For almost two centuries, the island’s lighthouse has been a nautical landmark perched high on the craggy cliffs, watching over Achill, Westport and beyond. Once a safe haven for sailors, this heritage property now offers sanctuary of a different kind.

Clare Island Lighthouse can be seen as a ‘great escape’ – a restorative haven, where even the busiest mind is soon stilled by the unhurried island pace. The interiors, in keeping with the ethos of the lighthouse and its location, are uncluttered & sleek but exceedingly comfortable.

Where possible they have let the landscape do the talking. Clare Island Lighthouse is a retreat like no other, a special place where guests are free to while away their time in solitude or to enjoy mingling and socialising in the welcoming warmth of the kitchen, drawing room or library. There are no televisions at the lighthouse but WiFi is available so guests can use their own portable devices.