The Old School House

4.7★

8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

16 Customer Review(s)

George
September 2024

“Lovely old property, clean, well maintained and providing all that we needed.”

Lovely area, great for the dogs, beautiful lake nearby to bring them swimming. They didn't want to come home !

Lovely area, great for the dogs, beautiful lake nearby to bring them swimming. They didn't want to come home !

- George, September 2024

Thank you for your nice comments and glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Steven March 2024

“The school house is spacious, well laid out with great views of the surrounding countryside and a lake.”

The Wi-Fi was great and the Tv's (3 of them) had satellite TV. The kids loved the big garden and the sheep in the field next door. We loved how close everything was; Cavan town, Carrick on Shannon and Sligo or Longford. The sitting room has a lovely raised fireplace, perfect for winding down in front of in the evenings. The school house is a great peaceful getaway. We hope to be back.

- Steven, March 2024

We appreciate your comments and delighted that you enjoyed the stay. Property Owner
Christine July 2023

“Lovely property and great space.”

The old school house is well planned out and a great central spot for exploring the Midlands of Ireland. Biggest issue is the spiders in the house, while no fear of spiders it definitely made us unable to relax completely. Also oven would need updated as takes ages to cook anything.

- Christine, July 2023

Sorry to hear that spiders made the visit uneasy for your visit. We are here now for a few days and there are 2/3 spiders around which we put outside.This is the countryside and there will be more than in a city location now and then. We appreciate your positive comments on our property .Regarding your comments on the cooker :it is a modern electric standard ceramic 4 ring hob with with oven and grill in full working order. Property Owner
Bronagh April 2023

“Stunning location, place has so much character.”

Refurbishment done so well. Loved our stay.

- Bronagh, April 2023

Many thanks for your nice comments. Property Owner
Brian August 2022

“Hi, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Old School.”

The only problem we had was with the huge quantity of spiders in the house, we were going to use a spare blanked that was stored on top of a wardrobe in one of the twin rooms until we took it down and gasped at the amount of spiders and moths when we opened it out, we then quickly returned it to the top of the wardrobe. The School could do with a monthly deep clean down and especially all the spiders removed. We nicknamed the School Hotel Transylvania. We did enjoy our stay and would recommend it to others. Brian & Family.

- Brian, August 2022

Thank you for your nice comments and glad you enjoyed your stay overall.Will take up the issues mentioned with the cleaning team and have the spare blankets cleaned and stored in sealed clear plastic so that this will not re occur.. Property Owner
Gerard July 2022

“Lovely character filled house with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.”

We really enjoyed our evenings out on the deck overlooking the lake.

- Gerard, July 2022

Thank you Gerard for your nice comments about our Schoolhouse and glad the stay was enjoyable. Property Owner
Lisa June 2022

“This cottage is a lovely place to stay superb views and close to places we wanted to visit.”

it was absolutely stunning the photos on sykes doesn't do it justice would recommend this place to friends and family we really enjoyed our stay here thank you

- Lisa, June 2022

Thank you Lisa for the positive comments and glad your stay was enjoyable. Property Owner
David May 2022

“It was just lovely, located amongst stunning and beautiful countryside.”

So comfortable and peaceful. Had a wonderful and relaxing week.

- David, May 2022

Thank you David for your positive feedback and glad you enjoyed the peacefulness of the location. Property Owner
Anthony May 2022

“Charm and Character in Rural County Leitrim, Ireland: Gortermone Schoolhouse was built in 1891.”

The owner has done a wonderful job maintaining this period building and providing all the modern conveniences inside, including wifi and satellite TV. The old schoolhouse has wonderful views of the lovely Leitrim countryside. Highly recommended, Tony K. Houston, Texas

- Anthony, May 2022

Your comments are much appreciated. Property Owner
Luc April 2022

“Very nice house, renovated with care and taste, in a beautiful countryside, in the heart of Ireland, with a very nice view on the countryside and the lakes.”

This old schoolhouse with its history deserves to be discovered. (Too bad there is no washing machine!). We'll be back !

- Luc, April 2022

Thank you for your positive comments.I would just like to say that there is a washing machine located next to the boiler in the room behind the toilet and has been there for a few years now. Property Owner
Samantha July 2021

“Beautiful old school house you could feel the history.”

Lovely private flower filled gardens and patio.lots of lakes to swim in nearby and the stars at night magical.

- Samantha, July 2021

Delighted you enjoyed our Schoolhouse and appreciate your positive feedback. Property Owner
Catherine July 2021

“Was even better than we expected.”

Good location only missing local pub but nice little towns with very friendly people nearby Perfect for children and dogs. Plenty to do.

- Catherine, July 2021

Thank you Catherine for your nice comments. Might build a wee pub next door Property Owner
John May 2019

“Nice older property with great character Fantastic views from patio.”

Lovely owners. Very happy to recommend this property.

