About the Homestay

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Located in the Midlands of Southern Ireland, our home and holistic centre provides a peaceful and welcoming environment. You are invited to come and stay, whether you wish to use the accommodation as a retreat or for a holiday setting or a stop over whilst travelling etc.

We offer a tranquil setting where you can escape from the distractions of modern day life. Our aim is to provide a calm and quiet environment, suitable for relaxation and retreat.

ABOUT THE ACCOMMODATION:
We have a choice of guest accommodation:
We have five bedrooms and a self contained apartment available. These consist of:
~ a family bedroom with a double bed and a set of bunk beds (sleeps up to 4 people)
~ a bedroom with a double bed and a single bed (sleeps up to 3 people)
~ two twin bedded rooms
~ a single bedroom
- plus a self contained apartment next to the house that sleeps up to 4 people.

AMENITIES:
Kitchenette available for making snacks & drinks.
Local Gym 5 minute drive away.
There are no local amenities (e.g. shops etc) or public transport in the village. You need your own transport to travel anywhere.

The centre is designed to create a tranquil peaceful setting and is ideal for personal retreat. For this reason there is no TV, radio, WiFi etc.

ABOUT THE AREA & LOCATION:
Set in a rural environment it is an ideal location for a relaxing break, a retreat, a walking holiday or as a stop-over whilst exploring Ireland. We are a short walk from Donamon Castle (built in the 12th Century and one of the oldest inhabited castles in Europe). The river Suck is also a short walk away (making it an attractive location for a fishing holiday).

FACILITIES AVAILABLE:
Guests have use of the facilities including:
~ our holistic centre with a comfortable relaxation lounge area (not available when workshops, courses or other events are being held there).
~ kitchenette area with kettle, toaster, microwave, where guests can make themselves hot & cold drinks, snacks etc.
~ a wide selection of self-help, well-being and motivational books from our library

Please note that the self-contained apartment is heated by a solid fuel stove and the kitchen has a gas cooker that uses bottled gas. We provide a 'starter pack' of fuel. Guests using this accommodation are responsible for purchasing replacement gas bottles and solid fuel or we can provide this (additional charge applies).
The communal area in the main building is also heated by a solid fuel stove. We provide a 'starter pack' of fuel. Guests using this accommodation are responsible for purchasing replacement fuel or we can provide this (additional charge applies).

Although we are situated in a tranquil, rural location we are a short drive from Roscommon town (approx 15km) and a number of tourist attractions such as Rathcroghan Heritage Centre, Castlecoote House, Elphin Windmill and museum, Strokestown Famine Museum, Athlone (where you can take a boat trip down the River Shannon, take in a show at the Deane Theatre and avail of the shopping in the town centre).

As our aim is to create a peaceful and quiet setting, there are no radios, TV's in the rooms.

We ask guests to remove their shoes when entering, so please bring slippers / indoor footwear with you.

Additional Info

Parking is available at the property. As we are located in a rural setting there is no local public transport services. We are happy to collect guests from Roscommon Railway Station, Athlone Coach / Railway Station or Knock Airport (by prior arrangement).

Bedrooms available for booking

Minimum stay is for 1 night

Maximum stay is for 29 nights

Available for given dates

Long stay? If you have a reoccuring schedule where days in the week do not require accommodation, you can unselect those days below. This will inform the host and reduce the price of your stay.

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Single Bedroom
From 40 per night
Single Room
Sleeps 1

Bathroom shared (with family / other guests)
1 Single Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

Single Bedroom. Shower room and toilet just outside the bedroom. This in a shared room. Kitchenette area is available for you and other guests to use for breakfast, drinks etc.

Facilities
  • Closet / Wardrobe
  • Bedside Locker / Nightstand
  • Fridge
 1 guest
Nightly Price
45
Weekly Price
280
Self Contained Apartment (sleeps 4)
From 56 per night
Family Room
Sleeps 4

Bathroom private (exclusive to guest)
2 Single, 1 Pull-Out Sofa Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

Ground floor self contained apartment with own entrance. ~ Twin Bedroom (sleeps 2) ~ Lounge / sitting room with Bed Settee (sleeps 2) ~ Bathroom and separate toilet ~ Kitchen

Facilities
  • Closet / Wardrobe
  • Bedside Locker / Nightstand
  • Mirror
  • Fridge
 1 guest
2+ Guests
Nightly Price
95
95
Weekly Price
395
395
Double Bedroom (Sleeps 2)
From 50 per night
Double Room
Sleeps 2

Bathroom ensuite (within room)
1 Double Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

Also use of sitting / kitchenette area. Please note that the kitchenette area is ideal for making a hot drink and light snack. There is a kettle, toaster, microwave and fridge.

