The Convent Guesthouse in Leenane, Co. Galway, Ireland

My cousin Sean Hamilton and his wife Mary own and operate The Convent Guesthouse http://www.theconvent.ie/ and The Blackberry Restaurant in Leenane, Co. Galway on the rugged west coast of Ireland where you'll find Traditional Values in an Outstanding Location! Situated as it is at the very head of the Killary Harbour, the Convent Guesthouse offers unrivalled views of the Killary and the fantastic mountain scenery that bounds it. The guesthouse is in the very heart of the village of Leenane. The house was built in the mid nineteenth century by a wealthy wool trader and had several owners through to the mid 1920's when a store and shop were added to the grounds. The house was then purchased and converted to a convent by the Mercy order of nuns who extended the house and built the beautiful oratory. The Hamilton family purchased the building in the mid 70's and converted it to a guesthouse, whilst carefully preserving the unique character of the building. The guesthouse boasts 5 rooms, all en suite and all with breathtaking views of the Killary. Breakfast is served under the stained glass windows in the unique atmosphere of the old chapel. A private sitting room is available to our guests. Modern requirements are pandered to with WiFi connectivity, TV sets in each room and tea and coffee making facilities. Our more active guest may make use of lockable storage for bikes / fishing equipment and clothes drying facilities are available for cyclists and walkers. The Convent Guesthouse Westport Road Leenane County Galway Republic of Ireland Phone: 353(0) 95 42240 E-mail: [email protected]