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Cottage in a beautiful setting overlooking Galway Bay

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A room with a large window offering a view of a landscape with a road and distant hills.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen with a stove, and a view through a glass door.
A rural setting with a white house featuring a red door, a stone wall, and a clear blue sky.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a washing machine, and a microwave.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Ballyvaughan, Clare
  • Place, Newtown Castle
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Corcomcoe Abbey
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Aillwee Burren Experience
    ‪11 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Cottage in a beautiful setting overlooking Galway Bay

Self catering country cottages offering spectacular views of Galway Bay,the Burren & the Connemara mountains. Ideally situated at Galway Bay and only two minutes from Ballyvaughan and 15 mins from Kinvara. The beautiful Bishopquarters beach is within walking distance.
please note:
One small house trained dog allowed.
Minimum stay is 4 nights
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11006023
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 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

About the area

Ballyvaughan

Ballyvaughan is home to this cottage. Newtown Castle and Corcomcoe Abbey are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Burren Nature Sanctuary and Burren National Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Pearse Stadium or Galway Greyhound Stadium.
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Ballyvaughan, Clare

What's nearby

  • Newtown Castle - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Corcomcoe Abbey - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Aillwee Burren Experience - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Poulnabrone Dolmen - 16 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Caherconnell Stone Fort - 17 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Ardrahan Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Óir House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hazel Mountain Chocolate - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Monks Seafood Pub & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Linnane's Lobster Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hylands Burren Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage in a beautiful setting overlooking Galway Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage in a beautiful setting overlooking Galway Bay?

As of 19 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage in a beautiful setting overlooking Galway Bay on 18 Nov 2026 start from £439, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Cottage in a beautiful setting overlooking Galway Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage in a beautiful setting overlooking Galway Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage in a beautiful setting overlooking Galway Bay located?

Situated in Ballyvaughan, this cottage is steps from Galway Bay and within 6 mi (10 km) of Newtown Castle and Corcomcoe Abbey. Poulnabrone Dolmen and Caherconnell Stone Fort are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top accommodation with all the necessary amenities.Raymond is very available and very accommodating
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2026
Delighted that you enjoyed your visit and thank you for your nice review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
is well cared for and Raymond is an excellent host. The location near Ballyvaughn and just steps from Bishop's Quarter strand is ideal. I am looking forward to staying again in 2027!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a magical stay, we loved the house, the views, the serenity and the cows next door. Everything was better than expected. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun 2026
Thank you for your lovely review. I’m delighted that you enjoyed your stay
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Kitchen was fully equipped for cooking and parking felt safe and easy. Check in was easy after a long drive for us. The environment was beautiful and long walks on the beach and dunes were wonderful. Host was very responsive and helpful during the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time staying at this lovable cottage. The wood stove in the living room was great while relaxing in the evenings. The on-demand hot water in the upstairs bathroom shower was terrific for starting our days exploring the Burren and Aran Islands and other attractions in the area.
View of the cottage from Bishop’s Quarter Beach.
The cottage from the front left.
Two of our neighbors in the field behind the cottage.
View of the lane down to the beach.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved having our own little house with everything we needed. It was a quick walk to the beach and wet had a beautiful view. There's fields all around the house with darling, curious cows too! A cozy wood burning stove in the lounge with views of the ever changing hillsides.Also, highly recommend Monk's restaurant, which you can see across the water into Ballyvaughan.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
If I could give Ray 10 stars I would!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful cottage, just a short walk from an ocean beach, and a short drive from some of the best seafood restaurants! A perfect, warm, dry, cozy base of operations for exploring The Burren!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay a Bishop’s Quarter was extremely relaxing, peaceful, and pleasant. It was nice to get away from blaring police sirens, revving motorcycles, and endless fireworks being shot off all times of the day. The neighbors are quiet, too (they’re cows hahah). Raymond was quick to respond to my messages and was accommodating with our needs. He was pleasant and friendly and came down a few times to check in. The cottage was clean and in a beautiful location, we walked down to Galway Bay every evening. I don’t have any complaints at all. I found the bed in the en suite to be one of the most comfortable I’ve slept in. I didn’t want to leave. This was our first experience with self-catering and it was great. If you don’t mind self-catering, I highly recommend Raymond’s yellow-door cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2026
Thank you Beth Ann for your lovely review. Much appreciated Hope you had a pleasant trip home and encountered no problems Looking forward to meeting you soon again Regards Raymond
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful situated cottage looking out on the North Clare coast. Very convenient to Burren college of Art … the beauty spots of the county .. Safe and plenty of parking.. big garden around the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location at the northernmost point of the Burren, a great starting point for excursions. The house has everything you need, a beautiful setting, and maximum peace and quiet! Very friendly, accommodating host! Wonderful vacation, we'd love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! You can walk down to the water and see the tide pools. We had our three children with us. Ray was an amazing host and very accommodating. We are sorry we missed his visit. This cottage is in a great central location and we enjoyed the cleanliness and layout. We would give it 100 stars and definitely come back! Thank you Ray!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice house by the sea

