Lough Derg Holiday Houses - Fishing & Accomodation : County Clare, Ireland : fishing holidays

Lough Derg Holiday Houses - Fishing Holidays & Accomodation in Ireland

The holiday accommodation at Lough Derg Holiday Houses comprises three houses which are set in 30 acres nestling right on the shores of Lough Derg. Excellent rates for 2011 starting from £400 per house per week.

Lough Derg is the largest lake on the river Shannon. The lake is a natural mixed fishery offering superb pike and coarse fishing. There are many islands and sheltered bays near to the accommodation that offer interesting and exciting places for fishing. Bream, Tench, Rudd, Roach, Perch and Pike can be fished from a lake boat. The lake is rated a top water for record weight pike. There is excellent pike and coarse fishing close to this accommodation with several remote shore and island swims nearby.

The holiday accommodation comprises three houses which are set in 30 acres nestling right on the shores of Lough Derg. Guests simply walk to the end of the garden to start fishing. There is a private pier and also bait fridges and tackle storage are supplied. Each house sleeps up to 6 people.

The holiday houses are ideally located for visiting the many wonderful tourist attractions in Clare, Limerick and Galway. The Burren, The Ailwee Caves as well as Bunratty Castle and Folkpark are among the most popular visitor attractions in the area. There is also a golf course and horse riding centre near the accomodation. Galway City and Limerick City are both under one hours drive.

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Fishing at Lough Derg Holiday Houses includes:

Excellent Pike and Coarse Fishing in this area
Lake shore accommodation
Pier at the end of the garden
19ft Anglers Fancy lake boats
Bait fridges
Tackle storage
Pre-baited swims for coarse anglers
Several remote shore and island swims in this area
Local guides available
Complete flexibility in relation to when you fish
No fishing license/permit required

Fishing at Lough Derg Pike Fishing

There is very good pike fishing around the Whitegate and Mountshannon area and pike can be caught here most of the year. There are several large bays that are ideal for pike fishing north and south of Lough Derg Holiday Houses.

Pike to over 20lbs (9.07kg) are regularly produced in this area and the occasional 30 lbs + (13.06kg) fish is possible. Lough Derg is ideal for anglers that enjoy the challenge of wild fishing. Most popular methods of fishing for pike include lure fishing and dead baiting.

A combination of drifting dead baits behind the boat whilst casting lures to the front of the boat will cover the water and present the Pike with two different bait options.

Coarse Fishing

There is very good general coarse fishing with excellent swims north and south of the houses. These swims yield good catches of bream, roach, rudd and hybrids. We have located several remote shore and island swims close to our houses that are ideal for coarse fishing in this area.

Anglers are provided with boats to reach these island swims and then fish from platforms. For more information on coarse fishing please read Steve and Nigels information in the section below.

Fishing at Lough Derg Shore Fishing

Williamstown harbour is 1km from our houses and is a good spot for shore fishing. Also, there are some purpose built fishing stands in Twomilegate near Killaloe.

In addition to this there is very good bank fishing on many of the stretches of the river Shannon above and below Portumna. The river is very deep here and with good coarse fishing match stretches all the way to Meelick Weir.

Portumna is less than a 30 minute drive from Whitegate.

2 Holiday houses available

2 self catering holiday homes available on the shores of Lough Derg

Both of the holiday houses comfortably sleep 6 people.

Two of the bedrooms are en suite, whilst the third is accompanied by a bathroom in the hall. These houses are ideally located for visiting the many wonderful attractions in counties Clare, Galway and Limerick. Mountshannon village is located just over 10 minutes away. The living room is beautifully decorated with a wood-burning stove. The modern country style kitchen has a dishwasher, microwave and all other mod cons.

General:

Large wood burning stove in living room
Large garden with direct lake shore access
Washing machine & dryer
Bed linen and towels are included
Electricity and heating metered
Bed linen and towels are provided
Electricity and heating metered

Boat:

19' lake boats available to hire
Pier and direct lake access
Bait fridge and tackle storage available

Holiday lodge available

Lodge available on the elevated site with stunning views of Lough Derg.

