We have been hosting guests from all over the world since 1980 and it is a joy for us to offer hospitality to so many interesting people. We try to ensure that our guests feel at home and our aim is to offer the best possible service, without intruding on their privacy during their stay with us.

Ballywarren has been sympathetically furnished and decorated in late 18th century style and features open fires, an oak staircase and a galleried landing. All bedrooms and sitting rooms have FREE WIFI broadband access. Outside there is a large garden for the use of guests during the summer and, down the lane, a few minutes' walk will take you to nearby Lake Corrib. Apart from grazing sheep there is little to disturb the tranquillity of this setting.

Local attractions include a choice of golf courses, an Equestrian Centre, a Falconry School and fishing on the lough - we even have our own Ghillie. The Connemara National Park is only minutes down the road and this area of outstanding natural beauty is not to be missed. Connemara is an endless source of inspiration to both artists and creative writers, and in the constantly changing light the drive towards the Atlantic coast is never the same twice.

We do have a little rain in this part of Ireland! During wet weather, or if you just prefer to be indoors for a while, you might like to make use of our two very cosy sitting rooms. Please feel free to read, play chess, solitaire, cards or any of the other board games provided.

We hope that you can spend some time with us in this wonderful part of Ireland and leave refreshed in body and spirit.

Diane and David Skelton