The house is large and well located in the Burren region, close to the seashore, very peaceful. Arrival and departure procedures very easy, the owner was very friendly.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

PERFECT COTTAGE

HOST WAS GREAT! HOUSE WAS PERFECT!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2023
Patty thanks for your lovely review Love to have you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect country stay

From the moment we checked in Ray was a wonderful host. The house was very clean and cozy. The location is unbeatable--right near the ocean with a farm in the backyard and a short drive to local sights like Galway and the Cliffs of Moher. Could not have picked a better place to stay and hope to be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our first trip to Ireland and our first stay and it did not disappoint! Well, the weather could have been better. The house is perfect and Raymond was quick to answer any questions we had. Kitchen had everything we needed, beds were comfy. We used this as a home base and did lots of driving to explore the area. Thanks again, Raymond!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ray's cottages are wonderful

We had a nice relaxing stay at Raymond's cottages. The cottage was very neat and clean and the beds were very comfy. Everything worked well. We used the TV box to charge our devices, as our European adapter had previously failed. Great place to stay by the beach. Would stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2024
Thank you so much for your lovely review So much appreciated Regards Ray
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot!!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Ballyvaughn. Ray is a great host--check in was a breeze and the location of the house is terrific-- close to town, but quiet--with great access to Bishop's Quarter--a lovely strand for walking- The view from the house couldn't be prettier. This would be a great spot for a family, as there is plenty of room. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2024
Hi folks Thank you for your lovely review Much appreciated Ray
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Lovely location

When we searched VRBO site for a property, we included a hot tub b in the search.I also emailed VRBO to ask if there was a tub as there were no photos. VRBO replied yesThere is NO hot tub at this property
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We wish we could have stayed longer! It's a really nice modern place with plenty of space, beautiful views and a great location! Its a short walk down to the beach and a short drive into the village. Ray was very responsive. There was an issue with the hot water the night we arrived, (which turned out to be minor) Ray replied to every message quickly and it was taken care of the next morning. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very relaxing stay

We spent 5 days in this beautiful college in Ballyvaughan.Location is great. Just a short walk to the beach and a 5 min drive to the village, where we could find easily a shop that provides with food and all you may need for your stay. Good starting point for the exploration of Irlands western part.The interior of the house is as described. Nothing was missing for us and we enjoyed the spacious kitchen and the cozy living room. Plenty of bedrooms and several bathrooms.Check-in was organized by Raymond in a very easy way, Raymond was always reachable and a perfect host. We would decide to come back any time.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

A good location but the house can be improved

First of all, I have to say that we are used to VRBO's Premier Hosts. Our expectations are higher for Premier Hosts, especially since we paid more than at any other locations in the past. Let's start with the good things. The location is awesome, close to many activities and a beautiful sunset. We took several great photos. The home has 3 bedrooms, which could easily sleep 6. Also, the owner was kind enough to let us check in earlier, which was good. On the other side: - The home has several (kind of) spider webs, and the kitchen cabinets had a smell (like an old shack). - The cutlery was old, and some pieces didn't have handles or were broken. - Only one roll of toilet paper, with no spare. - No external garbage bin. - No basic condiments such as salt. - A fireplace without wood. - The internet was slow, not workable even for texting. - The old heating system was hard to set; some of the handles were so old they didn't stick to their hubs. - Beds were small for tall people (5'10"), and some were uncomfortable to the point where we took the kids' beds instead. Maybe we are picky, but I am pretty sure many of these are show-stoppers for others. For us, they were, and we left a day earlier.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2024
So sorry your stay didn’t live up to your expectations. If you would have told me I would have made every effort to address them. Regards and best wishes Ray
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend this detached holiday cottage just a mile or so outside Ballyvaughn.It is just off N67 on lane to the sea so it is just 200 yard walk for a morning swimThe cottage is roomy,3 good size bedrooms,(2 upstairs) large kitchen with big dining table and large lawned garden and is the end house so lovely views to fields and sea. Peaceful setting.Host replies immediately to any requests and is very helpful,called in 1st evening, he recommended local restaurants. Ample parking.Really enjoyed our stay in a beautiful area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly host, comfortable cottage wirh garden, quite and beautiful surrounding, good location for daytrips,
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2026
Thanks Pieter for your lovely review Much appreciated I’m glad that you enjoyed your time
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Herrliches großes Ferienhaus direkt am Atlantik. Super netter Vermieter! Wir empfehlen es gern weiter. Danke für den schönen Aufenthalt im Haus mit der gelben Haustür K&B K&M aus Sachsen und Brandenburg
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

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