Relax and unwind in an Idyllic Irish Retreat!
The perfect Irish countryside cottage to explore Western Ireland!
Last Minute Special! Save 50% on all available dates from Feb 1 - May 9!
Open the door. Eden Retreat wraps its arms around you from the moment you walk inside. This is a large, cozy home with all the modern amenities. Tucked on a hillside, trees dot the edges of the one-acre yard, with gardens, and the lush Irish countryside just beyond.
This home is the best of both worlds. Peaceful and quiet, Eden is tucked on the outskirts of Ennis, a charming and bustling market town, and the capital of County Clare. Only 20 minutes from Shannon Airport, 30 minutes from Clare’s rugged scenic coast, and 3 minutes from the M18 motorway linking Galway & Limerick, Eden’s location is ideal for exploring the best of Western Ireland. View the “Photos” tab. The pictures will give you a glimpse of the landscaped gardens, spectacular views, and the unique aspects of this well-loved property.
Spend a Week in Ireland for Only $350pp! You'll Save 50% on the Following Dates:
Feb 1 - 18 (any dates)
Feb 24 - March 12 (any dates)
April 21 - May 9 (any dates) *You may add or subtract days to your stay at Eden Retreat
Base price includes 7 night of self-catering accommodation in an Irish Cottage. This cottage is also available on a nightly basis with a 4-night minimum. You may also add additional nights with any of our lodging choices.
**Car rental includes CDW, insurance, 24-hour roadside assistance, unlimited mileage, all taxes. Unlike most Irish vacation rentals, heating and electricity usage are included in the listed prices – there are no hidden costs!
Explore the House & Medieval Town of Ennis
Eden consists of a lovely main home and a detached, little cottage with full bathroom. A 1,000 square foot covered deck is outside the cottage. Eden Retreat is an ideal hideaway for one or more couples traveling together. It’s also a great lodging for families to gather. Just a 5-minute drive from Eden Cottage Retreat is the bustling and colorful town of Ennis, the county center of Clare.
The stunning, peaceful ambiance of Irish nature is one step outside your back door. A custom-paved patio, perfect for parties and lounging, awaits you. Gracious sandstone walls and wooden steps lead through terraced lawns and flower gardens.
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Eden Retreat - Your Heart's Desire Fulfilled!
Eden consists of a lovely main home and a detached, little cottage with full bathroom. A 1000 square foot deck surrounds the cottage. The main house has a large, open floor plan with upgraded kitchen/ dining room/ and living room with fireplace.
Eden is the Best Value for 4 or More People
Eden Retreat is an ideal hideaway for two or more couples traveling together. It’s also a great lodging for families to gather. There are four bedrooms in the main house which sleeps 7 (2 Queen, 1 Full-size and 1 single bed). One of the bedrooms is located on the ground floor and has a large attached full bathroom. The other three bedrooms are upstairs. One has a bathroom attached and there is another large full bathroom shared by the other two bedrooms. In the guesthouse cottage, a deluxe, full height, queen-sized (and very comfortable!) Aerobed is available to sleep an additional 2 people. There is also a full bathroom.
Features & Amenities:
- Large house that can accommodate up to 9 people in four bedrooms and a separate guesthouse
- Situated on elevated acre of land – wonderful countryside views from the terraced gardens and many seating areas
- Ample off-street parking
- Full gourmet kitchen, stocked with everything you could possibly need!
- Free Wi-Fi access
- 40” LCD TV with Sky Satellite channels
- DVD/CD player with surround sound and DVDs (lots for kids!)
- Playstation 2 console with selection of games
- Klipsch ipod speaker-dock in Master Bedroom
- Whole house water filtration system with additional under-sink filter for drinking water
- Open fireplace
- Indoor 4-person hot tub located in separate hot tub cottage
- Wooden playset, ping-pong and bikes for your use
- Heating and electricity usage included – no hidden extra costs!
- All linens and towels supplied
- Travel cot available
Enjoy the Country Setting
The stunning, peaceful ambiance of Irish nature is one step outside your back door. A custom-paved patio, perfect for parties and lounging, awaits you. Gracious sandstone walls and wooden steps lead through terraced lawns and flower gardens.
There is an extensive wooden play set with slide and swings, a ping-pong table, as well as an assortment of bikes and trikes are available. Eden welcomes children of all ages!
The Hot Tub Cottage/ GuesthouseIn the cottage there is a full-sized hot tub. Attached to the cottage there is 1,000 square feet of decking, some covered for all weather, offering a fine outdoor retreat and seating for all!
The hot-tub cottage is a cheerful, bright space featuring an indoor hot tub encased in sandstone. The cottage has its own bathroom with shower, and may be used as a fifth bedroom.
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A Medieval Town Renowned for Traditional Irish Music
Just a 5-minute drive from Eden Retreat is the bustling and colorful town of Ennis, the county center of Clare.
