Title: Ballyvara House - a two story that sleeps 28 guests in 11 bedrooms Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6069899&destination=Doolin%2C+County+Clare%2C+Ireland&selected=110905223&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ballyvara House - a two story that sleeps 28 guests in 11 bedrooms ## Photo gallery for Ballyvara House - a two story that sleeps 28 guests in 11 bedrooms ![TV, fireplace - Ballyvara House - a two story that sleeps 28 guests in 11 bedrooms (Doolin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110910000/110905300/110905223/0f95416c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Ballyvara House - a two story that sleeps 28 guests in 11 bedrooms (Doolin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110910000/110905300/110905223/39123a0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Ballyvara House - a two story that sleeps 28 guests in 11 bedrooms (Doolin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110910000/110905300/110905223/9d1fefff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![11 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Ballyvara House - a two story that sleeps 28 guests in 11 bedrooms (Doolin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110910000/110905300/110905223/0df2ffb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Ballyvara House - a two story that sleeps 28 guests in 11 bedrooms (Doolin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110910000/110905300/110905223/ba63f9a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located close to Cliffs of Moher, Ballyvara House - a two story that sleeps 28 guests in 11 bedrooms has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 11 bedrooms12 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ballyvara House - a two story that sleeps 28 guests in 11 bedrooms Ballyvara House is a substantial luxury self-catering property boasting 11 en-suite bedrooms; the property can comfortably sleep up to 28 guests. The spacious house is an ideal group accommodation venue for a large family gathering, a Christmas or New Year's get together or a hen or bridal party. Once a 100+ year old thatched cottage Ballyvara House has been transformed into the perfect property for your group stay in Doolin. There is ample space within Ballyvara House that groups can stay and never feel crowded. Get the bar stocked and enjoy a drink in the lounge in front of a roaring fire or a welcoming glass of wine out on the patio in the courtyard garden. ​Ballyvara House features an expansive lobby, a large sitting room with open fire, a hand made stone bar and an off-kitchen dining room. The commercial kitchen has two ovens with 4-ring gas stove-top over each, a salamander grill and a large water boiler. Children will always be entertained with the pool table in side the games rooms with a tennis court and play village outside for them to enjoy. \*Please note that a Security deposit of 750.00Euro is payable with final balance - pending no incidents at the property, this will be refunded 2 days after departure\* ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 11 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 12 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Hiking nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75710000/75709900/75709839/80b37daf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Dean Galway Galway City Centre - Pool - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 628 reviews £138 includes taxes & fees 16 Apr - 17 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=75709839&PinnedHotelID=75709839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83500/83441/6392d455.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Connemara Coast Hotel Galway - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews £139 includes taxes & fees 8 Apr - 9 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=83441&PinnedHotelID=83441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16300/16232/4850a055.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Connacht Hotel Ballybaan Beg - Pool - Kids’ pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews £117 includes taxes & fees 26 Apr - 27 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-26&endDate=2026-04-27&selected=16232&PinnedHotelID=16232&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4100/4076/55b4014f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Glenlo Abbey Hotel Kentfield - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 657 reviews £288 includes taxes & fees 27 Apr - 28 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-27&endDate=2026-04-28&selected=4076&PinnedHotelID=4076&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/900/887/dcd55066.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The House Hotel Galway City Centre - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Housekeeping 9.4 Exceptional 111 reviews £164 includes taxes & fees 5 Apr - 6 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=887&PinnedHotelID=887&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Ecotours](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36290000/36289800/36289766/c6fc9fc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wild Honey Inn Lisdoonvarna - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Housekeeping - Soundproof rooms 9.2 Wonderful 32 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-18&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=36289766&PinnedHotelID=36289766&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32820000/32816900/32816894/9e41a49a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quaint and Luxurious Cottage overlooking Doolin and the Aran Islands Doolin - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 4 reviews £541 includes taxes & fees 1 May - 2 May [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-05-01&endDate=2026-05-02&selected=32816894&PinnedHotelID=32816894&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42090000/42082900/42082861/7bc332d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Irish cottage, located on the Wild Atlantic Way! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 643978 ## About the area Located in Doolin, this holiday home is in a rural area. Doolin Pitch & Putt and Lahinch Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cliffs of Moher and Doolin Cave. Burren Stained Glass Art and Lahinch Seaworld are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking. [Visit our Doolin travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Doolin.dx6069899) [View more Holiday homes in Doolin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Doolin-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6069899-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.01203%2C-9.36804&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9WlMMVZXHiqNPp52zzGFitBGGHM=) Doolin, County Clare ### What's nearby - ![Spectacular landscape of the Burren region of County Clare, Ireland. Exposed karst limestone bedrock at the Burren National Park.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160521/77619e95-05ee-4875-9428-746d03a9fa34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) The Burren 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![Doolin Cave](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6166314/815615ae-856b-4117-968f-434c47c4e1e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Doolin Cave 5 min drive \- 3.0 miles - ![Cliffs of Moher](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090305/810d2e30-a671-4448-997d-2c1085d321cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cliffs of Moher 7 min drive \- 6.0 miles - Doolin Pitch & Putt 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Doolin Garden and Nursery 5 min drive \- 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Shannon (SNN) 64 min drive ### Restaurants - Cliffs View Cafe 8 min drive - Frantic Chef 12 min drive - Gus O'Connor's 19 min walk - McGann's Pub & Restaurant 13 min walk - Fitzpatrick's 10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ballyvara House - a two story that sleeps 28 guests in 11 bedrooms pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Ballyvara House - a two story that sleeps 28 guests in 11 bedrooms? ### What time is check-in at Ballyvara House - a two story that sleeps 28 guests in 11 bedrooms? ### What time is check-out at Ballyvara House - a two story that sleeps 28 guests in 11 bedrooms? ### Where is Ballyvara House - a two story that sleeps 28 guests in 11 bedrooms located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ballyvara House - a two story that sleeps 28 guests in 11 bedrooms Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan & Garrett 12 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy A whole bed and breakfast all to yourself, the place was gorgeous and had plenty of space for our family and friends to get together and enjoy our trip! 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