Glebe House

About this property

Settled close to the River Robe and surrounded by plenty of activity is the town of Ballinrobe, bringing you this delightful mid-terrace townhouse, Glebe House. Just a short walk to an array of exciting amenities, Glebe House makes the perfect base for your family trip to Ireland. Step inside to uncover the wonders of the property, with the sitting room first greeting you, it’s ideally laid out for you to kick back and relax as soon as you arrive. Take a seat on the plush red sofa as the kettle boils and take in your surroundings, this room is also home to the dining area, so you can all gather to enjoy all your favourite meals around the traditional wooden table. The sitting room also benefits from a warming woodburning stove, pull up a chair and take a book from the landing whilst snuggled up in this idyllic spot. Following through from here will bring you to the contemporary-styled kitchen, a modest spot, but home to everything you could need to aid all your culinary needs. Walk through the utility and out onto your own private patio area, perfectly enclosed for both the little ones and your furry friend to play freely, it makes the perfect spot to enjoy alfresco dining or your morning coffee. The ground floor is also home to one of the four bedrooms; a family room holding a double and a single and a convenient en-suite cloakroom, as well as benefiting from a ground-floor shower room, this room is ideal for those with small children. Heading up the stairs will bring you to the further three bedrooms and a bathroom, with two doubles and a single, this area of the house is equally equipped for all the party to rest in between their action-packed adventure. To enjoy a fun-filled day, on your doorstep you can find a wide selection of activities for all ages, with eateries, shops and even historical wonders, you won’t have to go far to find a wonderful day out. The local town is also a prominent fishing area, with Lough Mask just a short trip away, there’s no better place to achieve true tranquillity, or for a day out with a difference head to the Ballinrobe racecourse, hosting nine race meetings annually it provides a lively atmosphere and a wonderful day out. For a day out slightly further afield, we recommend a trip to Cong, where you can find the stunning lands of Ashford Castle, The Quiet Man Museum, and wondrous gardens to roam. Close to Galway and Castlebar too, Glebe House is in the perfect area for exploring this part of Ireland.

In County Mayo, near Lough Mask, Lough Carra, and Lough Corrib, is the bustling market town of Ballinrobe, located on the River Robe. Geographically, it is the perfect starting point for travellers who want to discover Galway, Mayo, and west Ireland. Ballinrobe, which is thought to be the oldest town in South Mayo and dates back to the 1300s, is bordered by numerous sites with archaeological, architectural, historical, and ecological interest. With miles of river fishing nearby and 60,000 acres of lough fishing, it is understandable why Ballinrobe is known as the lake angling capital of the west. The town also has a championship 18-hole golf course and has spring and summer horse racing events. The world-famous Connemara National Park, with its beautiful walks and breathtaking landscapes, provides for a fantastic day trip. For day outings, the stunning Mayo coastline is easily accessible in about 30 minutes.

Accommodation

Four bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x single, 1 x ground-floor family room with double and single with en-suite basin and WC.

Ground-floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Kitchen.

Utility.

Living/dining room with woodburning stove

Gas central heating.

Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.

TV, WiFi, selection of books.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Charged roadside parking and public car park nearby.

Rear patio with furniture.

Three well-behaved small dogs welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles.

Please note: There is a small step down to the first-floor bathroom