Ard Nahoo

After all the empty promises, here it is, Ard Nahoo on Youtube. First up is Lunasa playing their set on our deck.

1. It's finally summer. Earlier this week we went for a quick dip in the lake, which, let me tell you, was refreshing to say the least. Once you get over the slight paralysis and feelings symptomatic of a stroke, it's actually lovely. Gorgeous clear water and not a monster to be found.

2. Tomorrow I'll be attending a photo masterclass up in Mullaghdun, in association with the Greenbox. There have been great reports from others who have completed the course, so hopefully in the next few weeks you'll see some beautiful photos of Ard Nahoo up on the blog.

3. Leon Quinn at www.reverbstudios.ie tuned us in to this great site www.jumbletown.ie which has loads of free listings for Ireland. Check it regularly, and then pick up your items! We've spotted some great stuff on there already.

4. Do you remember the wonderful cuckoo I wrote about a few weeks ago? Well, it turns out he's nocturnal. I'm not so enamoured with the cuckoo now, let me tell you. Does anyone have any tips? Lullabyes? Sleeping pills in bird seed? Last year it was the magpies, now it's the cuckoo. He's haunting me.

5. With the fantastic weather we're having, the Surf Yoga retreat is looking ever more appealing. Rescheduled to June 27th, contact paulebyrne@gmail.com for more information.

On Monday night we had the renowned trad band Lunasa play here at Ard Nahoo, on our gorgeous sunny deck. The event was organised by the Leitrim Arts Council, who arranged for the numerous artists of Dromahair to attend the evening's festivities. The band played out in the evening sun before heading into the yoga studio for an eqsuisite meal prepared by our caterer Maria. We have photos and video ready to post, but unfortunately we're having a bit of trouble locating our new photo uploader (which was purchased after the last one went on the missing list) As soon as one of those turn up, prepare for Lunasa!

We're also in very early talks with the greatest band in the world (to remain secret) regarding a gig here in August. If all comes together, it will be an exceptional event. Keep checking the blog to see what the craic is.

Until tomorrow...

Ard Nahoo has been used as one of 15 case studies produced by Failte Ireland, as part of a Review of Environmental Good Policy and Practice in the Tourism Industry. We're really pleased to be featured in a list that recognises the best practices accross the country. When we get a copy of the case study, we'll publish it here on the blog.

Hello again on this beautiful cloudy May day!

1. Again, the business took over, and the Friday Five ceased to be, contrary to all of my earlier promises. We're fully booked this weekend, with Nick Dimes' 50th birthday down in the village, and our Eco Cabins filled with far flung friends. Happy birthday Nick!

2. We have another celebration today, with Niamh O'Sullivan getting married, again in Dromahair village! Ah, the bustling metropolis of Leitrim. Niamh is up with a group of 20 friends who are all going into the Uisce Area, our indoor/outdoor wet space with detox box sauna and hot tub. Bubbly in hand, it's the perfect way to start the happiest day of her...no, I can't bring myself to write that awful awful sentence. One of the happiest days of her life. One. Congratulations Niamh!

3. Nikki Briere was up this week planting in and around the new Eco Cabins. There are now gorgeous plants in and around the gardens, with herbs, flowers and climbers really finishing the buidlings off.

4. Mother and Baby yoga is really kicking off now that a fresh influx of Yoga for Pregnancy bubs have been born. The classes run every Wednesday from 10.30 - 11.30am, and are perfect for bonding, calming the baby and a bit of peace for the mother. Contact us for more information.

5. Our website has had a bit of a redesign thanks to Leon Quinn at Reverb Studios. Now it's even better, and considering before the rejig we won best website at the Greenbox awards, just think how amazing it must be now. Have a play at www.ardnahoo.com and see Leon's site here www.reverbstudios.ie

6. I've said it three times, but I'll say it again. I'm in love with broadband. Right now, I can pick up the phone, and there's a dial tone. A dial tone! A DIAL TONE! No longer do we miss the calls. No longer do we sit and wait for the emails to download. No longer do we yank and the phone jack in utter frustration, kicking small children and puppies in the heat of the moment. It's marvellous.

That's it for the Saturday Six! Another group have jumped in the hot tub, and we're off to Dublin this afternoon to see Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds play in Dublin Castle. Good times.

Until next time.......