This stunning house just outside Lahinch was our Country House of the Year in 2003 and, although many new properties have opened since then, it remains
one of Ireland's most appealing (and luxurious) country houses.
It's
on a wooded 15 acre site on the river Moy and enjoys a commanding position overlooking Lahinch Bay, with
clear coastal views and, although it appears to be quite a small, low building as you approach, its hillside position allows for a lower floor on the sea side - a side entrance below has direct access to the dining room and conservatory, and the lower bedrooms (useful for anyone who might have difficulty with the narrow spiral staircase which joins the two floors internally).
A
large drawing room on the entrance level has an open fire and honesty bar, where guests are free to enjoy aperitifs before going down to dine, or to relax after dinner.
Decor, in rich country house tones, uses rugs and beautiful heavy fabrics to great advantage and the nine bedrooms, which all have sea views, are wonderfully spacious and luxuriously appointed, and lovely bathrooms have underfloor heating;
one extra-luxurious suite has a private conservatory overlooking the Atlantic.
Bedrooms are decorated in a gently contemporary style, while the dining room also has a conservatory, allowing lovely views for everyone where a 4-course residents' dinner and breakfast are served at separate tables - a lovely, stylish place to dine.
There's a short but interesting wine list and,
all round, this lovely house offers a unique experience.
The lucky winner of this free competition will have a short break for two people (subject to availability), to include:
• 2 nights accommodation in a Garden View Room
• Full Irish breakfast on both mornings
• Dinner for two people on one evening
• A wonderful two and a half hour guided walk in the Burren
Read more about Moy House on their website.
To enter the competition simply tick the answers to the questions below, you must be a logged in member to enter (if you are not a member click here to join, it's free):
