Dooroy Cottage is set in a superb location, enjoying fine panoramic views of Lough Corrib and its many islands and with picture postcard scenary as far as the eye can see.

Located just 1 mile from the lovely village of Clonbur with pubs, shops, hotel, restaurants and gift shop. And just 3 miles from the picturesque village of Cong & Cong Abbey and the famous and historic hotel Ashford Castle. Leenane village is 18 miles away with the Twelve Pins and Maamturk Mountains nearby. Galway City is with 1 hours drive. Beach 35 miles. The lake shore is a stones throw away.

This country cottage is well furnished and maintained to a high standard throughout. It is cosy yet spacious and bright. The idyllic views can be even better enjoyed from the front garden overlooking the lake.

Guests wishing to fish or do some pleasure boating on the lake can avail of the Private Pier and Boathouse just 2 minutes away at Dooroy Lodge. Lake Boats & Engines are available for hire together with life jackets.

Other onsite activities include 'Dooroy Nature Trail' which is a must to be enjoyed by our guests. Bicycles are also available for hire.

Dooroy Cottage

Dooroy Cottage Sleeps up to 6 persons, facilities include:

• 3 spacious Bedrooms-2 Double bedded rooms and 1 Twin room
• 1 main generous Shower Room with electric shower, toilet and hand basin
• Fully fitted modern Kitchen with Electric Oven andgrill, Fridge , Freezer, washing machine, Dryer, Microwave, kettle, toaster, sandwich toaster, crockery, glasses, pots and pans
• Lake view lounge with open fireplace, television and dvd
• Oil fired central heating
• Wooden flooring and tiling through out
• private garden with gerden furniture
• car parking area
• clothes line
• Bed linen, duvet and towels are provided
• heating and electricity is extra
• travel cot and camp bed on request
• use of the owners Private Boathouse and Pier at Dooroy Lodge with Boat and engine available for hire
• Dooroy Nature Trail can be enjoyed by our guests, the looped trail takes you through the woodlands and out to a point at the lakeshore with spectacular views. It can be either romantic stroll or a kids adventure.
• Bicycles are available for hire at Dooroy Lodge.

Location and Directions

Distances

• Clonbur Village-1 and a half miles- our quaint village has a Centra Supermarket, 3 pubs, 2 restaraunts, gift shop, post office and RC Church
• Cong Village-3 and a half miles-famous for Ashford Castle and Cong Abbey, there are pubs, restaraunts, cafes 2 art galleries and an antique shop
• Galway City-32 miles
• Westport- 27 miles
• Knock International airport-33 miles

Directions

Dooroy Cottage- Directions by road

Driving from North

From Sligo take the N17 through to Claremorris, from Claremorris take the R331 to Ballinrobe and the  R334 to Neale, and the R345 to Cong.

Driving from Dublin and East

Take the M6 route to Galway, and on approaching Galway city take the N84 to Castlebar/Headford, in Headford take the R334 to Cong.

Driving from Cork/South

Take the N20 to Limerick and the N18 to Galway city and on approaching Galway take the N84 Castlebar / Headford, in Headford take R334 to Cong

On arriving in Cong turn your clock to zero, while facing the Spar shop and fuel Station beside the river. Turn left. With 0.5 kms on the clock turn left for Cornamona / Maam. With 5.1kms on the clock, at the t junction, turn left and the lake will now be on your left. With 5.2kms turn right into Dooroy Cottage entrance with stone pillars.

Local Attractions and Activities

Walking

Not to be missed Dooroy Nature Trail can be enjoyed by our guests, this looped trail takes you through the woodlands and out to a point at the lakeshore with truly spectacular views and absoulte tranquility. This can be either a romantic stroll or a kids adventure.

