Heatherside by Jon Tallon

Heatherside

Dear guest, Myself and my wife, Mary, would like to welcome you to our home. I have prepared this manual (Which you mostly won’t need) to help you with the various different aspects of the house. From the code for the lock outside the door, how to operate the BBQ, the wifi code, how to use the central heating, the TV, the microwave etc. I have also provided you with a quick guide to the rest of Bray and it’s surroundings. With this you will find a map of the area with bus stops, supermarkets, restaurants, pubs etc marked on it. We hope you enjoy your stay in our home and that you will look after it as we have. Kind Regards Jonathan Tallon +353 87 2620486

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Welcome �� 01 PART 1 - INFORMATION FOR THE HOUSE Garage and outside areas �� 02 Hall, cloakroom, bathroom and under the stairs �� 05 Bedrooms �� 06 Kitchen and dinning room �� 07 Livingroom �� 08 Utility room �� 11 Upstairs, office and gym �� 12

PART 2 - INFORMATION ON BRAY AND SURROUNDING AREA Walks �� 14 The seafront �� 20 Transport �� 21

Kilruddery House and Gardens �� 3 Powerscourt House and Gardens �� 3 Map �� 3

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Restaurants, coffee houses and bars �� 22

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PART 1

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GARAGE AND OUTSIDE AREAS THE LOCK BOX FOR THE KEYS

THE GARAGE

The key for the front door and the key for the garage are in a lock box which is on the decking, under the window, left of the front door. The code for this box is 3127.

There are two bikes on the garage. One ladies and on gents but both are suitable for either. You are welcome to use these if you look after them. However you may have to check the tyre pressure on them. If they need to be inflated you can use the pump provided.

If there is more than one person staying in the house, it would be best practice to always leave the keys in the box, in case one of you comes back to the house without the other. The Wifi code for the house is: !!Heatherside However, if you do get locked out, here are three phone numbers that you can call in a key emergency. 1. Justin Tallon: 087 981 9823 2. Ann Hargaden: 087 298 1090 3. Mark:

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The keys for the front door and the garage

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GARAGE AND OUTSIDE AREAS Contd/... UNDER THE CANOPY IN THE BACK The canopy or ‘Pergola’ in the back garden will give you good shelter for outdoor dinning. When it gets dark and or cold you can turn on the heaters which will give you both heat and light. There are two switches. One inside the French windows in the living room, shown as (A), and the other is on the middle pillar beside the wall shown as (B). There are fairy lights for atmosphere which are also located on the middle pillar near the wall as shown (C)

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GARAGE AND OUTSIDE AREAS Contd/... THE BBQ The BBQ uses gas and to light it please follow these instructions. 1.

Turn on the cylinder at the back shown in fig 1

When you are finished, just switch off the dials and switch off gas at the cylinder head. See fig 3

FIG 3

FIG 1

OFF

CLEANING AFTERWARDS .

Push in dial (A), turn to the left and hold after you hear the spark until the gas lights. Hold for a few seconds. If it doesn’t work repeat.

FIG 4

When the gas is lighting then switch on the other (B) & (C) dial and hold until this ignites them from the first one. See fig 2

FIG 2

THE GARDEN Please note that our gardener will be cutting the grass and trimming the edges sometimes during your stay. .

He has his own key to the garage and will not disturb you during your stay.

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IMPORTANT:- The best and easiest way to clean a BBQ afterwards is to use the wire brush on the cooking grill areas while the BBQ is still very hot. See fig 4

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HALL, COOAKROOM, BATHROOM AND UNDER THE STAIRS CENTRAL HEATING THERMOSTAT To turn on the central heating, just turn the dial to the left and turn the dial to the far right to turn it off.

In here

(A)

SWITCHES

Here are the switches in the hallway. Outside

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HOT WATER IMMERSION

Bathroom .

Hall

In here

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Up stairs

Toilet

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To switch on the hot water for showers etc, just turn on switch (A).

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BEDROOMS FRONT BEDROOM EN SUITE The en suite bathroom to this bedroom can be used if you lock the doors from the inside as shown in figs 5&6 FIG 5

SMALL BEDROOM The smaller bedroom is out of bounds and has our private items like our cloths and personal stuff stored in it. . FIG 6

We have marked it as private so please respect our privacy.

The boiler for the central heating is behind these shelves. There is no need to go near it. However in the event that the boiler turns off and won’t come back on, call my brother Justin. He should be helpful in these matters. Justin Tallon: 087 981 9823

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MAIN BEDROOM

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KITCHEN AND DINNING ROOM THE WASTE BINS

RADIO AND CD PLAYER

We like to be as ‘Green’ as we can so we superstate our waste. Please put paper, cardboard, glass, milk cartons (rinsed with water), egg cartons etc into the recycling bin. Please put all food waste into the compost bin. Please put all other waste into the general bin. The bags are stored underneath the counter between the bins and the counter.

The remote control for the radio is, again, easily figured out.

