Connemara Stone Barn on Wild Atlantic Way, walk to beach, near Aran Island Ferry
About this cottage rental
Situated in County Galway, this charming cottage for $321 per night is a fantastic option for your next vacation. Suitable for families or for two sets of friends or for a romantic getaway, Teach na mBo is in a beautiful part of the Connemara National Park and close to the start of the Connemara Loop. The Wild Atlantic Way runs down our small lane to our local pier half a mile from the cottage, where we have one of the best views out to the Aran Islands and the cliffs of Moher. Our large, spacious, traditional, 2 bedroom cottage, situated on our small working farm, combines the traditional cosiness of a thick-walled stone cottage with all the requirements of modern home living - including free fast fibre WiFi. PLEASE NOTE THIS PROPERTY IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 5. Perfect for autumn/winter staycation or working from home change of scene. The main living area is open-plan with wooden floors, beams and a turf-burning stove which gives off the tantalising smell of Connemara. Turf (peat) is provided. Patio doors open out onto the small paved walkway to the house and give views of the shared garden and out towards fields bounded by the traditional stone walls found in this part of Ireland. The main living space also includes a dining table seating four. Our fully equipped, contemporary kitchen area has granite worktops and the integrated appliances you would expect from a home of this quality, including hob, fan- oven, microwave, and dishwasher. A comfortable sofa, chairs and lovely soft furnishings complete the look. A small flat-screen TV is provided with satellite freeview channels, Irish channels and a dvd/blueray player. The wooden floor is carried through to Bedroom 1, which has a traditional cast-iron framed, Kingsize bed with hotel quality mattress, topper and all bedding. There are plenty of built-in wardrobes and a hotel-style tiled, large en-suite with bath and large, separate shower. Bedroom 2 is accessed via a flight of steep stone steps down to a twin room - again with high quality soft furnishings and bedding. This room also has a hotel-style, tiled en-suite shower room. There is also a US-style laundry cupboard housing a new washing machine and separate condenser dryer. Outside there is a dedicated parking space and extra parking in the shared farm yard - access to a garden, a small paved area, a BBQ and outside eating space with table and chairs. We have aimed to provide a home-from-home Staycation and you are welcome to help yourself to anything else you might need from our garage which contains a shared table tennis table. If available you can borrow stuff for the beach - chairs, portable BBQ, fishing nets for rock-pooling - just help yourself. At a glance: Sleeps 4 adults in comfort 2 large bedrooms 2 en-suite Not suitable for children under 5. Free super fast Fibre Wifi Woodburning stove (turf) Hob, fan oven, dishwasher, washing machine, condenser dryer, freeview TV, DVD player Top quality bedding and house and beach towels included.
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of County Galway
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(146 Reviews)
5.0
Beautiful and historic barn restored perfectly. Loved it all. Well equipped and close to Galway and Connemara National Park. Very warm and inviting. Totally as advertised
5.0
Our stay was everything we could have wanted. We felt immediately at home in the cottage. The location made it easy for us to take day trips to Galway and Kylemore Abbey, but simply driving through the glorious Connemara countryside was the highlight of our days.
5.0
Beautiful base for a quiet stay, close to excellent cafe. Great base for exploring the coast.
5.0
So pleased to have found this place in a beautiful area of Ireland. It was a very peaceful location and perfect for exploring the local area. We used the owner recommendations for food and places to visit and were never disappointed.
5.0
We had such a lovely time! It was so nice to be in the country. Just a short walk to the water. The peace and quite was just what we waltzed. But still close enough to see everything we wanted to see. I especially LOVED their dog! Owners were so nice. We truly truly loved our stay!
5.0
The house was the best base we could have to explore this beautiful part of Ireland. It is very well and tastefully equipped with everything you could possibly need. An extra plus for the kids was the outside trampolin and most of all the very friendly and playful dog. Thanks a lot to Janet and Michael for the warm welcome and helpful tipps!
5.0
Very nice cottage, the owners are very friendly, it's calm and the sea is only a couple of minutes away. The whole region is beautiful. A place where we might come back one day. Thank you Janet and Michael for your help and also the useful information you sent prior arrival.
