Award Winning Historic Country House Estate South of Galway Bay

• Inchiquin House

  Inchiquin House

  • Guest Sheila
  • Date of stay 11/20/10
  • Review Submitted 09/12/11
  I had an absolutely fantastic weekend break at Inchiquin House with a group of friends in November 2010, and can't wait to go back. The house is stunning, and the attention to detail in the restoration process is evident everywhere, from the antique grandfather clock in the hall, to the grand dining room, to the luxurious drawing room. Each bedroom has it's own individuality, and is comfortably and tastefully decorated without compromising authenticity. The kitchen is the ultimate in modern functionality, and the meal prepared there by the chef for us was absolutely delicious. A stroll around the grounds has something for everyone - the children's playroom is a special treat. With The Burren on the doorstep, and charming Corofin nearby, the location cannot be faulted. My only regret is that I didn't have more time at Inchiquin House - a thoroughly enjoyable experience.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, people with disabilities.

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• Inchiquin House Co. Clare

  Inchiquin House Co. Clare

  • Guest roger o.
  • Date of stay 02/18/11
  • Review Submitted 09/05/11
  Charming country experience. My wife and I loved it. Ideal for anyone who loves irish country charm, elegance, the outdoors and a cosy warm fire with lovely scrummy food. All the mod cons - nice touch.

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• An Amazingly Peaceful Retreat

  An Amazingly Peaceful Retreat

  • Guest Buddy6
  • Date of stay 07/31/11
  • Review Submitted 09/04/11
  In August my family and I spent a week’s holiday in Inchiquin House in County Clare. The house is set amongst trees about a mile from the main road and the peaceful atmosphere helps you to relax and forget about the pressures of everyday life. This beautiful house has been restored to its former glory with loving care and attention to detail. The spacious rooms are inviting with comfortable furnishings and beautiful paintings and many family photographs. It is as if you step back in time and share in the history of the family. The house is situated in one of the most historic and interesting parts of Ireland with various places of interest to visit, especially the Burren which is breathtakingly beautiful. If you are thinking of spending a holiday here I would suggest allowing more than one week to see all the places of interest in the surrounding area. During our stay we had the pleasure of having dinner prepared on two occasions by the resident chef and his wife using locally sourced produce – the meals were delicious. Our thanks also to the House Manager who was very welcoming and made sure everything was in order for our stay.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, adventure seekers, people with disabilities.

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• Idyllic stay

  Idyllic stay

  • Guest Karen L.
  • Date of stay 07/31/11
  • Review Submitted 09/03/11
  We visited Inchiquin House in August this year, with members of our extended family. The house, its setting, and the location are all fantastic! The house and grounds are beautiful. Grand, but welcoming and relaxing. You feel a real sense of personal family history to the place - something that makes it all the more special. The surrounding area offered plenty to keep us occupied – a number of local historical sites (we enjoyed a personal local tour from the house owners), some stunning countryside, and a few towns within easy reach for a spot of shopping! But there’s also plenty to do in the house itself - including a well-stocked library (which kept a few of the group amused), extensive grounds to explore, and a toy room (perfect for our little one). The house also offered all we needed for a comfortable stay: fantastic indoor and outdoor eating facilities, in-house catering (an absolute treat for some real pampering) and all the essentials that a family travelling with small children could ask for (suddenly travelling with infants seems easy!). I couldn't recommend this property enough. A real retreat and a beautiful place to recharge the batteries. We'll look forward to visiting again....

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, people with disabilities.

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• Inchiquin House, Co Clare, Ireland

  Inchiquin House, Co Clare, Ireland

  • Guest Joe H.
  • Date of stay 11/12/10
  • Review Submitted 09/03/11
  I stayed in Inchiquin house for a weekend. After booking and confirming the details, on arrival I was very impressed with the layout, structure of the house. It is an impressive period house, and with the land surrounding it, there was plenty to do. After doing a walk around the land, we came across a very old ring fort, and some of the old workings of the previous owners, especially the old disused well on the land. Outside the premises is the local town of Quin, which as some great pubs and friendly locals. As the burren is on the doorstep of this premises, there was plenty of sightseeing to do, and the house used in Father Ted was not too far, this was a great treat for any Father Ted fans out there!

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, tourists without a car, adventure seekers.

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• Inchiquin House, the perfect country retreat

  Inchiquin House, the perfect country retreat

  • Guest Morgan O.
  • Date of stay 07/31/11
  • Review Submitted 09/03/11
  I had a wonderful time staying at Inchiquin House. The house has been tastefully restored and has a wonderful atmosphere, it is maintained to a very high standard and there is a detailed welcome booklet covering everything from the history of the house to practical instructions for your stay. Great care has been taken to provide everything an occupant may require and the house manager was extremely welcoming and eager to help with anything we needed. We particularly enjoyed a local archeological tour, a wonderful addition to our holiday. The location of Inchiquin House is excellent as there is a variety of things to do and places to visit in the surrounding area, including The Burren, Poulnabrone and the lovely tea rooms in Ballyvaughan. Unfortunately we couldn't complete everything we had planned on doing during this holiday as there was much more to do in the area than we had anticipated, but we're certain we will be returning to this beautiful place and hopefully to Inchiquin House. Thanks to the owners of Inchiquin for a wonderful experience and congratulations on the restoration of this very special house.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, adventure seekers, people with disabilities.

