The Longford is one of Ireland’s smallest counties, and is known for fishing and water sports due to its extensive waterways. Most of Longford’s borders are formed by lakes and rivers. Longford is one of Ireland’s smallest counties, and is known for fishing and water sports due to its extensive waterways. If you are bound for golf in Ireland, Longford has a number of excellent courses.  Most of Longford’s borders are formed by lakes and rivers. If you’re keen to golf in Ireland, Longford has a number of excellent courses. Most of Longford is composed of farmlands with low hills at some places. Located in the midlands, arriving at Longford requires a bus from Dublin, Sligo or Galway. Self catering accommodation will mean you have the freedom to explore the county of Longford in your own time. Alternatively, you may just like going self-catering in Longford so you have the freedom to explore the various eateries to be found in and around the county. There are many reasons why people may choose to take a self-catering holiday in Longford rather than staying in hotels.

Above: The Allenagh Cottages have a wide selection of golf courses, while visitors may also enjoy fishing in one of the many local lakes, rivers or canal.

The Allenagh Cottages is a self catering accommodation is located close to the centre of Ireland, just outside the busy town of Longford and is part of the old Carrigglas Estate. Being in the centre of Ireland this is an ideal touring base being within driving distance of Galway or Dublin. The local town of Longford has shopping centre, cinema and a good selection of pubs and restaurants. The area around The Allenagh Cottages provides many interesting woodland walks, and the Royal Canal way which runs right through Co. Longford, is suitable for those who may not be energetic enough to travel the more challenging routes. The midlands have a wide selection of golf courses, while visitors may also enjoy fishing in one of the many local lakes, rivers or canal. The self catering accommodation has a living room, dining room and kitchen. The Allenagh Cottages has a second living room as well as a utility room. This self catering accommodation has all the facilities and amenities which include a microwave, washing machine, tumbler dryer, dish washer and freezer.

The Bunanass Cottage is self catering accommodation overlooks the River Shannon and restful evenings can be spent on the patio watching the boats go by. The Bunanass Cottage is located in the Town of Rooskey at County Longford. This self catering accommodation beautifully restored country cottage is set on a quiet country road but is just 1 mile from the busy village. Situated in Longford, it is close to the border with Roscommon and Leitrim. The Bunanass Cottage is well presented with under floor heating, and pine ceilings with recessed lighting, its aspect ensure that maximum sunlight is enjoyed at all times of the day. The cottage overlooks the River Shannon and restful evenings can be spent on the patio watching the boats go by.  This self catering accommodation overlooks the River Shannon and restful evenings can be spent on the patio watching the boats go by. The Bunanass Cottage has a open fire in the living room, Electrical cooker, microwave and Washer as well as dryer.

Above:The Ringowney Cottages has shared enclosed lawned garden with private patio and furniture.

The   Ringowney Cottages is located close to the heart of Ireland on a quiet country road; this charming restored cottage is the ideal choice for a holiday retreat which is also a perfect touring base. It is close to the large towns of Longford and Mullingar.  This self catering accommodation is beautifully presented and very well equipped and also has a second living room. This self catering accommodation  have activities available locally are Championship golf courses, and for fishing enthusiasts, coarse fishing on the Shannon at Lanesborough and Carrick-on-Shannon, or fly fishing on Lough Owel is within 30 minutes.  This self catering accommodation has a living room with wooden floor, bathroom with bath, shower cubicle and toilet.

Above: At the flagship harbour apartment one can relax in the undisturbed sleepy town of Lanesborough or take a boat on the river and fish at your leisure.

The Flagship Harbour Apartment can be a perfect venue for a rural / countryside retreats. This self catering accommodation can afford its guests a beach or lakeside relaxation. This 2 bedroomed show apartment is ideally located on the river Shannon, offering superb views of the river and the beautiful tranquil surroundings. Relax in the undisturbed sleepy town of Lanesborough or take a boat on the river and fish at your leisure. The Flagship Harbour Apartment has amenities and facilities which include the following kettle, toaster, iron, hair dryer, central heating, television, video player, satellite television, cooker, fridge, freezer and washing machine.

Above: Kilnashee House can be used as a base to explore the midlands and all it has to offer in terms of natural beauty, fishing, golfing etc.

The Kilnashee House is a self catering accommodation which has six luxury en-suite rooms. All bed-rooms come equipped with tea/coffee making facilities and flat screen TV’s with DVD players. Each has its own tastefully coordinated color scheme with orthopaedic beds in a choice of King, Queen or Double. The self catering accommodation commands a majestic panoramic view of the local countryside.  The Kilnashee House has under-floor heating throughout, with Bathrooms en-suite with power showers, Sitting Room, Private Car Park, Ironing Facility, Hair Dryers, and Broadband Internet.