Set in its own grounds with ample parking, Saula's large holiday house offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy modern comforts in the fully-fitted kitchen, relax in the comfortable lounge with TV and WiFi, or explore nearby beaches on Achill Sound.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Saula Bay Breathtaking Modern House on Island Time
Large house is available for holiday rental in Saula with views across the tidal waters of Saula Bay to Achill Sound village. Recently refurbished to a very high standard, with hardwood floors and leather lounge suite, this detached house stands in its own grounds with ample off street parking. It sleeps up to ten, in four bedrooms; one master en-suite, two triples (one double bed and one single bed in each) and one bedroom with bunk beds. There is a family bathroom as well as a downstairs cloakroom. The property includes a large fully-fitted kitchen with all modern conveniences, plus a separate utility, and a large comfortable lounge with TV and wifi. Located adjacent to the Great Western Greenway extension with easy cycling access to Achill Sound and beyond.
Short drive to all beaches on the island!
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Things to do
Optional golf privileges
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
THE HOUSE NEEDS TO BE LEFT IN A REASONABLE MANNER UPON YOUR DEPARTURE.
All garbage/recycling must be put in the designated outside bins on the side of the house.
All bed linens need to be stripped and left on top of beds on the day of checkout.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Saula Bay Breathtaking Modern House on Island Time pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Saula Bay Breathtaking Modern House on Island Time?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Saula Bay Breathtaking Modern House on Island Time?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Saula Bay Breathtaking Modern House on Island Time?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Saula Bay Breathtaking Modern House on Island Time located?
Situated in Achill Island, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Kildownet Castle and Minaun Heights. Keel Beach is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.
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Reviews
Reviews
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Home decor was lovely , lovely linen, lots of space . Felt very comfortable staying there. Location superb - short car drive from everywhere. Few minor issues which have been feed back to owner - grubby laundry and main bathroom - ensuite was lovely , bins full.
We loved staying at this house, it had everything we needed and we were less than 20 minutes from everything on the entire island. Will definitely come here again
House was perfect for both adults and children, very comfortable beds and very clean on arrival. Beautiful views both day and night.we were lucky to have great weather too. A perfect base to explore achill.
Our family had a wonderful time in Saula Bay House. Quite neighbourhood and accessible to shop and beaches. Amazing location for walking with great views. Peter and Martina was easy to deal with and very helpful.
Rosalie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified
6/10 Okay
Shelley S.
13 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Here for the Achill Half Marathon
The home was nice, a little rough around the edges. Location was so-so. Property manager had a car break down so unable to meet with us to review the property, we did fine on our own though. The house was clean, beds comfortable.
Shelley S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
jefferson
14 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Host's mail ID and phone number provided on the booking page were invalid and we couldn't contact the host beforehand reaching the property. No details about check-in were shared and we ended up waiting outside the property until a caretaker showed up with the keys to the property.
House was in decent condition. Faced few issues like the tumble dryer not working, broken bed frames etc. Shower tap got stuck few times but worked ok. House have a decent enough parking space with a good location to major attractions.
No eircode so had to stop at house to get directions. When we pulled up no gardens all wild but house inside was fab everything was spotless all new furniture,beds and bed linen could not fault the house once we got there very near achill sound and lovely drives all around
majella
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Geraint P.
7 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Mr Purcell
Very enjoyable once we were able to get access to the property. We were told to contact Karen but no phone number left asking local neighbours did they now any phone numbers and one neighbour new the cleaner and she gave us the code to access the property. For the 4 days we were there nobody contacted us or check if we were even there So check in procedure very poor when you’ve been travelling 13hours
Big property, good location - cleaning to be improved
Location and property size was great. However the cleanliness of the house was not under minimum standards. Kitchen accessories, appliances, etc. Then the floor, dust in the rooms. And also outside, big space for the kids to explore, but we had to explore first because there were litter outside. We talked with the owner and she was not fully aware of the condition of the house and ensure to take care of it for next visits. (Also the heater will be checked as it was doing strange sounds). The overall score drops mainly for the cleaning and kitchen usage.
I believe that the landlord must put himself in the tourist's shoes and that s/he should make them feel like home. Tourists arrive tired on holiday, and the onliy thing they wants to do, after arriving in a welcoming and clean house, having unpacked their bags and tidied up, is to relax.
Unfortunately, i did not find all this in this house.
The hosts were on Holiday and gave us a telephone number to contact. This person was also away and after we needed him, he gave us a new contact number.
1: the house is not where it shows on the Google map,in the GPS coordinates. That point is on Mount MWEELIN. If you really want to know the exact point where you are renting and reach the house without getting lost for 3 hours, you have to look for the house in Salia.
