeal to the romantic. So beautiful! Comfortable 3 bedroom bungalow in an area of outstanding scenic beauty, close to Lough Corrib and Lough Mask. This comfortable family home has amazing views of surrounding countryside. The monks were evicted by Henry VIII in 1542 and the buildings fell into a bad state of disrepair until Sir Benjamin Lee Guinness undertook restoration work after buying nearby Ashford Castle in the 1850s. 24/7 Customer Service. Love the quotes too – especially the one about collecting moments and not things. Browse 68 cabins to book online direct from owner in Mayo Memorial Peace Park, Castlebar. Lough Mask and Lough Corrib are all within easy reach. #BloggerClubUK, Looks stunning. We like a nice drive too. A commemoration to 20 people who died on the lake during a boating tragedy in 1828 is situated beside the harbour. The house, built in a traditional manner, offers visitors breathtaking views over the lake and the Partry mountains in a tranquil scenic setting. Enjoyed viewing my hometown. You live in such a beautiful place This is a classic Irish landscape, the brown and fawn colour spreading out on either side of the road in the flat countryside with evidence of peat cutting, a practice of cutting the bogland (made up of compressed vegetation), stacking and drying it to be burned as a fuel. A sandy beach is nestled at the edge of the lake and it is ideal for a swim or a picnic lunch on a sunny day. After 3 km turn right and the small harbour is your first view of the lake situated alongside impressive ruins. To be honest I actually quite like it, head space, beautiful English countryside, its so peaceful. Mullagh Cottage is traditional-style stone cottage with space for up to six people. The B8035 is signed, northwards at its southern end' as 'Scenic Route to Salen'. An Irish language college was established here early in the century. Defiantly made me want to visit island, thanks for posting. The cottage is about 20 mins drive from Cong (‘The Quiet Man’ Film and Ashford Castle), and Clonbur for supermarkets, restaurants etc. It’s a beautiful spot x. Tourmakeady (Tuar Mhic Eadaigh) is a scenic angling district between Lough Mask and the Partry Mountains. Entry price varies by season. #CandidCuddles Great post! This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. It is possible to drive this route clockwise or anti-clockwise. An aside – Before the village there is an impressive large gateway and often a nice man who will charge a fee to visit the estate grounds of Ashford Castle, with remnants from the mid twelfth century the castle has been enlarged and modified over the centuries, most notably by Arthur E. Guinness known as Lord Ardilaun, great-grandson of the Arthur Guinness who in 1759 founded the world’s most famous brewery bearing his name. Because you are in the Gaeltacht, an Irish language speaking area, some road signs will only have the Irish placenames. Quite unlike anywhere else in Ireland the village sits on an island on a narrow isthmus, surrounded by the water that flows between Lough Corrib and Lough Mask though the porous limestone rock of the region. Glengowla mine closed in 1865 but is now one of Ireland’s most interesting show mines. Very soon the countryside begins to show its beauty. One of the teachers at the college was Sinead Flanagan, and one of her pupils Eamon de valera, whom she married in 1910. Go for an early morning walk or evening stroll along the many lakeside pathways and enjoy the fresh unpolluted air. Opening Hours: 09:30 – 18:00 daily 16/03 to 28/10. Europe - Help! Thanks for sharing #BloggerClubUK, Ah Italy is on the top of my list, it’s such a beautiful place. We are lucky that we live in a really picturesque part of the country and I love nothing more on a weekend than getting out and exploring it with the kids. Repeatedly evicted over the next few hundred years the Franciscans returned each time until finally abandoning the friary in 1753. It is part of the NC500 route. Locals would have known it as Leam Bridge until recent years. The bridge crosses a navigable river with mooring just 3 km from the most northerly point of Lough Corrib. Travel, days out or even just going for walks near your house can all be great learning for kids & parents alike. A loop via Lochinver is signed as a coastal route off the North and West Highlands Route. (I did initially gasp a bit when I noticed the driving-on-the-left-side-of-the-road bit! Lough Nafooey. After 11km you can stop at Ballintubber, a picturesque village nestled at the foot of the Partry Mountains. Learn how your comment data is processed. We headed out for a cruise into the Lough and had great views of the many islands and the multiformed Connemara Mountains. Not far off this road lies Moytura House, the childhood home of Oscar Wilde whose father William studied and wrote at length about Lough Corrib. The fishing hut pictured