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A narrow hallway with stone walls, large windows, and a radiator. - Luxury renovated old Irish cottage  (Clonbur, Cong)
A stone building with a slate roof and a wooden sign reading "Téach Titanic". - Luxury renovated old Irish cottage  (Clonbur, Cong)
A dining area with a round table set for four, surrounded by white chairs with yellow cushions. - Luxury renovated old Irish cottage  (Clonbur, Cong)
A kitchen with light blue cabinets, a round wooden table with yellow placemats, and white chairs. - Luxury renovated old Irish cottage  (Clonbur, Cong)
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wooden desk, and a window with curtains. - Luxury renovated old Irish cottage  (Clonbur, Cong)
Close to Ashford Castle, Luxury renovated old Irish cottage provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

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About this property

Luxury renovated old Irish cottage

  • This 200 year-old cottage is stepped in history - John Flynn, who lost his life in the HMS Titanic tragedy in 1912, was born and reared here. Indeed, it was from here he set off to Cobh, Co. Cork, just a few days before boarding the ill-fated ship.
    The cottage fell into disrepair after John' sister Bridget passed away in 1925. The roof caved in and it looked as if the house would be lost forever. However, owner Michael Walsh has lovingly renovated and extended it in recent years, and, indeed, in 2012, a Titanic commemoration took place at the property.
    We have renovated and modernised the cottage while retaining all the key original features. . All mod cons have been installed but the home still boasts many of the essential characteristics of the traditional Irish cottage in a beautiful north Connemara location. - it is rural, it is one floor in height and the open plan kitchen/living/sitting room area is the heart of the property.
    Adjacent to world-renowned Ashford Castle and the surrounding lake district.,
    In this cottage, the old meets the new.
    John's story is lovingly recalled in the property. His memory will never die.
    Emigration claimed many Irish people throughout successive generations. This part of the world suffered more than most. These days, it is our pleasure to welcome back ancestors of those who had to leave.
    Live the Titanic story in this historic cottage.

    More about John Flynn: In the late 1800s, he emigrated to Pittsburgh, USA, like so many of his friends and relations. He found work in the steel mills and married a neighbour from home, Mary Cassidy from Dooras, Corr na Mona, on August 26th,1891. They reared six children.
    In 1912, John was holidaying at home here in this home when he got a sudden letter urging him to return to the USA. It has never been established if that letter related to work or family matters, but John went to the local shipping agent in Clonbur, bought his ticket, walked the ten miles to Ballinrobe Railway Station and made his way down country to Cohh to get on board the Titanic.
    His body was never found. It later emerged that his sister-in-law had wanted to return to America with him to join her sister, but her family forbade her from doing so - an intervention that almost certainly saved her life.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Cong, this cottage is in a rural area. Ashford Castle and Cong Abbey are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ashford Castle Golf Club and Cong Mini Golf Club. Joyce Country Sheepdogs and Brigit's Garden are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Cong travel guide
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Clonbur, Cong, Galway

What's nearby

  • A stone structure with two towers by a river surrounded by lush greenery.
    Cong Abbey
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A large castle with multiple towers and a central fountain.
    Ashford Castle
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Quiet Man Museum
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cong Mini Golf Club
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ashford Castle Golf Club
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Claremorris Station
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Puddleducks Café
    5 min walk
  • George V
    16 min walk
  • The Crowe's Nest Pub
    4 min walk
  • The Drawing Room
    16 min walk
  • Cloonan's Home Bakery
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury renovated old Irish cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxury renovated old Irish cottage ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury renovated old Irish cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury renovated old Irish cottage ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury renovated old Irish cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Cong Abbey and Ashford Castle. Quiet Man Museum and Cong Mini Golf Club are also within 10 minutes.

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