2: the house has been vacant for 6 months the walls were cold & damp, found pillow with signs of mold.
3. The house was very dirty. We had to thoroughly clean ourselves. With umand dirt (fake nails on the floor, hair,..) there was that of the building cement dust was still there and could smell it. The kitchen was dirty too.
4.WC and shower in the bathroom were broken. The washer and dryer had not been cleanded, there were monsters in the filters.
5:We could onl obtain Wifi access after two days. Thank you Eileen fo providing this.
We are heartbroken because that house is beautiful but it wasn't ready to be rented. What seems to matter to the landlord is just getting rental money and that's really sad.
Der Urlaub auf der Insel war traumhaft, angenehm milde Temperaturen genau richtig für Unternehmungen und zum Wandern.
Die Unterkunft war mit Navi gut zu finden. Der Kontakt zu den Eigentümern für eine genaue Adresse, naja lies aber auf sich warten. Der erste Eindruck des Hauses war ordentlich. Wir hatten viel Platz. Es gab viele helle Räume zum Verweilen.
Aber: gleich am ersten Tag funktionierte weder Heizung noch Trockner. Am selben Abend kam ein plumber um sich die Heizung anzusehen. In den darauffolgenden Tagen bemerkten wir immer mehr Mängel im Haus: die Toiletten waren nicht abschließbar. Einige Fenster ließen sich nicht öffnen, andere wiederum konnte man gar nicht schließen, da kein Griff vorhanden war und so das Haus schlechten Gewissens immer offenstand. Einen Besen haben wir nicht gefunden, lediglich einen Staubsauger, der schon die besten Tage hinter sich hatte. Das Geschirr war nicht wirklich sauber. ALLE Tassen hatten eklige Kaffeeränder!
Der "Garten" ist Ödland. Hochgewachsenes Gestrüpp, zwischen dem sich viel Müll verheddert hatte. Auch große Regentonnen lagen wild herum.
Am letzten Tag bekamen wir alle noch eine Überraschung beim Abziehen der Betten. Die Hälfte aller unserer Kopfkissen waren verschimmelt. Das war sooooo eklig! Dementsprechend gabs auch eine Grußkarte von uns. Sowas darf nicht passieren!!!! Bei so viel Miete müssen Bettzeug, Handtücher, Matratzen, Geschirr und sonstiges doch viel häufiger erneuert werden!!!!
Lovely house in peaceful surroundings. Easy to reach everywhere on the island.
Natalie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
4/10 Poor
Ciara O.
6 Aug 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
No hot water or heating
While the property was well situated, spacious, well equipped, for the most part newly refurbished and well laid out our biggest disappointment was no hot water for kitchen taps or shower/bath is the main bathroom. 1 electric shower in en suite room to serve all the guests. When I brought this to the attention of the property manager (on the 1st evening of our stay) I was told a "delivery of oil" would be arranged. It did not happen in the duration of our visit. No oil also meant no central heating and no fire in the sitting room. There was no means of heating the house during a week that was very wet and windy and temperatures dropped considerably. This is such a shame. I would have scored the property much more generously if we had not encountered these issues.
Tranquil, good views, could use a little maintenance
Overall, a good experience. Some negatives. Front door lock difficult to open. Fridge quite small for a 4 bed house. trash and broken glass in back yard. Mold in coffee maker. Not enough sheet bedding. Needed to buy dishwasher tablets and paper towels.
House was clean and comfortable and in a good location in Achill. No faults at all with house but our group struggled a bit with just two showers/baths as only the en suite was electric and second one was tempermental. Normally there is tea/coffee etc as welcome hospitality but nothing on arrival (not even toilet roll!). Outside could do with a little tidy up. Don't let these comments put anyone off as we would definitely go back and stay again, it's just constructive comments.
The house was amazing to stay in. The host Peter was very welcoming and made our trip. I would definitely stay there again!
Joeleen R.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Deirdre F.
13 Sept 2021
Liked: Communication, location
Achill Stay
House nice and clean. Freezer in kitchen was not working and needs to be sorted out. There was a room called the sun room which had a patio door which was locked. It would have been nice to be able to open that door and sit outside. There was a bit of rubbish strewn about which made the area look grubby. That would need to be kept cleaner. It was really easy to deal with the manager, he was very helpful.
The house was perfect, lots of space as advertised. Very clean and lots of delph, cookware, spare bed linen. Only down side only one shower for 8 people and no lids on outside bins so the birds pulled stuff out. Apart from that it was excellent and caretaker was very helpful
Lovely house, great hosts came down and found us on the island when we arrived, you will need a car staying at this property but a car is essential anywhere on the island as the attractions are quite far away from each other, the only thing I could fault the property on was there was no blackout blinds in the bedrooms but would definitely stay here again