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Stony seaboard, far
and foreign
Stony hills poured over space,
Stony outcrop of the Burren,
Stones in every fertile place ...
From "Ireland with Emily" (Sir John Betjeman)
Stonecutter’s Cottage …… takes you back in time
Stonecutter’s Cottage sits a top Doonagore, a spectacular high point
which has views to the Atlantic Ocean, the Aran Islands, the Burren
and the musical village of Doolin. It is situated on a quiet country
road with nothing but gorse and grass to front and rear. No matter
what direction you take when you step outside the cottage you will
enjoy breathtaking ocean views stretching as far as Galway Bay and
Connemara. Yet the buzz of the coastal villages of Doolin, Lahinch
and Liscannor are only a few minutes away. Every day you will
discover something new in the ever changing colours and hues of this
most spectacular part of the world. You will truly forget what you
left behind.
Less than 5 min drive to Doolin village, Aran Island ferries,
Lahinch and Liscannor and less than 10 min drive to Lisdoonvarna.
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About Stonecutter’s Cottage
Sleeps 2-4
Stonecutter’s Cottage is one of a row of four terrace-cottages. Today
these cottages are the only reminder of what was once a thriving
quarry village. The cottage was built in the post-famine style about
150 years ago for one of the quarry foreman (and his family and
animals).
We completely restored the cottage when we bought it in 2001, keeping
its original local-stone walls and traditional fireplace. The roof of
the cottage is also constructed out of the stone from the quarry. We
recommend a visit to the Liscannor Rock Shop which houses a small
museum and photo archive of the history of the quarry and the
village.
The pine-fitted kitchen is furnished with 19th century antique pine
country kitchen table, bench and dresser. Antique pine chairs and
wardrobes in the living room and bedroom recreate the rustic life
that once was. The lounge has a traditional wood-burning stove that
will make you so cozy in the evenings that you’ll never want to leave
your spot.
We have tried to blend an authentic restoration with all the modern
conveniences (like Central Heating) to ensure a dwelling of warmth,
comfort and Celtic charm.
Facilities
1 bedroom (Double bed and a pull-out Futon in the living room –
sleeps 2-4)
1 bathroom with shower
Kitchen Diner featuring a 19th century Irish antique pine dresser,
table and school bench.
Living room with original exposed stone wall and hearth and large
wood burning fire stove.
Barn half doors lead out to charmingly landscaped back garden and a
picnic table to dine on.
Central Heating -
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Amenities
Kitchen/living area: refrigerator, freezer, microwave, iron, cooking
utensils and linens are provided. Living area: TV, DVD player,
CD/Stereo. Bedrooms/bathrooms: electric power shower, heated towel
rail and ample clothes storage space in the bedroom wardrobe and hair
dryers for convenience. Laundry facilities: washing machine, dryer
Special Conditions:
We request that our guests do not smoke. Pets by prior arrangement
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