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The Restoration of the House

In 1999, the Harbour Masters House underwent major restoration and refurbishment. In the year 2000, it opened as a Bed and Breakfast, accommodating people from all over the world.

The Harbour Masters House built in 1806, is a listed building of historical importance and the restoration had to be overseen by conservation architects. The roof had to be totally replaced using old slates which were taken from a castle ruins near by. The sash windows were all replaced; some floors and doors were also replaced. The house was totally re-plumbed and re-wired and all the rooms were made en-suite. The walled garden was designed by the head gardener of Birr Castle and it has now matured into a very tranquil setting.

Restoration Works

The old houseThe house in 1983The house in 1983The house in 1983The old houseThe back of the old houseThe back door of the house, now leads into the new dining room.The back yardWork in progressThe nearly restored back of the house. The nearly restored back of the house. The restoration of the villageThe restoration of the villageThe Harbour Masters The finished Project