About the Property
Child Friendly
From €408 for 2 nights
Open Fire
Sleeps 4
The Schoolhouse at Annaghmore, Colloney, Co. Sligo
From the moment you arrive, you will be utterly charmed by this wonderful little house. It has a fascinating history, it is warm and welcoming and it is set in a great location. The Schoolhouse at Annaghmore was built in the 1860s to educate local children. Nowadays its cosy vestibule leads through to a light-filled sitting room where an open fire adds a welcoming glow.
Although in the heart of the countryside, the Schoolhouse is close to Sligo town where bustling streets are peppered with small boutiques, cafes, and bars, as well as a myriad of craft shops selling jewellery, pottery, and knitwear. Strandhill, Mullaghmore, and Enniscrone are within driving distance as are Lissadel House and the final resting place of W.B Yeats.
We think you’ll love
- The Schoolhouse is well located and there is plenty to do within driving distance.
- Nearby Cooloney has a lovely café “Nádúr”, there is also “Shells” and “Stoked” in glorious Strandhill.
- The famous “Voya” seaweed baths are located in Strandhill which is a fifteen minute drive.
Facilities
- 2 double bedrooms
- Oil Fired Central Heating
- Open Fire in Sitting Room
- Electric Oven
- Microwave
- Dish Washer
- Washer/Dryer
- Fridge
- Towel and Linens provided
- Travel cot/crib for infants (under 2 years), on request
- Hair Dryer
- Iron and Ironing Board
- Cooking Utensils and Equipment
- 1 Bathroom with bath tub
- Separate Shower Room downstairs
- Sitting Room
- Garden and Patio with garden furniture
- River located nearby
- Radio
- Car parking
Things you should know
There is a bat colony in the Summer season. This can be a bonus for nature lovers!
No pets are permitted at the Schoolhouse at Annaghmore.
This property is located in a woodland area beside a river and guests are advised that there is wildlife, including bats and deer, around the property.
Built in the 1860s, The Schoolhouse, Annaghmore is an attractive rural building picturesquely located by the Owenmore River and surrounded by mature woodland. The building retains many original decorative features including ornamental wooden bargeboards and lattice windows surmounted by wooden hood mouldings. The most striking feature is the projecting oriel window on the upper east gable.The L-shaped one and a half storey building originally comprised of a two-storey accommodation area (the schoolmaster's residence) and a double height schoolroom. Some 19th Century schoolhouse furnishings still survive including the schoolhouse fireplace, coat hooks and chalkboards.
This charming rural schoolhouse on the Annaghmore Estate which has been owned by the O'Hara family for several centuries, features distinctively Tudor Revival decorative elements. Built in the 1860s as a school for the estate tenants' children, it is an attractive rural building picturesquely located on the banks of the Owenmore river and surrounded by mature woodland.
There is local folklore surrounding the last tenant of the schoolhouse. Hughie Savage was a bachelor who farmed on the other side of the Owenmore river and kept cattle in the mountains. He lived at Annaghmore without electricity or running water and did not have a bank account. He kept all his money in a tin box which legend says is still buried somewhere at Annaghmore since it has never been found!
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HEALTH AND SAFETY
Our buildings were made to the standards of earlier times – and sometimes without the intention that they should be lived in. Consequently, you may encounter features that reflect their particular character but that deserve due care and attention, particularly by the young, elderly, less mobile or visually impaired. Examples of these are steps worn with age, uneven surfaces, low ceilings and beams, unexpected drops or changes in level, and by modern standards low or absent lighting. In all cases we have sought to make a sensible compromise between due regard for safety and the careful retention of the fabric of each building, which makes it an interesting place to stay. We ask you to appreciate and use the building with this understanding. If you have any queries about the property you are interested in and would like more clarification please contact Irish Landmark at bookings@irishlandmark.com.
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Arrival and Departure Time?
Unless otherwise agreed with the House Manager the earliest time at which you can check in is 4.00p.m. Guests may NOT take over the property any time later then 9.00pm. Guests are requested to vacate the property by 10.00am at the latest on the day of departure.
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Is there a TV?
No, but there is a radio, board games, cards and plenty of books.
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Is there WiFi?
No, at our properties you have an opportunity to experience the best of a former way of life: beautiful architecture, fascinating history and a peaceful relaxed ambiance, without modern electronic distractions, where you decide the pace of your holiday.
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Can I bring a dog?
No. Pets are not permitted at this property.
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Do you supply towels and bed linen?
