The west coast of Ireland on your doorstep!

Seascape Cottage is located on a hill with stunning views of coastline beaches, Clare and Inisturk Islands and Ireland's holy mountain, Croagh Patrick. The sights of Connemara are only a short drive away, as are Clew Bay, Westport and the attractions of North Mayo.

Nearby towns:

• Louisburgh (10 mins. drive)
  This small town on the southwest corner of Clew Bay is home to Sancta Maria College and the Interpretive Centre for Gráinne O'Malley (Granuaile in Irish folklore, she is a well-known historical figure in 16th-century Irish history, and is sometimes known as "The Sea Queen of Connacht"). On the May Bank Holiday Weekend the town hosts a traditional music festival - Féile Chois Chuan - which attracts a large number of enthusiasts from many parts of Ireland and abroad. Louisburgh offers all important services; post office, bank, shops & pubs, restaurants and takeaways. Roonagh Pier is approx. 5 kms from the cottage and the town and is the departure point for the ferries to Clare Island and Inishturk.

• Westport (30 mins. drive)
  The designated heritage town of Westport is a popular tourist destination and hosts a number of famous pubs and excellent restaurants. Many festivals and events are held in and around Westport each year. Westport House, which was designed by the famous architects Richard Cassels and James Wyatt in the 18th century, is considered one of the most significant historic homes in Ireland and is open to the public. It is situated in beautiful parklands with a lake, terraces and gardens.

Please read the next page to find out about many of the activities in this area!

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