Irish hospitality at its finest. Ursula and Noel run a tidy, comfortable B&B and offer advice on where to go and what to do in County Clare. We had a lovely chat in the family living room with Ursula, her eldest daughter and their friends who made us feel truly welcome guests. The view of Lough Derg from the visitor’s... more

Just returned from October weekend. A friendly welcome and approachable hosts. The house spotlessly clean, good size room and in genuinely quiet location. Good advice on local eateries and pubs. Lots to do in and around Mountshannon. Local people friendly. Good information and communication prior to visit - hosts kindly gave us bikes for a day to explore. But less... more

Hi guys , its December and only just got dried out!!! Five of us stayed late July, fantastic family run B&B. Ursula, Noel and the girls made us very welcome, not forgetting Felix the dog! Great place to make base camp to visit West Coast. Ring of Kerry can be done - long day - in a car,, but on... more

I had a fabulous stay. Great hosts, nice room and a beautiful surrounding. Ursula and Noel are just great and Felix is very funny. The fireplace was so warm and cosy and the chat we had was very pleasant. Thank you very much again for this great stay, I certainly will be back, very soon hopefully. Grettings to all of... more

We really enjoyed the evening beside the open fireplace with a boottle wine and your girls (8 and 11). Thank you very much. more

Dear Ursula and Noel, Thank you very much for the lovely time we spend with you in Hawthorn Lodge (B & B). We had a great holiday in a beautiful neighbourhood. It was a pleasure to be in a house with nice people with a great feeling for hospitality. Your breaktfast is very good (Irish as well as continental). The... more

I felt quite at home at Hawthorne Lodge; breakfasts were terrific, generous...I miss them so! All facilities, car park, etc., very nice. Comfy beds, lots of literature to plan outings. An unforeseen stumble on Holy Island resulted in soiled clothing which the proprietress gladly laundered for me....much above the call of duty, and much appreciated. Recommendations for several local fooderies... more

Spent three nights at the Hogan's on Whitegate Road, nice room and best bed of our 2 week stay in West of Ireland. Vera O'Rourke at Sunrise Lodge sent us over when she couldn't put us up. They are long time habitants and familiar with characters, places to walk, eat, and etc. Friendly and helpful. We had excellent food at... more