Facilities
  • Closet / Wardrobe
  • Bedside Locker / Nightstand
  • Mirror
  • Fridge
 1 guest
2 guests
Nightly Price
60
60
Weekly Price
350
350
Twin Bedroom
From 50 per night
Twin Room
Sleeps 2

Bathroom shared (with family / other guests)
2 Single Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

Twin bedded room. Also use of sitting area / kitchenette area (with kettle, toaster and microwave & fridge but no cooker/oven) where you can make a drink and light snacks.

Facilities
  • Closet / Wardrobe
  • Bedside Locker / Nightstand
  • Mirror
  • Fridge
 1 guest
2 guests
Nightly Price
60
60
Weekly Price
350
350
Family Room sleeps 3
From 53 per night
Triple Room
Sleeps 3

Bathroom ensuite (within room)
1 Double, 1 Single Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

This family bedroom in our holistic centre has a double bed and single bed with en-suite shower room and toilet. Use of sitting / kitchenette area (which has kettle, toaster and microwave and fridge) in our Holistic Centre.

Facilities
  • Closet / Wardrobe
  • Bedside Locker / Nightstand
  • Mirror
  • Fridge
 1 guest
2+ Guests
Nightly Price
65
65
Weekly Price
375
375
Family Room (sleeps 4)
From 56 per night
Family Room
Sleeps 4

Bathroom ensuite (within room)
1 Double, 1 Bunk Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

Ground floor. ~ Double bed (sleeps 2) ~ Twin Bunk Bed (sleeps 2) ~ shower & toilet en suite Also use of the sitting area and kitchenette area which has a kettle, toaster, microwave and fridge.

Facilities
  • Closet / Wardrobe
  • Bedside Locker / Nightstand
  • Mirror
  • Fridge
 1 guest
2+ Guests
Nightly Price
75
75
Weekly Price
395
395
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About the Area

We are located in the rural village of Donamon, which is approximately 17kms from Roscommon town centre. There is no public transport to the village and you will need a car or other form of transport to get around. The nearest shop is approximately 7km away.

Meals

Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals, including a full breakfast, might incur an additional cost, if offered. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.

Included in the stay
  • Complimentary Light Breakfast
  • Use of Kitchen

House Rules

You are free to come and go as you please and to use the communal facilities in our holistic centre at your leisure providing they are not being used for other purposes. Please note that we may ask that you vacate your rooms during the day between 11am and 6pm for 'housekeeping' purposes. We ask that you clean up any crockery etc. that you may use in the kitchenette located in the main hall / relaxation area and leave all areas in a clean and tidy state after use.

If you wish to bring a pet, please contact us beforehand.

We ask that you respect the privacy of any other guests and that if you are coming or going between the hours of 10pm - 8am that you avoid making any noise that would unduly disturb others.

As our aim is to create a peaceful and quiet setting, there are no radios, TV's or WiFi. Some guests may be on 'personal retreat' and we ask that you do not make undue noise.

We ask guests to remove their shoes when entering, so please bring slippers / indoor footwear with you.

Payment:
Once you have confirmed your booking through the Homestay site, we email an invoice that you can use to pay online with a debit / credit card.

We ask that guests initially pay a 25% deposit to secure their booking and the full balance for their stay by no later than 14 working days prior to the commencement date of the booking.

Cancellation policy:
Full refund (excluding the Homestay booking fee) if you cancel giving at least 7 clear days notice prior to the commencement date of your booking.
No refund if you cancel giving less than 7 days notice.

Smoking Rules

Your host is a non-smoker.

Smoking is allowed outdoors only.

16 Reviews

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    Italy
    Age 55 - 64

    4 hearts
    September 2023

    Troppo fuori dalle rotte turistiche e difficile da raggiungere! Ray e stato gentile ma l'alloggio risultava modesto e con odore di umidita'

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Ray in ,

    I am grateful for Enzo's 4 star review. However, I am surprised by his comments.

