Details

People
6
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3

Description

Butterfly Cottage an attractive detached holiday cottage set in a small settlement nestled on the slopes of the spectacular Slievemore Mountain with great views over the 'rugged' Minaun Cliffs, close to the Megalithic Tomb and the Deserted Village (archaeologically important sites). Just 3 km from keel village, it is perfectly situated to allow participation in all the activities the island has to offer or if preferred to just relax and revitalize the spirit.
Achill Island on Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way is a place of stunning natural beauty. With its remoteness and tranquility the island has over the years attracted many artists and writers like Paul Henry and Henrich Boll (the German Nobel laureate), nature lovers and many more.

Tastefully decorated throughout, the 3 bedroom cottage sleeps up to six, with 2 x twin bedrooms & 1 double bedroom it has 3 bathrooms (1 en-suite, 1 x shower room & main bathroom) Lounge, 2nd mezzanine lounge, TV, open fire, dining area & fully fitted kitchen plus utility area.
Triple glazed windows throughout and open-plan gardens.



Important Information

Although Butterfly Cottage has no WiFi, the following are local hubs if needed:
http://udaras.ie/en/business/gteic-digital-hubs/gteic-acaill/
https://www.facebook.com/NeartAcla/

Facilities

Suitable for:

Families
Beach
Adventure
Hiking
Romantic
Fishing
Walking Group

General:

Free Parking
Open plan garden
Living Area
Dining Area
2nd Mezzanine Lounge
Television
Open-fire
Heating
Triple Glazed Windows throughout
Smoke Alarms & Carbon Monoxide Alarm installed

No pets allowed
Not wheelchair accessible
Cots/Highchairs on request & subject to availability

Kitchen:

Kitchen Ware
Microwave
Fridge with small freezer compartment
Dish Washer
Electric Oven/Hob
Washer/ Dryer
Tea/coffee Maker
Clock Radio

Utility Area
Iron
Ironing Board
Washing Machine
Dryer
Clothes Airer
Vacuum Cleaner

Bedrooms:

Bedroom 1: Double bed (en-suite)
Bedroom 2: Twin beds
Bedroom 3: Twin beds

3 Bathrooms (1 en-suite)
Main Bathroom
Ground floor bathroom/shower-room

Location

Located in Baile Slievemore, you will find Butterfly Cottage (No. 4)
For swimmers 5 blue flag beaches and numerous small beaches and coves are a delight. Many water sports are available. Fishing, deep sea fishing and dolphin watching can be enjoyed. Walkers can opt for the gentle or more strenuous routes like the Sli Graine Mhaol hike. The Blue Way offers water trails and the Greenway on the old Westport/Achill railway line a 42 km cycling and walking track. Surfing, kayaking, scuba diving, golf, horse riding, coastal walks, traditional music and entertainment in the many pubs.

Archaeology School:
Twice weekly tours throughout the Summer

Exhibition Centre-Aquarium

Yearly Events:
Henrick Boll Memorial Weekend
Scoil Acla-Traditional Music
International Kite Festival