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House with character

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Situated by a serene body of water, this charming house offers a tranquil retreat with a sloped roof and red fence.
Enjoy the scenic views from the viewing platform, surrounded by lush greenery and a rustic fence.
Enjoy a serene beach experience with calm waters and breathtaking views of distant hills.
Enjoy meals in this kitchen with a dining table, refrigerator, and balcony access.
Relax by the window with a good book and enjoy the view.

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101561 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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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.

House with character

Completely renovated house situated on the beautiful Beirteach Buí Bay , a lovely cottage to relax in comfort and tranquility overlooking the bay ,access to fishing ( fishing trips can be organised by owner ) Numerous beaches to explore in the area and many routes to stroll or cycle and mountains to climb. Excellent Local seafood restaurant. Traditional music and boating festival during summer months.

Property manager

John McDonagh

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,561 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

House With Character Cashel, Connemara
House With Character Private vacation home
House With Character Private vacation home Cashel, Connemara

About the area

Map
Cashel, Connemara, County Galway

What's nearby

  • Gurteen Bay Beach - 39 min drive - 21.3 miles
  • Sky Road - 39 min drive - 25.4 miles
  • Dog's Bay Beach - 41 min drive - 22.1 miles
  • Kylemore Abbey - 47 min drive - 28.5 miles
  • Connemara National Park - 56 min drive - 32.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Vaughan's - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪The Shamrock Bar - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪O'Dowds - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Fisherman's pub - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Tigh Mheaic Pub - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is House with character pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at House with character?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House with character?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is House with character located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Lough Truskeena and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lough Numbrackkeagh and Black Lough South. Lough Keeraim and Lough Clooshgirrea are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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House with character Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darren S.

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

Great Place...Great Views...Wonderful People

Clean, warm, comfortable with great views and lots of space.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Fantastic stay

Thank you Mairead and John for a lovely stay - we will be sure to recommend your home to our friends and family - Margo and Paul
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

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

Lovely home in the country

Our host greeted us upon arrival and did a thorough walk through with us to show us around and how to operate everything. The home heats with wood stoves and a boiler so she helped get everything started and warmed up. The bedrooms suited us perfectly - we had 4 adults and 5 kids age 10-15 and the set up worked great. The home is very private but easy to find.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen R.

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

Relaxing Galway/Mayo Holiday

The house was just as the description promised. The view was amazing! A little isolated but was perfect for relaxing after a day out exploring the area.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven M., Columbia, MO

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

A perfect place to stay

The home was just as described and the owners are absolutely delightful and helpful. The location is beautiful with easy access to so many points of interest. I can’t recommend this home enough. Our only complaint was not being able to stay longer.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline J.

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

Glynsk bay cottage.

Well equipped, and clean with great views. An old cottage beautifully restored in a very peaceful setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noel K.

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

Excellent location.

On the whole our 4 night stay was excellent. John and his wife were brilliant especially helping me with my disabled dad. The house is great and views breathtaking, Will be definitely coming back in the future !!!!! Noel
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

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

Pat

The property was large enough for the family to get together and the view was fantastic will come back again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mick J.

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

Beautiful place

Fabulous position with amazing views of the bay and sunsets. Comfortable, well equipped, spacious. Absolutely perfect for a family reunion. Loved every minute of it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katharina B.

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

Cozy house in Connemara with stunning views

We stayed in this nice house 6 nights. We were 8 adults and two kids under two years. We felt so welcome and it was like being home. The house is so cozy and well prepared! Especially the kids liked the music toys. The owner had everything beautifully decorated for my mom’s 60 th birthday. Thank you so much! Hope we can come again! Greetings Katharina
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Peace and quiet with comfort.

I have been renting cottages in Ireland for 20 years - this was easily the best. It was warm, spacious, well-equipped, quiet and extremely comfortable. Booking it, finding it and communicating with the owners was straightforward and simple, and the area in which it is located is ideal for a restful holiday with plenty to do near at hand.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Edward G., Manchester

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

Great location

The house is well situated for exploring the area. You've got the mountains of Connemara, the attractive coastline with many beaches, the Aran Islands off the coast reachable by ferry, the city of Galway, and further afield many other places to visit. The hosts are very helpful and provide everything that's needed in the house. All one needs is fine weather which we mostly had. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R.

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

Breathe taking views

Photographs do not do the views from this property any justice, they were stunning. We were incredibly lucky with the weather which no doubt helped. The house has everything you might need for a 2 week stay and the kitchen was well equipped. The nearest restaurant was a brisk 15 minute walk which was perfect. Our only issue was that a couple of the mattresses were not as comfortable as we would have liked but it didn't hamper our stay and would not stop me from recommending this house for a family get-a-way for anyone else. The owners made us feel very welcome.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette O., County Clare

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

Beautiful Home, Wonderful Location & Excellent Hosts

The house is gorgeous and the location is idyllic. Everything you could possibly need was supplied and the house was spotless. John & Mairead are wonderful hosts and went over and beyond for us. We were welcomed when we arrived with a turf fire. They even drove to Galway to return a phone that was left behind. The beaches nearby are stunning. The home is an easy drive to so many of Connemara's attractions. Can highly recommend and looking forward to a return visit.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colin R.

