FARMHOUSES

Coolanowle Country House & Organic Farm

Ballickmoyler,
Co. Carlow.
Tel/Fax: + 353 (0) 59 8625176
Mobile: + 353 (0) 86 3067936
Email: info@coolanowle.com
Web: www.coolanowle.com

Your Host: The Mulhall Family    

National Runner - Up 2001 AIB Rural Tourism Awards Farmhouse Category.

 

Coolanowle Country House & Organic Farm

Coolanowle House

A haven of peace and tranquility situated in the heart of the countryside, approached by an attractive tree-lined avenue and surrounded by three acres of mature beech wood gardens. Coolanowle House offers a peaceful rural setting on a mixed working farm of 220 acres (100 hectares). The farmhouse has the atmosphere of a welcoming home with antique furnishings. Superbly appointed bedrooms are complemented by pristine bathrooms and all enjoy stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Coolanowle Farmhouse was a National Runner Up in the 2001 AIB Rural Tourism Awards in the farmhouse category. The awards are designed to recognise excellence in tourism standards and service.

We pride ourselves on the quality of our accommodation which includes:

  • Hair dryer, ironing, tea & coffee and en-suite facilities.
  • Large spacious lounge for guest use.
  • Tea, coffee and delicious home baking on arrival.
  • Extensive breakfast menu available.
  • Flexible breakfast times to coincide with Rosslare Ferry.
  • Evening meal provided upon request.

Coolanowle is ideal for touring the midlands and south east of Ireland. Located 7 miles from Carlow off Portlaoise road (N80), 7 miles from Athy off Kilkenny road (N80) and 14 miles from Portlaoise.

 

 
Cottages - Self Catering
Double / Twin en suite
€45-€55
Single Room en suite
€55-€75
Evening Meal €35 by arrangement before 3pm  

 

Weekly Self Catering Tariffs for 2008

05.01.08 – 28.03.08 €300 per week
29.03.08 – 30.05.08 €400 per week
31.05.08 – 27.06.08 €450 per week
28.06.08 – 29.08.08 €500 per week
30.08.08 – 03.10.08 €450 per week
04.10.08 – 28.11.08 €400 per week
29.11.08 – 19.12.08 €350 per week
20.12.08 – 02.01.09 €500 per week

Electricity and heating included in the price.

 

Groups of up to 18 people (B&B) can be catered for by prior arrangement, early booking is advised, especially for peak times

Notes on packages:

  • Golf courses offered include:
    Athy Golf Club
    Killerig Golf Club
    Health Golf Club
    Abbeyleix Golf Club
    Castlecomer Golf Club

With Carlow, Kilkea Castle, Mount Wolseley and Rathsallagh available at an extra charge

  • Par 3 course are available at Athy, Carlow and Portlaoise

  
Guest Bedroom

AMENITIES AND ATTRACTIONS:

This peaceful haven offers many opportunities for visitors. There are many local scenic walks and hills to climb among breathtaking scenery.

Located nearby are numerous sites of great historical and cultural importance. The Brown's Hill Dolmen, an impressive communal burial chamber dating back 3300 to 2900 B.C. is the largest of its kind in Europe and is located just 10 miles from Ballickmoyler.

Carlow town located just seven miles away boasts many buildings of architectural importance including Carlow Courthouse and Castle.

Other leisure activities available in the area include:

  • Golfing at Carlow, Killerig Castle, Mount Wolseley, Athy & Kilkea Castle.
  • Fishing on the River Barrow.
  • Walking in the Slieve Bloom, Blackstairs and Wicklow Mountains or along the Barrow and Slieve Margy Way.
  • Bike hire and quad biking.
  • Horse riding.

See Map of Area