The large bins outside in the front are collect every Tuesday morning. They alternate between ‘Green/Compost’ (Green colour) one week and ‘General’ (Purple colour) the next. You will be able to see which is which by looking to see what your neighbours put out. Note the bins are collected early so you should put them out on Monday evenings.

General

However it is already tuned in to certain stations, if you want to avail of them. •

98FM (Popular radio station) is button [1];

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RTE RADIO 1 (National radio station) is button [2];

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2FM (National light radio station) is button [3] & [4];

•

NEWSTALK (Independent news and current affairs station) is button [5]

Green

Composte

These items are easily figured out. But if you have any problems, the manuals are stored in the draw left of the hob.

You are welcome to use our CD collection. It’s mostly Jazz but i’m sure you brought your own music.

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FRIDGE/FREEZER, COOKER, MICROWAVE, KETTLE, TOASTER, COFFEE MACHINE ETC

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LIVINGROOM TV

FIG 8

Like most smart TVs, you could propably work it out. But to save time, I have outlined a step by step version. 1.

Turn on the TV by pressing firmly (A)

Navigate between Sky (HDMI 3) and the Apple TV (HDMI 1) by pressing (B) repeatedly until you stop on either. See figs 7&8

(Apple TV)

(A)

(B) (C)

(D)

After selecting which HDMI you want then press (C) and in the case if Sky you press (D). But in the case of Apple TV, you press (E) on the Apple remote. See fig 9

FIG 9

FIG 7

(Sky TV)

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(E)

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LIVINGROOM Contd/... TV contd/... SKY

DISNEY+

Once you press (D) you should be able to navigate on your own through the SKY channels

MOVIES

APPLE TV

You will also have access to all my movie collection. Between my digital downloads and my DVD collection, I have over 1,000 movies. You are welcome to watch them.

After pressing (E) for you Apple TV you will have a choice between

The CD remote will be on the shelf with the DVDs.

NETFLIX

PRIME

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YOU TUBE

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LIVINGROOM Contd/... FIRE LOGS

First using the fire hoover, clean out ash.

The fire logs are under the TV. To refill the basket just wheel the basket through the French windows, across the patio, over to the wooden shed. Inside the shed you will find bags of logs. Then return the basket the same way

Then spray the inside of the glass and wipe whit paper towel.

When that is done use dirty paper towels as kindle along with fire-lighters and logs to start fire.

FIRE CLEANING & LIGHTING

Pull leaver out, for air, when starting fire. Then when fire gets going, push leaver back, to make fire hotter and last longer.

The cleaning & lighting stuff is at the side.

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The fire hoover is behind the log basket.

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UTILITY ROOM IRONING BOARD

DISHWASHER

The ironing board is easily set up as shown below.

To work the dishwasher you should: 1. 2. 3.

Fill the dishwasher; Add a dishwasher tablet; Close the dishwasher door, press button (A) for the desired setting, then press and hold button (B) for three seconds

(A)

(B)

WASHING MACHINE To work the dishwasher you should: 1. 2. 3.

Fill the dishwasher; Add a dishwasher tablet; Close the dishwasher door, press button (A) for the desired setting, then press and hold button (B) for three seconds

DRYING CLOTHS The ‘Dolly Maid’ for all cloths drying is very effective.

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UPSTAIRS, OFFICE & GYM THE SOFA BED

THE GYM

The sofa bed is straight forward, however, the closet for cloths is in the gym area and there is no chest of drawers upstairs.

Again, the treadmill, training mat and weights should be straight forward to figure out.

THE COMPUTER You may use the computer, however, please be VERY careful with is as I make my living with it. I have set up a separate account on it for you.

WIFI PASSWORD: !!Heatherside You may use ‘Chrome’, ‘Zoom’, ‘WhatsApp’ and ‘Microsoft Office’, but DO NOT download any software on to this computer.

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PASSWORD: Airbnb123

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LOCAL WALKS

There are many good walks around Bray with great views and unspoilt landscape. These next few pages are just some of them.

One of the highlights of walking in Wicklow. This linear walk takes you from Bray to Greystones along the stunning coastal path. The path is well maintained and you can return by light rail (DART) to the start point. Greystones has plenty to offer the hungry walker after beautiful views and a range of marine wildlife. From Heatherside you can walk up the road to the car park where the start of the walk is. This is a very enjoyable walk in a spectacular coastal setting linking Bray and Greystones. It brings you around the side of Bray Head above the railway line and rocky coastline on a path which is a bit rough in places, with a steep climb at the Bray end. Views both up and down the coast are breath-taking . WARNING: Parts of the walk have become unstable due to the prolonged period of very heavy rainfall on top of the very wet preceding months of January and February. Some of the landslides are visible from the walk but others are not and are considered dangerous as those using the walk would not be aware of same.

