Sunnybank House Clifden - a premier country house in town.
A smart country house, originally built in circa 1820, sympathetically renovated and designed to provide a luxurious, comfortable and homely holiday experience for gatherings of friends and family for upto 24 people
Set in its own private grounds and within two minutes walk to Clifden Town.
The house is set in mature gardens, a private car park, with EV point, a spectacular outdoor heated pool (Easter to end September), sauna, and terrace with BBQ kitchen and outdoor dining, providing a private self contained holiday experience.
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Also available - the Lodge at Sunnybank which sleeps 8 guests and Sunnybank Townhouse which sleeps 5.
Interiors:
All 11 en suite bedrooms / 12 bathrooms are uniquely decorated with very comfortable beds made up with crisp white linen, towels and personal care products from Voya.
The extensive ground floor living areas include:
* The beautiful drawing room with large open fireplace
* The library with cosy armchairs, shelves of books and work /office area
* The dining room with a dining table that seats 20 people
* The cosy television room with open turf fire and smart TV
* The main kitchen and pantry with facilities to cater for the whole group, including multiple fridges, dishwashers, ice machine, washing facilities
* Full laundry facilities
* Outdoor kitchen with Weber Grill and BBQ and outdoor dining table for 20 people
* Heated swimming pool
* Sauna and outdoor rain shower
* Wifi throughout
* Private parking for upto 7 cars with EV point
The house is within a stone's throw from lovely cafes, restaurants, pubs, wine bar and lovely independent shops and supermarkets.
Nearby you will find
-Beautiful beaches
-Walks and hikes
-The Connemara Greenway
-Children's playground
-Theatre and Cinema in the Station house Hotel
-Full leisure center with 18 metre pool and Gym in the Station House Hotel where you can purchase day or week passes
-Connemara National Park
-Connemara Golf Club
- Sea and lake fishing
- Boat trips to the Connemara islands - Inishbofin, Clare Island
- Kylemore Abbey and gardens
- Killary Fjord, Leenane - Take the boat on the Fjord followed by lovely lunch at the purple door cafe
- Great collection of local independent shops offering designer and vintage clothing, art, crafts, antiques, interiors, jewellery and gifts
- Live music in various venues around town.
A beautiful and interesting coastal town at the edge of Connemara, Galway, Ireland
Sunnybank House is a very popular choice for gatherings of friends and family. Ideal for family reunions, celebrations, multi generational family holidays, events or just a big weekend away.
We offer options for in house catering - have local chefs come to the house and cook dinner for the whole group, or eat out in one of the many restaurants and bars including our own @guysbarclifden specialising in local seafood, where you can book a private lunch/dinner in our charming and cosy snug and back bar.
WEEKENDS / SHORT BREAKS
We offer weekends/short breaks from October to May, for up to 24 people.
Whether for family or friends, activities or escapes, you can enjoy a weekend in the capital of Connemara, with the town just a short walk away.
Private catering options our available, where a local chef will come to the house to cook and serve dinner/lunch/BBQ - sample menus are available
See our seasonal special weekends on Connemara rentals include. offer a third night on a complimentary basis (Sunday or Thursday)
Weekend activities can include :
* Personalised Wine experience with Anke Hartmann
* Art classes with Clare Henderson
* Pilates around the pool with Ellen Curley Fitness
* Adventure activités with Real Adventures
* Hiking in the Twelve Bens / Maam turks
* Sea swimming and Steam sauna - sweathouse.ie (max 16 people at a time)
* Private pilates class around the pool or in house.
CLIFDEN TOWN
Clifden town is the capital of Connemara one of the most scenic regions in Ireland. Established in the early 1800’s at Clifden Bay, it follows the classic 19th century layout: oval in plan, with 3 principal streets – Market Street, Main Street and Bridge Street, a Market Square, a fine bridewell or gaol, courthouse and harbour.
Clifden today is a vibrant and cultural town which has retained its historic roots while offering a wide range of services and facilities. You will find colourful streets with a great selection of small local food shops – (fishmongers, butchers, fruit and vegetable store, delicatessens and a bakery), numerous craft and gift shops, art galleries and exhibitions and other interesting shops including antique shops, designer clothes shops, jewellery and vintage shops.
There are 9 restaurants and 10 pubs with music sessions each evening and good bar food. On the practical side there are four supermarkets, including Aldi and Lidl, which are open until 9pm (mon-sat), two banks, three chemists, two petrol stations, two churches and a post office.
Set on the edge of the Atlantic, the surrounding scenery is spectacular, and waiting to be discovered.
CONNEMARA
A vast coastal region world renowned for its wild and stunning scenery, and magical light. It is dotted with small villages and historical sites. To the north is stretches to the border of Mayo and the town of Westport is 45 mins., drive from Clifden.
To the east it reaches to Galway city, which is one hour's drive from Clifden and well worth a visit. To the south is the Connemara Gaelteacht area- an Irish speaking area which is famous for its coral strands.
THINGS TO DO:
- WALKING AND CYCLING:
The area is a walker’s paradise whether following a planned route or just ambling along country roads and beaches, of which there are many. You will find a folder of 20 different Connemara walks in your house or follow the road signs around the countryside which indicate good routes for walking or cycling.
Bicycles and electric bikes can be hired throughout the year.
- Sea Swimming
There are on your door steps some of the most beautiful beaches in the country - ideal for sea swimming all year round
-Sailing
Whether you are sailing to Clifden or wish to go sailing, contact Clifden boat club which is located at the end of the Beach road. They offer Sailing courses throughout the summer.
ADVENTURE AND WATER SPORTS
Two of the country’s best adventure centres are located within 30 minutes drive from Clifden. Killary adventure centre and aerial park + Delphi adventure centre. They offer daily and weekly courses for both adults and children in sailing, windsurfing, orienteering, kayaking, rock climbing, bungee jumping, water skiing, archery, clay pigeon shooting, amongst others.
Real Adventures - For private guided activities in or around Clifden including hill walking, rock climbing, kayaking on Clifden bay and surfing – for individuals or groups – All equipment provided, so no excuses !
You can also go scuba diving in a most beautiful area, north of Clifden. The Scuba Dive West Centre is one of the most established dive centers in the country and offers courses for all levels.
CRUISES AND BOAT TRIPS
The Killary Fjord Cruise is a 1.5 hour cruise along Ireland’s only Fjord with an interesting talk on the history of the area. There are several sailings daily between April and October.
The Brazen Hussy – is a solid, ocean-going boat for day charters around the Connemara coast and islands, sea fishing or whale and dolphin watching.
Worth a visit.......
CONNEMARA NATIONAL PARK
Some of the most spectacular vistas can be seen from any of the National park walks, which range from a half-hour gentle ascent to a full climb to the peak of the Diamond Mountain, approximately 4 hours to the summit and back.
Home to Connemara ponies, wild goats and Irish deer there is also a history museum, café, children’s playground and picnic area.
Please do not hesitate to contact us for information on the above activities.
