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Mayo Holiday Cottages
These rental companies provide a good selection of County Mayo self catering cottages and holiday homes. They can be found throughout the region and are available
all the year round. Both modern and traditional properties are available, situated in some of the most picturesque locations County Mayo has to offer.
Holiday Lettings - 50 Mayo holiday cottages and self catering properties, situated throughout the county. Thatched cottages, converted mills, stone cottages as well as modern apartments and holiday homes are included in their collection. Seven day breaks start at £175.
Holiday Rentals -
45 Mayo cottages including both traditional and modern properties. They can be found in romantic locations like Louisburgh and Achill Island. Bookings are between £175 and £1650 for seven day breaks. Read their user reviews for unbiased accounts of their cottages.
Cottages 4 You - Around 25 holiday properties and cottages in Mayo situated in Ballindine, Bangor Erris, Westport and other County Mayo destinations. Most are in the £300 to £600 price range for week-long breaks and discounts are also available for selected properties.
Sykes - 4 Mayo cottage properties from just £100 p/w during low season. Pets are accommodated for in certain cases and special offers are also available. Locations include Ballindine, Kiltimagh and Ballinrobe. Some of their cottages are able to accommodate up to 9.
Mayo
County Mayo is the third largest county in Ireland and is located in the province of Connaught on the West Coast. It is bounded by Galway, Roscommon and Sligo and has a population of 125,000 people.
Situated on the
River Moy, the county town of Mayo attracts anglers and fisherman from far and wide for the salmon that can be caught off the town centre bridges. The heritage town of Westport is another picturesque destination with its Georgian buildings and tree-lined shopping area.
Fives miles from the town of Mayo lies the mountain of
Croagh Patrick. This peak is considered by many to be sacred tribute to Ireland's national apostle St. Patrick. It is regularly climbed in his honour and is noted for the spectacular views of the surrounding Clew Bay and the plush, green Mayo countryside
Stretching from Killary Harbour to
Kilala Bay, Mayo's coastline has a fine selection of sandy beaches and rugged cliffs. Clew Bay offers a particularly attractive seascape with its impressive collection of islands scattered around the surrounding waters. Further details about Mayor visitor attractions follows below.
Mayo visitor attractions
Cottages tourists visiting unspoiled County Mayo will discover an area of outstanding natural beauty: dramatic mountain landscapes full of hidden adventures and a host of historical treasures to be discovered – and Ireland’s largest island, beautiful
Achill, the county’s most popular resort.
Outdoor Activities
Fishing, walking, golf and sailing are all popular tourist activities in County Mayo. The newest of Ireland’s National Parks is at
Ballycroy where you can enjoy a variety of activities from cycling the nature trails to hiking and fishing. Serious walkers can follow the 22 mile
Clew Bay Archaeological Trail. Alternativley try Delphi Adventure which offers courses in surfing, canoeing and mountaineering for both adults and kids. If you’d like to try scuba diving, contact Islands West. Clew Bay Sea Safaris offer boat tours in the summer months.
Food and drink
There is plenty of choice when it comes to finding places to eat in County Mayo.
The Broken Jug in Ballina is a popular tourist haunt and offers carvery lunches in a friendly and lively atmosphere.
Flannery’s in Ballinrobe has a reputation for the quality of its food and has regular live music sessions.
Calvey’s is located on Achill Island and is renowned for tits seafood: oysters, mussels, crab and turbot. The Sol Rio Restaurant in
Westport serves Mediterranean dishes and Quay Cottage, overlooking the harbour, specialises in locally caught fish and also serves steaks. The award-winning
Murphy Brothers Bar in Ballina has an extensive menu with vegetarian options.
History and Culture
Prehistoric sites are plentiful, particularly on the
Murrisk Peninsula, south west of Westport. At the mouth of the bay, visit Clare Island to see the Lecarrow court-tomb, standing stones, forts and Iron Age huts. Nearby is a ruined castle and a 16th century Cistercian monastery. The boat service runs from Roonagh Quay.
Ballintubber Abbey was built in 1216 and has been in continuous use for almost 800 years. The biggest prehistoric site is the
Ceide Fields near Ballycastle, lying under a 5000 year old bog with remains of the Neolithic period. There is a Visitor Centre, exhibits and an AV presentation on site. To the east of Lough Mask is a 13th century castle at Shrule on the Black River.
