Lying just south of the heart of Ireland, Ely O'Carroll Country embracing parts of Offaly, Tipperary & Laois offers the visitor an amazing array of breathtaking inland scenery. Vast tracks of bogland, rolling hills, meandering waterways and the wonderful tapestry of Irish farmland and forestry form the mosaic that is 'Ely O'Carroll'.

Presenting all sorts of challenges, Ely O'Carroll will satisfy even the most adventurous spirit. Dominated by the majestic River Shannon & the Slieve Bloom Mountains, this diverse and varied landscape generously provides for canoeing, rock-climbing, cycling & boating as well as horse riding, walking, bird-watching & fishing.

For a more leisurely visit why not enjoy some of the many unique attractions of the area; Clonmacnoise & West Offaly Railway, ('Bog Train'), 'Birr Castle Demesne & Science Centre', Larry's Old Time Famine Village, An Dun Transport & Heritage Museum or perhaps the nearby Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre. Wherever your interest may lie you can rest assured that the real heart of Ireland will provide for your every need.

A wide range of first class contemporary Irish facilities together with accommodation ranging from the luxurious Kinnitty Castle to the most welcoming Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast, Ely O'Carroll Country certainly has something for everyone.

The landscape is unspoilt, the traffic moderate and most importantly the people of the area are friendly & welcoming. Why not come, stay awhile and let us show you a real midland 'Failte'!