Weir Haven, in all it’s peace, tranquility and beauty comes into view as you drive through it’s imposing, remote controlled handcrafted wooden gates. A short curved gravelled drive brings you to the cobbled entrance. The unique fairytale design of the house with it’s ‘horseshoe’ thatched roof, eyebrow windows and climbing roses will take you back in time whist the charming cottages gardens complete the feeling of serenity and charm.

The property comprises 3 bedrooms all with private bathroom or ensuite, large drawing room, diningroom to seat up to 16, large kitchen, downstairs WC and utility room. The owner lives in an adjoining apartment.

The house itself is furnished with top quality items including carefully chosen fabrics, rugs, art and antiques.

ROOM BY ROOM:

Entrance Hall: with marble floor and curved stairs and  leading to a handmade stained glass window by the well known artist Catheine Lambe. First floor landing has a most amazing turreted ceiling with large gilded lantern and Edwardian writing desk.
Drawing Room: Overlooking the cottage gardens with magnificent views of the Weir and Kilcolgan Castle this is a splendid room with bay window, French doors,  marble floor, finished with Persian rugs, Beaumont & Fletcher wallpaper, Victorian walnut cottage piano, Louis X1V Marble fireplace flanked on either side by 2 large Victorian crystoleums, soft lighting,  luxurious sofas and beautifully upholstered chairs and ottomans offer various seating areas for conversation, reading or unwinding. Intersting selection of books.
Diningroom: Double doors lead from the drawing room to the dining room  which has a matching Louis X1V marble fireplace, marble floor, large Persian rug, magnificent walnut table comfortably seating 16 people, comfortable dining chairs in gold designer fabric and surrounded by choice antique pieces of furniture, lamps and art.
Kitchen: Large kitchen with 4 oven Aga, handpainted, handcrafted units with walnut lined plate rack and walnut lined larder, granite worktops, marble floor,, fridge and freezer perfect for all your cooking needs and generous island unit with highstools suitable for breakfast, coffee or casual dining. Large French style dresser stuffed with fine china.
Rear Porch: With  beautiful handpainted dresser and large interesting selection of cookery books. Leading to rear terrace with tables, chairs and recliners.
Downstairs WC. Wallpaper by Laura Ashley with quality sanitary fittings.

Upstairs: 3 Large Bedrooms all with private ensuite facilities..

1. Rose Bedroom: Curved beamed horseshoe ceilings with handcrafted chandelier, King Size bed, wool velvet carpet and handpainted furniture leading to marble tiled ensuite with bath and shower. The Rose bedroom overlooks the garden and across the estuary.
2. Lavender Bedroom: With garden and estuary views, painted in tones of lavender with cream floorboards, Kingsized bed, horseshoe beamed ceiling with chandelier, Zoffany curtains, upholstered easychairs. Marble tiled ensuite with bath and shower.
3. Heather Bedroom: Fabulous views on one side to the Kilcolgan River with swans and other wildlife and also on the other side to the pretty cottage gardens. Very large room painted in soft pastel green, King sized bed also daybed (single)  curved beamed ceiling with chandelier, wool velvet carpet, large Monet prints and other interesting pictures. Dressing area leading to marble tiled ensuite with large shower cubicle.

OUTDOORS:

Outside there are one and a half acres of carefully maintained gardens with mature trees and shrubs, flowerbeds, walkways and several terraces with seating. Quality outdoor dining sets seating at least 6 on one terrace and 12 on the 2nd terrace. The gardens have breathtaking views of the Kilcolgan River & Kilcolgan Castle across to Morans the Weir Oyster Cottage and the horses grazing in the fields adjacent.

Please note:

• Heating & electricity is included in your rate
• Security deposit of €500 along with cc details are requested on key collection.

ON YOUR DOORSTEP:

GALWAY CITY: known as "The city of the Tribes" Galway City & Eyre Square is one of Ireland top tourist attractions & for very good reason..

BEACHES: The Galway area offers a host of safe, sandy beaches from which to choose. Visitors enjoy long walks along Salthill Promenade ( also Ireland's longest promenade)taking in the fresh Galway Bay sea air also known as a tonic itself! Swimming, sunbathing, sail-boarding, snorkelling, sea angling & lots more can be enjoyed here.

The Aran Islands: Located in the heart of Galway Bay, the Aran Islands offer visitors a glimpse into a way of life that has long since disappeared from most of the county & are a must see when in the area. The Islands' raw beauty and charm leaves visitors longing to return again and again. While the South-West coast of the island battles with the Atlantic, the North - East coast offers smooth passage for visitors between the mainland at Ros a' Mhíl and the Islands.  For  travel options to The Aran Islands view: Aran Direct ,  Aran Island Ferries & Aer Arann Islands

LEISURE CENTRES:

• LEISURE LAND SALTHILL:  Leisure Land is a unique entertainment and health and fitness facility situated on Ireland's longest seaside promenade. Facilities include 25-metre pool with waterslide, gym and outdoor amusements. Ice skating during Christmas season.
• LEISURE WORLD: Galway leisure World offers something for everyone including Ten Pin Bowling, Quasar 2000, Tumble Towers & Tumble Tots kids soft play arena, Astro-Turf Soccer pitches, American Pool, Snooker, and the very latest in Video Game Simulators.
• City Limits Entertainment Centre: City Limits Entertainment Centre is the ultimate in family entertainment, an emporium of indoor adventure for all ages. From activities in Zero Limits such as Bowling, Karting, Snooker, Computer Games to a fully themed Amazonia Restaurant allowing you to indulge your senses with mouth-watering steaks, pizzas, deserts, beers and cocktails.