Enjoy this delightful location on the shore of Lough Derg, just 2 km outside Whitegate village in Co. Clare. This beautiful house is close to the local golf course, pubs and restaurants, and it makes a superb base for a family holiday. Tucked away from the road, with a large garden to the front, it is spacious and comfortable, with an open fire, cosy dining-room and well-equipped kitchen. The area is perfect for swimming, fishing and mountain walks, and is ideally situated for touring, with easy access to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, The Cliffs of Moher and The Burren.

The Lodge sleeps 6 people.

General:

Spacious Living room with open fire
Dining-room and separate Kitchen
Double bedroom, twin-bedroom and single bedroom
This house has two bathrooms
Washing Machine & tumble dryer
Bed linen and towels are provided
Electricity and heating metered

Boat:

19' lake boats available to hire
Pier and direct lake access
Bait fridge and tackle storage available

The Cliffs of Moher

The majestic Cliffs of Moher stand against the might of the Atlantic Ocean. O’Brien’s Tower is located on the highest cliff and is an exceptional viewing point. The Cliffs can be visited daily, year-round. O Brien’s tower open daily, March to October. Visitor centre open year round. Boat trips can be taken along the cliffs.

Bunratty Castle

The Castle is the most complete and authentic medieval fortress in Ireland. Built in 1425 it was restored in 1954 to its former medieval splendour and now contains mainly 15th and 16th century furnishings, tapestries, and works of art which capture the mood of those times. Today, the castle stands peacefully in delightful grounds. Admission charge.

Killaloe Heritage Centre

Regal Killaloe, once the capital of Ireland as the 11th century seat of heroic King Brian Boru is at the south-west tip of Lough Derg.

The heritage centre comprises a tourist information office, crafts centre and an exhibition tracing the history of Killaloe from the 10th century to the present day including it's strong nautical links with Lough Derg, the largest of the River Shannon Lakes.

Aillwee Cave, Ballyvaughan

Discovered by Jack McCann, a local farmer, in 1944, the 1000 feet long cave is one of the oldest of the Burren Caves having formed millions of years ago. Guided tours, lasting 30 minutes, allow you to observe beautiful caverns, bridged chasms, underground waterfalls, weird mineral formations and the hibernation chambers of brown bears which have been extinct in Ireland for centuries.

Facilities include a restaurant, craft shop, information desk and outside, 'The Hazelwood' crafts village.

Bunratty Folk Park

Within the grounds of Bunratty Castle is Bunratty Folk Park where 19th century life is vividly recreated. Set on 26 acres, the impressive park features over 30 buildings in a ‘living’ village and rural setting.

Meet and chat with the Bean an Ti (Woman of the House) and various street characters including the Policeman and Schoolteacher who give the site its sparkle.

It’s a wonderful experience for adults and children alike with something for everyone to enjoy!. Traditional crafts of an earlier age may be observed in action basket weaving, candle making and the home-baking of bread. A collection of early agricultural machinery is also on show.

Portumna Castle

The impressive castle at Portumna was the seat of the Clanricarde Burkes, for so long the most important landowners in County Galway. It was completed c. 1617 by Richard Burke, 4th Earl of Clanricarde, but was accidentally destroyed by fire in 1826. The Office of Public Works has been involved in its restoration in recent times.

Craggaunowen

Craggaunowen is where Celtic life is brought to life! Ireland’s original prize-winning centre dedicated to interpreting Ireland’s Pre-historic and early Christian eras. Exhibits range from Bronze Age homesteads to Celtic Chieftain’s residences. Craggaunowen houses the Brendan boat - the leather hulled boat which Tim Severin sailed across the Atlantic to prove that Irish Monks made the journey long before Columbus.

Knappogue Castle, near Quin

Originally a MacNamara stronghold, (built 1467). Restored in the 19th century by Lord Dunboyne. The castle passed to the Land Commission in the late 1920s and was re-sold in 1966. The new owner refurbished the interior in 15th century style. The castle is open to visitors and medieval banquets are served from March to October. Admission charge.

Birr Castle Demesne and Historical Science Centre

Birr Castle, Co. Offaly Includes one of the most amazing gardens in the country with Formal Garden and River Garden. It is a parkland with thousands of rare trees and plants collected all over the world, rivers, a lake and waterfall.

