Ballyvaughan Lodge in Ballyvaughan, County Clare, has 11 bedrooms. Each room is en suite with TVs, direct dial telephone and tea and coffee making facilities. The lodge's lounge and sun room caters for your relaxation, whether reading about the Burren or just enjoying the picture gallery. WiFi access is also available.

In the morning, start the day with breakfast. The food is locally sourced, from free range eggs to the array of summer fruits. Both continental and full breakfasts are available, inclusive of local smoked salmon, Irish cheeses, fresh juices and a selection of teas and homemade brown bread.

Spend your carefree days in the most natural environment imaginable, the Burren, including Neolithic caves, sea fishing, hill walking, cycling, the Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands.