Zetland Country House Hotel

Cashel Bay Connemara

Galway, IE

Rating: 4 Stars

Zetland Country House Hotel stands on the edge of Cashel Bay in Connemara, an area of outstanding beauty. In this untamed landscape of mountains, lakes and white sandy beaches, this country house hotel is an oasis of elegance and warm hospitality. Owned and managed by Ruaidhri Prendergast, Zetland House invites you to enjoy gracious living as it used to be in times long gone. The House, built originally as a Sporting Lodge in the early 1800s, derives its name from the Earl of Zetland, Lord Viceroy and a frequent visitor in the last century. Today, the Prendergast family has recreated the charm and elegance of those days combined with all the sophisticated luxury expected by discerning guests. But the natural beauty of Connemara is never far away. From the main reception rooms and bedrooms, you look over gardens rich in flowers, shrubs and trees, sweeping down to Cashel Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. A member of Manor House Hotels. Facilities in rooms include direct dial telephone, Satellite TV, Tea and Coffee making facilities. Also Tennis Court, Garden, Walking, Billiard Room. In Area Fishing, Horse riding, Heritage Tours, Aran Islands, National Park and much more AA 4 Star Good Hotel Guide recommended A member of Manor House Hotels of Ireland Proprietor: Ruaidhri Prendergast

Room Information

DD

De Luxe Double room sea view very spacious seating area antique furnishings king bed De Luxe Double room with king size bed sea view antique furnishings private bath TV telephone hairdryer quiet room

SD

Classic Double Room with bathroom garden view queen bed and antique furnishings Classic standard double room with queen bed garden view bathroom and antique furnishings. Direct dial telephone and TV

SPD

Superior Double with sea view antique furnish queen bed bathroom TV Phone Hairdryer quiet Superior Double Room with sea view queen bed bathroom TV telephone hairdryer antique furnishings quiet room

SPT

Superior Twin room two beds sea view bathroom TV telephone hairdryer antique furnishings Superior Twin room with sea view private bathroom TV Hairdryer Telephone Quiet room Antique furnishings

ST

Standard Twin bedded room two single beds bathroom garden view antique furnishings TV Twin bedded room with two single beds overlooking the garden and furnished with antiques. TV telephone private bathroom

Directions

From Galway take the N59 in the direction of Clifden via Oughterard, Maam Cross and Recess (Srath Salach on some maps). 1.5 miles after Recess take a left turn where the hotel is signposted. Three miles further on there is a right turn where you will see another signpost. Zetland Country House is situated on the right hand side 0.8 of a mile from there. Dublin Airport,Dublin Follow signs Way Out, Dublin 0.3 0.3 UNCL. Junction with N1/M1 At roundabout take 2nd exit (signposted Dublin) to join Motorway M1 1.9 1.6 M1 Junction with M50 Branch left (signposted M50 Southbound) and at roundabout take 3rd exit M50 9.4 7.5 M50 West Link Bridge (Toll)(Car 80p) 10.1 0.7 M50 Junction 7 (N4) Leave Motorway and at roundabout take 3rd exit N4 (signposted The West) 13.7 3.6 N4 Junction with R403 In 0.5 mile at roundabout forward 14.3 0.6 N4 Leixlip Road Interchange Start of Motorway M4 25.3 11.0 M4 End of Motorway Forward N4 31.2 5.9 N4 Enfield Follow signs Sligo N4 39.6 8.4 N4 Clonard 43.1 3.5 N4 Kinnegad Turn left N6 (signposted Athlone) 49.4 6.3 N6 Milltownpass 52.6 3.2 N6 Rochfortbridge 56.4 3.8 N6 Tyrrellspass 61.9 5.5 N6 Kilbeggan 65.9 4.0 N6 Horseleap 71.6 5.7 N6 Moate 78.6 7.0 N6 Junction with N62 Follow signs Athlone N6 79.3 0.7 N6 Junction with Athlone Bypass Follow signs Galway N6 into Athlone Bypass 81.8 2.5 N6 Junction with N55 Follow signs Galway N6 83.8 2.0 N6 Junction with N61 Follow signs Galway N6 84.4 0.6 N6 Junction with R362 Follow signs Galway N6 98.5 14.1 N6 Ballinasloe Follow signs Galway N6 103.9 5.4 N6 Aughrim 111.5 7.6 N6 Kilreekill 117.4 5.9 N6 Loughrea At end of town branch right (signposted Galway) 124.9 7.5 N6 Craughwell 133.6 8.7 N6 Junction with N18 At roundabout take 3rd exit 134.2 0.6 N6 Junction with N18 (north) At roundabout forward 136.2 2.0 N6 Junction with N6(East)/N6(West) At roundabout take 2nd exit 137.2 1.0 N6 Junction with R339 At roundabout take 2nd exit 138.3 1.1 N6 Junction for Galway City East At roundabout forward 138.7 0.4 N6 Junction with N17 At roundabout forward 139.8 1.1 N6 Junction with N84 At roundabout take 2nd exit 140.1 0.3 N6 Junction for Galway City Centre At roundabout take 4th exit (signposted Oughterard, Clifden (N59) In 0.7 mile at traffic signals forward 141.1 1.0 N6 Junction with N59/R338 At roundabout take 3rd exit N59 (signposted Oughterard, Clifden) In 0.7 mile at T-junction turn left 147.6 6.5 N59 Moycullen 156.0 8.4 N59 (road to) Aughnanure Castle (on right) 157.3 1.3 N59 Oughterard 167.7 10.4 N59 Maam Cross 175.9 8.2 N59 Recess (post office) 1.5 miles after Recess take a left turn where the hotel is signposted. Three miles further on there is a right turn where you will see another signpost. Zetland Country House is situated on the right hand side 0.8 of a mile from there.