Locally there is an abundance or walking trails , the stunning Sean Bothar ( Gaelic for the Old Road) is a 10 km walk from Clonbur to Cornamona and can be accessed nearby, the entire route ovelooks Lough Corrib. For the more energetic Hill climbing is a must at Mount Gable a worthwhile climb to panoramic vviews of both the lakes and mountains.

Cycling

Bicycles are available for hire at Doory Lodge for adults and children.

Touring

This is an ideal base for touring the delights of Cong, Connemara, Connemara Nationnal Park, Leeane and Killary Ford, Kylemore Abbey and Gardens, Clifden and The Sky Road, Westport and Galway city, all of which are within an hours drive.

Locally both Cong and Clonbur offer a variety of pubs and dining experiences from cafes to bar food and restaraunts. Live traditional music sessions are held most weekends and additional nights in the summer season.

There is a local Taxi service in Clonbur. There is a tourist office in Cong.

Amenities in the local area:

Locally there is an abundance of walking trails, hill climbing, fishing on Lough Corrib & Lough Mask, a Boat trip on Lough Corrib, Horseriding & Falconry both at Ashford Castle, Golf, Cycling & Caving. Mount Gable is an easy & worthwhile climb to panoramic views of both the lakes & mountains. This is an ideal base for touring the delights of Connemara, Kylemore Abbey & Garden, Clifden, Westport & Galway city, all of which are within an hours drive. Locally both Cong and Clonbur offer a variety of pubs & dining experiences from cafes to bar food & gourmet restaurants. Live music sessions are held most weekends and additional nights in the summer season. 
 
 
Fishing

Fishing on Lough Corrib and Lough Mask.

With Lough Corrib quite literally on your doorstep, we cannot make life easier for fishermen. Our Boathouse and Pier at Dooroy Lodge are available to guests, with lake boats available for hire.

The fishing in the area is second to none in the world. The season extends from 15 February to 30 September (the dapping season from mid may to mid June), using mayfly and from mid July to mid September using 'hopper' or 'daddy'. There are many local gillies (fishing guides) available locally.  
A salmon licence may be purchased in the local villages.

Connemara National Park
Connemara National Park covers some 2,957 hectares of scenic mountains, expanses of bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands. Some of the Parks mountains are part of the famous Twelve Bens. Entry to the park is free and there is a newly constructed playground for children. there is a very nice visitor centre with refreshments available. thre are some majestic walks to sut all levels. there is a path which leads all the way to the top of the Diamond. 

Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Gardens

Kylemore Abbey is the oldest of the Irish Benedictine Abbeys. The community of nuns, who had resided here since 1920, have a long history stretching back almost three hundred and forty years. The Visitors centre welcomes visitors on a daily basis . There is a twelve minute video which is available in three languages. www.kylemoreabbey.com

Beaches

Glasilaun beach is a natural beauty. Always golden sand even in high tide its set on a gentle inlet which makes the water very calm. Some fantastic snorkelling of rocks and kelp. Approx 50 minutes drive.

Lettergesh beach. Great waves for body boarding with an offshore breeze.

Dogs Bay at roundstone:Beautiful cove with some lovely rocks for snorkelling around. Approx 50 minues drive 

Adventure

Killary Adventure Company

Based on Irelands only Fjord- The Killary Fjord- in Leeane , surronded by some of the most idyllic scenery that Connemara has to offer. High Octane bungee jumps, a gentle cycle or walking tour through the Irish Country side, an exciting and energetic trip, Sking, Surfing, thrilling new adventures, with over 25 years of experience. Ph 00-353-95-42276 www.killary.com

Delphi Adventure Centre

Experience the great outdoors. Whether its climbing to the top of Mweelrea, the highest mountain in West of Irelandcatching your first surf break on the breathtaking Cross Beach, or sea kayaking through the majestic Killary Fjord. Over 25 ocean, forest and mountain based activites.

Phone 00-353-95-42208 www.delphiadventureholidays

Other activites locally:

Lough Corrib Boat Trip

Horse riding

Falconry

Golf

Caving