Ooooo, Look At That !
Thursday, December 14, 2006
Claremorris, County Mayo, Ireland
Seeing as we have two more days before we check into Louisburg, we decided to head South to Claremorris on the N17. OOOOOO, look at that, was the phrase we uttered around every bend! The last thing this place needs is more rain, but more we got. Two short hours later we arrived in Claremorris, popped in to meet Laura of Sherry Fitzgerald, (with whom we have an appointment next Monday to see the “Mist Haven” property nearby. She’s so busy she couldn’t assist us before then. This area is booming!
Checked into the Dalton Inn, parked directly in front, and took our bags to room #4 (a trend, room #4). Up the stairs, and then more stairs (no lift!). We overlook the corner of Main St. and another road, through beautifully leaded windows. We like the place so much we told the front desk we’ll be here tomorrow as well.
We have wireless access from the main floor. We’re sitting in plush leather chairs at a window table. I’m actually facing a shop called “Danai Boutique” housed in a beautiful stone building on the corner, across the street. The smells are divine from the kitchen and the posted menu looks superb. Their chef is reportedly world-renowned. The pastries on the menu sound exceptional (and homemade butterscotch sauce!!!!).
Dressed in appropriate gear, we took a walk to explore the town. The Old Arch Inn and Bistro beckoned us and in we went. Being noon, we were the first customers of the day. We were “forced” to sit by the fire ‘til our table was ready. Wonderful trompe loile covered the walls and the server, Anne, may have been the proprietor. She has lived in the Cayman Islands and California, and returned to Ireland last year.
Kevin enjoyed the Old Arch Inn Special, grilled chicken, mozzarella, Irish bacon, red onion on a bap, with half salad, half chips. I ordered the starter Cajun chicken Ceasar salad. We were both thoroughly delighted with our lunch.
Kevin Here. First of all I’d like to thank every single on of our loyal readers, who have sent us comments (simply by clicking on the word comments in the blog). So thank You Joyce and thank you Meagan.
Clairemorris is really a wonderful town. It’s a city, but not as congested as others we’ve been to such as Athlone. The main street, where we are staying, is just chock-a-block with shoppes. Right now, I am writing this from the lobby of the Dalton Inn, comfortably ensconced in a large red leather wingback chair. Through the diamond patterned leaded glass window in front of me I see Danai Boutique, The Europa Bar, Merricks Shoe Shop, Galmorize handbags and such and McEllin Travel. There are dozens and dozens more in each direction. This is truly the diametric opposite of the shopping mall, and I love it.
Yes, it is raining and cool. But it is almost always a light rain, none of that waterfall like rain we get in Florida. Renee and I don’t mind the weather at all and though the locals complain about it, they don’t sound very convincing, it’s more to make conversation.
Oh, I just came out of O’Briens Chemist, I’ve had my first little headache and the Chemist fixed me right up. It is amazing, they asked your symptoms, your allergies and give you there recommendation. Oh, and the headache is gone.
That’s all for now.
Kevin and Renee
Claremorris, County Mayo, Ireland
Seeing as we have two more days before we check into Louisburg, we decided to head South to Claremorris on the N17. OOOOOO, look at that, was the phrase we uttered around every bend! The last thing this place needs is more rain, but more we got. Two short hours later we arrived in Claremorris, popped in to meet Laura of Sherry Fitzgerald, (with whom we have an appointment next Monday to see the “Mist Haven” property nearby. She’s so busy she couldn’t assist us before then. This area is booming!
Checked into the Dalton Inn, parked directly in front, and took our bags to room #4 (a trend, room #4). Up the stairs, and then more stairs (no lift!). We overlook the corner of Main St. and another road, through beautifully leaded windows. We like the place so much we told the front desk we’ll be here tomorrow as well.
We have wireless access from the main floor. We’re sitting in plush leather chairs at a window table. I’m actually facing a shop called “Danai Boutique” housed in a beautiful stone building on the corner, across the street. The smells are divine from the kitchen and the posted menu looks superb. Their chef is reportedly world-renowned. The pastries on the menu sound exceptional (and homemade butterscotch sauce!!!!).
Dressed in appropriate gear, we took a walk to explore the town. The Old Arch Inn and Bistro beckoned us and in we went. Being noon, we were the first customers of the day. We were “forced” to sit by the fire ‘til our table was ready. Wonderful trompe loile covered the walls and the server, Anne, may have been the proprietor. She has lived in the Cayman Islands and California, and returned to Ireland last year.
Kevin enjoyed the Old Arch Inn Special, grilled chicken, mozzarella, Irish bacon, red onion on a bap, with half salad, half chips. I ordered the starter Cajun chicken Ceasar salad. We were both thoroughly delighted with our lunch.
Kevin Here. First of all I’d like to thank every single on of our loyal readers, who have sent us comments (simply by clicking on the word comments in the blog). So thank You Joyce and thank you Meagan.
Clairemorris is really a wonderful town. It’s a city, but not as congested as others we’ve been to such as Athlone. The main street, where we are staying, is just chock-a-block with shoppes. Right now, I am writing this from the lobby of the Dalton Inn, comfortably ensconced in a large red leather wingback chair. Through the diamond patterned leaded glass window in front of me I see Danai Boutique, The Europa Bar, Merricks Shoe Shop, Galmorize handbags and such and McEllin Travel. There are dozens and dozens more in each direction. This is truly the diametric opposite of the shopping mall, and I love it.
Yes, it is raining and cool. But it is almost always a light rain, none of that waterfall like rain we get in Florida. Renee and I don’t mind the weather at all and though the locals complain about it, they don’t sound very convincing, it’s more to make conversation.
Oh, I just came out of O’Briens Chemist, I’ve had my first little headache and the Chemist fixed me right up. It is amazing, they asked your symptoms, your allergies and give you there recommendation. Oh, and the headache is gone.
That’s all for now.
Kevin and Renee
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