had a fireplace and chimney and using a hole in floor the monks could sit and fish here in comfort year round. There are maps of this route available highlighting all of the main features and eating places along the way #BloggerClubUK. Now it is time to get into the car and head out of the small city. #CandidCuddles, How lovely. Inhabited by Augustinians on the site of a 7th century church, most of the buildings including the doorways date from the late 12th century. Within a few kilometres the road starts to dip and you are presented with what is probably the most famous view of Lough Corrib; stone walls and green fields drop away from the height you presently find yourself on. #bloggerclubuk, What a stunning drive the lake, the river, the pub the abandoned church I too would love a drive round that area #bloggerclubuk, Just amazing, I loves seeing your part of the world! The lake, Lough Mask is huge! I remember the torture of those lol x, What a lovely day trip out. Be My Bear Party Kit Review – Make Your Own Bear! GREAT DRIVE LOUGH MASK: The magnificent views over Lough Mask provide a suitably scenic finish to this year’s journeys, writes BOB MONTGOMERY STRETCHING … Parking is available one minute away in a multi-storey car park for €8 for 24hrs. Thanks for the lovely comment x, Such a beautiful area and I love your quote, collect moments not things. The Franciscans first came to Ross Errilly in 1351 but the earliest extant sections of the buildings date to the mid fifteenth century. For more information on fishing on Lough Corrib see here. Mountain bikes can be hired from West Side Cycles in Galway and includes a free bike rack to put on your rental car to take the bikes out and back to the trail. #bloggerclubUK, So beautiful! Situated a few miles from Oughterard in Rosscahill it is signposted to the left off the N59 heading towards Galway; on arrival you will find a treasure trove of landscaped gardens set amidst natural features including native woodland and marshland. It is indeed fitting to call Lough Corrib an inland sea, for it is said to be named after Oirbsen a name used for Manannan mac Lir, a god of the sea in Irish mythology. We do the same now we have a little one. when I was little my parents couldn’t drive so when I passed my test at 17 I was always going out for drives and just driving along the country roads, my little ones love the journeys we go on. This drive brings you to the lake-studded and wooded district of South Mayo, where at various points on your journey, you will pass by three beautiful lakes, Lough corrib, Lough Carra and Lough Mask. Tourmakeady is a small village in the West of Ireland known for its rugged & scenic views. close by, the World Cup angling competition is held every year at the August weekend with up to 600 competitors each year, … My family & I drove through Tourmakeady over the weekend & it was so beautiful that I decided to start videoing so you could enjoy the scenery too. Mother Nature does a good job #candidcuddles, Looks stunning. Árd Aoibhinn Farm is found in a scenic and peaceful place near Tourmakeady, County Mayo and conveniently located along the shores of Lough Mask. National ... Local road (i.e. #BloggerClubUK, Wow it looks so beautiful. Darren McLoughlin is a photographer, tour guide and author. After about 11 km there is a … Árd Aoibhinn Farm is located near Tourmakeady, County Mayo, surrounded by mountains along the western shore of Lough Mask, a very scenic peaceful location where people still seem to have all the time in the world to befriend visitors. With magnificent mountainous views on your doorstep and close proximity to the popular fishing lakes of Lough Corrib and Lough Mask, this is an ideal residence or country bolt hole away from the hustle & bustle. I’ve commented over on Youtbe too #Candidcuddles, This is just stunning – that derelict church was striking against that scenic backdrop. Oughterard, like Headford on the other side of the lake, is a popular base for angling and is situated on the small but pretty Owenriff river. For more scenery from the West of Ireland, join the kids, Mia our sheep-dog & I on our adventure to the top of the big hill. My husband & I love bringing the kids off for drives like this so they can see some of the stunning scenery around the West of Ireland. Ideal base for touring the West of Ireland. Tourmakeady is a small village in the West of Ireland known for its rugged & scenic views. Would love to see more of that gorgeous architecture too. Secure payments, 24/7 support and a Book with Confidence guarantee #bloggerclubuk, What a lovely place. Owner in Mayo Memorial Peace Park, Castlebar cruise into the Lough is a popular spot to!! Ireland is at the top of my blog posts & Videos have a little one in such an part. As a family is all about, very busy with traffic and laden with industry. 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