In the grounds is the Great Telescope, built by the third Earl of Rosse in the 1840s. It was the largest in the world for 70 years. The Historic Science Centre is a superb visit. It contains astronomical instruments, cameras, photographs and photographic equiptment used by the third and fourth Earls and Mary, Countess of Rosse, in the middle and late 1800s.

The Rock of Cashel

One of the most spectacular archeological sites in Ireland. It sits on the outskirts of Cashel on a large mound of limestone bristling with ancient fortifications. Mighty stone walls encircle a complete round tower, a roofless abbey, a 12th century Romanesque chapel, and numerous other buildings and high crosses. The Rock of Cashel is composed four structures which are the Hall of the Vicars Choral, the cathedral, the round tower, and Cormac's Chapel. Hore Abbey is about one kilometer north at the base of the rock.

Tipperary Crystal Design Centre

Situated in Birdhill, the Design Centre boasts a magnificent display of Tipperary Crystal on the ground floor whilst in the Food Hall, a mouth-watering array of fine preserves, chutneys, oils and hand-made chocolates are available to tempt one and all.

The Gift Department on the first floor offers a mix of Irish made products including Eden Pottery, Newbridge Cutlery and Jewellery, Linen, Rhynhart Bronze, Louise Kennedy Clothing, Scarves, Soaps and Candles. The choices are endless.

The Burren

The unique diversity of the Burren's flora has constantly attracted much attention and is at its best about mid-May or a little later.

Its extraordinary rock formations, spreading over 500 sq km, have been refereed to by many observers including General Ludlow, who led Cromwellian forces to Limerick and Clare in 1651 as "a lunar landscape". The Limestone pavements are a direct result of glaciation and erosion. The area is rich in megalithic tombs and ring forts steeped in antiquity.

In the picturesque village of Kilfenora, The Burren Centre gives the visitor an introduction to the visual delights and ancient mysteries which await to be discovered in this unspoiled corner of Ireland.

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Whitegate Village

Come into Whitegate village and turn left. Go to top of hill and go right Travel this road for approx 2 km until you come to "The Ashtree Crossroads". Take the right turn at this cross roads. Approx. 1.5km you will come to another small crossroads with a white cottage. Take the road to the left. Our houses are the second entrance on the right.

From Dublin

The best approach from Dublin is to take the N7 heading towards Limerick, at Roscrea follow signs to Birr. As you get to Birr take the turning for Portumna. At Portumna continue straight through the main street and follow the signs for Mountshannon, which will keep you on the main road to Whitegate.

From Galway

From Galway, take the N6 to Loughrea, at Loughrea turn right onto the N65 to Portumna. Turn right onto the main road at Portumna, following the signs for Mountshannon, which will keep you on the main road to Whitegate.

From Cork

Travel to Limerick on the N20 from Cork. At Limerick take the N7 (Dublin) as far a Birdhill. Take first left after Birdhill for Killaloe, then carry on past Scariff and through Mountshannon. Whitegate is just 4.5 Km past Mountshannon.

Travelling to Ireland:

Travelling to Ireland by Air:

Shannon airport is the closest airport and is a 45 minute drive. Both Aerlingus and Ryanair fly into Shannon airport. Alternatively, Dublin airport will offer more choice of routes and is a 3.5 hour drive.

Travelling to Ireland by Ferry

Most anglers travelling from the UK to Ireland take their own car on ferries. There are 14 ferries operating on the Irish Sea with a mixture of fast craft and the more traditional style super-ferries. The sailing time can be less than two hours from Holyhead and Stranraer but the Norfolk Line sailing from Liverpool Birkenhead docks to Dublin has become a popular overnight crossing leaving at 10pm and arriving at 6am.

Ferry routes to Ireland:

Liverpool to Dublin
www.poferries.com

Fishguard to Rosslare:
www.stenaline.com

Holyhead to Dublin
www.irishferries.com

Swansea to Cork
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Pembroke to Rosslare
www.irishferries.com

Cairnryan to Larne
www.poferries.com