Introduction:
Trawnish Lodge is wrapped in the folds of the hills as they curve down to the shores of Lough McNean, in this unspoilt area of the Fermanagh lakelands in the West of Ireland.

This charming lakeside retreat is a part of the backdrop to the beautiful Fermanagh lakelands. Lough McNean and the surrounding area is ideal for both coarse and game fishing enthusiasts and is an ideal base for a fishing holiday.

There are a multitude of other activities from walking and cycling, caving and potholing to sailing, canoeing wind surfing and golfing, all available locally. The lodge is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with a spectacular panoramic view.

Local attractions include the historic town of Enniskillen with the Ardhowen Theatre, shopping malls and night life; as well as the Marble Arch Caves, Corralea Water Sports & Activity Center and many beautiful National Trust estates.

Location:
Trawnish Lodge, Drumkeenagh, Belcoo BT93 5EJ, Co. Fermanagh, Northern. Ireland.

Contact:
Phone: Rosemarie Gilchrist on 02866 386129
Fax: 02866 386129
website: www.tranquilretreats.co.uk
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The Lodge:
The lodge is a cedar wood log cabin.  It is small and comfortable with two bedrooms, one with two bunks and one with a double bunk below and a single above.  Ideal for 4 people but could cope with five.  The main room has an open fire, settee, and dining table. A small kitchen with gas cooker and fridge and a bathroom with bath, basin and toilet. 

The large covered veranda has an additional dining table and some comfortable chairs for outdoor eating and enjoys a spectacular view over Lough MacNean and the tree-covered hills which run down to its shores.  There is plenty of parking and a path leads down to the lakeside beach.

The property is very rural and surrounded by small farms and rolling hills.   The owners live in the thatched property next door.

Trawnish Lodge Rates:

• Lodge Opens: 29th April 2009
• Low Season: from 29th April to 27th June - £280 per week
• High Season: from 27th June to 29th August - £329 per week
• Autumn Season: from 29th August to 12th September - £280 per week
• Lodge Closes: 12th September 2009

Fishing at Trawnish Lodge:
A boat may be hired nearby for fishing on Lough MacNean. This lake is well-known for coarse fishing and hosts a pike fishing contest each year.  Five miles down the road is Lough Melvin which is famous for its trout and salmon and home to three distinct species of brown trout, the ferox, the gillaroo and the sonaghan - all genetically distinct, and the sonaghan found only in Fermanagh.  A gilly service is available on Lough Melvin.

Fishing is possible in this part of Ireland from February to September.  Lough Melvin opens early for the elusive spring salmon and the grilse appear in June.   Lough Erne opens in March when anglers seek trout on the early duckfly. 

The adventurous angler can take to the hills and climb to the many isolated lakes in search of wilder fish. 

What else does the area offer?
Apart from the fishing there are several golf courses in the area and many well-trodden walking and cycling trails. The area is also known for its potholing and hill climbing.  The Corralea Activity Centre and Water Park is only 2 miles away on the lakeside and there are plenty of activities laid on for youngsters, who may join by the day. 

The beautiful atlantic beaches of Co. Sligo and Donegal are only 50 mins. away by car.  The bustling county town of Enniskillen is well supplied with excellent shops and a busy theatre. There are several interesting National Trust houses in the area and the Marble Arch Caves - European Geopark.  

Nearer to home, just 6 miles away, is the lakeside village of Belcoo with above average  village amenities and several restaurants - and two minutes from there, in Blacklion, is the world famous MacNean House & Restaurant run by the TV Chef Neven Maguire.

The beautiful sandy beaches of Co. Sligo and Donegal are only 50 mins. away by car.

How to find Trawnish Lodge:

From BELFAST

Take the Westlink signs in Belfast for the M1 motorway for the West. Follow the motorway west, when you come to Dungannon, the road will change to the A4, follow this through Augher, Clogher, Fivemiletown, Lisbellaw and on to Enniskillen. The road is good and well signposted.

From ENNISKILLEN

Follow the signs for the A4 and SLIGO and THE WEST through Enniskillen, and continue until you reach the town of Belcoo. In Belcoo, after the fortress like police station on your right, turn RIGHT on the B52 signposted for Garrison.  Go past the Corralee Activity Centre on your left and then past a sign saying Organic Garden Centre, about a quarter of a mile further on you will see a sign on your left saying Drumkeenagh, turn left up this narrow lane and take the third turning on your left which is signed Trawnish and Inishgilly and follow this to the little red timber cabin with the wonderful view!

Further Information:
For more information about fishing holidays at Trawnish Lodge, availability and booking details, visit their website at:
www.tranquilretreats.co.uk

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