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

Highly Recommended for families or smaller groups

I had a wonderful stay in this cottage. The cottage has all you need like home from home. It is located just a few metres from the sea with the Connemara mountains in the distance. Its idea for exploring the rugged coast, the mountains, the fjord and lochs. With many walks to enjoy. There is a nearby pub that serves great food. John and Mairead are super hosts.John keeps a distant but watchful eye and would be there to help should the need arise. I would recommend for families or smaller group. I spent a month there and was sad to leave. Thank you John it was a pleasure to have met you and to stay at your wonderful cottage.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Falk R.

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

All we need

In order to my 60. Birthday i asked my children if they want to make holiday with me on ireland. So we started last year to search a house for 5 adults and three childs up to 13 years. We saw pictures from this cottage and we booked it. For three families the house was perfect, the bathrooms are great, enough dishes, garden, water The owner and his wife came to ask if all it good, we talked a while and he told us the history of the cottage. It was a good week for all of us
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mekia W.

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

Blissful

We had the absolute pleasure of staying at the Glinsk Bay Holiday Rental in Connemara, Galway, and "perfect" doesn't even begin to describe it! The location is stunningly serene, with breathtaking views across the bay and the mountains as a picturesque backdrop. Every morning, we were greeted with the beauty of the landscape right outside the windows, reminding us we were in a truly magical place. The holiday home itself was cozy, charming, and beautifully maintained, with thoughtful touches that made it feel like a home away from home. The house’s traditional Connemara charm paired with all the modern comforts made our stay incredibly comfortable and relaxing. From the warm interior to the lovely garden and surrounding stone walls, every detail added to the experience. The peacefulness of the bay and the surrounding countryside allowed us to disconnect from the usual hustle and bustle, while still having easy access to local amenities and the captivating sights of Connemara. This is truly a hidden gem, and we can't recommend it highly enough. If you're looking for a getaway where you can unwind and soak in Ireland's natural beauty, Glinsk Bay Holiday Rental is the place to be. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

elsa d.

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

Exceptionnel

Ce logement est exceptionnel tant au niveau de la localisation que du logement en lui mème. Au bord de l eau, l accueil est chaleureux, l espace fonctionnel et impeccable. Les sites touristiques sont proches. Nous avons passé un excellent séjour sans manquer de rien.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice P.

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

Tres jolie maison dans un cadre privilégié

Nous avons passé trois nuits dans cette jolie maison parfaitement équipée et située dans un petit coin de nature preservée. Nous avons particulièrement appreciée la vue sur la mer et le cocooning au coin du poêle. Si nous en avons l'occasion nous reviendrons avec plaisir. John et son épouse sont charmants et accueillants. John et son epouse charmantsaccueillants.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

Sehr nette Vermieter!

Wir hatten eine tolle Woche. Der Empfang durch die Vermieter war herzlich. Das Haus ist geräumig und der Blick auf's Meer ist spektakulär! Das Mobiliar ist teilweise in die Jahre gekommen, trägt jedoch zum Charme des Hauses bei.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne M.

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

Vacation Stay

The house was spacious and a perfect view of the bay. The April weather was perfect to stay at this house. You needed the heat when you got up and the rest of the day was perfect. This location allowed us to travel and see places like the Aran Islands, and shop. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ursula F.

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

Traumhafte Auszeit

So stellt man sich einen rundum erholsamen Urlaub vor. Unglaublich freundliche und aufmerksame Gastgeber, die einen herzlich willkommen heißen. Das Haus ist sehr sauber und schön eingerichtet und man fühlt sich sofort zu Hause. Die Umgebung ist wunderschön. Vielen Dank!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Criona Q.

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

Awesome cottage

Wonderful cottage, lovely wood burners to keep warm, great views and fabulous dark sky for star gazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin D.

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

Connemara - außergewöhnliches Cottage in traumhafter Lage

Im Cottage war alles so wunderbar und die Vermieter sind wirklich überaus nett und kümmern sich darum, dass man sich sofort willkommen und wohlfühlte!!!! Dafür 10 🌟
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helene M.

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

Découverte

Nous avons passé un très bon séjour dépaysant et paisible . Très belle vue du gîte . John est toujours disponible et il est très à l écoute de ses hôtes. Nous avons été pêchés les crabes et araignées de mer ! Le gîte était parfait avec tout le confort .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024