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Craggy Cottage beside Fanore Beach in the Burren on the Wild Atlantic Way<br>

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A house with a stone facade, a dark roof, and a stone wall in front.
A dining room with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and curtains on the windows.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a patterned rug.
A room with a wooden floor, a black stove, a framed picture on the wall, and a window.
A wooden bed with a floral bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

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

  • On the beach

    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Fanore Beach
3 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Fanore, County Clare
  • Place, Fanore Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Doolin Cave
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Cliffs of Moher
    ‪30 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Craggy Cottage beside Fanore Beach in the Burren on the Wild Atlantic Way<br>

This beautiful traditional cottage is flanked by the mountains of the Burren National Park and adjacent to the sand dunes of the Blue Flag beach of Fanore. The house has been thoughtfully designed with an upstairs sitting area with magnificent feature length sky-light windows, displaying breathtaking views of the beach, Aran Islands and Galway Bay and the beach is 200 yards away.
GPS co-ordinates 53.115362, -9.287269

The local village has a Shop, Pub and Restaurant.
The cottage is six miles from Doolin which has a ferry service to the nearby Aran Islands, it is 10 miles from the village of Ballyvaughan and an hours drive will take you to Galway and beyond to Connemara.

The Cottage comprises of

Ground floor: Kitchen/dining/lounge area, Utility room, 2 double kingsized bedrooms , bathroom.
First floor: 2nd lounge, Kingsized double bed-with ensuite shower room and walk-in wardrobe.

Electricity by meter read at 25 cent per unit. oil central heating supplement of €35 weekly if used, linen and towels included, travel cot, high chair, stair gate, TV, video, DVD player, CD, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, w/machine, hair dryer, fully enclosed garden, garden furniture, private off road parking. Pets welcome.
The cottage has an enclosed private garden and you can walk to the beach and provides the perfect environment for a variety of holiday activities.
Fishing, walking, surfing, caving, golfing and cycling are among the facilities available locally

Update June 2020
The house now has fibre broadband installed.

Post code H91 X76V


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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)

We allow one well trained dog.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1602777
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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

Fanore

Located in Fanore, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Newtown Castle and Corcomcoe Abbey are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cliffs of Moher and Fanore Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Burren Stained Glass Art and Courthouse Studios & Gallery. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cave exploring.
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Fanore, County Clare

What's nearby

  • Fanore Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Doolin Cave - 14 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Cliffs of Moher - 30 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Lahinch Golf Club - 35 min drive - 37.2 km
  • Lahinch Beach - 37 min drive - 39.0 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Óir House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Monks Seafood Pub & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪O'Donohue's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hylands Burren Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Roadside Tavern - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Craggy Cottage beside Fanore Beach in the Burren on the Wild Atlantic Way<br> pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Craggy Cottage beside Fanore Beach in the Burren on the Wild Atlantic Way<br>?

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Craggy Cottage beside Fanore Beach in the Burren on the Wild Atlantic Way
on 3 Oct 2026 start from £1,314, 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.

How much is parking at Craggy Cottage beside Fanore Beach in the Burren on the Wild Atlantic Way<br>?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Craggy Cottage beside Fanore Beach in the Burren on the Wild Atlantic Way<br>?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Craggy Cottage beside Fanore Beach in the Burren on the Wild Atlantic Way<br>?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Craggy Cottage beside Fanore Beach in the Burren on the Wild Atlantic Way<br> located?

Nestled on the beach, this Fanore cottage is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Fanore Beach and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Galway Bay. Doolin Cave and Newtown Castle are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is wonderful. It is right across the street from the beach and there are beautiful views from the cottage. It was so nice after driving and sight seeing all day to come back and hear the ocean and have just a relaxing atmosphere up in the TV room at the end of the day with awesome views. Joe was very helpful and responsive!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a fabulous house and I would highly recommend it to anyone wishing to visit Co Clare. The location is amazing..within walking distance of beautiful Fanore Beach and within easy reach of so many lovely walks-Ballyvaughan Village Loop, Caher Valley Loop and Flaggy Shore walk all worth doing to see the wonders of the Burren! The house is very comfortable and really well appointed-the kitchen is well-equipped and makes it easy to cook at home. The bed was very comfortable...and the whole house was spotlessly clean. O'Donohue's bar in Fanore and the village of Ballyvaughan offer plenty of options for eating out. Joe is very friendly and easy to deal with...this house is a true gem on the Wild Atlantic Way and we can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home. House immaculate. Joe couldn’t do enough to make our stay relaxing. If you want a quiet place that is in close proximity to a beach this is perfect. Beautiful views from the house overlooking the sea. Aloha surf club gave an excellent two hour introduction to surfing. 20 minutes walk on a back road to O’Donoghue’s. Food excellent and a warm welcome. Drive to the Cliffs of Moher, Doolin and Lahinch. We didn’t want to leave. Five stars all round.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Great place to stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

fantastic house, place and Joe too

fantastic house, place and Joe too
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

First time to Ireland

My husband and I had a great stay at the Craggy Cottage. Very comfortable, clean, and beautiful view. It was our first time visiting Ireland, and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Scenic and relaxing

The craggy cottage was a great location for our exploration of the west coast. The house is quaint, comfortable, and has an awesome view of the ocean. Joe is friendly and a great resource for local sights and restaurants. Could not have asked for more!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joe is a wonderful host. The cottage is absolutely lovely. This was our second visit to this property this year and we will certainly return. Fanore, the Burren, and Clare are very special places to us- our home away from home. Thank you, Joe!
View of the cottage from Fanore Beach
Lovely dining area overlooking Fanore Beach
Breakfast with a view
Beach directly across the street
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay

