Sightseeing in Connemara Ireland. Byrnes Mal Dua House is located 1 km from the town of Clifden in Connemara, Ireland's mystical heartland, a land of granite and green, streams and sheep. Bike Rentals Available at Mal Dua House! The rugged landscape of Connemara offers beautiful and contrasting scenery. Majestic mountains rise steeply from an earth of contrasting rock and boglands with many lakes and rivers. Artists from all around the world come to paint this landscape with it's ever changing light. We will provide you with suggested itineraries. And you can check the 5 day. More information about Connemara. Known as 'The Capital of Connemara', it offers many excellent restaurants and pubs, and in recent years it has become one of Ireland's most sought after holiday destinations, where visitors and local people mingle, giving the town a unique and enjoyable cosmopolitan flavour. In August, the town hosts the Connemara Pony Show and in September the Clifden Community Arts week takes place. More information about Clifden. Kylemore Abbey Victorian Walled Garden. The abbey was originally built in 1868 and is now the home to the Irish Benedictine Nuns. Facilities at Kylemore include a visitor's centre, restaurant, an exhibition house in the main reception rooms, Gothic church, gardens, lake and mountain walks, pottery, craft and souvenir shop. The Irish speaking Aran Islands are renowned for their unique way of life where age old traditions co-exist comfortably with modern living. The islands have a rich history which can be seen from their ancient monuments, from both prehistoric and Christian times. The shortest route is the 20 minute ferry crossing from Rossaveal on the Connemara coast. We will be happy to make the arrangements for you. The World famous championship golf course, is just a 15 minute drive from Clifden. The 27 hole course is situated overlooking the Atlantic ocean and plays to par 72. We will make reservations for you in advance of your arrival if you wish. There is salmon fishing just across the road. A river walk all the way into town is being upgraded and we now have a fine fishing bridge just over the road. The walk will extend all the way into the town of Clifden. This local river features salmon and some sea trout angling. Less than 100 yards behind Mal Dua House is a small lake where brown trout can be fished. Clifden offers many activities. The Owenglin River provides great opportunities for fresh water fishing, whether you are a beginner or more experienced. For the Sea Angler there is excellent deep sea angling for a wide range of different species. Blue shark is very common around the Clifden and Aran Islands area and the occasional porbeagle is caught there, too. Clifden also has some of the best sandy beaches in Ireland. Equestrian and Bicycling Activities. Connemara has a strong equestrian tradition and offers great facilities for horse-riding. Enjoy the scenic beauty of Connemara by renting a bike and cycling through the breath-taking landscape Clifden has to offer. Byrnes Mal Dua House offers guests bicycles for rent. Visits to. Connemara National Park and historical tours are also recommended. Connemara is a walker's paradise and walkers of all abilities can find their routes suitable to their ability. Un-trafficed lanes abound as do cross country hikes amidst the spectacular scenery, sweet, fresh air and splendid isolation. We can organise daily walks and customised archaeological field trips, weekend programmes or week long walking holidays. We also provide drying rooms. For people who enjoy cycling Mal Dua House offers rental bicycles. If you are interested in joining a walking tour of the Connemara and wider region, we recommend Terry Carruthers of. Naturalist, published author and well travelled guide, Terry has been organising and leading highly acclaimed tours in the west of Ireland for many years. To see more than a slice of Connemara, you'll need a car. Our gives some sense of the scale, with whole mountain ranges and dozens of peninsulas to explore. Budget Car Rental Ireland which has auto rental offices at all the major airports (Dublin, Shannon, Cork, Galway!, Knock, Kerry) and also in many of the larger cities - Dublin, Cork, Galway, Killarney. In particular, we like that they have two offices in Galway (Airport and City Centre) and they're also in nearby Knock and Shannon Airports. Budget's prices are very competitive and they have every class of car from teensy Opals to upper range Mercedes' available for rental. or on the logo for a price quote. Aer Arann to Luton Airport, London. Galway Airport is less than an hour's drive from Byrnes Mal Dua House. Aer Arann Express runs daily flights to Manchester and Luton Airport just outside London. And, you can rent a car at Galway Airport from. Aer Arann Express Website. International Telephone: +353-181 41058 Irish Telephone Number: 1890-462 726 UK Freephone Number: 0800-587 2324

