Clonalis House

The approach to Clonalis House is through a set of magnificent gates along an avenue which meanders through pasture and woodland and then over looking a parkland of oak and copper beach trees, nestled in a crescent of cypress and redwood trees stands a grand Victorian residence regarded by many as one of Ireland's most important historic properties. The O'Connor family are direct descendants of the last High Kings of Ireland who were also the traditional kings of Connacht. It is said that their demesne at Clonalis is the last remnant of the ancient Kingdom of Connacht. Clonalis House was built in 1878 by Charles Owen O'Conor Don. This imposing building has 45 rooms and was built in Victorian Italianate style. Clonalis has been sensitively restored over the last decade and guests will find an elegant house with a large collection of family portraits, telling a unique and interesting story.