Lucille, November 2024

This was a very memorable visit that I can't wait to repeat

This place is a real treasure that I stumbled on by accident. It is close to Limerick City but you'd never know it, the place is so serene and you can watch the swans on the River Shannon just yards away. We explored the grounds and took a memorable wade through the river to reach the ancient Castle of the Weir, which was a prominent fortification during the 1690 siege of Limerick. The place reeks of historical interest, the house is connected with the Young Ireland Leader - William Smith O'Brien and there are fascinating glimpses everywhere into his descendants' lives. The house is beautifully equipped although it needs a certain amount of refurbishment and possibly some fresh paint in places, but a very cosy large house. I can't wait to come again and spend more time with the wonderful team that keep the house so well.

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The Old River House at Parteen, County Clare is a private family house, with a number of annexes, either offering guests rooms in a home share or the option to book exclusive use of the entire house. Currently, the estate offers accomodation in the main house, known locally by its Old Irish / Viking name of Parteen-a-Lax, but is preparing the annex cottages and buildings for booking, starting in the Spring of 2025.

 

The grounds, comprising of eight acres of gardens, woodland and river bank are being reclaimed from nature after a 25 year lapse in management.

Recent Reviews

  • Peter, Ireland, November 2024

    Mark was a great host, lovely location, great company, it is an old house, so it needs some work, but very enjoyable stay, the 2 dogs were the highlight for my daughter.

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  • Marcela, October 2024

    Great quiet sleep, beautiful wilderness Quiet, warm, period home with great history. Mark was an excellent host, very kind and knowledgeable of the home’s history. Beautiful all around!!

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  • Lars, September 2024

    Our stay with was amazing! Mark was a super nice guy with a lot of interesting stories. He made sure that we felt comfortable from the first second. The apartment itself was spacious and gorgeous. It's an old country house with a lot of charm...

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  • Nicolette, September 2024

    Our stay at Mark's place was fantastic. Mark is very friendly, helpful and interested. It's a very special place to stay. Really an experience. Thanks Mark for hospitality

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  • Milena, Poland October 2024

    Great charming place and lovely helpful host. All as described. We enjoyed our stay a lot.

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