Restaurants

Restaurant / Dining Information

Two Rosette Restaurant overlooking Cashel Bay with many awards for food.

Area Attractions

Aran Islands...30 miles Kylemore Abbey ...20 miles Connemara National Park...20 miles Golf....20 miles Fishing...6 miles Tennis on site Walks...0 miles Beaches...8 miles Horseriding...20 miles

Recreation

Recreation Information

What to do at Zetland Country House? ARAN ISLAND VISITS: Many of our visitors like to visit the famous Aran Islands or the less well known but equally beautiful Inis Bofin. There are ferries at regular intervals to both of these islands and dont worry they will bring you home as well. TENNIS: The Hotel has its own hard court, racquets and balls are available at reception. GOLF: The Connemara Golf Club located at Ballyconneely is one of the most challenging links courses in the West. SNOOKER: We have our own full sized table available to residents. The Snooker Room is just off the bar. GAME FISHING: Zetland House has its own Sea Trout Fishery - The Gowla Fishery - with some 20 lakes and 3.5 miles of river in the heart of Connemara. Fly-fishing is permitted only in this area and we can organise local Guides. SEA ANGLING: The Celtic Queen sails from Clifden Bay and is licensed to carry 14 fishermen, beginners are welcome as well as seasoned anglers. CROQUET: You can play Croquet on the Hotels lawn, again all equipment can be provided. GUIDED WALKS: At Connemara National Park guided walks are organised on a daily basis and are very interesting. CYCLE HIRE: We can organise bicycle hire for you and bikes can be picked up at the Hotel if requested. PITCH & PUTT: The local pitch and putt course at Glendalough is a nice way to pass an afternoon for the not so serious golfer. SCUBA DIVING: Whether a beginner or a qualified diver Scuba Dive West is delighted to take you under its wing. All equipment is available for rental and the clubs two boats take divers to the many local islands and dive sites. WATER-SKIING: At Clifden Sea Sports water-skiing is just one of the many activities available if you are not afraid of getting wet. TOURS OF CONNEMARA: Local maps are available at reception and one of the Prendergasts will be happy to indicate scenic drives, areas of interest and the best shops or places to have a snack en route. HERITAGE TOURS: Michael Gibbons of Connemara Heritage Tours takes small walking groups through the Connemara countryside with visits to ruined famine villages and other historical sights. HORSE RIDING: The Cleggan Riding Centre is situated a half an hours drive from the Hotel and offers a range of treks around the area, on the beach at Cleggan and out to Omey Island when the tide permits. SHOOTING: The Hotel has shooting rights over 12,000 acres of bog and woodland for Woodcock and Snipe. The season is open from November 15th until January 31st. Duck shooting is available for parties of 10 from September. *Note: Gowla Fishery is currently closed however we can organise Salmon, Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout fishing locally. With a little bit of notice we can usually arrange any activity you might be interested in