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Secluded private retreat with captivating views of Croagh Patrick and Clew Bay

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A stone building with a patio area featuring a mosaic floor and a stone wall.
A stone house with a sloped roof, a covered porch, and a gravel driveway.
A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, and a large window.
A spacious bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large bed, a fireplace, and a mirror on the wall.
A stone pathway leading to a gazebo in a landscaped garden with a view of distant mountains and houses.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Set against ocean views, this 4-bedroom vacation home accommodates 8 guests. It offers access to fishing, swimming, and kayaking, along with a patio for outdoor enjoyment. The nearby golf enhances your stay, while attractions like the Clew Bay Heritage Centre and Clew Bay Archaeological Trailhead await exploration.

Highlights

  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Clew Bay
4 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Westport, County Mayo
  • Place, Clew Bay
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Westport House
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Ashford Castle
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Ensuite Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded private retreat with captivating views of Croagh Patrick and Clew Bay

Our home has been used by us and other families as a get away from it all. It This unique property is set on over 3 acres of gardens including an orchard with a long sweeping driveway behind electric gates. Upon entering the large two storey hallway it has been transformed into another sitting area with a two sided solid fuel glass fire which can be seen and operated from the hallway and also in the large sitting room directly behind the hallway. To the left of the hallway there are 3 double bedrooms with ensuites. All have power showers. In addition, there is a large bedroom and living area with newly renovated ensuite upstairs.
Right of the hallway is the open plan kitchen dining and sitting area. Behind this is the utility room with electric cooker, washing machine and dryer.
There is a sunken south facing patio area off the sitting room and also a west facing patio area outside the kitchen where you can watch the skies change and the sun set. All you can wish for is here for your convenience. This home has hosted film stars and many people who want privacy and get it. If you dont want to cook there is a private chef available with a field of sheep as your neighbour. The joy is the privacy and tranquility you will feel as the house warmly embraces you as soon as you arrive .

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Families welcome!!
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There are areas outside where you can can smoke!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 6846903
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 are allowed on site
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 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

About the area

Westport

Located in Westport, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Clew Bay Heritage Centre and Westport Town Hall Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Westport Leisure Park and Mayo Leisure Point. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing.
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Westport, County Mayo

What's nearby

  • Clew Bay - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Westport House - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Kylemore Abbey - 45 min drive - 52.3 km
  • Knock Shrine - 54 min drive - 65.1 km
  • Ashford Castle - 59 min drive - 56.3 km

Getting around

  • Westport Station - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matt Molloy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The West Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kellys - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cronin's Sheebeen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪J J O'Malley's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded private retreat with captivating views of Croagh Patrick and Clew Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Secluded private retreat with captivating views of Croagh Patrick and Clew Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded private retreat with captivating views of Croagh Patrick and Clew Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded private retreat with captivating views of Croagh Patrick and Clew Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded private retreat with captivating views of Croagh Patrick and Clew Bay located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Clew Bay and within 3 miles (5 km) of Clew Bay Archaeological Trailhead and Clew Bay Heritage Centre. Westport Town Hall Theatre and Westport Leisure Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable Scenic Stay

Our family had an amazing stay at this location. Everything was provided for a comfortable stay! The views of Croagh Patrick were indeed captivating! Everything was explained with ease. The landscaping & flowers were beautiful! We have made some great memories - Thank you!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2023
Thank you so much for this review It was a joy to host you and your family You left the place immaculate and this is so appreciated You will be always and forever welcome to return
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Gem

The house is extraordinary. Fabulous views and perfect location. The house is full of all the necessities that anyone would need or want. Comfort with style. We had such a great time and would highly recommend this house to all.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2024
It was such a pleasure to host your family You were also exceptional guests who looked after our home thank you and please come again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic! Well worth the price.

