Cozy Cottage on Galway Bay W/Fabulous Sea and Burren Views

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Sea view

Check out the area

Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare

Galway Bay4 min drive
Newtown Castle4 min drive
Aillwee Cave8 min drive
Galway (GWY)51 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

NOTE: We normally rent from Saturday to Saturday, so please try to honor those days if at all possible. If you MUST make an exception, please ask to see if we can work it out for you.

We feel we have one of the best views in Ireland, located right on Galway Bay on the 'Wild Atlantic Way', and in a picturesque, friendly little village only 1 hour from Shannon Airport. The cottage also has great views of the famous Burren Mountains out back. We know you would enjoy your stay here as much as we have so many times for 28 years.
The owners have lived in the cottage full time for several years and have made many improvements inside and out during this time. The cottage is completely re-wired, and new kitchen cabinets installed. We also have made an effort to present this as a typical 1950's cottage. Because of this you may find some inconveniences, however we have tried our best to make you comfortable. The cottage has a queen bed in the master BR, and two single beds in the small BR, so it comfortably sleeps 4. The living room has 1 full sized Futon couch, which could sleep 2 more adults, but, with only one bathroom and the cottage being quite small, it is too tight for more than 4 people, unless you are VERY friendly!
Ballyvaughan village is a one mile picturesque walk along the coast, and has a variety of shops worth visiting as well as a number of fine pubs and restaurants. Spar market also has a wide range of food you can purchase if you want to cook at home, and the cottage is equipped with most every cooking utensil you might need. Traditional music can be heard at some of the pubs in town on certain nights - you'll have to inquire as to schedules, etc. Music starts around 10PM.
The Ballyvaughan area is a mecca for walking and a Burren trail map is available at Spar Market in the village centre. There is a fine beach off the road to Kinvara about 2 miles outside the village known as Bishop's Quarter. The College of the Burren (Art College), off the road to Lisdoonvarna, has a walking trail as well as a restored castle worth seeing. Rainy day activities include Ailwee Cave, not far from town, which features prehistoric bear dens in addition to impressive stalactites and stalagmites. It also has an excellent gourmet shop worth visiting, with Burren made cheese and other tasty treats.
For the golfers, Lahinch is only a half hour drive, and the Galway Bay golf course in Oranmore features a fabulous setting on the Bay and is only a 45 minute drive as well.
If you are not driving or don't want to drive, there are two efficient taxi services in town, and there are bus schedules in the cottage to Galway and other areas with return times. These leave from Spar Market in town. We think you would have a great time here.

Keywords: Seafront property, Burren Views, Walk to pubs!

Property manager

Rick Considine

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Sea view

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ballyvaughan

Located in Ballyvaughan, this cottage is by the ocean. Galway City Museum and Druid Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Quay Street and Shop Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Pearse Stadium or Galway Greyhound Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare

What's nearby

Galway Bay - 4 min drive
Newtown Castle - 4 min drive
Burren Birds of Prey Centre - 8 min drive
Aillwee Cave - 8 min drive
Quay Street - 45 min drive

Getting around

Ardrahan Station - 38 min drive

Restaurants

Monks Pub & Restaurant - 11 min walk
Linnane's Lobster Bar - 13 min drive
O'Donohue's - 13 min drive
Wild Atlantic Lodge - 19 min walk
The Soda Parlour - 19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Cottage on Galway Bay W/Fabulous Sea and Burren Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Cottage on Galway Bay W/Fabulous Sea and Burren Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Cottage on Galway Bay W/Fabulous Sea and Burren Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Cottage on Galway Bay W/Fabulous Sea and Burren Views located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Newtown Castle and 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Galway Bay. Aillwee Cave and Corcomcoe Abbey are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

9 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Holiday

We had an amazing stay in a beautiful area. The cottage was perfect for us as a disabled family and I would definately go back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth e.

27 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Burren experience

Fabulous location to relax in garden overlooking the sea, or to explore the walking and botanical delights of the Burren. Cottage compact but comfortable. Well equipped kitchen and comfortable seating and beds. Loved the individuality of the house rather than usual bland furnished house.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabine E.

25 Jan 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent.

Cosy cottage, great location, superb views, excellent hosts.

10/10 Excellent

Deb G.

11 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cottage by the Sea

Our stay was wonderful. The cottage was well equipped and the location could not have been better, We did not rent a car and had no problem navigating from Dublin via Galway by train and bus. Mr. Connolly the taxi man even gave us a free ride to the bus stop as we had too much luggage to walk. The property manager and the owner made sure we were well taken care of. We highly recommend staying here!

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Christian M.

20 Sept 2023

Liked: Location

Disliked: Check-in

Cottage for 2 with great views but unused potential

We didn't let the description stop us from coming here as a family with 2 teens. As can be seen in the pictures, the cottage is beautifully situated on the shore (without direct water access) in Galway Bay. There was no direct contact with the administration, only by telephone. The cottage itself is small. The beds in the chamber were just enough for teenagers. There was hardly any space available for several suitcases. The living room and kitchen offer enough space for 2 or 3 people, but it will be too tight for 4. The cottage itself has great potential due to its location. Unfortunately the rooms are in need of renovation. The paint on the ceiling is cracked almost everywhere and there are spiders. The kitchen is equipped with a washing machine, but there is also a dryer in the adjacent building (garage). The kitchen appliances are OK, but old and in need of maintenance. There is no dishwasher. The rooms will be electrically heated, unfortunately the humidity is always high. We still had a good time in the cottage and had many trips to Connemara National Park and the Burren National Park We were also able to use the beautiful beaches, which are difficult to reach without a car. A quick point about the location. Very small and the only option was the small SPAR. Larger shops take at least 10 minutes to arrive. There are several pubs and restaurants in town that offer live music. For the cottage I summarize, with a bit energy, paint and spare parts it will be return to beauty

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rick Considine

Rick & Marcia Considine have been married 50 years, and have loved this cottage for the last 30 years. Rick worked in Ireland from 2003 to 2007, and is currently consulting to Safeway Storage, Portsmouth, NH. We lived in the cottage full time for a few years until 2010, and have met most of the Ballyvaughan residents, forming many friendships. We will be using the cottage ourselves before and after the Summer season each year. We now live in N. Hampton, NH. Our 2 sons also love BV and hope to visit during the year as well.

Why they chose this property

Rick sailed to Ireland in 1975 on a 38' sloop from Newfoundland and fell in love with Co. Clare, where his G.G. Grandfather came from. We visited many times after and in 1987 decided to purchase property in Co. Clare. Our criteria list was Not far from Shannon AP, Seafront views, Nice town within pleasant walk, solid cottage that could be modernized easily, ability to WALK to the Pub, etc. This one ticked all the boxes, and we have immensely enjoyed it over the years.

What makes this property unique

The proximity to the airport, the fine people we have had the pleasure of knowing, the convenience of being able to walk to town, the fantastic views both of the sea and the Burren mountains, the peaceful surroundings, and the easy day tripping from here all contribute to the magical setting of this cottage.