Special Offers Surprising Savings. Special offers and rates for our guests: Walking Tours Guide. Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Garden. Aran Islands Inishbofin Island Ferry. Reduced Rates for 2 or more nights us, kindly let us know the offer that is of interest to you. Golf at the championship links course Connemara Golf Club. Designed by Eddie Hackett and Tom Craddock this 7,229 yards classic links course is a true test for the best of golfers. The par 72 is rarely achieved which is due in part to the vastness of the last six holes. Greens set high in the hillside on the 14th 15th can be unnerving, particularly after playing the spectacular par 3 13th hole. Take time however to enjoy the invigorating air and breathtaking scenery and marvel at the splendid scenic backdrop of the Twelve Bens and the pure white sandy beaches. Special rates are available in the off-season. Walking in Connemara. Connemara is the perfect landscape for walking. The sheer variety of terrain, which may be experienced in a couple of hours, has attracted walkers from all over the world. Walkers of all varieties come to Connemara simply to enjoy the hidden landscape and enjoy studying the amazingly contorted geology of Connemara. To wander unfettered amidst the wild and desolate mountains is definitely to experience the ultimate in walking. In the last bastion of land-based wilderness, an untamed world unfolds that is far removed from the realm of humankind. Connemara is a land of high relief, full of towering peaks, expansive mountain plains, cliff-edged corries and fabulous trails of meandering ridges that run in a confused maze around the ensnared valleys. Connemara is a magical place to walk and full of romance. We have our own qualified tour guide who will only be too delighted to sit with you to plan your days activities. Or if you would prefer, after you make your reservation, we can forward to you a suggested itinerary for your stay with us. Just tell us the type of walks you like and your experience and we will do the rest. We will be happy to provide a copy of Walking in Connemara walking guide book, Connemara tourist information map and pre-ordered packed lunch for your enjoyment. Beach Pony Trekking Camp for Children. Nearby we have a riding centre, which provides fabulous treks to the islands and beaches. The safe and well-schooled horses and ponies are suitable for all ages and standards. Short and long treks are provided and we can even arrange a sunset trek if you wish. Also we can arrange a pony camp for children. Special reduced rates are available via Byrne's Mal Dua House for a 90 minute trek along a most beautiful beach. Kylemore Abbey Garden. A visit to Kylemore Abbey Victorian Walled Garden is a must when you visit Connemara. The home of the Irish Benedictine Nuns it is also an international boarding school for girls and a major visitor attraction in the area. It offers a visitor centre, self guided tours of the abbey, gothic church and mausoleum and also has a large shop for souvenirs and a cafe where everything is home cooked. A shuttle bus takes you to the recently restored Victorian Walled Garden where you can enjoy a stroll along the walks. Enjoy a visit to the abbey and garden at special reduced rates. Aran Islands Inishbofin Island. The Irish speaking Aran Islands are famous for their unique way of life, where old age traditions co-exist comfortably with modern living. Inis Mor the largest of the three islands is an ancient land, set in an endless sea where great labyrinths of limestone sweep upwards to the breathtaking cliffs with their panoramic views of Connemara. The unique island of Inishbofin is located only 10 kilometers off the coast of Connemara. The island is a haven of beauty, boasting magnificent scenery from cliff top walks to the sea on all sides to white sandy beaches and an abundance of rare flora and fauna. The ferry to the Aran Islands Inishbofin Island are available at reduced rates through Byrne's Mal Dua House. Reduced Rates for 2 or More Nights. Stay with us for 2 or more nights. Click here for details. Clifden, Connemara, Co. Galway Ireland. Telephone: Facsimile : E-Mail : +353 (0) 95 21171 +353 (0) 95 21739

Guided Tour of Byrnes Mal Dua House is a 4 Star property. We offer a unique and relaxing retreat for those seeking superior guest comfort and personalised service in elegant surroundings. It is all that one expects of a private hotel including award winning dining, a comfortable lounge, laundry service and fine wines. Nestling in the heart of Connemara, Byrnes Mal Dua House is situated 1km from the town of Clifden and offers service in a peaceful atmosphere and pleasant surroundings, where hospitality, good food and comfort are the theme. All bedrooms offer a high level of luxury and comfort and are equipped with modern facilities. Each room is en-suite, equipped with hair dryer, trouser and tie press, TV/Radio direct dial telephone, tea/coffee making facilities. Ground floor rooms are available. Central heating throughout and valet laundry service available. Breakfast is served each morning in the large dining room overlooking the landscaped gardens. Choose from a wide selection of freshly squeezed juices, cereals, fresh fruit, cheese, cold meats, yogurts, fresh cooked hot foods such as Irish breakfast, kippers, pancakes, and smoked salmon. At any time you may avail of a light repast and select wines whilst afternoon tea is a particular favourite, served in the drawing room. The interior of Byrnes Mal Dua House gives a feeling of space and comfort; the reception and foyer are large while the dining room and drawing room offer quiet havens to admire views, have afternoon tea, or just relax. For your comfort Mal Dua House is completely non-smoking. Mal Dua House© 2007 All Rights Reserved

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