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County Clare Charms

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Co Clare is ideal for those who relish in historical relics, prehistoric tombs and unique landscapes.  Most noted for The Burren, a limestone rock landscape that stretches South of Galway Bay along the Western coast of Ireland, and the world renouned Cliffs of Moher.  This famous tourist destination is a five-mile line of cliffs stretching down the coast marked by the vantage point of O’Brien’s Tower.  Co Clare draws travelers to marvel at the rich history and rustic charm of villages like Doolin, Kilkee and Lahinch, perfect holiday home locations.  Here travelers have the opportunity to experience what life was like in Ireland many years ago.  Complete with thatched cottages, small stonewalls and narrow winding laneways, these small quaint villages are a must see for every visitor.  Located on the West coast of Ireland, Clare's boundaries are defined by water -- the Atlantic to the West, Lough Derg along the North East and the River Shannon to the South and East.  The population of 110,000 speaks mainly English, and their reputation for good Irish music and warm hospitality entices travelers to relax and stay awhile.

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Holiday in County Mayo and experience an Irish Cottage.

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When you're looking to buy or rent a holiday home in Mayo there are many quaint villages to choose from such as Westport, Castlebar Ballinrobe and Achill Island.  County Mayo is located on the West Coast of Ireland, adjacent to places such as Sligo, Roscommon and Galway.  County Mayo is quite scenic, and contains hills and lakes, along with the breathtaking coastline.  The largest island off the Irish coast, Achill Island, is part of County Mayo.  There are also renowned fishing destinations in Mayo. Due to particularly high levels of emigration out of the area, Mayo lost nearly half its population between the time of the potato famine from 1840s to 1901.  1971 saw an all time low population of 109,525, though people have gradually been lured back due to Mayo's uncommon beauty and leisure activities, friendly people, folk music traditions and lively pubs.

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County Galway Holiday Homes

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Galway County sits along the West coast of Ireland at the mouth of the River Corrib, and contains one of Europe's fastest-growing cities, Galway City. County Galway is the second largest county in Ireland behind County Cork, with nearly 6,000 square kilometers in area, and 132,000 inhabitants.  Holiday homes in Galway are becoming more and more popular because of preservation of old world Irish charm, folk tradition, and stunning scenic beauty, including the storied Aran Islands.  The area of South Connemara occupied by Galway County combines the excitement of an urban hotspot with the authenticity of "Gaeltachta," a place which has always kept Irish as its first language, and its cultural history alive and well.

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Getting to know your holiday home in Roscommon County.

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Roscommon County is the eleventh largest county of Ireland’s thirty-two counties and is located within the province of Connaught.  Roscommon County is 2,452 square kilometers in size and encompasses towns such as Boyle, Elphin, Strokestown, and others.  The population of Roscommon County is over 51,000 people and the economy of the area is powered by the agricultural industry.  The name Roscommon comes from a combination of “Ros” meaning gentle terrain with trees and “Conman” who was a famous Irish saint. Roscommon is truly an appropriate name for the area because it has beautiful terrain with trees including a preserved forest.

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