We have just checked out of Branchfield House in Ballymote. It has been a fantastic 5 days.
Carmen and Robert were excellent hosts. Carmen was so speedy with getting back to our enquires and nothing was a problem. We were greeted by their smiling faces on Monday and they were always on hand to answer any questions. Robert treated us to his aboriginal style bbq one evening. Roberts gardening knowledge was so extensive and the men and the boys loved hearing of how he grows grapes in Ireland.
The facilities in the house are first class. The kitchen is fully equipped with every thing you will need. The highlight for the majority of our party was the Sage coffee machine, we were told is a new feature to the house. It was put to good use while we were there.
The bedrooms are beautifully decorated and each person is treated to a robe each for their use. They are very homely and the beds are superb. A highlight for me was the beautiful bath in one of the bathrooms. I took advantage of this on one evening surrounded by candles.
The living area had enough room for our 6 adults for when the kids went to bed. We had a lovely few evenings chatting and playing board games. The stove in the living area was lit on one occasion and was a lovely addition.
Carmen and Robert kindly set up a big enough dining table for us all in the orangery which was great because we all got to sit together surrounded by Roberts growing cucumbers, grapes, tomatoes and strawberries.
Unfortunately while we were staying the weather was a bit miserable but we were all happy to relax in the house and potter around the garden when the rain stopped.
We had 2 little boys with us who loved the garden, the chickens and the wagon to roam around the garden.
Thank you so much to Carmen and Robert. Your house is a fantastic retreat to relax. The children loved their holiday and wanted to stay longer, I think they’ll be talking about Robert for a long time!