5.0
Top quality accommodation in an ideal, quiet location. Spotlessly clean and wonderfully spacious, this house exceeded our expectations! Communication with Janet was perfect, and she was available if we had any queries. Highly recommended!
5.0
Don’t pass up on the chance to stay here. It has all the comforts or home and is amazingly situated within a stunning location. Janet and Michael are great hosts and are very helpful and responsive to any questions about the property and area.
5.0
The cottage was a sanctuary of peace while touring the west of Ireland. Great access to the coast, golf, and local pubs. Still accessible to Galway City for a day trip. Hosts were spectacular! If the weather is fine ask about the bog!
5.0
Lovely clean, comfortable property.
5.0
Connemara experience that was perfect! Beautiful lodging, excellent hosts and extensive recommendations for the area. Took Killary fjords boat trip and enjoyed lunch at the Misunderstood Heron. The local tiny thatched pub with its local publican owner was truly a treasure. The local area was especially unique and a wonderful introduction for our Ireland travels. Our highest recommendations!
5.0
It gave us a wonderful base to wander around Galway.
5.0
We had a wonderful time! The renovation of the barn was done beautifully with spacious bedrooms and living space. It was more than enough room and with all the amenities you need for your stay. Janet is a fantastic host; very responsive and welcoming and helpful. She provides extensive info about the barn and the area and things to do-it was a really lovely and enjoyable stay 🙂
5.0
The accommodation is an old cow barn that has been converted into living quarters. Wow, they did an amazing job on it. It’s an exceptionally nice place to stay. And it comes equipped with a Border Collie for entertainment.
The kindness and thoughtfulness of the owner is great, too. She had cake ready for us when we arrived.
We highly recommend Teach na mBo for a base to explore Connemara.
4.0
Excellent location
5.0
This property is very well refurbished to accommodate four people. The kitchen is well stocked with good cooking equipment for those who prefer to eat in. The beds are very comfortable. There are two ensuite bathrooms with showers that work very well. The property is in a great location to explore West and North Connemara. It is also within easy reach of Spiddal,
Barna and Galway City. We were greeted warmly by our host Janet. She gave us good suggestions about local beaches where we could swim during our trip.
5.0
We loved it. The location was great for solitude, yet within driving distance to some amazing places. Walking down to the water during sunset was memorable. The house was excellent.
5.0
Stayed for six days in this beautiful property, check in was simple thanks to easy communication with Janet.
Stunning scenery close by, hire a car and go out and explore.
Highly recommended
5.0
This home exceeded expectations in every way. Location, cleanliness, amenities, comfort... A wonderful experience in a beautiful location!
5.0
A really lovely stay in a converted barn/cow shed. Janet and Michael were really helpful when we needed them, and it was a great base for either East to Galway city and beyond or north to the Connemara hills on the Atlantic coast. Super little beach just 20 mins walk down the road too. Would recommend.
5.0
Clean, quiet, really nicely kitted out. Trampoline an added bonus! The 20 minute walk down to the beach was lovely but could only persuade the teenagers to do it once!
5.0
Perfect place to relax
We had a great visit here. Beautiful location and wonderful home for a small family to share. Loved having the dog around as well. Nice easy drive to Galway and to Cliffs of Moher. Janet responded very quickly to any questions. Thanks for great stay!
5.0
Great place to stay!
We had a great time staying at the cottage and the hosts were very nice and super helpful! Would definitely recommend staying there to anyone!
5.0
Lovely cottage, beautiful and peaceful setting
Michael and Janet were warm, helpful, and gracious hosts. We enjoyed our stay in their cottage and highly recommend it as a base for exploring a beautiful part of the world.
4.0
Our stay at Teach na mBo
Our first trip to Ireland and this was a great base for exploring Connemara, Galway and the Aran Islands. Janet recommended some walks and trips - in particular walks on Gorumna, Omer Island and a trip over to Inis Oirr, the smallest of the Aran Islands. Do try Kai restaurant in Galway (if you can book) - Janet suggested taking the bus in from Costcutter (great idea) and finally if you drive north to Clifden, the sky road is a must and carry on to Kylemore Abbey and stop for lunch at the Misunderstood Heron overlooking Killary Fjord.