- John, May 2019

Glad you enjoyed your stay and thank you for your nice comments. Property Owner
Twan July 2018

“Really nice home, lots of space and beautifull view.”

There is no wifi, and it is a bit remote. But we had a beautifull vacation!

- Twan, July 2018

We realized WiFi was needed and is now installed and free Netflix also.Thanks for your positive comments.I would also like to mention that we have installed new pitch pine flooring in the kitchen and sitting room as much as we wanted to keep the original floors, they were too far gone , impossible to keep clean looking and detracted from the overall clean look of the rooms. Property Owner
Anita July 2016

“Stunning location with view to die for.”

Lovely house, very comfortable and spacious with everything you need. I'll definitely be back to Gortermone Schoolhouse!

- Anita, July 2016
Malkit July 2015

“The Old School House was spacious, charming and full of character.”

- Malkit, July 2015

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Summary

Four bedrooms: 1 x ground floor double, 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin (1 with en-suite shower, basin and WC)
Ground floor bathroom with roll top bath with hand-held shower, separate shower, basin and WC
Ground floor basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area and woodburner
Utility
Sitting room (seats 7) with open fire.
Oil central heating with open fire and woodburner
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 2 x TV with Free-to-air channels, DVD, CD/radio, selection of books and games
Fuel and power included in rent April - Sept, charged by meter reading Oct - March first 30 included in rent
Starter pack for fire and woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair
WIFI and Netflix
Off road parking for 6 cars
Lawn and decked garden with furniture
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shops and pubs 2.5 miles
Note: Property surrounded by farmland, pets must be kept under strict control at all times.

The property

Carrigallen 4 miles.

his charming, detached cottage sits in a lovely, elevated position, boasting inviting views of the surrounding greenery, located near the village of Carrigallen, Co.

Leitrim.

This delightful cottage near Carrigallen, dating from 1890, offers friends and families a traditional holiday base, retaining many character features of its original build as a village schoolhouse, with the high windows adding to the light and bright atmosphere.

Set across the ground and first floors, guests will find four comfortable bedrooms at this Carrigallen cottage, with two boasting en-suite shower rooms, along with a separate family bathroom featuring a charming roll top bath.

A wonderful open fire warms the spacious sitting room, and the sociable, well-equipped kitchen with dining area is made cosy with the help of a woodburner.

The garden, with large lawn and raised decking, provides the perfect place to relax, enjoy a home-cooked alfresco meal together and delight in the beautiful, far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside.

Take a walk or a bike ride or enjoy a pleasant drive along the winding lanes to reach the village of Carrigallen, where you will find a selection of traditional pubs and shops.

The wonderful Corn Mill Theatre and arts centre offers both professional and amateur productions and entertaining performances for a delightful evening.

Alternatively, the scenic town of Arvagh can be easily reached too.

A little further afield the Arigna Mining experience is well worth a visit or perhaps step back in time to experience life in a World War One trench at the Cavan County Museum.

The hundreds of loughs scattered across this stunning region are brimming with stock, meaning fishing enthusiasts need not venture far, and the renowned River Shannon offers excellent course and game fishing, along with some wonderful boat trips.

Venture north to discover the beautiful Dartry Mountains or enjoy a day trip in Cavan, Longford or Belturbet.

Book this quirky Carrigallen cottage for your next holiday in County Leitrim and you won't be disappointed.

About the location

CARRIGALLEN, COUNTY LEITRIM

Carrick on Shannon 22 miles; Cavan 20 miles.

The sleepy village of Carrigallen in County Leitrim is surrounded by picturesque countryside dotted by loughs, perfect for fishermen. The village is best known for the Corn Mill Theatre, a recently refurbished facility showing both professional and amateur productions. The River Shannon flows through nearby Carrick-on-Shannon, with boat cruises and water sports available. There are also numerous walking and cycling routes through the scenic and peaceful countryside. There are many towns nearby too, offering a wide range of amenities including Cavan, Longford and Belturbet.

Gortermone near Carrigallen, County Leitrim (Ref. 27798)

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Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely old property, clean, well maintained and providing all that we needed.”

“The school house is spacious, well laid out with great views of the surrounding countryside and a lake.”

“Lovely property and great space.”

“Stunning location, place has so much character.”

“Hi, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Old School.”

“Lovely character filled house with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.”

“This cottage is a lovely place to stay superb views and close to places we wanted to visit.”

“It was just lovely, located amongst stunning and beautiful countryside.”

“Charm and Character in Rural County Leitrim, Ireland: Gortermone Schoolhouse was built in 1891.”

“Very nice house, renovated with care and taste, in a beautiful countryside, in the heart of Ireland, with a very nice view on the countryside and the lakes.”

“Beautiful old school house you could feel the history.”

“Was even better than we expected.”

“Nice older property with great character Fantastic views from patio.”

“Really nice home, lots of space and beautifull view.”

“Stunning location with view to die for.”