Doon Hill (I252), Maam Cross, Co. Galway

Former school and schoolhouse (over 150 yrs old), completely renovated, quiet and secluded in wooded setting on small peninsula on the northern end of Lough Corrib. Short walk to pier and foreshore. Very scenic area between Leenane (13 miles) and Cornamona (3½ miles) for shop and pub. Sandy beach at Lough Nafooey (9 miles). Maam 4½ miles for petrol. Ideal base for touring or walking. External stairs to roof terrace (unsuitable for toddlers) with garden furniture, barbecue and views. Inside Well furnished and equipped with sitting room with open fire, kitchen/dining room with electric hob and oven and stove, bathroom with bath, separate shower and W.C. and stairs to bedroom (1) with a double and en-suite shower and W.C. and separate stairs to tower (completely out of earshot of bedroom (1) with bedroom (2) with two single beds. Oil fired central heating. Duvets/blankets. Satellite TV/DVD. CD/radio. Washing machine/dryer. Dishwasher. Microwave. Hairdryer. Wi-Fi. Extras Owners of electric cars will be charged €8 per day for charging their car battery. Rowing boat available by arrangement with the owner. Oil. Price FROM €410 per week. See www.shamrockcottages.co.uk for current availability and further details. Under cottage no 252.