5.0
Lovely place with much space and cozy feeling! Very comfortable. It's only a short walk away from the Ocean. By car (35min) places like Galway can be reached. It's close to the ports that bring one to the Arran Islands. We had a lovely stay and discovered Connemara, Galway and the Arran Island (won't tell you which one, though ;))
5.0
Lovely stone character cottage with all the modern amenities you need for a comfortable stay. Spotlessly clean. Great central base for visiting the sights of Connemara and exploring the picturesque coastline.
5.0
Wonderful
Lovely stone character cottage with all the modern amenities you need for a comfortable stay. Spotlessly clean. Great central base for visiting the sights of Connemara and exploring the picturesque coastline.
10.0
Lovely place with much space and cozy feeling! Very comfortable. It's only a short walk away from the Ocean. By car (35min) places like Galway can be reached. It's close to the ports that bring one to the Arran Islands. We had a lovely stay and discovered Connemara, Galway and the Arran Island (won't tell you which one, though ;))
5.0
Loved the little cottage in the field! It has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The hosts were very welcoming. Thanks for making our Ireland vacation so special.
5.0
Irish charm
Loved the little cottage in the field! It has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The hosts were very welcoming. Thanks for making our Ireland vacation so special.
5.0
We had a most excellent stay! Our host are so hospitable and accommodating – they wanted to make sure everything was perfect for us. The cottage is well appointed and quite lovely. Perfect location – not too close to Galway but close enough to get where you want to go. The cottage was a lovely blend of history with modern conveniences.
Most definitely would recommend this for friends and family and will certainly come back the next time we’re in Ireland.
5.0
What a wonderful cottage
We had a most excellent stay! Our host are so hospitable and accommodating – they wanted to make sure everything was perfect for us. The cottage is well appointed and quite lovely. Perfect location – not too close to Galway but close enough to get where you want to go. The cottage was a lovely blend of history with modern conveniences.
Most definitely would recommend this for friends and family and will certainly come back the next time we’re in Ireland.
5.0
Beautiful original features, perfect mix of modern & traditional. A warms, comfortable and very relaxing property.
5.0
We absolutely loved this quiet gem of a property nestled about 35 minutes west of Galway! Cozy and quaint for a small group. Perfect location for our adventures out to Connemara, Cliffs of Moher, and Cork. The ferry to the Aran Islands was also about an 8 minute drive. We also enjoyed the quiet stroll down the road to the beach where we found some small seashells. Costcutter grocers was perfect for us to shop for our food and necessities. We will definitely be venturing back to this property and location!
5.0
Amazing Location!
We absolutely loved this quiet gem of a property nestled about 35 minutes west of Galway! Cozy and quaint for a small group. Perfect location for our adventures out to Connemara, Cliffs of Moher, and Cork. The ferry to the Aran Islands was also about an 8 minute drive. We also enjoyed the quiet stroll down the road to the beach where we found some small seashells. Costcutter grocers was perfect for us to shop for our food and necessities. We will definitely be venturing back to this property and location!
5.0
Home from home !
What a wonderful home, beautifully restored with all modern conveniences included. Míle buíochas!
5.0
Lovely holiday home in beautiful Ballynahown
Really enjoyed our recent stay at Teach na nBó in Baile na hAbhann. Roomy yet cosy, beautifully decorated and well equipped. A short walk to the sea. Will definitely return.
5.0
Returning…
We stayed there last year and loved the place, we loved it just as much this year. Hosts were great, in fact everything was super….
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in County Galway?
The average price for a rental in County Galway is $199 per night. This rental is $122 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Connemara Stone Barn on Wild Atlantic Way, walk to beach, near Aran Island Ferry. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Connemara Stone Barn on Wild Atlantic Way, walk to beach, near Aran Island Ferry pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Connemara Stone Barn on Wild Atlantic Way, walk to beach, near Aran Island Ferry?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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