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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at #Heronslodge #heronslodgeireland stocking up on baskets of firewood for our next guests to make it an extra special winter stay ❄️ ❄️❄️🎄🎄🎄 #discoverireland #failteireland #irelandshiddenheartlands #rooskey #roscommon #bigfamilyholidays #amazingirishvacations #selfcateringaccommodation (at Herons Lodge Ireland) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5nb5YSBnzp/?igshid=1vycmpwb71srs

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#heronslodge #heronslodgeireland are super proud to have achieved an official 4 star quality assurance rating from #failteireland #discoverireland ☘️☘️☘️☘️ #bigfamilyholidays #bookdirect #rooskey #roscommon #amazingirishvacations (at Herons Lodge Ireland) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3E2ppAhx5P/?igshid=1cd7mnm16z6os

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#heronslodge #heronslodgeireland has seen some changes! I can’t believe this is how it all started! #flashback #rooskey #roscommon #selfcateringaccommodation #discoverireland #travelireland #bigfamilyholidays #bookdirect #amazingirishvacations (at Roosky) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2Ri1_eBh8L/?igshid=3r30xyjk10rs

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Noisy spot for a picnic but we like it here and there was time for a bit of good blackberry picking there too! I feel a crumble coming on 💚💚💚 #discoverireland #ireland #killukincascadewaterfalls #carrickonshannon #heronslodge #heronslodgeireland #amazingirishvacations #irelandshiddenheartlands #bookdirect #childfriendlyholidays #dogfriendlyholidays #bigfamilyholidays (at Killukin Cascade Waterfalls) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2KE2rHBA5J/?igshid=2ydpmnw1wubb

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#Elphin is such a sweet little place to visit, full of charm and rural beauty. The #elphinwindmill is such a fascinating landmark, beautifully maintained and the guides couldn’t even more helpful #roscommon #amazingirishvacations #bigfamilyholidays #travelireland #ireland #windmills #bookdirect #heronslodge #heronslodgeireland #irelandhiddenheartlands #childfriendlyholidays #dogfriendlyholidays (at 18th Century Windmill Elphin) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2B0RM2Ba8I/?igshid=13j3xvr2u7dxv

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Beautiful 😍😍😍 #rossespoint #sligo #ireland #travelireland #hiddenheartlands #amazingirishvacations #heronslodge #heronslodgeireland #bigfamilyholidays #bookdirect #childfriendlyholidays #dogfriendlyholidays (at Rosses Point) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1_HValh6gy/?igshid=1dn9c3ocabl9d

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Messing about on the #rivershannon 🚤 🚤 #shannonriveradventure #rooskey #roscommon #hiddenheartlands #heronslodgeireland #heronslodge #bigfamilyholidays #amazingirishvacations #childfriendlyholidays (at Shannon River Adventure) https://www.instagram.com/p/B18xkPlhhk6/?igshid=1nelbt2493lwe

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Surfers paradise but these currents are not to be messed with! A visit today to beautiful #strandhillbeach, the strong currents here means you can’t swim in these waters but the kids and the dog enjoyed a good paddle in the small waves 🌊 🏄‍♂️ #Sligo #beachlife #ireland #hiddenheartlands #heronslodge #heronslodgeireland #bigfamilyholidays #bookdirect #amazingirishvacations #travelireland #childfriendlyholidays #dogfriendlyholidays (at Strandhill Beach) https://www.instagram.com/p/B16aN56hzye/?igshid=1ue7dqkck482i

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A great trip to @arignaminingexperience and a fascinating tour around the mines learning all about the history of the mines and the workers. Our guide, Jimmy kept us captivated by tales of the working mine! A spectacular view at the top of the mountain too! A great day out ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️ #arignamines #ireland #heronslodge #heronslodgeireland #bigfamilyholidays #roscommon #arigna #amazingirishvacations #childfriendlyholidays (at Arigna Mining Experience) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1322KxBjIx/?igshid=1gkk0s2dpbth8

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Welcome to our Adventure

Speaking from experience, there are 2 reasons why you might be spending your precious time reading my *new blog;

1.You’ve been checking us out and were curious of who we are before you decide to book a stay. (Very smart by the way) Or...2. You’ve already stayed at Heron's Lodge and you had such a fantastic time you simply feel the need to stay close to us, even though your stay ended ages ago.  Don’t worry, we never forget a face and yes, we miss you already!  

