Abbey House
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Just a five-minute walk from Boyle town center, Abbey House is conveniently located for easy access to lakes and rivers, forested parks, woodlands, historic ruins, and mountains for walking, hiking and climbing. There are five en-suite rooms, but also self-catering apartments for longer stays.
ABBEY HOUSE
Boyle
County Roscommon, Ireland
0-71-966-2385/4614
From the USA: +353-71-966-2385
abbeyhouse.net/index.htm
Dubhlinn House
Dubhlinn House is in the village of Doolin and overlooks the Irish coast, which is a paradise for geologists, botanists, ornithologists, speleologists (cavers), and walkers. Vegetarian options are offered on the breakfast menu and wireless Internet access is available.
Dubhlinn House
Doolin
County Clare, Ireland
0-65-707-4770
From USA: +353-65-707-4770
dubhlinnhouse.com
The Béal an tSáile B&B
Many local hiking and cycling opportunities are within a mile of the Béal an tSáile, including beautiful beaches and Croagh Patrick, known as 'Ireland's Holy Mountain,' of which the ascent can be quite demanding in some spots. Clew Bay, where the Béal an tSáile is located, is known for its splendid scenery for hill and country walking, and for its peace and tranquility.
The Béal an tSáile
Murrisk, Westport,
County Mayo, Ireland
0-98-64012
From USA: +353-98-64012
bealantsaile.com
Article Written By Kasey Hargan
Kasey Hargan branched out from careers in broadcasting and consulting to become a full-time freelance writer/editor in 1995. Her first novel was published in 2004; she's currently working on her second. Hargan has worked as a magazine editor, Web writer/reviewer, movie critic, copy editor, PR director, dog trainer and gourmet cook. Hargan is a trained paralegal and attended college in her hometown of Tampa, Fla.