Very clean and well equipped and well appointed near the beach. Great views from the upstairs lounge but a place to sit downstairs too. My dog loved the garden and I enjoyed the wild spring flowers. Sean was very helpful - meeting us at the house when we arrived and calling in when we had a problem with the heating. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Della

Loved the cottage. In a fantastic position by the sea. Hope to visit again some time. Thank you for the welcome gift
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ir

The property had large rooms and was in an ideal location for our first trip to Ireland. Lovely views of the beech from the front of the cottage. Joe was helpful and gave us some ideas of what to see localy.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fanore

We spent a wonderfull week in this cottage located just in front of the beach . House is very Bright and well equipped Cherry on thé cake, all week was warm and sunny. We Hope to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location, location, location

This cottage is in a wonderful location. Beautiful views and just a few minutes walk from a lovely sandy beach.The kitchen equipment is exceptional with the added bonus of being able to watch rabbits in the garden.The house rules state that pets are not allowed upstairs, so as we had a dog with us, we didn't have access to a television. But we coped fine with our tablets. Very good wifi.Ballyvaughan (petrol station and good Centra), Doolin and Lahinch (fabulous beach) are all within 30 minutes from the cottage, as are the Cliffs of Moher
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wild Atlantic Way at the Craggy Cottage

The property is lovely with stunning views of Fanore Beach… right across the road. All of your essentials are in the cottage, which is more than adequate to base your stay and really comfortable for couples or even a family. Easy access from either Shannon or Dublin. Great central location for exploring Cos. Clare and Galway. Fanore has a tidy shop for essentials (Siopa Fanore) and a wonderful pub (O’Donohue’s), which are both just three minutes by car or an easy stroll on a private off-road. We explored as far south as Lahinch and as north as Connemara- so truly a good place to make a home base and explore the Wild Atlantic Way and up into the Gaeltacht. Joe couldn’t have been kinder and more welcoming. We will certainly be back… and soon. Thanks, Joe!
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alles in bester Ordnung! Selten so ein tolles Ferienhaus erlebt!!!! 10 von 10 Punkten.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view from the cottage is beautiful! The drive there has a gorgeous and breathtaking back drop of landscape views! I was in awe of that! The owner was very helpful and informative! He made sure I understood expecting I needed to know about the cottage.Lots of room and well kept, and cute cottage!The only negative comment I have is it is quite a distance from most of the attractions and sights except for the Cliffs of Moher. I didn’t mind it, but if you are looking for someplace closer to all the attractions then this is not the place to stay at. If you’re looking for stunning views, relaxation, and a beach this is a great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Traumhaus in außergewöhnlicher Lage

Perfekte Unterkunft für eine 5 köpfige Familie, viel Platz und gemütlicher Komfort auf zwei Etagen, perfekt ausgestattete Küche, alle digitalen must-haves für Teenager (stabiles WLAN, Alexa, Smart TV) in einer wunderbar rauhen und einsamen Lage. Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt genossen - vielen Dank!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fanore Beach

Goede locatie
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tolles Ferienhaus am Meer

Wir haben den Aufenthalt in Fanore sehr genossen. Wir hatten Blick auf Strand und Meer und waren in nicht einmal 5 min zu Fuß selbst am Strand. Um Haus selbst hat nichts gefehlt und es ist sehr geräumig. Vor allem vom Panoramafenster in der ersten Etage hatten wir einen tollen Ausblick.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Location

We had a wonderful time in Fanore and Joe and Noreen were great hosts. We had no reason to contact them between check in and departure and that says a lot about the house. It was really well stocked and had everything we required including amazing views of Fanore Beach and the Aran Islands. We hope to stay again soon.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Einfach emfehlenswert

Super Vermieter. Hatte vor corona gebucht und musste 2 mal verschieben. Alles ohne Probleme. Das Haus hat eine super Lage und ist sehr gut gepflegt.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Cottage

This cottage was wonderful. It overlooks the Wild Atlantic and the sunsets were amazing. In the morning the sun comes up directly behind the cottage. The rooms are lovely and spacious. We enjoyed the tv room upstairs with the skylight windows that overlooks the beach. The beach was nice and great to walk on. Such a peaceful and wonderful stay! We hope that we can make another trip back to this wonderful cottage in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

The house was well laid out, clean and superbly resourced, even down to the Nespresso coffee maker! As we have 5.0mbps at home you can guess how delighted we were to find that the WiFi was super fast at 53mbps! The view of the sea was a real must for us and we were delighted to be able to see it from the main living area downstairs and the upstairs area with picture windows on a full wall. The owners Joe and Noreen were there to welcome us with a warm friendly chat and had left us smoked salmon and an apple tart as welcome gifts. This hospitality was evident in communication with Joe prior to our stay. Everything was made easy for us and we had a super relaxing time in the cottage, with stunning views and great walks on the beach and around the Burren. For us it was sheet bliss!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent property

This house is in the perfect location for Fanore beach and driving around the area. The beach is a 5 minute walk or 1 minute drive, and lovely to hang around. The house is well equipped and very comfortable, with great views. Joe is an excellent host who responded immediately when we had a query. We had a great holiday and would love to return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Zweiter Aufenthalt

Sehr gut ausgestattet: im Gegensatz zur Ausstattung von anderen reinen Ferien-Cottages merkt man, dass der Gastgeber hier auch mal selbst wohnt. Die Lage ist optimal, wenn man zum Surfen gehen möchte. Ansonsten ist der Ausblick auf die Bucht einfach phänomenal.

About the host

Hosted by Joe Casey

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I have great memories of childhood days in the area and love to return for holidays to enjoy the spectacular scenery in the area

Why they chose this property

To watch the sun go down over Galway bay.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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