Louth builder John McCabe is currently in the process of developing a Four Star Hotel in Ashbourne that will offer customers a unique service, while GAA supporters in the Wee County can sample the relaxing atmosphere on their trips to Croke Park. There is an air of anticipation in Louth following the exploits of the county's footballers in 2006. In all three trophies were won, which is their biggest haul for some years, but more importantly two of these wins came in major competitions - the Division Two league title and the Tommy Murphy Cup. Louth supporters expect to move on from here and there is a general sense of belief that the Wee County should be considered genuine contenders for the Leinster title. However, consolidation in Division One will be their first aim and playing against the top teams in the country can only aid a side. Louth manager Eamonn McEneaney has worked wonders with the county and their supporters are following the team in their tens of thousands. The M1 and N2 were packed last summer when Louth travelled to Croke Park to face Meath in the Leinster championship and although they travelled home disappointed after they were defeated, spirits were still high and all concerned were optimistic that 2007 can bring further glory for the county. With success breeds confidence and that can be applied to business also as John McCabe Construction has proven over the years. The Louth Yearbook spoke to Contracts Manager Shane Menton about the construction of the Ashbourne Marriott Hotel and what the new facility has to offer the public. The current Development in Ashbourne sees the construction of a Four Star Hotel at the Rath, just off the N2 roundabout and Shane revealed that it is a hotel with a difference. "Although it will be a four star hotel, the premise will be just one step off a five star as we are going that extra bit further with the finishing touches," said Shane. "There will be that extra ambience at the Hotel that will make the place stand out from other four stars, while its location is also another plus." The 148-room upscale hotel will serve the nearby suburbs of Swords and Ratoath and is a convenient meeting point for travellers from Derry to Belfast including many GAA teams and supporters that might to stop along the way. Of the 148 rooms in the Ashbourne Marriott hotel, eighty-one are superior king-size, 47 superior double double; twelve deluxe, 4 junior suite and four suites. "We started work on the building in July last year. The ground works began working on a six-acre site. When finished the hotel will comprise of 148-bedrooms, bar, restaurant, leisure centre, modern function room and meeting rooms." "The function room will comprising of 6071sq ft can be divided into three sections, which will accommodate 540 people for receptions and 400 for banquets." In the Red Lounge bar guests can experience the ambiance of a uniquely contemporary Irish lounge bar and pub with sophisticated lighting and musical entertainment, serving an eclectic range of hearty dishes and micro-brewed beers. Guests can also avail of the quality food in the Mystic fish and steak Restaurant served in the warm atmosphere of a contemporary Irish steakhouse, while tasting premium wines from all over the world. A total of four meeting rooms with over 9000 sq ft can be used at any given meaning that a client is unlikely to be turned away and their every need will be catered for exclusively. Guest services include, concierge, 24-hour room service, valet service, guest laundry, soda & ice vending machines; in-room safe, baby-sitting service; business centre, high speed internet access in guest and meeting rooms and throughout the public areas. Marriott Hotels are renowned worldwide for providing a top quality service to all their customers, who are guaranteed a friendly and relaxing atmosphere in their hotels all over the world. Marriott International is a worldwide operator and franchisor of a range of value and luxury hotels and related lodging facilities. Shane revealed that HKR Architects are overseeing the project and that when the new hotel is opened next year, it is sure to impress all concerned. "HKR are doing a fantastic job designing the building. There is no question that the new hotel will be one of the finest in the country," added Shane. McCabe Construction was established by John and Mary McCabe in 1972 and their headquarters is in Tallaght, while they also have a plant yard in Ashbourne. Initially, they made their name in house building, although McCabe Construction has long since diversified into other areas. Their client list now includes local authorities and government enterprises, developers of business parks and retail outlets, hoteliers, golf club committees, hospital boards, owners of historic buildings and many more. In 1986 John McCabe Construction took the momentous decision to branch out their business to the U.K. Since then their portfolio has expanded and diversified to include the refurbishment and redevelopment of properties in various West London locations including Fitzroy Square, New Cavendish Street, St John's Square and Covent Garden. The new hotel is located in a constructed development which was built by McCabe Construction. Rath Lodge is a uniquely designed development of 198 dwellings consisting of terraced, semidetached and detached house styles, with two, three, four and five bedrooms. Located on the immediate outskirts of Ashbourne, Co. Meath in the heart of country side yet within easy access to Dublin City Centre. The development has been exquisitely planned and laid out to provide garden space with maximum privacy. At Rath Lodge all the houses are laid out in an innovative design with attractive curved roads and mostly overlook one of the many parkland areas dotted throughout the development. This creates an attractive outlook and has the added advantage that it helps to achieve a high standard of security and traffic safety. Tweet

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