CASHEL HOUSE
Classic Irish country house enveloped in gorgeous gardens
CONNEMARA'S RUGGED GREEN LANDSCAPE (and very green it is too) helps make Cashel House something of a west coast Irish idyll. Some 50 pretty acres of secluded woodlands and gardens stocked with colourful and exotic shrubs envelop this peaceful 19th century country house hotel run by hospitable owners the McEvillys.
Cashel House is pretty inside too, with Victorian and European antiques, heirlooms, flowers in profusion (perhaps magnolias, camellias and rare roses just plucked), and a turf fire burning in the grate. Shelves of books and nooks and crannies everywhere are an invitation to curl up in a quiet corner. Bedrooms continue the gracious mood and throw in even more of those dreamy views, with glimpses of Cashel Bay or the splendid horticulture.
Elegant and comfortable rooms continue the floral motif , with plenty of plump cushions, pictures and home-from-home touches. Split level garden suites offer the max in space, while those on upper floors look straight over the bay.
Hit the spot
On the Connemara coast, half an hour from Clifden.
Bedtime
Richly comfortable bedrooms offer glimpses of Cashel Bay or Connemara's rolling hills.
Be savvy
This is a place of traditional and relaxed hospitality.
Be smitten
Be Cashel and.... carried away.
Woodland walks and a private beach
Woodland walks weave through the pretty gardens, winding upwards to the lookout much loved by President de Gaulle on his many stays here. The grounds stretch down to Cashel House's private beach, where you can spot seagulls, terns and cormorants.
This is one of Nature’s gardens, and Dermot and Kay’s culinary skills make full use of fresh garden produce. The daily changing menu is served either in the picture-lined dining room or the conservatory, with its prettily framed views. Dreamy? Let’s just say none of this is blarney.
Cashel House was reviewed by Room for Romance
Cashel House is pretty inside too, with Victorian and European antiques, heirlooms, flowers in profusion (perhaps magnolias, camellias and rare roses just plucked), and a turf fire burning in the grate. Shelves of books and nooks and crannies everywhere are an invitation to curl up in a quiet corner. Bedrooms continue the gracious mood and throw in even more of those dreamy views, with glimpses of Cashel Bay or the splendid horticulture.
Elegant and comfortable rooms continue the floral motif , with plenty of plump cushions, pictures and home-from-home touches. Split level garden suites offer the max in space, while those on upper floors look straight over the bay.
Hit the spot
On the Connemara coast, half an hour from Clifden.
Bedtime
Richly comfortable bedrooms offer glimpses of Cashel Bay or Connemara's rolling hills.
Be savvy
This is a place of traditional and relaxed hospitality.
Be smitten
Be Cashel and.... carried away.
Woodland walks and a private beach
Woodland walks weave through the pretty gardens, winding upwards to the lookout much loved by President de Gaulle on his many stays here. The grounds stretch down to Cashel House's private beach, where you can spot seagulls, terns and cormorants.
This is one of Nature’s gardens, and Dermot and Kay’s culinary skills make full use of fresh garden produce. The daily changing menu is served either in the picture-lined dining room or the conservatory, with its prettily framed views. Dreamy? Let’s just say none of this is blarney.
Cashel House was reviewed by Room for Romance
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Dining in
Cooking at Cashel House is a mix of traditional Irish dishes with world influences. Five-course dinners major on local produce, with plenty of Connemara spring lamb, best Irish beef and deck-fresh sea bream, oysters and scallops. Veggies from the hotel’s own garden complement dishes such as baked sea bass en papillote with lemon and tarragon, while the white chocolate cheesecake is perfect for rounding off. Wash dinner down with a Château Lynch-Bages from the 100-strong wine list.
Dining out
Both Cashel and Clifden (30 minutes away) have some good real ale hostelries serving tasty pub fare, often with live music.
Where?
Cashel House Hotel
What’s cooking?
Try locally caught oysters with shallot vinegar, terrine of foie gras with Cumberland sauce and toasted brioche, and garden-fresh strawberries and cream.
Dress the part
Wear your classic favourites.
Top table?
By the window in the airy garden conservatory.
