The Hanna’s originally came from Sorbie, Galloway, Scotland, around 1642 because the conditions where they lived were so difficult. During the 1600s there was great religious persecution of the Protestants in Scotland and they fled to Ireland in search of a better life. They were granted the lease of some acres of land in Aughnahoory, which would have had to be cleared of trees, bushes and stones before they could start to build.

They built their cottages on the bank above the river flood plain because in the 1600s the river was larger and flooded in winter. The houses were built close together for protection. Aughnahoory may not have been a very safe place as there were bandits around who plundered property.

Hanna’s Close has ten traditional cottages from one to three bedrooms, all teeming with traditional features. From stone walls to feature fireplaces, holidaying in history is an immediate reality. Seven cottages are located in the Close. The Carthouse, The Barn and The Stables are one-bedroom cottages. Two Bedroom Cottages include William John’s, Peggy’s and George’s. Also in the Close is Johnny’s, a three-bedroom cottage. Not in the Close, but a short distance away is Sam’s (two bedrooms), Murphy’s (two bedrooms) and Callaghan’s (three-bedroom).

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