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5 foods you should try on your first trip to Ireland

Black pudding – This food is what makes a fried breakfast Irish! It is made from pork/lambs blood (sorry) and oatmeal. A favourite of the nation, please do not let the ingredients put you off, it is delicious. Try it as part of a traditional Irish fry or on its own...

5 inspirational quotes we love….

Let’s hear it for the girls! Here are 5 of our favourite quotes made by some of the most influential females of the last century. “Nothing is impossible; the word itself says “I’m possible”!” – Audrey Hepburn “We can do no great things; only small things with great...

5 Christmas films that we love

TV at Christmas time is just the best! Here is a list of our top 5 Christmas films! The Muppets Christmas Carol – The re-telling of the Charles Dickens classic by Kermit and friends is one of funniest Christmas films of all time and something the whole family can...

Connemara Lettings alternative cleaning tips

Cleaning tips Connemara Lettings have compiled a list of top tips this week on alternative cleaning solutions and their uses for your home! First check if you have any of these fantastic four natural cleaners that can be found in most home cupboards; Vinegar, Salt,...

5 Irish words that are forever imprinted into our brain

Cáca Milis – Cake! Of course this word would be inprinted into our brain from childhood as, come on, what kid doesn’t love cake. Is maith liom cáca milis. A Stór – When translated to English means “My treasure (ahhh isn’t that lovely). Why even non-fluent Irish...

Scrumptious lunch time ideas!

Pumpkin soup. Here at Connemara Lettings HQ we are always looking for healthy and tasty food options for our lunches (we do like to treat ourselves sometimes too with Samantha’s fabulous baking skills). As the weather is getting colder we wanted something to warm us...

8 Reasons to visit Connemara in the winter

1: The weather in Ireland is never too cold to enjoy the scenery and all it has to offer. We can wrap up warm and head out to enjoy the clear crisp weather with beautiful blue skies and the crisp weather can often mean we get to experience nature at it’s most...

Top 10 reasons to book with us

Verified reviews – 98% of guests recommend Connemara Holiday Lettings from 546 reviews. Reviews are genuine and verified so you can rely on honest reviews. 1.Rating System Our Quality – Book with confidence: At Connemara Holiday Lettings we operate a strict...

Why we love living in Connemara

Visitors may love Connemara….but we love it more! – Beaches ...Beaches everywhere! No matter where you live in Connemara, a beautiful beach is only a short hop, skip and a jump away or at most a short 10-15 minute drive. If you grew up in Connemara, your...