Pontoon (I525), Pontoon, Co. Mayo

Detached lakefront house, in unique elevated location, on the shore of Lough Conn with its own private jetty and shoreline. Extraordinary woodland and lake views across to Mount Nephin and also down to Lough Cullin. Just a moment's stroll to the renowned beauty spot of Pontoon Bridge, between Loughs Conn and Cullen and only five minutes' drive from the small town of Foxford for shops, pubs and restaurants. World class salmon and trout fishing on Loughs Conn and Cullin, and only five minutes' drive from the nearest salmon beat on the renowned River Moy at Foxford. Superlative golf available at various links and courses. Horse riding, falconry, clay pigeon shooting available locally. Foxford Woollen Mills gourmet restaurant and luxury shopping. Michael Davitt Museum. Museum of Country Life. Ballycroy National Park and Mayo Dark Sky Park. Ballina 18 km, Castlebar 14km. Ideal location for touring Mayo, with its diverse scenery, coastline, mountains, lakes and rivers. Large patio. Fire pit and barbecue. Inside A 15-metre living/dining kitchen with floor to ceiling windows and stunning views, furnished to a very high standard. A well-equipped kitchen with induction hob, double oven and microwave and a central wood burning stove. Entrance hall, three bedrooms; one with a double bed plus a single bed and an ensuite wet room, one with two singles and ensuite wet room, and upstairs is a double with ensuite shower and W.C. and gorgeous views down the river to Lough Cullin. There is a separate guest' bathroom and toilet, with bath, for unwinding after a long day's fishing, golfing, hiking, horse-riding, or just because! There is electric underfloor heating throughout. Duvets. Television. Fridge/freezer. Dishwasher. Wi-Fi throughout. There is a large library, including books of local and Irish interest as well as local maps, and plenty of games for all ages plus packs of cards. No pets. Notes Friday to Friday bookings. Boat can be hired by arrangement with the owner on Lough Conn and can be moored at the jetty of the cottage for the week. Please note, this property may not be suitable for families with small children due to its proximity to the lake. Accessible for wheelchairs with no steps on ground floor, patio and down to water edge. Extras €200 breakages deposit payable on arrival. For current availability see www.shamrockcottages.co.uk under cottage no I525 Rent 1500 euro per week