Guests consistently praise Tighe Carra for its spaciousness, luxurious feel, and stunning views. The property is celebrated for its well-equipped kitchen, comfortable furnishings, and cleanliness. Its peaceful location is ideal for exploring Mayo, and the warm welcome from the owners, including personal touches like homemade treats, has left many with cherished memories.
Reviewers frequently mention the property's cleanliness, describing it as spotless and well-maintained, which indicates a high level of cleanliness throughout the property.
The property's location is described as peaceful and beautiful, with fantastic views and proximity to local attractions. It is noted as secluded yet within a short drive to necessities, suggesting a highly satisfactory location.
Comfort is a highlight in the reviews, with guests finding the property spacious, homely, and equipped with comfortable furnishings. The presence of a games room and big TV also contributes to the overall comfort.
The facilities, including a professional kitchen and well-equipped rooms, receive high praise. The maintenance of the property is noted to be excellent, with everything in fine working order.
Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches from the owners, such as a welcome apple pie. While these gestures are warmly received, it is politely noted that such personal touches, though delightful, may vary and are not guaranteed.
Ballinrobe 4.7 miles. Settled in Brownstown near Ballinrobe, County Mayo, is this wonderful, detached bungalow, Tighe Carra. Enjoying a beautiful lakeside position with exceptional far-reaching views, Tighe Carra is a fantastic choice for couples, friends and families. The property benefits from ample off-road parking, and large gardens with lawn, patio and a pergola. Look forward to relaxing into one of two inviting sitting rooms, one with plush seating, a TV and a sound system, where you can enjoy movie nights with loved ones, and the other with sumptuous sofas and a crackling open fire, perfect for curling up with a good book. Continue through to the light and airy kitchen/diner, affording stunning views down towards the lake, where you can conjure up delicious dishes, ready to savour at the dining table for eight as you recount the days adventures. Just off the kitchen is a handy utility for your convenience. Move through to the games room, where you can challenge your loved ones to a game of pool. After an adventure filled day, you will find stylish bathroom where you can freshen up, along with four beautifully presented bedrooms, two king-size, both with en-suite shower rooms, a double and a twin. The keen anglers in your party are well-catered for with the proximity to Lough Carra and the nearby Lough Mask, both renowned for their excellent trout fishing opportunities. Your local amenities can be found in Ballinrobe, where you can stock up on essentials at the supermarket, test out your swing at the excellent Ballinrobe Golf Club, time your visit right to attend the annual races from April-September, or treat your loved ones to a meal at Flannerys Bar & Restaurant, Maple Chinese, and The Bowers Bar and Restaurant. Continue onto Westport, where you will find Rockfleet Castle, Burrishoole Abbey, the Great Western Greenway bike and walking trail, and a plethora of pubs, restaurants and cafes. Further afield, you’ll find Galway, home to a magnificent cathedral, the Galway Aquarium, Galway City Museum, and indulge in fine dining at one of 11 Michelin Star restaurants. Adventure awaits at Tighe Carra.
Ballinrobe, County Mayo, is a bustling market town on the River Robe, not far from the three beautiful lakes of Lough Mask, Lough Carra, and Lough Corrib. Its convenient location makes it a good home base for tourists exploring the rest of Galway, Mayo, and western Ireland. Ballinrobe, thought to have been founded in the 1300s, is surrounded by numerous points of archaeological, architectural, historic, and ecological interest. With its championship 18-hole golf course, spring and summer horse racing meetings, and 60,000 acres of lough fishing, it's no wonder Ballinrobe is known as the lake angling centre of the west. The beautiful Mayo coast is just a half-hour away, and a day trip to the world-famous Connemara National Park, with its breathtaking walks and amazing scenery, is an experience you won't soon forget.
Single-storey.
Four bedrooms: 2 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC (one with TV), 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with WC and basin.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Sitting room.
Second sitting room with open fire.
Games room
Oil underfloor heating.
Range, gas hob, microwave, American-style fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, coffee maker.
2 x TV, WiFi, pool table, dart board (please bring your own darts).
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off-road parking.
Garage storage for bikes and fishing equipment if needed.
Front garden with gravel, side and rear garden with lawn, patio and pergola.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 4.7 miles
One well behaved pet accepted upon request.
Note: There is a dartboard available to use, please bring your own darts
Gary
Really clean and comfortable, modern throughout and plenty of space. Also, thank you to Jim and his wife for the welcome Apple Pie - beautiful! Would highly recommend Tighe Carra and only hope we can stay again.
Angela
It was homely, clean and has everything that you could possibly need. The kids enjoyed the games room and the big TV. It is in beautiful remote location surrounded by stunning views and animals. The lake is only 2 minutes walk away. We really enjoyed our stay.
John
Would definitely stay again if in the area! The neighbor up the road, Jim stopped by very nice man and gave us some good info on things to do....
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