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Quiet, romantic family cottage, shores of Lake Corrib, Connemara, Co Galway

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A white house with a sloped roof and skylights, situated by a calm body of water with boats docked nearby.
A cozy living room with wicker furniture, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A house with a view of a lake, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.
A room with wooden ceiling beams, two large windows with a view of the outdoors, a small table, and two upholstered chairs with cushions.
A round wooden table with four chairs, set on a stone patio with a view of a lake and rocky shoreline.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated lake views
    Relax with tranquil water views.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Oughterard, Co. Galway
  • Place, Brigit's Garden
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Aughnanure Castle
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Oughterard Golf Club
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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  • Washing machine
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About the area

Carrowmoreknock

Located in Carrowmoreknock, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Oughterard Golf Club and Wildlands are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Quay Street and Galway Shopping Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Brigit's Garden and Millennium Children's Park and Playground. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Map
Oughterard, Co. Galway

What's nearby

  • Brigit's Garden - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Aughnanure Castle - 11 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Oughterard Golf Club - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Connemara Marble Visitor Centre - 13 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Lough Corrib - 15 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Forge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Campbells Tavern - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪The Angler's Rest - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Sullivan’s Country Grocer - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Powers Thatch Bar & Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet, romantic family cottage, shores of Lake Corrib, Connemara, Co Galway pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Quiet, romantic family cottage, shores of Lake Corrib, Connemara, Co Galway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet, romantic family cottage, shores of Lake Corrib, Connemara, Co Galway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet, romantic family cottage, shores of Lake Corrib, Connemara, Co Galway?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Quiet, romantic family cottage, shores of Lake Corrib, Connemara, Co Galway located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Brigit's Garden, Oughterard District Bog Natural Heritage Area and Lough Corrib. Oughterard Golf Club and Aughnanure Castle are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is very homely and in a good location . The host and caretaker both communicated well and were helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely peaceful location with views over the lake. The house itself was perfect for us with all the required amenities and the host was helpful.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2025
Thank you. I am glad you enjoyed your stay in our family holiday home. Michael
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great location and large spacious house. Well equipped kitchen !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2025
Thank you. I am glad you enjoyed your stay in our family holiday home. Michael
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house in a stunning area

What a beautiful home, really enjoyed our stay, and very much looking forward to returning!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Luxury, calm and pleasure at Anam Sámh, Galway.

If you look for a quiet and beautiful place with a breathtaking view, this is the place to be. Very nice house full equipped for cooking. The perfect location for visiting Connemara or just fishing and angling.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was delightful, and while secluded still felt very safe—we were four females traveling from the US. Each of us had our own space which we enjoyed. The kitchen was “over” equipped for anything you wanted to do. None of us are big cooks so that was kind of wasted on us—too bad. Michael was quick to respond to issues. Our only negative was the lack of a working TV.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2026
Hi Barbara, Thank you for the good review. I ordered a sound bar for the TV 3 weeks ago, bur the parcel got lost, so I had to order it again. It was in the long parcel you found 5 days ago on the doorstep. Sorry about that. Michael
Archival

8/10 Good

Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful!

We loved it! We had plenty of room with 6 people and lovely views of the lake. It was an adventure getting to the house, but once we arrived we loved it! It was very cozy and we felt like we were at home. I would highly recommend it to friends and would stay there again.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
You are wellcome any time. Michael
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I spent a month at Anam-Samh (Tranquil Soul) this past August. The locale is beautiful and remote. We spent each morning looking out over the lake watching the sky and water change with weather and time of day - always wonderful. The house is well equipped for those who cook; many pots and pans as well as spices, etc. My brother and his wife joined us for a week and a half and it easily can accommodate more people. The home is equally near to MoyCullen (SuperValu and Lidl for groceries and many shops) or Oughterard - also good for restaurants and shops. Galway is 30 minutes away and we went there a few times. Other attractions easily driven to are a driving trip around the lake; a trip to Cong and Ashford Castle (where the movie Quiet Man was filmed); Cliffs of Moher, the Burren; Aran Islands; driving trips around many bogs; excellent seafood and dining every where but very notable at OGradys on the Pier in Bearna; Moran's Oyster Cottage; Kirwan's in Galway and Powers Thatch Restaurant/Bar in Oughterard; great meal at Pullmans (one star Michelin nearby); a boat cruise on Lough Corrib via Corrib Cruises; flying hawks at Ireland's School of Falconry; walking at Rosscahill Woods Trail, to Carrowmoreknock ferry, Knockmore ferry and so many other rural areas. We loved our time in Ireland and the home was a great place for us.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, secluded, roomy, and comfortable.

This property was perfect for me and my extended family. Both granddaughters were over the moon at having a room with a balcony overlooking the lake. All four adults found the bedrooms, community areas and kitchen to be a great value with enough space for everyone to find seclusion when needed, and ample room for group meals and other activities. We loved the area and quickly found our way throughout the region and many of the area attractions. This house is a pure gem and we will remember our stay for decades to come.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2024
Hi Alexander, I am very pleased and happy that you liked your stay. Michael
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and Quiet Yet Easy Access to Galway and Connemara

Our family of four had a vacation booked in the area exactly two years ago at another property, and then COVID intervened in our plans. Fortunately, when travel opened up this property was available. As other reviews indicate, a great location and views, easy check-in and check-out, comfortable, and more than enough room to stretch out. We didn't have trouble finding the house, and the only negative was wondering if we had figured out the Irish recycling requirements!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun 2022
Thank you John, I am glad you liked your stay. It was a pleasure to accomodate you and your family. Recycling in Ireland is a bit complicated. Nothing to worry about. Regards Michael
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The ideal base for our Connemara adventure. We had a great time exploring the region. Last there as a child I had no recollection of the stunning scenery either along the coast or amongst the mountain passes. We had some lovely days and I even managed a swim in sea near Roundstone. This home on the shores of Lough Corrib was the ideal base, spacious, well equipped and comfortable. Nearby Oughterard is an attractive little town having all we needed in terms of provisions. Galway has grown enormously since I was a child and is to be avoided as the traffic is a nightmare. There are quite a few attractions in Galway City so definitely worth visiting avoid peak times and prepared for delays.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Stunning location