Whatever the reason, I’m over the moon. As it allows us to take an extra step and really show you why Heron's Lodge one of the best places to stay in Ireland. And by us I mean Jody & John. But, before all that, let explain how Heron's Lodge came to be self catering holiday home. Some 20 years ago, my Dad, John has a crazy mid-life crisis and decided to buy a plot of land in the middle of the rural Shannon countryside (we all thought he was going mad).  He had an idea that we would live mortgage free and enjoy the beautiful country, friendly locals and amazing golf and fishing that the area had to offer.  With only a caravan in the middle of a field, his adventure began. Over time this 4 acre patch of grass was developed in to a beautiful 7 bedroom house, an additional 2 bedroom cottage, a double garage with living quarters and finally a huge, man-made lake stocked with beautiful Carp. Our family home was complete! Now, too big for Dad on his own.  He prefers the cosy quarters and we get to share the beauty of Heron's Lodge to other families to enjoy, as we once did and still do when we all get the chance to come together for a big old family knees up! We love a Sunday night pint at Weir Lodge listing to the live music with a fish & chip tea after, taking the kids to enjoy Loch Key Forest Park zip wire and tree top walk or the short drive to Sligo to enjoy the spectacular Glencar waterfall or just messing around on the beach.     We hope you can join us and enjoy some of these sites and more, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

You can check out more information on our website or sign up to our VIP List to get our very own guide of the Top 10 Things To Do In County Roscommon. Lots of love Jody & John Rous

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What a day! Some amazing memories made this summer ☀️ #shannonriveradventure #selfcateringaccommodation #heronslodge #heronslodgeireland #amazingirishvacations #rooskey #roscommon #amazingirishvacations #hiddenheartlands #ireland (at Shannon River Adventure) https://www.instagram.com/p/B19SK0rBMte/?igshid=1txfg0qvy5qhh

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Surfers paradise but these currents are not to be messed with! A visit today to beautiful #strandhillbeach, the strong currents here means you can’t swim in these waters but the kids and the dog enjoyed a good paddle in the small waves 🌊 🏄‍♂️ #Sligo #beachlife #ireland #hiddenheartlands #heronslodge #heronslodgeireland #bigfamilyholidays #bookdirect #amazingirishvacations #travelireland #childfriendlyholidays #dogfriendlyholidays

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Beautiful rainbow over the lodge 🌈 🌈 now.... where’s our pot of gold? 🦄🦄 #heronslodge #heronslodgeireland #ireland #travelireland #amazingirishvacations #bigfamilyholidays #selfcateringaccommodation #bookdirect

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https://ift.tt/2ZnKO37 #blog #heronslodgeireland #heronslodge #selfcateringaccommodation #bigfamilyholidays #travelireland #amazingirishvacations #rooskey #roscommon

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Beautiful sunset over lake kilglass tonight 😍😍😍😍 #heronslodge #heronslodgeireland #selfcateringaccommodation #bigfamilyholidays #bookdirect #discoverireland #dogfriendlyholidays #childfriendlyholidays #amazingirishvacations

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Rooskey, Roosky or Ruskey...?

Roosky, Ruskey or Rooskey….. ?

Near the point that three counties; Roscommon, Leitrim and Longford meet lays a village named Rooskey. Its Irish meaning is “Swamp” or “bog” but don’t let that put you off! It’s quite the opposite, sat directly on the majestic River Shannon, Rooskey is utterly charming.  Its picture perfect view of the river and bridge as you enter the village leaves an impression on all visitors.

A walk along the river is always one of my favourite pastimes, especially when the sun is shining. Watching the boats and wildlife is so relaxing, just find a bench and watch the Shannon world go by.  

For a real feel of Rooskey, pay a visit to Reynolds Bar, landlord Peter will be sure to give you quite the welcome and like a true local publican he can, and will, regale you with stories of Rooskey from past to present and the colourful people that live here.

Just next door, Weir Lodge is our favourite place to go on a Friday and take in the live music session, a good time is always had by all that go along to watch local singers, musicians and dancers perform in this relaxed, informal atmosphere.  It’s refreshingly simple evening of fun, and nobody takes it too seriously.      

For eating out for lunch or dinner the Brandywell offers a very reasonably priced meal and Cox’s Steakhouse never disappoints us.  There is a fish & chip and Chinese takeaway and a lovely little coffee shop at the Tighe Centra Shop, where you can stock up on all the supplies you will need.

This unspoilt village has been our home for over 20 years and it’s seen some changes during that time, but remains still, the heart of Heron’s Lodge.