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THE CLIFF WALK (See 1 on the Map provided)

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BRAY HEAD WALK (See 2 on the Map provided) Bray Head Walk is a 9.8-kilometre loop trail, joining up with the ‘Cliff Walk’ and the ‘Windgates/Loop Trail’ (See Map) where you have breathtakingly beautiful scenic views of County Dublin and Bray itself. The hill dominates the end of the promenade and the stone cross atop the hill is an iconic feature of the town. While the climb is not particularly daunting, some parts can be a bit of a challenge and require some scrambling. But if the hike up doesn’t leave you breathless the views sure will! Don’t forget to look out for the mobile coffee truck which is usually situated half way on the walk (See Map)

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THE LOOPED TRAIL OR WINDGATES WALK (See 3 on the Map provided) This trail follows footpaths and tracks, an old Victorian Coach Road, a private road and public footpath, passing through Manweliers Wood beside a golf course and climbing to a height close to the Bray Head Cross from where magnificent panoramic views open across Bray to the north, the Irish Sea to the east, the Dublin Mountains to the west and the Wicklow Mountains to the southwest. Don’t forget to look out for the mobile coffee truck which is usually situated half way on the walk (See Map)

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LOCAL WALKS contd/...

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GLEN OF THE DOWNS (See Map provided) Glen of The Downs Nature Reserve is also known as Bellevue. The Reserve is the finest example of oak wood of it’s type close to Dublin. It is largely Sessile Oak with an understorey of Holly and a dense carpet of Woodrush, Bilberry and Heather. The woods abound in birdlife and 21 breeding species have been recorded here. Each bird species occupies a distinct niche in the woodland having different feeding and nesting habits. Some, like the Jay, have a varied diet which includes berries and nuts while others such as Treecreepers and Wrens have largely insect based diet. The Wood Warbler builds on the ground, whereas the Woodpigeon prefers a platform of twigs up in the tree canopy. Birds such as the Blackbird and the Robin, are fiercely territorial and defend their feeding and nesting patch by singing and chasing off intruders.

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POWERSCOURT WATERFALL (See Map provided) Enjoy 121m of cascading water, set in beautiful parkland at the foothills of the Wicklow Mountains. The Waterfall is a haven for wildlife including the Sika Deer and the native Irish red squirrel. Families can enjoy a picnic and explore the playground and short walking trails. Powerscourt Waterfall is 6km from the Main Estate and is set in one of Ireland’s most beautiful parklands at the foothills of the Wicklow Mountains. It is recommended that you drive to the location and there is plenty of parking available there. Allow some time for your visit to view the magnificent spectacle, have a picnic and stroll around the acres of stunning countryside.

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LOCAL WALKS

There are many good walks around Bray with great views and unspoilt landscape. These next few pages are just some of them.

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THE CLIFF WALK (See 1 on the Map provided)

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THE SEAFRONT PROMENADE (See 4 on the Map provided) The Promenades origins date back to Victorian Era when William Dargan, the man who brought the railway to bray. He built the promenade to make bray into the popular seaside resort it has become today. His work earned Bray the title ‘The Brighton of Ireland’. You can follow the path up from the southern end of the Promenade to Bray Head. There is something for everyone along Brays mile long Promenade. From the Sea Life Centre. Dine in Brays Finest Restaurants. Come along to the annual Summerfest and marvel at our famous Air Display. Enjoy our eclectic range of live music in our lively pubs. Or get an ice cream and relax on the Bray Sea front.

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THE SEAFRONT

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BUS AND TRAIN (See

BUS

and

on the Map provided)

The closest bus stops are shown on the map and the number of the bus to take to Greystones is the (184). The bus into Dublin is the (45). You can go directly into Greystones or Dublin by Dart from the station marked on the map. To get departure times and arrivals just go to the ‘App Store’ on App. This App will give you your smart phone download the ‘Dart Times’ all the information you need. Also, there are two bikes in the shed which you can use. Unfortunately here is no cycle lane between Bray and Greystones so you would have to travel on the road. However, there is a footpath, so if you were careful of pedestrians, you could use that.

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TRANSPORT BUS & TRAIN

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MAISON MOLI (See and

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If you feel hungry, come to this restaurant to have a meal. Irish cuisine under the direction of the great chef is wonderful here. Try mouthwatering salads, crabs and soup that are offered at Maison Moli. Many guests come here to enjoy tasty banana pancakes, French toasts and brownies. Choose delicious latte, you will hardly regret it. This place is well known for its great service and friendly staff, that is always ready to help you. From the visitors’ viewpoint, prices are adequate. Maison Moli has been awarded ‘Best Hospitality Venue’ by Bray and District Chamber at its Endeavour Awards. Google users awarded this cafe 4.8.

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RESTAURANTS, COFFEE HOUSES AND BARS

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BOX BURGER & PLATFORM PIZZA (See on the Map provided) Overlooking the Bray Promenade, just a few minutes from the Dart station, Box Burger draws you in with the nostalgic exterior of the 160-year-old Railway Building that houses it. It’s the newest venture from Conor and Nicola Duggan, who also own Platform Pizza right next door. Platform Pizza Bar Is The Go-To Sport for Pizza And Cocktails In Bray. Book A Table Online. Our food Is Still Available For Collection. View Our Delicious Menu Online Today. Fresh pizza made to order. Highlights: Gift Cards Available, Open 7 Days A Week.

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