Castle Grove Hotel

After spending two nights at the Castle Grove, we move closer to the coast to stay in the little village of Gleanncolumbcille.  We've enjoyed our visit at this elegant country house, but miss the homey charms of our apartment in Westport.

From the website: "Castle Grove was built in 1695 by the Grove family, who came here in 1656; however, the original was burnt during the siege of Londonderry in 1690. It was here also that the famous Daniel O'Connell was introduced to the powers that be; that led to him being an elected MP at the time. Castle Grove also had a big influence in the life of General Richard Montgomery who's fame still lives on - the American War of Independence. During famine times the Groves both fed and educated all tenant families. We all enjoy the welcoming atmosphere that lives on from such generosity and is complimented by the "Cead Mile Failte" that awaits you to make your stay a memorable one. Castle Grove is a "must" when in the North-West, the most beautiful and un-spoilt part of Ireland with it's magnificent beaches - "Up here its Different".

We also took a drive past Rosapenna Golf Links yesterday (a Padraic suggestion).  Beautiful setting right on the bay.  Would love to come back and play someday.