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Lisdoonvarna, County Clare

So... what's on in Lisdoonvarna?

Lisdoonvarna hosts an annual Matchmakers Festival and draws singles from all over the world.

Each year, during the month of September, this small village on the western coast of Ireland offers a quest for the romance holy grail to hordes of lonely souls - the capturing of an Irish heart. Ah, 'tis a prize indeed.

Hormones run high during Lisdoonvarna's month of revelry and the locals grit their teeth while they stoically (and sometimes not so stoically) endure the debauchery.

If you wish to attend the festival, do make your plans early because accommodations in the village of Lisdoonvarna fill up quickly and you'll want to be in the mix of things when the activities begin.

The Matchmaker Festival is a spectacle to behold.

Women and men from all over the world flock to this bedlam in the centre of the haunting Burren to find the charms of an Irishman or the love of an Irish woman.

Unfortunately, many a lass may turn over a few limestone rocks to find only bog farmers who are overly-sensitive to bathing and these ladies soon discover they have set their sights a bit high.

In disappointment, they then focus their amorous attentions on fellow pilgrims who are, likewise, finding it's practically impossible to capture the heart of a beautiful Irish girl in Lisdoonvarna... in September.

This is the irony of Lisdoonvarna's Matchmaking Festival.

Any decent match with a real Irish person is better made in the pubs of Ennis or strolling along the beach in Lahinch because no self-respecting Irishman or Irishwoman would ever find himself or herself anywhere near Lisdoonvarna during the month of September.

The Matchmaker Festival is sort of a Brigadoon gone terribly terribly wrong.

However the lovely town of Lisdoonvarna is in the centre of the Burren and well worth the trip at any time of the year.

There are a number of pubs with traditional Irish music and the local B&B's will treat you like the kings and queens you are. Lisdoonvarna also has the only natural spa water in Ireland.

On the other hand, if you're wanting to settle for a smile with no teeth or you'd like to meet lots of other lonely travellers (and we do mean travellers), by all means, visit Lisdoonvarna in September and beat yourselves up at the Festival.

Fair play to the bog farmers for seizing their opportunity.

The truth of it is, you'll be in Ireland, lads, so there's always the Guinness.

To be fair, the festival, itself, is brilliant, really. There will be dancing and horse racing and a great opportunity for mingling with singles from all over the world.

Places to stay in and around Lisdoonvarna

Rosruadh HouseGrove Cottages
Lisdoonvarna
Kilshanny

These old style Irish cottage lodgings have been recently renovated. Rosruadh cottage has five bedrooms: four double rooms and one single attic room. Grove Cottage has four double rooms.

Both are fully fitted with modern conveniences such as TV, radio, washer dryer, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, cooker, electric showers and central heating.

Both Rosruadh Cottage and Grove cottage will comfortably accommodate 8 people and can be booked on a weekly or weekend basis.

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Grovemount House, EnnistymonGrovemount House
Ennistymon

Location Grovemount House is a family run Guesthouse situated on the outskirts of Ennistymon Town.

From here you can access with ease the renowned Cliffs of Moher and the spectacular and unique Burren region. Just 5 minutes drive away from our B&B is Lahinch Championship Golf Links and Blue Flag Beach making this one of the most ideal places to stay.

Whatever is your pleasure - fishing, golfing, sightseeing or listening to the best of traditional Irish music - enjoy! and return to luxurious tranquility in Grovemount House.

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Hotel DoolinHotel Doolin
Doolin

From € 55 pps

Location: Hotel Doolin located in the heart of Doolin, traditional Irish Music and Cultural capital of Ireland, the contemporary Hotel Doolin elevates hotel accomodation in North Clare to a new level.

The village itself is situated just 7 km from the awesome 213 metre high Cliffs of Moher, 6 km from the match-making spa resort of Lisdoonvarna , 50 km from Shannon airport and 70km from Galway city.

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Bellbridge House Hotel, Miltown MalbayBellbridge House Hotel
Miltown Malbay

Location
This Luxury Three Star Hotel, ideally situated on the West Clare Coast line, overlooking the sandy beach & Spanish Point Golf Course is the perfect place to relax and unwind and allow friendly and dedicated staff to look after your every need.

Rooms
Excellent comfort can be found in our luxuriously appointed bedrooms.

The majority of these offer breathtaking views of the scenic Atlantic Ocean or the rolling hills of Spanish Point Golf Course.

Restaurant
One of the many treats the hotel has to offer is the intimate and friendly dining experience of Tides Bistro.

Here one can sample the delight of our extensive menu. The menu draws on a wide variety of local fresh produce including locally caught seafood prepared by our award-winning chefs.

Lounge/Bar
Relax & savour the atmosphere of our Traditional Irish Bar, with its cosy open fire and enjoy our delicious bar food menu served throughout the day.

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Logues Liscannor Bay, LiscannorLogues Liscannor Bay
Liscannor

Location: Situated in the picturesque fishing village of Liscannor, overlooking the bay on the rugged West Clare Coast, the newly refurbished Logue's Liscannor Hotel offers superb accommodation and quality food in an idyllic location.

This beautiful Hotel is located within easy distance of Shannon Airport, Galway, Ennis and Limerick, which makes it an ideal touring and recreational base.

The Cliffs of Moher, Doolin, the Burren and Lisdoonvarna are all within a few minutes driving and the world famous Lahinch Golf Links can even be seen from the hotel.

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The Falls Hotel, EnnistymonThe Falls Hotel
Ennistymon

From € 45 pps

Location: Nestled in it’s wooded vale beside the tumbling waters of the River Inagh, the distinctive building known today as the Falls Hotel Spa Resort conceals within it’s walls an eighteenth century mansion and a late medieval castle.

The Hotel is located near to the centre of the market town of Ennistymon.

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Fountain Court, EnnisFountain Court
Ennis

Location This guesthouse is located in a peaceful, rural setting yet only four minutes drive to Ennis.

Six excellent golf courses within short distance. Fishing, horse-riding and traditional music all within easy reach. Shannon airport 15km. Ideal base for touring the West Coast of Clare, Lahinch town, Beach and Golf Course.

The Burren occupies 50 square miles to the north of Lisdoonvarna and the Cliffs of Moher at 25km towards the west coast. Doolin near the Cliffs (famous for traditional music) has many pubs and eating houses.

Daily trips to the Aran Islands are available from Doolin Pier. (Aran is a Day trip and an extra night in a B&B is advisable.) Limerick & Shannon are approx. 30 Min drive from Ennis.

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