Chestnut Cottage, Banagher, Co Offaly

John and Marian invite you to rent this 300 year old 'Chestnut Cottage' which is situated on the McDonald farm at Lusmagh, Banagher, Co. Offaly near the River Shannon. It was the original home of the McDonald family for generations. The Chestnut Cottage has been lovingly restored, keeping as much as possible of the 'Old World' character of the cottage while adding all the modern comforts. It is located close to the main farmhouse, in a nice farm garden with an orchard. Dogs welcome! The space The kitchen is well equipped with an electric cooker fitted with a ceramic hob, washing machine, fridge, microwave, iron, toaster, and coffee maker and dishwasher. Tea towels and washing-up cloths are provided. The living room has a colour TV and dining and sitting area. The bedrooms are one double room with a king size bed. All bed linen and towels are provided and are included in the rental price. Bathrooms: There are two showers and two w.c.s, one of which adjoins two of the bedrooms WiFi : excellent WiFi at the cottage. Heating: There is air to water heat pump underfloor central heating. Other facilities: There is a patio and barbeque area at the rear of the cottage in the orchard. For the fisherman there is Boat hire locally also bait and tackle stockists. A kennel is provided for pets.  Guest access The entire cottage is yours during your visit. You will also enjoy the surrounding garden. Other things to note Flowing through Lusmagh and Banagher the River Shannon is the major waterway in Ireland. The Little Brosna joins the Shannon at Lusmagh and the Grand Canal joins the Shannon just up stream at Shannon Harbour as also does the Brosna River. All these water ways provide unbeatable angling. There are great stocks of fish including salmon, trout, bream, tench and perch in abundance. Pike fishing is particularly rewarding. The area boasts excellent fishing access and facilities, bait shops and outboard boat hire.