Title: BEN GOWER, pet friendly, with open fire in Oughterard, County Galway Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # BEN GOWER, pet friendly, with open fire in Oughterard, County Galway ## Photo gallery for BEN GOWER, pet friendly, with open fire in Oughterard, County Galway ![Exterior - BEN GOWER, pet friendly, with open fire in Oughterard, County Galway (GAILLIMH)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106570000/106567800/106567770/6980381b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - BEN GOWER, pet friendly, with open fire in Oughterard, County Galway (GAILLIMH)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106570000/106567800/106567770/7ba149ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - BEN GOWER, pet friendly, with open fire in Oughterard, County Galway (GAILLIMH)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106570000/106567800/106567770/523e6cca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - BEN GOWER, pet friendly, with open fire in Oughterard, County Galway (GAILLIMH)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106570000/106567800/106567770/935b465c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, travel cot, WiFi - BEN GOWER, pet friendly, with open fire in Oughterard, County Galway (GAILLIMH)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106570000/106567800/106567770/2cb5ef91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies BEN GOWER, pet friendly, with open fire in Oughterard, County Galway provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom1130 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### BEN GOWER, pet friendly, with open fire in Oughterard, County Galway Ben Gower in Recess near Oughterard, sleeps four people in two bedrooms. Ben Gower has a kitchen with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, coffee machine, kettle and toaster. and a living/dining room with a woodburning stove and Smart TV. The bedrooms consist of a double with en-suite shower room and twin. There is also a bathroom with bath, basin and WC. Outside, there is a non-enclosed shared lawn, a patio with picnic benches and off-road parking for three cars. One dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 5.6 miles. WiFi, fuel, power, starter pack for woodburning stove, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. Visit Ben Gower for your next adventure. Note: Check-in from 3.30pm, check-out by 10.30am. Amenities: Oil central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, coffee machine, kettle and toaster. Smart TV, WiFi. Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair and travel cot available. Off-road parking for 3 cars. Rear patio with picnic benches. Non-enclosed shared lawn. One dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 5.6 miles. Note: Check-in from 3.30pm, check-out by 10.30am. Note: Three steps into the kitchen Region: Towering cliffs stand next to vast stretches of golden sand, whilst vast mountain ranges cradle cool, low-lying lakes. The Galway region epitomises the term ‘great outdoors’; with fantastic walking and cycling and exhilarating water sports. Town: The traditional village of Oughterard is found in the west of Ireland on the shores of Lough Corrib, at the start of the Connemara Mountain range and close to the famous Western Way. Home to the Oughterard 18-hole championship golf course, Derroura Mountain Bike Trail and Aughnanure Castle, there are lots of things to see and do, and located next to Lough Corrib, Oughterard is great for lovers of fishing. Just a short drive away in Roscahil is the pretty Brigit's Garden; with four main gardens and places to play, sit and relax, this is a great day out for all the family. Only 17 miles from Oughterard lies Galway City, where you can discover some of Ireland's long and varied history; visit Lynch's Castle, or trace the origin of the famous Claddagh Ring, which originated in a village near the shore of Galway Bay. A lovely lough-side village, all year round. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near the bay ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Golfing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,130 square feet ## Similar properties ![Mountain view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15560000/15557100/15557018/w350h458x0y0-5a8842c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Castlehouse B&B Renvyle - 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21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 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 ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### 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 professional host. 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 not indicated whether 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 639401 ## About the area Located in Oughterard, this cottage is in the mountains. Oughterard District Bog Natural Heritage Area and Lorgan Lough reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Brigit's Garden and Joyce Country Sheepdogs. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with cycling. 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