Beautiful and most comfortable house with a lovely garden. The owner, Patricia, welcomed us like old friends. She had even filled up the fridge with beverages and some food to barbeque. She also gave us useful information of things to do and places to visit in the area. The house is nicely decorated an have a fantastic master suite with view of Croagh Patrick mountain and the bay. The area is of outstanding natural beauty and there are lots of places to visit and things to do. The most memorable was cycling from Achill to Newport on the Great Western Greenway and horseriding on the beach for our two daughters. There are several nice pubs and restaurants with good food in Westport and Westport queys, some also with live music. The weather was warm and sunny and we had a most wonderful time! Erno family, Norway
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Hi All and thank you for your review. It was so lovely to meet you all and we are delighted that you enjoyed our home and also all there is to do in the area. You were amazing guests and thank you for looking after the house so well. You were indeed like family and will also be welcome to return anytime which I hope you will. Patricia
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location for a vacation in West of Ireland

We stayed here with our five children and it was just fabulous! The house is modern, spacious, clean, fantastic location downtown Westport. The gardens are impeccable and you have a lovely view of Croagh Patrick & Clew Bay. The beds are incredibly comfortable and every bedroom is en suite with wonderful water pressure showers. There is a wonderful big kitchen and our hostess Patricia lefts basics for us to use for cooking, Patricia was very responsive and checked in regularly to make sure we were enjoying our stay and if we needed anything. We absolutely will be back and will be recommending this location to my siblings who live in Chicago and also travel to Ireland.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for your kind words which are appreciated . It’s wonderful that you enjoyed our home and your stay . You will be welcome back anytime. You really looked after the place so well . Patricia
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place under the gaze of Croagh Patrick

Our family group thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Patricia's house. The house is beautiful and with four bedrooms it was the perfect size for us. The modern kitchen made it easy for us to cook meals on those nights we chose to eat in. Patricia was kind enough to offer us use of the food and drink items in the refrigerator and pantry. We supplemented that with groceries that were easily accessible at the nearby Centra and Super Value markets in nearby Westport. The washer and dryer were quite useful to us for catching up on laundry. All agreed the beds were most comfortable for sleeping. Most impressive was the stunning view of majestic Croagh Patrick (which our two teenage grandsons climbed one day) from the rear patio. The landscaping around the house was well maintained and offered a large variety of beautiful flowers. The ample lawn area at the back was a favorite of the oldest grandson for practicing his gymnastic flips. For outside dining we liked the evening dinners we had at The Shebeen and The Towers at Westport Quay and especially The Tavern in nearby Murrisk. For a full Irish breakfast Curry's Cottage on James Street in Westport was great. Westport has a number of shops to explore as well as a beautiful church, St. Mary's. As for the location it was ideal for visiting a number of interesting spots. Leenane with Killary Harbor, Kylemore Abbey, Eagles Flying in Ballymote, Sligo (a spectacular show with birds of prey), Knock Shrine, The Country Life Museum and my ancestral home near Tubbercurry were all within a one day drive. All in all this was the perfect house in the perfect location. I heartily recommend it. Thank you Patricia.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Hi guys thank you so much for such a detailed review. I truly appreciate the time you spent on this. You guys were so amazing in the way you looked after our home. We hope to see you return again soon. I’m so exhausted with all you did in the time you had. Patricia
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excellent and well equipped property in convenient location

Patricia is a wonderful hostess. We felt we were borrowing a friend's house. It is exceptionally well-equipped and we do appreciate there being a good supply of condiments, spices and the fridge topped up with beers in addition to the spirits which we were encouraged to enjoy. The upstairs main bedroom is very good with a balcony and views of mountains and sea. Cooking facilities and the very enjoyable kitchen diner meant that we ate our evening meals at home rather than the local restaurants. You do need a car but distance to Westport is about 3 miles. Patricia took the time to welcome us to the house and spent a good deal of time giving suggestions of where to go and to eat.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for this lovely review. You were so careful and thoughtful as guests and this is very much appreciated by us . It was a pleasure to meet you all and we look forward to seeing you in the west again .
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect!

