Feedback is very important to us as we try to make sure that our visitors' holidays are as relaxing and enjoyable as possible. And to keep us on our toes: how else, for example, would we have known that a good-sized mirror is needed in every bedroom - in addition to the full-length one in the main bedroom - to get those hairdoes ready for the wedding day?!
 
Here's what the Smith family had to say after their stay in July: "The house was welcoming and comfortable and it was great to have a bit of luxury in a rental cottage. We couldn't think of anything that we needed which wasn't there which isn't always the case so thanks for that.

We've been back a decade now and are still finding out about events and activities that are happening on the doorstep! However, if you want the benefit of our knowledge of local museums, pet farms, parks, walks, shrines, drives, traditional musical events, festivals - or even where to go horseriding or get a decent pint - feel free to contact us and we'll do our best to get you sorted. For a good overview of what Mayo has to offer, visit

http://www.discoverireland.ie/west/visit/mayo.aspx.

If Tigh Mhic becomes just too relaxing and cooking doesn't appeal, why not avail of our Home Catering service? All items are cooked to order from fresh ingredients. The menu includes (prices per portion): Fish Pot (€6.25). Haddock or cod with spinach and tomatoes baked in a cream and cheese sauce - but don't forget the soda bread to mop up the sauce; Classic steak mince lasagne (€4) made with fresh pasta sheets; Lamb meatballs in dill and tomato sauce (€5.25); Loaf of soda bread (€2); and a selection of home-made desserts including strawberry ripple yoghurt ice ice cream (€6 for 500 ml) and lemon sorbet (€4 for 500 ml). Send us an email or call/text Seán on 00 353 (0)86 320 3018 if you would like to find out more, or to get a copy of the full menu.

Wireless internet access is available at Tigh Mhic via the 3 network. If you need it, a 3 dongle is available for hire for €10 per week or part thereof. Any news about other providers will appear here...as soon as we find out!

From May to October there are regular horseracing meetings at four racecourses within easy access of Tigh Mhic. Ballinrobe, just 25 minutes away, is situated in a natural amphitheatre and it has everything you need in a country racecourse: beautiful setting, lively atmosphere and a typically Mayo laid-back attitude to the whole thing. For more, see www.goracing.ie, or email roberaces@eircom.net.

    Roscommon Racecourse, 40 minutes from Tigh Mhic, is very spectator friendly with comfortable stands and enclosures. The €40,000 Grade 3 Kilbegnet Novice Chase, run at the end of September meeting, is the feature race of the year at the course. For more, see the website above or email roscommonracecourse@eircom.net.

    Sligo racecourse, an hour away, is nestled among some of the most scenic countryside imaginable with the mountains Benbulben and Knocknarea looking down from either side of the town. For more, see the website above, or email info@countysligoraces.com.

    Also an hour away is Galway racecourse, with its famous summer festival running from 26 July to 1 August, its autumn festival from 28-30 August and the October bank holiday festival from 24-25 October. There’s more at http://www.galwayraces.com/.

    For something completely different, the Lacken strand races in North Mayo are well worth a look. Dates are yet to be confirmed, but keep an eye on http://www.ireland-guide.com/all_months_events/lacken_strand_races__co_mayo.7723.html if you don’t want to miss nine horse and pony races – all on a beach!