Ireland self catering eco cabins

COUNTRY:
Ireland
LOCATION:
Dromahair, near Sligo, County Leitrim
PRICE:
From 450 - €750 per cabin per week (sleeps 4-6)
MORE INFO:
Cabins sleep 2-7 people.
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Ireland self catering eco cabins

Ireland self catering eco cabins

How this vacation makes a difference

Our eco-cabins are revolutionary in their design. Built with timber frames, local sustainable cedar cladding, finished with eco paints and with no petrol chemicals used throughout, our accommodation is the latest in ethical construction. We use renewable energy, low energy lighting, wood stoves and solar panels for hot water.

We provide employment for local therapists, gardeners, and cleaners. At a time when Leitrim was considered the poorest and most socially deprived county in Ireland (it experienced huge loss during the successive recessions in Ireland- with the population of the entire county standing at 20,000), moving to Leitrim was considered applaudable. Starting a business was a real boost to the local economy and psyche. We have been in operation almost six years. We send a lot of business down to the village as our guests sample the Irish culture and music in the local pubs. Both ourselves and our guests use the restaurants and shops locally.

We minimise and recycle and compost our waste. We reduce water usage and collect rainwater for water plants and washing windows etc. We also have a rainwater pond for use in the event of a fire. We have The Celtic Nature Trail which educates and documents all the mythological, botanical, culinary and medicinal use of our native plants and trees. Our gardens are home to badgers, hares and foxes. The lake beneath us – Lough Nahoo is a sanctuary for wild birds.

We use no chemicals cleaning products and our gardens are totally organic. We buy our basics from the local shops and we have an organic grower who during the growing season provides a greenbox scheme to our guests and to our own kitchen.

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Ireland self catering eco cabins

Reviewed 01 Aug 2009 by Jenny Adams4 star rating

1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?


Experiencing the wonderful and underused countryside in this part of Ireland.

2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?


Always take waterproofs with you wherever you go. The weather can change in an instant. Visit Marble Arch Caves, Florence Court, Arigna Mining Experience, Strandhill, Parke's Castle, etc.

3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, and minimized impacts on the environment?


Yes. We shopped in the local shops and ate in locally owned cafes rather than global chains. We went on walks in the local area, and as the nearest shops and pubs are only 20 minutes walk away, we walked rather than drive. The Eco Lodges themselves are supremely eco-efficient.

4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?


Very enjoyable. A lovely part of Ireland with lots to do and places to visit. Not many other tourists around, which is good.

Reviewed 28 Jan 2008 by Carla McGuigan5 star rating

1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?


The complete relaxation. I have never felt so chilled, or at ease with myself. All treatments were wonderful, and the fact that the retreat was situated out on its own in the middle of the countryside ensured that our time spent there was peaceful and tranquill.

2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?


Look out for the sign posts, as the complex is quite well hidden! Make sure you bring a book or someting to do in the evenings.

3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, and minimized impacts on the environment?


We were reminded of our environmental responsibilities while we were there. Three bins were provided for non-recyclable, recyclable, and compost, and we were warned against running taps, and leving lights and electrical appliances on.

4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?


Absolutely brilliant, money well spent. Can't wait to visit again!!
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