We had a fabulous stay in this amazing property. It does not seem like a vacation rental as it features high-end amenities throughout. It is exactly as shown in the photos, but even better in person. Our favorite room was the huge kitchen which was warm and welcoming and had a large dining area. We used the comfortable living room after dinner. The house was a perfect fit for us. We were 6 adults (3 couples) but it could easily have taken another couple (four bedrooms). Lots and lots of room to spread out. Everything is top-notch here, from the furnishings to the high-thread linen. The owner has thought of everything. The kitchen was fully equipped and had everything you could need including washer, dryer and dishwasher. Quality linen, dishes, glass and silverware. Bathroom towels were big and plentiful. Internet connectivity was strong and reliable. Every inch was spotlessly clean, in mint condition, freshly painted and decorated with art and books and attractive, comfortable furnishings. The bedrooms were large and had more than ample storage. The bonus feature was Patricia who owns the property. She was incredibly gracious and very responsive to my many questions both months before and during our stay, including travel directions to other places as well as suggesting other things we might want to do and see. She was thoughtful about every aspect of our visit and checked in on us to make sure we had everything we needed. From the very first email at booking until we checked out she did everything she could to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. We enjoyed the seclusion and silence of this large property with well-tended gardens. It is a few minutes drive from Westport which is a charming old town. We had a great meal in the Port Mor restaurant in Westport. We loved Mayo, Ashford Castle, Connemara and Galway (beautiful town). The Atlantic coastline is amazing. The golfers in our group were more than satisfied with the fine choices available. We would go back in a heartbeat. We couldn't have wished for a better place to stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Elizabeth Apologies for late response to this wonderful review but it has only just gone live on the system. Thank you so much for the amazing review . You were amazing house guests and I would have you return in a heart beat. Thank you for looking after our home so well. I am at the end of the phone if ever you need me! Warmest wishes to you all. Patricia

About the host

Hosted by Patricia O'Keeffe

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We are lawyers from the West of Ireland who live and work in Dublin. We have spent many holidays over the years in our home in the west. We have spent the last few months updating the property and wish to share it with others who want a very unique , restful and beautiful place to stay.

Why they chose this property

Ask yourself do you want to get away from it all? If you want home comforts combined with stunning amazing views of mountains, the sea, woodlands and even Clare Island this is the home for you. It has space both inside and well maintained and generous gardens outside. It is close to Westport town but allows you to be so far removed from it when you want to be.There is a magic and charm about this property which has to be seen to be believed. There are picture postcard views from every window. It is a very private and tranquil property with wonderful mature lawns and gardens set on over three acres. There is also a lovely orchard and raspberry garden on the grounds. It is hidden from the road with access by electric gates. We have holidayed regularly over the last 20 years here and watched our children enjoy the freedom of the property and grow to love it as much as we do .
Having come from the area we love all that is on offer around us and the surrounding county. There are so many interesting things to do. The list is truly endless. Regardless of the weather it makes for a wonderful base for a holiday. To have such a property so close to Westport is very hard to find.
It is a great home from home for a family get together or a family escaping!

What makes this property unique

We love the property as we built and designed it. We wanted a home that was spacious for entertaining family and friends. The reception areas are very spacious. The house is completely clad in a beautiful stone from Connemara which was painstakingly worked on for over four months by an expert stone mason. It is a very striking feature of the property.
The view of Croagh Patrick from each room is a wonderful sight to behold and it always captivates me. To sit on the terrace and see Croagh Patrick with a breath taking sunset is awesome.
There is an abundance of sun light coming through the house at every angle all day which gives a bright and warm feeling to the house. There is also the two sided real glass fire place which was added this year which is amazing.
You can also enjoy a fire and the incredible views in the main bedroom upstairs.
You can get lost in the tranquillity and just be a stones throw from the hustle and bustle of Westport.

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