Melvin Country House

With a rich natural heritage all around us we have lots of day trips, local walks, fishing expeditions, natural wonders, river cruising, world renowned pottery and the tranquility of forest walks to keep you entertained. 

Marble Arch Caves and Cuilcagh Mountain Board Walk

The Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark contains some of the finest landscapes in the north of Ireland and is well worth a visit while you stay with us.  Ranging from rugged uplands, lakes and forests through to gently rolling drumlins, the landscapes of the Geopark represent a complex Earth history dating back as far as 895 million years ago.

Visitors to the Marble Arch Caves can experience a fascinating natural underworld of rivers, waterfalls, winding passages and lofty chambers while stunningly beautiful cave formations glisten all around.  Tour groups depart the visitor centre throughout the day, in the care of one of our enthusiastic and interesting tour guides.  

The tour consists of a short walk down through the Marble Arch National Nature Reserve; a relaxing 10 minute underground boat journey; and a pleasant stroll of approximately 1.5km through the showcave.  There are a few sets of steps within the showcave system and 150 steps to exit the cave.  Your tour guide will pause along the way to give a fun; interesting; and educational commentary suitable for all age groups to engage with and enjoy. - See more at: http://www.marblearchcavesgeopark.com/marble-arch-caves/visitor-information/#sthash.6wkl4nr7.dpuf  We'll pack a lunch if you need one! - See more click here: 

Cuilcagh Mountain Board Walk

Cuilcagh Mountain Board Walk is the latest jewel in the Geopark things to do portfolio.  Created with the recreational walker in mind, this track and boardwalk to the summit of Cuilcagh is moderate to challenging. for some it may be a little more strenuous than first anticpated, however when you reach the summit you can enjoy the truly breathtaking views of Fermanagh and the surrounding counties of Tyrone, Armagh, Donegal, Sligo, Cavan, Leitrim and Monaghan. For more details on this and other walks across Fermanagh simply click the link

Belleek Pottery

The Belleek Group comprises world renowned gift and tableware brands of Belleek Classic, Belleek Living, Galway Irish Crystal and Aynsley China. They have a worldwide reputation for quality and craftsmanship, along with a history that stretches over 157 years. Belleek’s reputation has been built on product excellence. Only Belleek of the highest quality is ever put on sale. Back in 1857, the pottery’s founder John Caldwell Bloomfield declared that any piece with even the slightest flaw should be destroyed. Over 157 years later, this golden rule is still strictly adhered to. The result is perfection. Each piece of Belleek is created by 16 individual artisans. From design to production to quality control at our historic pottery, the process has changed very little since 1857. Belleek Classic continues to develop signature designs reflecting the heritage of Belleek including the world renowned Belleek Baskets.

The Organic Centre

The Organic Centre is OPEN TO visitors. They were established in 1995 as a non profit making company with charitable status  The centre is located on a 19 acres site in Rossinver, Co. Leitrim and operates from an ecologically designed building with a grass roof winning the An Taisce award for “most appropriate building located in the countryside”. Recent awards include the County Enterprise Award 2011 for “Contribution to the Community”, the Bord Bia National Food Award 2011 “Highly Commended Organic Tomatoes” and the Euro-Toques Award 2012 “For outstanding contribution to Irish Food through training and education”. They have received the Bridgestone and McKennas “Best in Ireland” award for many years and are now a “Discover Primary Science and Maths” centre.

 The aim of the centre is to provide training and education, information and demonstration of organic gardening, growing and sustainable living. Each year since 1995 has seen significant development and currently we have :

• 2 demonstration gardens – the kitchen garden and the Robin’s garden -show a productive small scale family garden and a community garden run by a group of 21 local people.
• A range of 9 polytunnels of various sizes showing protected cropping on a domestic and commercial scale.
• A wetland sewage disposal system, which was featured on Eco Eye.
• A new compost display area, showing different methods of composting and recycling
• A willow sculpture area growing every year with new features.
• An orchard with 50 varieties of apples suited to the Irish climate and a soft fruit area, testing hardy varieties.
• A native woodland planted in Winter 2004 under the Neighbourwood scheme.

What Else Can You Do?

Pony Trekking - Just 10miles from the Atlantic Ocean, several riding schools offer beach riding.

Walking -  Castle Caldwell, The Claddagh Glen, Fowleys Falls are all within each reach and offer beautiful woodland walks

Cruising Lough Erne - this is a must- Erne Water Taxi's will bring on a fantastic tour of the lake or on a visit to the ancient monastic island of Devenish

Fishing -  Whether you are an amateur angler or fishing fanatic, there are a variety of lakes, rivers and of course the Atlantic if you want to try some sea fishing to choose from. 

Discovery - From the Ancient Historical Sites of The Cavan Burren Forest Park to the pre christian monuments of the Janis Figure in Fermanagh, we can direct you to a series of sites that for the archaeologist will certain whet your appetite.