Absolutely stunning location. Was great sitting in sun room every night looking out at loch corrib. Plenty of space for our group of 8 and 2 dogs. Could do with a bit of an update inside. Outside maintenance needing done. Windows very dirty. Road into property very overgrown and hard to find. No welcome pack. Dogs loved running about large garden. Overall positive experience but could have been better given price
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hervorragende Lage am See. Eine Oase von einem Haus mit einem persönlichen Charme vom GastgeberInn. So richtig zum entspannen. Die Umgebung lockt mit Natur pur. Brigits Garden in der Nähe ist einen Besuch mehr als wert.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
literie chambres doubles à changerpetites chambresplomberie anciennebel équipement de cuisine
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2025
Besten Dank. Schön, dass es Ihnen bei uns gefallen hat Freundliche Grüsse Michael Bächlin
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Schöne Lage am See

Sehr ruhig und schön gelegen. Perfekt zum Erholen. Sehr geräumiges Haus mit vielen Ecken zum Entspannen. Alles was man für einen Urlaub braucht ist vorhanden. Die Sauberkeit könnte aber deutlich besser sein. Außerdem ist an vielen Stellen Renovierungsbedarf, z.B. dringend das kleine Bad im Erdgeschoss. Einiges ist auch defekt. Schön wäre auch ein gemähter Rasen, z.B. zum Ballspielen. Am See gibt es eine Möglichkeit zum Baden. Jedoch liegen am und im Wasser mehrere alte Reifen. Insgesamt macht die schöne Lage aber Vieles wett. Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Omschrijving

Mooie ruime woning; interieur iets gedateerd; te weinig activiteiten in onmiddellijke omgeving; gebruik wagen is noodzakelijk. Rustig gelegen, mooi uitzicht.Niet erg proper; zeker niet de kasten in de keuken ; alsook niet het te gebruikere eetgerief. Aanrekening van 150 euro voor onderhoud is duidelijk teveel.Poetsdame was nog vollop bezig toen we arriveerden; is nog blijven werken tot 1³8u30.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Traumhafte Lage, großes, sehr gut ausgestattetes Haus

Wir konnten uns prima entspannen. Das Haus ist großzügig gestaltet und mit vielen schönen Ecken gut durchdacht. Die Ausstattung ist exzellent, es hat wirklich an gar nichts gefehlt. Die direkte See lage garantiert Erholung. In Punkto Sauberkeit darf man allerdings nicht kritisch sein, hier ist Luft nach oben.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2024
Besten Dank für den Hinweis betreffend Sauberkeit. Ich werde die der Putzmanschaft mitteilen MB
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Und am Ende der Straße steht ein Haus am See...

Wir reisten mit 4 Personen und 4 Generationen. Die Lage des Hauses war traumhaft schön, die Küchenausstattung hervorragend (wir konnten alles inkl der Gewürze benutzen), die Einkaufsmöglichkeit (ca 15 Minuten mit dem Auto) ließ keine Wünsche offen. Die Kommunikation mit dem Gastgeber klappte nach anfänglichen Schwierigkeiten (das lag aber sehr wahrscheinlich an dem Postfach von fewo) sehr gut und unsere Gastgeber waren für uns ansprechbar. Wie wir im umgekehrten Fall für sie auch. Wir haben die Ruhe und den Blick auf den See sehr genossen und bedanken uns für die Möglichkeit unseren Urlaub dort beginnen zu können.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schönes Ferienhaus

Unser Urlaub in dem Ferienhaus hat uns sehr gut gefallen.
Stayed 21 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2024
Lieber Alex, Sie sind jederzeit wieder willkommen. Michael
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr Schön

Sehr Schöner Ort zum Entspannen,für Naturliebhaber perfekt.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not what we expected

The view is fabulous. The bathroom tiles are really nice. The sheets are left on the beds for you to make. The water was not even warm for evening showers, where as morning was better. No hot water for dishes.All sheets need to be replaced. Bees in upstairs room, broken light in master bath, very complex house systems to figure out. Home has well water. Location is somewhat remote but beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Location

We had a brilliant time in a really comfortable lakeside house which had everything we needed. The location is great if you enjoy kayaking or paddle boards, but is only 30 mins from Galway and well place for Connemara, and the Aran islands all of which we enjoyed. We couldn't book great Irish weather every day but it didn't matter and we wish we could have stayed for longer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A lovely getaway place

on the shores of the lake surrounded by beautiful countryside and views over the lake. We swam and paddle boarded on the lake, and managed to get over to the other side from Knockferry. Plenty of room in the house for teenagers, although it was slightly restricted to walk anywhere. We found it very relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious, comfortable house in an outstanding location on Lough Corrib

Beautiful , well equipped house in a perfect location for visiting Connemara, Galway etc. Lots of information on things to do and detailed explanations of how to use all the equipment in the house. A perfect place to get away from it all. And, of course, if you like fishing, the house is on the shore of one of Ireland's most famous trout lakes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

week's getaway

I enjoyed my week down at Carrowmoreknock. I live in Dublin and have family in another part of Galway and was great to get to see them. I have two young dogs and it was great for them to have the freedom around the grounds and the Lough. It was also great to have family over.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2021
Hi Noirin, I am pleased that you enjoyed your stay in our family home. Thank you for the 5 Stars. Regards Michael
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