Currarevagh House

Currarevagh (pronounced "Curra-reeva") still retains the atmosphere of a bygone age where the emphasis is on hospitality and service. It is run along the lines of a private country house rather than as an impersonal hotel and, while extremely comfortable, it is not pretentious. The tranquil informality lends itself to those seeking a relaxing few days enjoying our house and grounds, or exploring the beauty of Lough Corrib, Connemara, Galway and beyond. Our rooms are individually styled and offer exclusive use of 3 comfortable sitting rooms. There, you can relax beside open turf fires, enjoy the breathtaking view, browse our many bookshelves or quietly snooze to the sound of silence. All rooms are on the first floor and en suite with either views of Lough Corrib or the Connemara Mountains to the north. They are very comfortable and many feature period pieces. Where offered, please specify whether twin or double beds are required at time of booking (requests are subject to availability). With a cuisine based on fresh, local produce, Currarevagh House has gained many accolades in the better known hotel and food guides, as well as the international press. Breakfast is a lavish affair true to its Edwardian roots. Each morning this feast is laid out on the dining room side board, with freshly squeezed juice, full Irish breakfast and more as our specialities. Afternoon tea is a well-known practice enjoyed by many. A selection of teas is served in the drawing room, along with our own fruitcakes, sponge cakes and seasonal specialities. Cucumber sandwiches, hot drop pancakes, and scones of many varieties all feature. Afternoon tea from 16:30 to 18:00 is not to be missed and only for residents. Each evening, a 4-course dinner is served. Our focus is on classically simple menus based on fresh, local produce. The menu changes daily to reflect the seasons and what is available. Main courses are silver-served by our ever-friendly staff so you may take as much as you want! Currarevagh House is fully-licensed to sell wines, spirits and beers to residents. Our unique hatch bar features a well-selected wine list with vintage ports, many varieties of whiskeys and a full array of spirits. Cocktails can be prepared on request, and we have over 60 bins of well-chosen wines. The idyllic setting of the house in Oughterard ensures that those seeking more active leisure activities are sure to find many facilities on-site or nearby. At Currarevagh House, you can enjoy: - Tennis on our own all-weather court. - Croquet on the lawn. - Swimming in our bay and from all the magnificent beaches surrounding Connemara. - Boating in our own boats on Lough Corrib. - Fishing with all equipment, boats, engines and ghillies provided. - Walking through our 180-acre private estate. Nearby attractions include: The Aran Islands - 30 minutes drive to the ferry. The Burren - 90 minutes drive. Galway City - 30 minutes drive. By Plane: Galway Airport is 40 minutes away. Shannon Airport is 80 minutes away. Knock Airport is 90 minutes away. In this Victorian country manor, romantically situated in 180 acres of private woodland, you can enjoy 4-star quality accommodation on the shores of Lough Corrib. Built by the present owner’s ancestors in 1842, it is still run more like a private country house than as a hotel. As such, the tranquil informality lends itself to those seeking relaxing days in a true Irish country house. We offer an oasis of privacy for guests in an idyllic, undisturbed natural environment, providing exceptional personal service with a high standard of accommodation and old fashioned, traditional character.