In Cong .Your stay at this Cong cottage places you within a 10-minute walk of Cong Abbey and Quiet Man Museum. Also, Cong Mini Golf Club is within half a mile (1 km) and Ashford Castle Golf Club is within 2 miles (3 km).
Ashford Castle Golf Club - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Getting around
Claremorris Station - 30 min drive
Restaurants
the valkenburg - 10 min drive
Mrs Tea's Boutique & Bakery - 13 min walk
Cullen's at the Cottage - 13 min walk
Quay Bar - 19 min walk
John'O - 11 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Luxury renovated old Irish cottage
This 200 year-old cottage is stepped in history - John Flynn, who lost his life in the HMS Titanic tragedy in 1912, was born and reared here. Indeed, it was from here he set off to Cobh, Co. Cork, just a few days before boarding the ill-fated ship. The cottage fell into disrepair after John' sister Bridget passed away in 1925. The roof caved in and it looked as if the house would be lost forever. However, owner Michael Walsh has lovingly renovated and extended it in recent years, and, indeed, in 2012, a Titanic commemoration took place at the property. We have renovated and modernised the cottage while retaining all the key original features. . All mod cons have been installed but the home still boasts many of the essential characteristics of the traditional Irish cottage in a beautiful north Connemara location. - it is rural, it is one floor in height and the open plan kitchen/living/sitting room area is the heart of the property. Adjacent to world-renowned Ashford Castle and the surrounding lake district., In this cottage, the old meets the new. John's story is lovingly recalled in the property. His memory will never die. Emigration claimed many Irish people throughout successive generations. This part of the world suffered more than most. These days, it is our pleasure to welcome back ancestors of those who had to leave. Live the Titanic story in this historic cottage.
More about John Flynn: In the late 1800s, he emigrated to Pittsburgh, USA, like so many of his friends and relations. He found work in the steel mills and married a neighbour from home, Mary Cassidy from Dooras, Corr na Mona, on August 26th,1891. They reared six children. In 1912, John was holidaying at home here in this home when he got a sudden letter urging him to return to the USA. It has never been established if that letter related to work or family matters, but John went to the local shipping agent in Clonbur, bought his ticket, walked the ten miles to Ballinrobe Railway Station and made his way down country to Cohh to get on board the Titanic. His body was never found. It later emerged that his sister-in-law had wanted to return to America with him to join her sister, but her family forbade her from doing so - an intervention that almost certainly saved her life.
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Property does not allow children
Unit size: 1,500 square feet
Policies
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Luxury Renovated Old Irish
Luxury Renovated old Irish Cottage Cong
Luxury Renovated old Irish Cottage Cottage
Luxury Renovated old Irish Cottage Cottage Cong
Frequently asked questions
Does Luxury renovated old Irish cottage have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
Does Luxury renovated old Irish cottage offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Luxury renovated old Irish cottage ?
No, there is no casino at this cottage.
Is there free parking at Luxury renovated old Irish cottage ?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does Luxury renovated old Irish cottage have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does Luxury renovated old Irish cottage have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is Luxury renovated old Irish cottage to downtown Cong?