Yes. The beds will be made up on your arrival and you will be provided with a bath towel and guest towel according to the number of beds in the property.
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Is there an open fire and do you supply fuel?
Yes. There is an open fire in the sitting room. We supply fuel for the first night of your holiday. Guests may want to bring more for the duration of their stay. Please contact the local House Manager for more information on what type of fuel is used at your chosen property.
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Do I need a car to get here?
It would be preferable to have a car as otherwise it will be difficult to get to shops, etc.
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How do I get the keys?
When you complete your booking, you will receive an email giving you information about arranging access on your arrival date.
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Can I arrive early?
Only by special arrangement with the bookings office and agreement of the local House Manager. A charge is made if you are requesting a morning arrival, as this means we cannot take a booking for the night before your arrival date.
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What is the latest departure time?
10.00am. The House Manager will discuss arrangements for your departure on the day you arrive.
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How far to the nearest town?
About 10 mins drive to Collooney.
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Where can I find information about the local area?
Each of our properties contains a Green Book catered to that specific property. In this book, we have compiled all of the necessary information important local amenities such as medical centres and taxi services, including locations and phone numbers. You will also find tips for recommended restaurants, bars, and things to see and do for all ages.
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Is there a caterer who will come in to cook meals?
We do not know of anyone who can go in to cook meals at this property.
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Is it suitable for children?
Yes, but there are no single beds only 2 doubled bedded rooms.
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Is it suitable for older people?
Yes. There is a separate shower room downstairs and a double bedroom on the ground floor.
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Does it have facilities for disabled people?
The ground floor shower room would be suitable for the assisted disabled.
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Is it suitable for a wheelchair?
No.
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Is there central heating?
There is oil central heating with radiators throughout the house.
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Is the cooker electric or gas?
Electric cooker.
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Is there a shower?
Yes - there is a walk in shower in the downstairs shower room.
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How many bathrooms?
2
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Can I get to the house by public transport?
Yes. You would get a train or bus to Sligo and a taxi could take you onwards from there to the Schoolhouse. However, you would need a car to get to local shops, etc.
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Where is the nearest train station?
Sligo.
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What is your minimum booking period?
Irish Landmark Trust have a 2 night stay minimum at all of our properties. Some Special Dates will have restrictions on arrival and departure date which will effect the minimum number of nights.
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Is there a garden and outdoor furniture at the house?
Yes. There is a large lawned area and a patio with a table and chairs.
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Is there parking onsite?
There is parking for 2 cars onsite.
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What condiments and products do you supply?
We supply teabags, coffee granules, sugar, salt & pepper, cooking oil, tin foil & kitchen roll, handwash, washing up liquid, dishwashing cloths, and dishwasher tablets if there is a dishwasher. We do not supply any other cleaning products that contain chemicals, including laundry detergents – we suggest you bring your own.
HOW TO BOOK AN IRISH LANDMARK HOLIDAY :
It is possible to reserve dates online at www.irishlandmark.com but bookings are not confirmed until a confirmation email is received from the bookings desk.
BOOKING:
Your booking must be for holiday purposes only. Irish Landmark reserve the right to refuse hire for purposes other than holiday accommodation. When you make a booking, you accept full responsibility for all persons who will use or visit the property during the period booked. When you book, you agree to indemnify us against all loss and damage arising directly or indirectly to the property and its contents from any deliberate or negligent act or omission by yourself, or any person accompanying you.
CONTRACT OF HIRE:
The hiring contract shall be between the Hirer and Irish Landmark and made subject to these Booking Conditions . The Contract of Hire is not effective until Irish Landmark dispatches to the Hirer written confirmation of a booking.
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Reviews
A Wonderful House
“The Schoolhouse at Annaghmore is a beautiful house. It is in a wonderful location. The condition of the house is impeccable and exceeded our expectations. We would recommend this house to anyone who is seeking peace and tranquility.” (A Balfe)
The Most perfect Stay
“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Schoolhouse – a beautifully presented building that was a joy to spend two nights in. Gorgeous gardens and we loved the stillness and quiet surrounding us. The property itself was spotless and oh so charming.” (MReidy).
House Manager
Sarah Melvin
Sarah Melvin is the House Manager at Annaghmore Schoolhouse. Sarah loves to welcome guests and tell them about the history of the building and advise on the best places to visit in the area.
Local Area Highlights.
- Mullaghmore Head
- Streedagh Beach
- Lissadell House
- Drumcliffe Church
- Sligo Folk Park
- Carrowmore Megalithic Site