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Slieve Elva B&B

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Your sustainable home from home in the heart of the Burren.

Kris and Ireen offer more than just a place to stay. Nestled in the peaceful countryside at the foot of Slieve Elva hill, the B&B invites guests to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with nature. Located just 3 km outside the lively town of Lisdoonvarna, it provides the perfect balance of quiet rural charm and easy access to local pubs, restaurants, and summer-season music.

The B&B is owned by Kris & Ireen Claes and their two sons Aedan & Tyron.

Visiting Ireland for many years, we fell in love with the natural beauty and culture of the island and the warm hospitality and mentality of the Irishmen. Feeling more Irish than Belgian it felt natural for us to move over permanently. It would have been just a matter of time and by taking over Slieve Elva B&B this dream came true.

Our top sustainability tip is making sure to embed sustainability into daily operations rather than treating sustainability as a separate task. Don’t let your business be invasive, embrace your environment and share it with all guests.

Member’s Sustainability Mission Statement

Slieve Elva B&B commits to responsible tourism through daily actions that respect the local environment, community, and guests. You experience hospitality rooted in low waste practices, local sourcing, and thoughtful energy and water use. Food is prepared with care using fresh local produce, with an emphasis on homemade items and minimal waste. You receive clear information to support responsible travel choices during your stay. The aim stays simple. Provide a comfortable, honest stay while protecting the landscape and resources that shape the Burren.

Sustainability Measures To Date

Measures include planting native trees (orchard), shrubs and creating a pond to enhance biodiversity on site, protecting existing habitats, and monitoring annually through progressreporting AIPP. Energy use is reduced through efficient appliances, LED lighting, and regular meter checks. Water use is tracked weekly, with actions in place to cut potable water use through rainwater harvesting. Waste is reduced through recycling, composting, lower landfill use, and careful food planning. Local suppliers are prioritised, guest awareness is encouraged, and sustainability actions are reviewed yearly.

Sustainability-Related Awards, Certifications, Qualifications

2023: First B&B in Ireland to receive the gold certification in sustainability by Sustainable Travel Ireland recognised under the GSTC.

Emerald award (2021-2022, 2023-2024, 2025-2026) through code of practice submission of Burren & Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Global Geopark.

Products/Services

Slieve Elva B&B offers comfortable ensuite accommodation in a quiet rural setting. You stay in clean, well kept rooms with tea and coffee facilities, flat screen TV, radio alarm clock, and free Wi Fi. You have access to a shared lounge for reading, games, music, or rest. A full breakfast is served daily in the conservatory using fresh local produce, with many items made on site. Dietary needs including coeliac, lactose free, and vegetarian diets are catered for. You receive local information and a calm, personal stay focused on comfort and care.

Community Or Local Projects

Slieve Elva B&B works actively with local community and heritage projects across the Burren area. Support local suppliers, food producers, and craftspeople through regular sourcing and guest recommendations. The B&B shares local heritage, nature, and walking information to encourage respectful visits and longer stays in the area. Engagement with local tourism networks and sustainability programmes linked to the Burren. The B&B supports inclusive access through improved communication tools and welcomes feedback from community groups. Slieve Elva B&B actively supports local scouts group and sport groups.