Ennis gets its name from the Irish word “inis” (island) because it is virtually surrounded by the River Fergus, a melodious presence throughout. The streets of Ennis are narrow and charming, and some do not allow cars. There are plenty of locals here—Ennis is no tourist trap—and you’ll hear voices that are raised in laughter or storytelling in bakeries and bookstores alike. The Friary at the bottom of Abbey Street was founded by the O’Briens in the 13th century. Many of its original features survive. It’s breath-taking and has a textured silence that speaks through the centuries. But, the main attraction in Ennis is the locals’ love of traditional music. Every year on the month of May, Ennis hosts Fleadh Nua, an international celebration of Irish culture, and in November the Ennis Trad Festival is held. But traditional music of the highest quality is on display in the pubs of Ennis throughout the year. It often seems that those in town who can't sing or play an instrument are very much in the minority! The person who recently labeled Ennis as the Nashville of traditional Irish music wasn't far wrong. This area is the root, after all, of American traditional music. |  |
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The following locations are in close proximity to Eden Retreat
Bunratty Village (15 minutes)
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, located just 7 miles from Shannon Airport, is high on the list of Ireland's top visitor attractions. If you want to learn about Ireland and how the Irish lived in earlier times, Bunratty's Folk Park is a must. Entire houses of various sizes and dates have been taken apart stone-by-stone and reassembled here, along with a school, a pub, a church, a row of shops, and other buildings. What makes it especially enjoyable is watching activities, including scones and bread being made, as well as work being carried out in the little fields. Chat with the staff; they are very friendly and informative. Bunratty's most obvious attraction is its imposing castle which overlooks the river Shannon. Once the stronghold of the O’Briens, kings and later earls of Thomond, it reflects their style and power. Its Great Hall has a very fine collection of 14th-century furniture, paintings and wall hangings and also hosts medieval banquets which anyone can attend with plenty of entertainment as well as food and drink. Finally no visit to Bunratty would be complete without a pint of plain in the world-famous Durty Nelly's Pub located right next to the castle.
Galway City (1 hour)
In a recent nationwide survey the people of Galway were found to be Ireland's happiest! And visiting Galway City, the capital of their county it is not hard to see why. It is a lively university city of narrow streets, quaint shopfronts, bustling pubs and stunning surrounding scenery. It has always attracted a bohemian mix of musicians, artists and intellectuals and that attitude is palpable as you walk the streets. Galway has been commercially important since the 11th century when it was a centre for trade with Spain and Portugal. In 1477 Christopher Columbus paid a visit. Galway earned the title “City of the Tribes” around that time, when it was ruled by 14 wealthy merchant families. Today it is lively, with loads of things to do, and is so popular that it can get very crowded in summer, especially during the annual Galway Races. The annual Arts Festival also attracts thousands, especially for its street parade, organized by the multi-award winning production company, Macnas. Its famous Druid Theatre produces and stages plays and has toured internationally, winning awards, including Tonys on Broadway.
Doolin & The Cliffs of Moher (40 minutes)
The small coastal village of Doolin is located on County Clare’s wild Atlantic coast. The surrounding area has much of interest including the barren yet strikingly beautiful Burren region with, among other things, the 5,000 year-old Poulnabrone Dolmen. Also worth a visit is Doonagore Castle and of course the spectacular 650-foot high Cliffs of Moher, which are only a few miles from Doolin. But the real reason people flock to Doolin from all over the world is the traditional music in the local pubs. Until recently Doolin had only three pubs. There are now some new establishments on the scene but we recommend sticking to the old reliables: McGann’s, McDermots and O’Connor’s. Even at that you will be spoilt for choice. Each pub is full most nights with musicians and music lovers alike. Be sure to check out all three!
Adare Heritage Village (45 minutes)
Adare is a quaint picturesque village lined with traditional thatched-roof cottages. Snuggled in a wooden and lush countryside setting, Adare is widely regarded as being Ireland's prettiest and most unique village. Situated on the river Maigue, a tributary of the Shannon river, Adare (Gaelic name: "Ath Dara" - the "ford of the oak" - from the combination of water and woodland) dates back, at least, to the early 13th century. Adare village has a rich wealth of heritage, as well as architectural and scenic beauty. Two groups of world famous, ornate, thatched cottages line part of the village's broad main street, punctuated with beautiful stone buildings, medieval monasteries and ruins. Situated in the centre of County Limerick, with just 15 minutes from Limerick City and 45 minutes from Shannon Airport, Adare Village is an ideal base from which to explore County Limerick's many visitor attractions such as Lough Gur and King John's Castle.
Aran Islands (1.25 hours)
The Aran Islands are located off the west coast of Ireland. Here you can immerse yourself in the rich Celtic culture among people who speak Gaelic as their first language. You can take a short ferry ride from Doolin to one of these islands and experience a whole different way of life. Here you will find that the 1,500 people that inhabit these islands are quite removed from the hustle and bustle of the modern world. One of the most famous attractions on the island is the ancient stone fort of Dun Aengus. This fort dates back to the Celtic Iron Age around the first century AD and is perched atop spectacular 300 foot cliffs that drop straight down to the Atlantic.
Explore the Breathtaking West Coast of Ireland...
Western Ireland has been continuously inhabited for 5,000 years. Western Ireland is an important part of Irish history. It is the home of vibrant Galway, the Burren and Connemara, a wild nature lover’s paradise with splendid mountains, lakes and big skies. Here you will find the spectacular Cliffs of Moher and the best traditional Irish music in the country. Looking for something more medieval? Travel just 15 minutes and attend a medieval banquet at Bunratty Castle.
This is also the region where you will find people who still speak Irish as their first language. And islands lost in time. The Aran Islands are truly traditional—this is what you think of when you see old movies with peat farmers and friendly fishermen. Life here wasn’t easy, but it was rich with family ties and magical beliefs. It still is. Come experience the Ireland of old, the Ireland of your dreams.
