Description
Garryross Old School, Virginia Cavan Ireland. Large art studio to rent suitable in the converted school outbuildings. Suitable for painters / creatives to work on their practice in a quiet rural location, also suited to art groups and workshops for up to 10 people. The studio is available for day, week and month rentals. Details include : 85 m sq space, self contained with own entrance, North facing, easels and tables available, 1 powerpoint, heating, sink, studio Internet being connected Nov 2024 but good 4g coverage, kettle and microwave. separate toilet, open balcony with view to countryside.
The studio is self contained with its own entrance beside the studio of Michelle Boyle and is part of the converted outbuildings of the former Garryross Primary School est 1958. A distinctive architectural characteristic of these schools is the original watertower and waterwell which is part of the studio . A darkroom is currently being developed in the tower space.The original Garryross school buidling is now a family home located a short walk across the original school yard. Self catering accommodation in the school house can be arranged.
Garryross is a townland located 5 km from Virginia , Co Cavan and 5 km from Oldcastle Co Meath 2 km from Lough Ramor. The Loughcrew Hills are visible from the studio, their Neolithic monuments alongside Newgrange and Bru Na Boinne are collectively termed the ‘largest open art gallery in Europe’ due to their rock carvings.
Public transport is available from Dublin & Dublin Airport – Virginia with pick up available. A car is advisable for residential artists and recommendations can be given on local rentals . A bike is available at the studio.
Individual rental rates
Day €50
week €150
month €500
Residential self-catering option available ( + €300 pw)
gift vouchers available
Group rental rates
Day €150
Week €500
Additional energy costs may apply depending on time of year (€50 pw approx)
For enquiries and bookings please get in touch through the contact here :
michelleboyle.artist@gmail.com