See & Do
This is a place to take in the fresh air, peace and tranquillity. Make the most of Connemara’s wild countryside and hit some walking trails – your hosts will be happy to arrange a guided walk of one of one of the region’s Twelve Pins, which dominate the landscape, while others radiate out along the coast. There’s tennis and golf nearby – play a few rounds at Ballyconnelly’s 18-hole course as – as well as lake, river and deep sea fishing. You can also sail, swim and surf.
Shop
Head for Millar’s in nearby Clifden for a great range of Irish woollens, crafts, gifts and paintings by local artists.
After dark
Enjoy the craic with traditional Irish music in one of the friendly pub in nearby Roundstone.
Dates
August
Lovers of all things equine should trot along to Clifden Pony Show. Horse races and shows take place throughout the summer months.
Cooking at Cashel House is a mix of traditional Irish dishes with world influences. Five-course dinners major on local produce, with plenty of Connemara spring lamb, best Irish beef and deck-fresh sea bream, oysters and scallops. Veggies from the hotel’s own garden complement dishes such as baked sea bass en papillote with lemon and tarragon, while the white chocolate cheesecake is perfect for rounding off. Wash dinner down with a Château Lynch-Bages from the 100-strong wine list.
Dining out
Both Cashel and Clifden (30 minutes away) have some good real ale hostelries serving tasty pub fare, often with live music.
Where?
Cashel House Hotel
What’s cooking?
Try locally caught oysters with shallot vinegar, terrine of foie gras with Cumberland sauce and toasted brioche, and garden-fresh strawberries and cream.
Dress the part
Wear your classic favourites.
Top table?
By the window in the airy garden conservatory.
See & Do
This is a place to take in the fresh air, peace and tranquillity. Make the most of Connemara’s wild countryside and hit some walking trails – your hosts will be happy to arrange a guided walk of one of one of the region’s Twelve Pins, which dominate the landscape, while others radiate out along the coast. There’s tennis and golf nearby – play a few rounds at Ballyconnelly’s 18-hole course as – as well as lake, river and deep sea fishing. You can also sail, swim and surf.
Shop
Head for Millar’s in nearby Clifden for a great range of Irish woollens, crafts, gifts and paintings by local artists.
After dark
Enjoy the craic with traditional Irish music in one of the friendly pub in nearby Roundstone.
Dates
August
Lovers of all things equine should trot along to Clifden Pony Show. Horse races and shows take place throughout the summer months.
GETTING THERE
Location
Cashel, Co. Galway
Parking
There is free guest parking.
Trains
Galway station – 45 miles
Taxis
Around EUR 110 from Galway.
Airport
Galway – 45 minutes.
Rooms and suites
32 rooms, 13 suites.
Special features
Rooms are warmly decorated with homely touches, so you’ll feel like a family guest.
Also…
There is a tennis court if you fancy working up a sweat, and a private beach for swimming (strictly in summer!) or sunning.
ESSENTIAL INFO
Rates guide
EUR 150 - 250
Open/closed
Closed January
Check-in
2:30pm
Check-out
11:30am
Minimum night stay?
No
Breakfast
A copious buffet breakfast featuring homemade muesli is served until 10am.
Room service
Available morning and evening.
Children
Well behaved youngsters are welcome.
Pets
Welcome
Air conditioning
There is no real need for it on the Galway coast!
Languages
English and French
Wedding license?
No – but banquets for up to 85 guests can be held, based on exclusive hire.
Your contact
Dermot McEvilly – owner
Location
Cashel, Co. Galway
Parking
There is free guest parking.
Trains
Galway station – 45 miles
Taxis
Around EUR 110 from Galway.
Airport
Galway – 45 minutes.
Rooms and suites
32 rooms, 13 suites.
Special features
Rooms are warmly decorated with homely touches, so you’ll feel like a family guest.
Also…
There is a tennis court if you fancy working up a sweat, and a private beach for swimming (strictly in summer!) or sunning.
ESSENTIAL INFO
Rates guide
EUR 150 - 250
Open/closed
Closed January
Check-in
2:30pm
Check-out
11:30am
Minimum night stay?
No
Breakfast
A copious buffet breakfast featuring homemade muesli is served until 10am.
Room service
Available morning and evening.
Children
Well behaved youngsters are welcome.
Pets
Welcome
Air conditioning
There is no real need for it on the Galway coast!
Languages
English and French
Wedding license?
No – but banquets for up to 85 guests can be held, based on exclusive hire.
Your contact
Dermot McEvilly – owner
