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Historic Luxury House. In the heart of County Clare.
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5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10418.1 sq m
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Corofin, Clare
- Dysert O'Dea Castle and Archaeology Centre7 min drive
- Ennis Friary14 min drive
- Ennis Cathedral15 min drive
- Shannon (SNN)38 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Historic Luxury House. In the heart of County Clare.
Railway View is an historic listed home in the heart of Clare. Built in 1888 as shop, butter merchants and public house serving the West Clare Railway. It played a central role in the War of Independence and Civil War, with the Minihan family very active in both conflicts. Described by Frank Barrett as "barracks, hospital and hotel", such historic figures as Eamon deValera, Countess Markievicz and Peadar O'Donnell have stayed here as guests of Staff Commandant John Minihan, a senior republican.
Railway View is in a tranquil location, 1.5 km from the Village of Corofin and 12 km from the county town of Ennis. It is a spacious house on its own extensive private grounds with plenty of parking. There are 5 bedrooms, of which one is ensuite, with two further bathrooms, one of which is downstairs.
On the ground floor there is a spacious living room with Sky TV and Netflix; study with reading material and work area/desk; ground floor bedroom; bathroom with overhead shower and free-standing bath (with shower unit); spacious kitchen with dining table seating ten together with large range and two ovens, dish washer and sink; utility room with two washing machines, dryer, and sink.
Upstairs there are two identical bedrooms with double beds; one bedroom with double bed and ensuite (overhead shower); large master bedroom with double bed; bathroom with overhead shower.
The storey and a half design of the house gives a charming look and feel to all upstairs rooms. The master bedroom is most unusual with two steps down into it and roof valleys in each of the 4 corners.
All windows are sash with shutters. All bathrooms are fully tiled in travertine. Walls both inside and out are completed with lime render; flooring is a combination of solid French oak, Victorian tiling and travertine. The house has a number of handcrafter fireplaces in various rooms. Heating is oil. There is full wifi access.
Guests have access to the entire property, including yard and raised garden/lawn area.
Railway View is in the heart of County Clare and within a short drive of the county town of Ennis, the world famous Burren National Park, the Cliffs of Moher, Ailwee Cave, Poulnabrone Dolmen, Lahinch Championship links golf course, Bunratty Castle and Folk Park and many other historic and natural attractions. County Clare is globally renowned as the home of traditional Irish music with live music regularly available in public houses in Ennis and the famous costal village of Doolin. There are many excellent restaurants in Clare, including at Michelin stars level. Corofin itself has 13 lakes and is on the River Fergus and has an excellent reputation for freshwater angling.
Railway View is in a tranquil location, 1.5 km from the Village of Corofin and 12 km from the county town of Ennis. It is a spacious house on its own extensive private grounds with plenty of parking. There are 5 bedrooms, of which one is ensuite, with two further bathrooms, one of which is downstairs.
On the ground floor there is a spacious living room with Sky TV and Netflix; study with reading material and work area/desk; ground floor bedroom; bathroom with overhead shower and free-standing bath (with shower unit); spacious kitchen with dining table seating ten together with large range and two ovens, dish washer and sink; utility room with two washing machines, dryer, and sink.
Upstairs there are two identical bedrooms with double beds; one bedroom with double bed and ensuite (overhead shower); large master bedroom with double bed; bathroom with overhead shower.
The storey and a half design of the house gives a charming look and feel to all upstairs rooms. The master bedroom is most unusual with two steps down into it and roof valleys in each of the 4 corners.
All windows are sash with shutters. All bathrooms are fully tiled in travertine. Walls both inside and out are completed with lime render; flooring is a combination of solid French oak, Victorian tiling and travertine. The house has a number of handcrafter fireplaces in various rooms. Heating is oil. There is full wifi access.
Guests have access to the entire property, including yard and raised garden/lawn area.
Railway View is in the heart of County Clare and within a short drive of the county town of Ennis, the world famous Burren National Park, the Cliffs of Moher, Ailwee Cave, Poulnabrone Dolmen, Lahinch Championship links golf course, Bunratty Castle and Folk Park and many other historic and natural attractions. County Clare is globally renowned as the home of traditional Irish music with live music regularly available in public houses in Ennis and the famous costal village of Doolin. There are many excellent restaurants in Clare, including at Michelin stars level. Corofin itself has 13 lakes and is on the River Fergus and has an excellent reputation for freshwater angling.
Property manager
Paul Minihan
Languages
English
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Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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About the area
Corofin
Corofin is home to this holiday home. Dromore Wood Nature Reserve and Lahinch Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sceal Eile Books and Burren Perfumery. Lahinch Seaworld and The Celtic T Shirt Shop are also worth visiting.

Corofin, Clare
What's nearby
- Clare Heritage Centre Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Dysert O'Dea Castle and Archaeology Centre - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
- Ennis Friary - 14 min drive - 13.5 km
- Ennis Cathedral - 15 min drive - 14.7 km
- Cliffs of Moher - 32 min drive - 34.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Good House - 11 min drive
- Bofey Quinns - 17 min walk
- Auburn Lodge Pub - 16 min drive
- Lough Avalla Farm Tea Rooms - 16 min drive
- Considines - 17 min drive
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