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• Magical holiday!

  Magical holiday!

  • Guest Anne W.
  • Date of stay 05/27/11
  • Review Submitted 09/02/11
  Wow! My memory of my stay in this beautiful house in Clare still makes me smile. Such a serene, beautiful place, it was a real pleasure to relax there. The house is like no other I have come across, so comfortable and with all the modern touches included and very very well maintained. I loved the paintings and the old furniture, and curling up by the gorgeous fire of course. Felt like I could get a feel of what life may have been like for land owners in the past. And the walks and lakes nearby! Only thing I would change is that we should have stayed longer. Had great walks in the Burren and good fun in the pubs in Corofin, the village a walk away. Hope to stay next time I'm going to Ireland, I've talked about it so much, all my friends want to join me!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, people with disabilities.

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• Pure relaxation

  Pure relaxation

  • Guest S O N.
  • Date of stay 08/05/11
  • Review Submitted 09/02/11
  I had just two days to spend at Inchiquin with my family, but felt like I had been away for a week. The house is restored with such attention to detail and an obvious affection for the home. Moreover, one feels like one is at home there; as if you just returned from town and your book is where you left it; the kettle just ready to be boiled. The meal supplied by the personal chef & his wife was scrumptious and their good humour and camaraderie delightful. The surrounding area is alive with Irish history just begging to be explored. Yet, with just two days available to investigate, we were able to take in a huge amount of history unique to this area. I wish to return to Corofin for a much longer stay and would only hope that Inchiquin is available to use again as a home from home.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, adventure seekers, people with disabilities.

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• Inchiquin House Experience

  Inchiquin House Experience

  • Guest Daryll M.
  • Date of stay 11/12/10
  • Review Submitted 09/02/11
  This is a fantastic set-up,Elegance,charm,service and a beautiful setting.The proprieter has attended to every detail in a meticulous manner.Thoroughly recommended.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, people with disabilities.

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• A blissful week in Corofin

  A blissful week in Corofin

  • Guest Michelle N.
  • Date of stay 08/01/11
  • Review Submitted 09/01/11
  I'd had an incredibly busy, stressful year, so I was looking forward to peace, quiet and relaxation at Corofin. The moment I arrived, I started to unwind. The house is luxurious but what the photographs can't convey is just how comfortable it is. I'm not a fan of hotels because of the impersonal feel the often have. I've stayed in other holiday rentals but none have felt so much like home. The owners have incorporated the history of the house and their family into the Cofofin experience which gives a special dimension to the stay. The house has real charm. We were a party of ten, but the house is spacious so it was possible to find a quiet corner to make the most of the fantastic range of books on local and Irish history. Little things like this show the thought put into the house. There is an outdoor playhouse full of toys for children (big and small), toys and equipment for babies. I love cooking, so the kitchen was a dream. It's well-stocked, spacious, has superb appliances and was immaculately clean. The herb garden just outside would earn a sixth star from me if it were possible. I understand there are plans for an allotment within the gardens too which will be a fantastic addition. The information provided in the welcome pack was invaluable. I didn't have time to research the area in advance, but didn't need to as the pack was so comprehensive. The suggested itineries made sure we were able to to see the key sites, though there is so much we didn't have time to squeeze in, we are already planning our return trip. We opted for the local history tour offered as an extra, which I can't recommend highly enough. The Burren is a bizarre landscape, overflowing with history. Our enjoyment of the scenery was far richer for the insider information. I'd recommend the Tea and Garden Rooms in Ballyvaughan. I missed out on sampling their delicacies when I opted for a walk in the countryside nearby. The walk was stunning, but so was the cheesecake my family enjoyed. So good that Speilberg made a detour to have another slice on his way to Monaco earlier in the summer. That is a seriously good cheesecake. On your way back to Corofin, take the coastal road and see the spectacular views of the Aran Islands on the way to Doolin, which has a well deserved reputation for music. I have already recommended Corofin and Co. Clare to friends. If you want a taste of Irish charm, steeped in history with all the mod cons, this is the perfect spot.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway.

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We take 50 % of the rental fee 1 week after the booking is taken as a booking deposit and the balance 1 month before the arrival date.  These amounts are non-refundable in the case of a cancellation, however they will go towards the deposit of a future booking.   In such an event please ensure that you have travel insurance.Cancellation details - please contact owner.Arrival details  - please contact owner.

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