Parochial House is located at the edge of Cooraclare (500m away) within the scenic rolling hills of the West Clare landscape. A field in front of the houses is playground for dogs, horses and goats. A tranquil garden with a lot of green is surrounding the property. Old Parochial House is a great place to escape the frenesis of the city, to switch off - go for walks or to the beach, do discover the beautiful local scenery!

The area is ideal for walking roads, tracks, bogs, cliffs along coast and deserted beaches as well as for cycling along the many back roads with only little other traffic. It is also ideal for discovering castles, ruins, archaeological sites, old churches, holy wells and ancient graveyards. A ringfort is just a few meters away and well visible from the property.

Cooraclare Village with a population ~ 100 people has 3 pubs - 1 with restaurant; 1 shop with off licence; 1 post office; 1 church; 1 playground. This part of West Clare is noted for its traditional music and dance - impromptu seisiuns are held regularly throughout the year. The local pubs offer good Guinness and chat. A number of good restaurants in the area offer excellent Irish kitchen and serve good seafood.

Kilrush is a market town on the Shannon Estuary and is home to one of Ireland’s finest marinas. It also offers various pubs, restaurants, banks and supermarkets.

Named after the mythical monster on the Island, Scattery Island was the location of the 6th century monastic settlement founded by St. Senan. Now uninhabited there are many ruins on the island including those of seven churches, a unique 10th century round tower and a holy well which is said to have healing qualities – its water was enjoyed by the inhabitants of the island for many centuries. Boat trips to Scattery Island depart from Kilrush Marina during the summer season. There is a small visitor centre on the island and guided tours are available free of charge.

You'll find more information about the activities on the next page!.

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