Ross House Equestrian Holidays

Ross House, a 400 – acre farm situated on the shores of Lough Sheelin has been built over centuries. Historically, The night before his final battle at the bridge of Finnea “Miles The Slasher” was reported to have stayed at the neighbouring ross Castle. Accordingly, Ross House may have harboured some of Cromwell’s soldiers.

Today it’s homely atmosphere welcomes you with many attractions. Catering not only for the keen horseman, we also host a series of leisure activities such as tennis, hiking through open fields, bog land and forests, boating and fishing.

From Ross Bay our boats (for hire) take you fishing for Brown Trout, Pike and Perch. You may set out for adventurous trips around the lake, exploring the propery owned Church Island or the Golf Course across the Lake.

Within 20 minutes driving distance are choices of tourist attractions like the family owned Ross Castle, Fore Abbey or Tullynally Castle. Also to be found in the neighbourhood are ancient Megalithic Graves and the magnificent, historic Lough Crew Gardens.

At Ross House you will be spoiled with 6 spacious, comfortable double rooms all en-suite, centrally heated, telephone with direct lines, TV and tea making facilities. Four rooms offer the luxury of a fireplace, three the comfort of a conservatory. Additionally you may choose our cosy apartment with private sitting room, bedroom and kitchen.

While enjoying Irish or continental breakfast you have a sweaping view from the dining room over the spacious fields with old beech and oak trees to forests and the lake. You can also observe activities on the training arena.