House Overview

The Convent house is ideally situated on the banks of Sneem estuary with four acres of private garden. The house has seven en-suite bedrooms, a large lounge with two fire-places for the enjoyment of our guests and private dining room. The house has kept the integrity of its origins while reaming a modern and comfortable retreat, filled with antique clocks and old books. Leap the fence at the southern end of the garden and you land in award winning garden of the senses, a community developed garden whose primary function is to be enjoyed.

All bedroom include a queen orthopaedic bed which can be twinned if required dressed in traditional wool blankets and crispy white linens, inviting armchairs power shower and hairdryer.

Sneem pier is but a few steps further on. Stroll along the peaceful river walk which runs through the grounds of the house and you ramble into the multi-award winning pyramid garden, an enigmatic and beautifully designed sculpture garden by renowned artist James Scanlon. Although the Convent house is in the centre of Sneem village, it is an oasis of tranquility.

Electricity is included in the rate but Oil for heating is extra. Oil is meter-read and payable on departure.