TENNIS:

• The Galway Lawn Tennis club is just a short walk away, situated in the heart of Salthill overlooking Galway Bay. The facility includes six squash courts, a coffee shop and an extensive range of modern sports facilities including a gym, tennis and badminton courts. Visitors are welcome.

GOLF:

• GALWAY GOLF CLUB- Galway Golf Club is an excellent parkland course that is centrally located in Salthill, just three miles from Galway City Centre. It has a magnificent new clubhouse which boasts panoramic views of Galway Bay and the Burren from its elevated site.
• CONNEMARA GOLF LINKS- Connemara Golf Club is one of the few authentic links courses in the world. Full restaurant and bar facilities available in the most comfortable surrounding. Our professionally trained staff are warm, friendly and extend a hospitality which is the essence of Connemara.
• BARNA GOLF CLUB -Set amidst the celebrated beauty of West of Ireland landscape on the fringe of Connemara, and enjoying commanding views of Galway Bay, the Burren, the Aran Islands and tugged hinterlands, Bearna Golf Club is already being hailed as one of Ireland’s finest.

WATERSPORTS:

• SEA KAYAKING: With Shearwater Sea Kayaking you can explore the deserted islands, coral beaches and unique wildlife of Connemara under the ever-present backdrop of the Twelve Bens. Shearwater Sea Kayaking offers you sea kayaking instruction courses as well as guided and customized trips led by instructors who want to inspire and enthuse you.
• SCUBA DIVING: Scubadive West is a PADI dive centre located in beautiful Connemara. They run the entire range of diving courses, from absolute beginner through to instructor level training. Their Discover Scubadiving programme is perfect for people looking for a half/full day activity where they can "try diving".
• WINDSURFING: Rusheen Bay Windsurfing is the premier windsurfing school in the West of Ireland. Situated just 5 minutes from Galway city, they are based in an enclosed bay, perfect for beginners, with calm waters and prevailing cross-onshore winds.

HORSE RIDING:

• Waterdale Equestrian Centre -Waterdale Equestrian Centre is an A.I.R.E. approved centre offering qualified tuition, they have something for all age groups & levels. Extensive lessons available in everything from showjumping to eventing.
• Slieve Aughty Riding Centre -At All interests are catered for, from the keen cross-country rider to those who enjoy a relaxed riding holiday, or would like to go trail riding to explore the beautiful Irish countryside on horse back.  Special riding programmes for children and students as well. Slieve Aughty Riding Centre is situated on the edge of a 2.000 acre forest. It is quiet, relaxing and away from the stress of city life. Gourmet food, fresh air and good Irish horses add up to a memorable riding holiday in the West of Ireland.     
• Moycullen Horse Riding Centre-Moycullen Horse Riding Centre is situated just a few miles from Galway city, in the magnificent surroundings of the Connemara countryside, its a family run Equestrian Centre  & has developed a fine reputation for the range of horse riding facilities on offer.  Horse Riding Lessons & various Trekking Adventures to suit all levels of rider from novice to advanced, for both individuals & groups.

PLACES TO VISIT

• Turoe Pet Farm & Leisure Park -with a reputation for excellent 'value for money' first class customer service offers a unique farm experience for family, group and individual outings.
• The Burren Centre -To Begin to discover the secrets of the Burren, a walk through the Burren Centre Exhibition is essential. 
• Kylemore Abbey -Between Recess and Letterfrack and nestled at the base of Duchruach Mountain it is regarded as one of Ireland's most romantic buildings.  One of Ireland's most popular attractions. 
• Ireland's School of Falconry -Ireland's School of Falconry gives you the chance to fly a hawk around the spectacular grounds of Ashford Castle. Catering for all ages and abilities, we specialise in teaching falconry sessions using our beautiful Harris hawks. Our aim is to share the pleasure and excitement of falconry, a fascination that has enthralled people for 4,000 years. An experience of a lifetime, bring your camera!
• Connemara Smokehouse -A catch destined for the Connemara Smokehouse and the irresistible aroma is often carried on soft breezes throughout the countryside.  Located at Bunowen Pier just outside Ballyconneely in Co. Galway.
• Connemara National Park -Situated in the West of Ireland in County Galway, Connemara National Park covers some 2,957 hectares of scenic mountains, expanses of bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands. Connemara National Park was established and opened to the public in 1980. 
• Cliffs of Moher -The Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland's top attractions. The Cliffs are 214m high at the highest point and range for 8 km over the Atlantic Ocean on the western seaboard of County Clare. A new interpretive centre is now open at the Cliffs of Moher exploring different elements of the cliffs.
• Atlantaquaria (Galway Aquarium) -Galway Atlantaquaria is the National Aquarium of Ireland and one of the West of Ireland’s premier attractions. It’s home to 170 marine and freshwater species. Highlights include seahorses, stingrays, sharks and an enormous skeleton of a Fin Whale. 
• Aillwee Cave -Located near Ballyvaughan, Aillwee Cave is still one of the few caves which has the features of Clare underground - great caverns, stalactites, subterranean rivers, and is easily accessible to the general public. The Cave is open daily from 9:30am throughout the year (December by appointment).