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Located close to Eyre Square, Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy, Sleeps up to 6. Central Location. provides an adjacent golf course, a garden and a playground. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms3750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy, Sleeps up to 6. Central Location.

  • Experience the Timeless Elegance of Nile Lodge in Galway

    Welcome to Nile Lodge, the most exclusive private rental house in the City of Galway. Built in 1807, this landmark Georgian residence offers an exceptionally high standard of elegant and spacious accommodation in one of the city's most historic and imposing homes.

    Perfectly located in the heart of Galway City, Nile Lodge is a mere five-minute walk from the famous Quay Street, brimming with excellent restaurants, pubs, and shops. The beach and seafront are just as close, offering opportunities for leisurely walks or invigorating jogs along the seaside promenade on the shores of Galway Bay.

    Nile Lodge is exquisitely furnished with beautiful antiques and fine décor, featuring vaulted ceilings and elegant chandeliers. Guests can unwind or work in privacy across three reception rooms, each exuding charm and comfort. The interior retains period features such as original fireplaces, wooden floors, and high ceilings, blending historical character with modern luxury.
    Set on over an acre of mature, landscaped gardens, this outstanding property provides ample parking and a serene retreat. The high-walled private garden, lawn, and atmospheric patio area make Nile Lodge a particularly desirable rental.
    The house comfortably accommodates ten guests, with two bedrooms and two bathrooms on the lower garden level. Each bedroom is thoughtfully decorated, ensuring a restful stay.

    The house is quite traditional in layout with a stunning entrance hall and bright, spacious rooms with large windows.
    The drawing room and dining room are on opposite sides of the hall and both have a wonderful formality and elegance, while still being comfortable and welcoming. Both rooms are ideal for entertaining on a fairly grand scale. The vaulted ceilings have beautiful plasterwork and marble fireplaces, exquisite hand cut chandeliers, beautiful Irish carpets and superior quality antique furniture all add to the grandeur of Nile Lodge.

    There is a luxurious living room at the end of the entrance hall which also has a high vaulted ceiling, magnificent antique furniture and large open fire making it perfect for relaxed, intimate conversation. The living room opens onto a period conservatory which, in turn, opens onto a furnished Italianate patio, the perfect place for summer evening barbecues, relaxing with a glass of wine.

    At a Glance:

    • Sleeps 6 people
    • Three master bedrooms. All on premier floor.
    • Three bathrooms
    • Spacious gardens with off road parking for three cars.
    • A large landscaped back garden, with well kept lawn. Unique in size for a city house.
    • High walled patio area to rear of house,
    • Welcome pack of groceries.
    • Work space quiet area .
    • Large living room with a dining table, relaxed seating, big flat screen TV and cable, an open fire and board games
    This opens into a pretty Victorian conservatory and Italianate patio
    • Old world kitchen with Aga cooker, overhead clothes dryer and modern appliances including dishwasher
    • Pantry with a washing machine and tumble dryer
    • Free extremely fast Wi-Fi
    • Hairdryers and bathroom amenities

    Ideal Location in Galway City close to Galway's West End with lots of coffee shops, restaurants and pubs with traditional music.

    Nile Lodge is located midway on The Wild Atlantic Way.

    It is a perfect location for daytrips to:
    • The Cliffs of Moher
    • Connemara National Park
    • Kylemore Abbey, Killary Fiord, The Twelve Bens of Connemara.
    • The Aran Islands
    • The Burren
    • The Corrib (daily boat trips)

    Golf enthusiasts can enjoy many excellent golf courses within an hour's drive, including:
    • Galway Bay Golf Course
    • Lahinch Golf Course
    • Dromoland Castle Golf Course
    • Connemara Golf Course
    • Salthill Golf Course
    • Oughterard Golf Course
    • Glenlo Abbey golf Course,

    Discover the perfect blend of historical charm and modern luxury at Nile Lodge, your elegant home away from home in Galway.
    Enjoy the unique opportunity to stay in one of the city's oldest houses, where history and comfort meet in perfect harmony.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside house

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours 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
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 3,750 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Smoking is allowed in the patio outside the rear of the house.
No additional guests without prior arrangement.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: discuss with owner

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We have a baby's cot, high chair and changing mat.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside house

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the area

Located in Claddagh, a neighbourhood in Galway, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Galway Arts Centre and Galway Atlantaquaria are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Quay Street and Shop Street. Travelling with kids? Consider Millennium Children's Park and Playground and Leisureland. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking. Visit our Galway travel guide
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Nile Lodge, Galway City

What's nearby

  • A mural of The Latin Quarter in Galway, Ireland, depicting colorful buildings and street scenes.
    Quay Street
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • An archway framing a historic stone building with a red window and a signboard.
    Spanish Arch
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A historic building with a central arched doorway, flanked by symmetrical wings with windows and a red door.
    University of Galway
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A blue boat docked at a pier with a red buoy, surrounded by colorful buildings and other boats.
    Galway Harbour
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A modern sculpture with water jets in a public square, surrounded by buildings and a clear blue sky.
    Eyre Square
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Galway Station
    6 min drive
  • Shannon (SNN)
    78 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonagh's Seafood Bar
    13 min walk
  • The Quays
    13 min walk
  • Tigh Neachtain
    14 min walk
  • Monroe's
    10 min walk
  • Ard Bia at Nimmos
    13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy, Sleeps up to 6. Central Location. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy, Sleeps up to 6. Central Location.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy, Sleeps up to 6. Central Location.?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy, Sleeps up to 6. Central Location.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy, Sleeps up to 6. Central Location. located?

This family-friendly Galway holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Grattan Beach and Eyre Square. Galway Bay and Salthill Promenade are also within 10 minutes. Galway Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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