The Lodges are situated in the grounds of the Shannon Oaks Hotel in Portumna, Co Galway.

Spring, summer, autumn or winter you will have the opportunity to relax in the heart of the woods while staying in a luxury lodge as well as enjoying an unrivalled choice of sports and leisure facilities, health and beauty treatments, restaurants, bars, tennis and lots more.

The Lodges are the first of their kind and as soon as you arrive you will notice how they blend into the woods and sit in complete harmony with their surroundings, which include the 1,500 acre Earl of Clanricarde estate.

OCTOBER MID-TERM CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES AT SHANNON OAKS HOTEL & COUNTRY CLUB

Oakie Kids' Club will run FREE OF CHARGE from Monday 25th-Friday 29th during the October mid-term break.

PLEASE NOTE:
Kids Club activities are for 6-16yr olds only this year

Each lodge offers the following facilities:

• A  large open plan living/dining room with natural light, opening onto a private wooden deck outside.   The Lodges have a gas fire.
• Each lodge comprises five bedrooms and can accommodate up to 10 people: Downstairs 1 x double bedroom & 1 x twin bedroom which share a toilet & shower. Upstairs 1 x master double ensuite, 1 x twin & 1 x double(with small double 4ft bed) and main bathroom.
• The fully equipped kitchen features oven/hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and all the necessary kitchen utensils and crockery.
• Washer/dryer, hairdryers, storage room, Cable TV, bed linen and towels are also included.
• Please note that although there is ample sleeping capacity for 10 people, the dining room and sitting room have been fitted out with enough furniture and supplies to accommodate up to 6 people.

Heating & electricity are an additional charge, payable onsite on your departure.

The Castlegates Restaurant: 

Perfectly appointed for either a leisurely breakfast or sumptuous evening meal

The Idle Hour Pub:

Well known for its "craic" is one of the most popular in the area. Regular live entertainment together with a fantastic selection of pub food is on offer.

The Upper Deck Bistro:

Casual & relaxed with a great wine list & exciting food.

LEISURE FACILITES AT THE SHANNON OAKS HOTEL:

• Indoor heated swimming pool
• Jacuzzi
• Steam Room
• Fully equipped gym
• Bird Watching
• Nature trails
• Lake-land Walks

ASTROTURF CLOSED.

LEISURE CHOICES NEARBY:

Holidays are for pampering yourself.  They allow you time to give your body time to recover from the stresses & strains of everyday life.  As well as the fabulous onsite leisure facilities, the woods surrounding the Hotel & Lodges are criss-crossed with pathways & cycle tracks which are perfect for jogging, cycling or just strolling amongst the wildlife. Other activities available locally include:

• Golf
• Fishing
• Horse Riding & lessons
• Hunting
• Trekking
• Shooting (& Clay pigeon shooting)
• Kart Racing
• Canoeing
• Shannon Cruises
• Pitch & Putt
• Lake Boating- Carrick Craft in Banagher (057 915 1187) hire to individuals for €130/day or €80 for ½ day hire. Maximum of 5 pax.
• Picnic spots

IF YOU'RE CHOSEN DATES ARE UNAVAILABLE AT THE LODGES, BE SURE TO CHECK OUT THE 2-Bedroomed Apartments WHICH ARE ALSO ON THE GROUNDS OF THE SHANNON OAKS HOTEL

DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO THE SHANNON OAKS HOTEL & COUNTRY CLUB

FROM DUBLIN
Take the N7/M7 Naas, Limerick road from Dublin. Proceed on N7 bypassing Naas and join M7 bypassing Newbridge, Portlaoise, rejoining N7 at Mountrath. Proceed on N7 through Borris-in-Ossory entering Roscrea. Take N62 from Roscrea towards Birr. From Birr, follow R489 signposted Portumna.  Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.

FROM LIMERICK
Take the N7 Dublin Road from Limerick. At Nenagh follow the signs for Birr and then Portumna N52 through to Borrisokane. Take the N65 signposted Portumna. Approximately 1.5 hours.

FROM BELFAST
Take the M1 in the direction of Dublin onto the A1 to Newry. Then take the N1 signposted Castleblaney, Dundalk and the N52 towards Mullingar. Follow the signs for Tullamore and on to Birr. From here take the N62 in the direction of Roscrea. Turn right onto the N52 again in the direction of Nenagh through to Riverstown where you branch right onto the R489 (signposted Portumna). Take the N65 to Portumna. Approximately 4 hours.

GPS/Sat Nav co-ordinates

Position: 0.3KM WSW of Portumna - N5305.45, W00813.45

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