    In his review Enzo commented 1) "Too far from the tourist routes and difficult to reach!". In the many questions Enzo asked prior to, and after booking, I explained the exact location and sent him a link to Google Maps that gave him detailed directions from Dublin Airport to my Homestay. I am located 10 minutes drive from Roscommon town and 2km off of the main road. The Eircode (postcode / zip code) that I sent to Enzo to use in Google maps brings you directly outside my Homestay. We are located near to a number of tourist attractions (some less than 15 minutes drive). I think that Enzo is referring to the fact that we are not near Connemara, which is where he and his family were heading for. I explained this to Enzo prior to him booking and explained Galway would be nearer. However, he chose to book knowing this was the case.

    2) "Ray was kind but the accommodation was modest and had a damp smell".
    I thank Enzo for acknowledging my kindness, especially as I spent much time responding to his many questions, queries etc. and was tolerant of his indecisiveness of booking, changes to the length of original booking request from 2 nights to 1 night and then change of date of booking. Even after the booking was confirmed.

    Enzo only booked one room for the 3 of them and I gave them the use of the self contained apartment instead (at no additional charge) as I felt it would give them more space, privacy and comfort. I am therefore surprised that Enzo stated the accommodation was "modest"!
    With regard to it having a "damp smell". I have had numerous guests staying in the apartment this year and none have made such a comment. I have never detected any damp smell in the apartment.

    I feel that I went out of my way to accommodate Enzo and his family but that this was not appreciated. I was disappointed that having done so, Enzo and his family left without saying goodbye and when I went into the apartment it was left in an untidy state.

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    Netherlands
    Age 55 - 64

    5 hearts
    August 2023

    Ray was very friendly and welcoming. He shared with us the history of the house and town. It was a quiet and comfortable place.

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Ray in ,

    Thank you for your lovely review Hilda, it is very kind of you and most appreciated

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    United Kingdom
    Age 55 - 64

    5 hearts
    August 2023

    We really enjoyed r stay at rays he was a great host and very helpful such a Gentleman it did the job for us but teenage girls did not like having no TV but we were away everyday but me and husband didn't mind Thankyou again Ray.

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Ray in ,

    Thank you so much for your kind review. It is much appreciated

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    India
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    June 2023

    A great host. We arrived late but he was very welcoming.I booked one room for my 4 friends but he allowed us to use two rooms.

    Thanks Ray for the hospitality .

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Ray in ,

    Thank you so much for your kind review Amiya, it is much appreciated.
    I enjoyed meeting you and your friends and thanks for choosing to stay here. You are most welcome back at anytime

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    United States
    Age 55 - 64

    5 hearts
    May 2023

    Ray was great. The rooms were clean and comfortable. This is a great way to get away from city bustle and relax.

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Ray in ,

    Thank you for your kind review Nancy. It was lovely having Beth and you stay here

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    Ireland
    Age 65 - 74

    5 hearts
    April 2023

    I have had the most relaxing stay in Dunamon. It was a late booking and I could not have been better taken care of. Ray was friendly and easy to talk with. Only eight minutes from Roscommon Racecourse it was excellently situated for my needs. My room was very spacious, as was the kitchen and the relaxing sitting area. It was clean, comfortable and inviting, and I look forward to staying again next year Please God.

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Ray in ,

    Thank you for your lovely review Maureen. It is most appreciated

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    France
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    April 2023

    We had a very good night. Ray is very available and very friendly. We are happy to have met him

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Ray in ,

    Thank you for your kind review, it is much appreciated .
    It was a pleasure to meet you both and I hope you are enjoying your time in Ireland.

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    France
    Age 18 - 24

    5 hearts
    December 2022

    This guest awarded the host 5 hearts but didn’t leave any comments.

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Ray in ,

    Many thanks Yann

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    South Korea
    Age 18 - 24

    5 hearts
    October 2022

    He is kindest person who I have ever met.

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Ray in ,

    Thanks for your lovely review Minbyoung, it is very kind of you and much appreciated

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    Ireland
    Age 45 - 54

    5 hearts
    August 2022

    Our stay at Ray's homestay was a very enjoyable experience, Ray was very welcoming and added a few little personal touches which was lovely, his little oasis is very relaxing and comfortable We couldn't have asked for better, Thank you Ray, from Julie, Sonia and Ava Rose

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Ray in ,

    Thank you Julie. It was a pleasure to meet Sonia, Ava Rose and yourself and thank you once again for choosing to stay here.

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