Cottage 194 - Leenane - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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A historic castle with a large body of water in front, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa.
A rustic cabin with a small shed, surrounded by lush greenery and a lake.
A wooden floor with a decorative duck sculpture in front of a window.
A small white cottage with a grey roof, a red door, and a gravel driveway.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

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

Popular amenities

  • Free internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Leenane, Galway
  • Place, Killary Harbour
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Aasleagh Falls
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Ashford Castle
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom #1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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About the area

Map
Leenane, Galway

What's nearby

  • Killary Harbour - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Aasleagh Falls - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kylemore Abbey - 17 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Connemara National Park - 27 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Ashford Castle - 50 min drive - 46.9 km

Getting around

  • Westport Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Purple Door Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Killary Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Misunderstood Heron - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Snooker Room at Delphi Lodge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fjord Café - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage 194 - Leenane - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Cottage 194 - Leenane - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage 194 - Leenane - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage 194 - Leenane - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage 194 - Leenane - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Killary Harbour and Aasleagh Falls. Sheep And Wool Centre is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great location on the fjord

We loved our stay in the cottage even though everything is a bit old. The taps in the shower should be fixed in the wall, some kitchen equipment should be replaced (no proper pan) and everything cleaned over.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great location

Accommodation was adequate in a lovely location. Had everything you would need cosy and warm to return to after day out.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun 2024
Dear Ann, Thank you for your review. It is much appreciated. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beautiful pictureious location peaceful great place to recharge and relax

Loved the cottage very traditional peaceful great place to rest & recharge & relax looking forward to re visiting x
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2024
Dear Mary, Thank you for your kind words and lovely review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and that all was to your satisfaction with the cottage. We look forward to you staying with us again in the future. Wishing you a happy New Year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautifully situated quaint little house

We really enjoyed our stay in this idyllic house. It is located in a beautiful area and has all this facilities in a small set up. We enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul 2023
Dear Guest Thank you for your lovely review and feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and all was to your satisfaction. Should you wish to return in the future please do not hestiate to contact us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the cottage in Leenane! It was an excellent location for exploring Connemara and Westport by car. The views out the front and back were spectacular!! The cottage was super cosy and comfortable and had everything we needed. Laundry access was really helpful. Would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2025
Thank you for your lovely review and score, it is much appreciated. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay in the Leenane traditional cottage and that all was to your satisfaction. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future. Regards & Best Wishes Lisa Love Connemara Cottages
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful stay

Very welcoming and accommodating host. Cottage was very clean, well equipped, cosy and comfortable. Would definitely recommend to friends.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely stay

We had a wonderful time with our little dog in this cozy cottage.We loved the landsape.Very good shower and heating.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2024
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review and score, it is much appreciated. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back in the future!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Be careful—some things are not as they appear

• significant mould and mildew in the shower area; • further mould and mildew in the bathroom, suggesting very high humidity and/or inadequate ventilation; • an extractor fan which, in our view, should be checked to ensure that it is actually working properly; • a loose shower fitting, which we consider to be an unnecessary safety risk; • a loose socket cover on an electrical outlet near the kitchen worktop, which likewise presents a significant safety concern; • information provided for the property which appears to be outdated and no longer accurate, particularly in relation to the Wi-Fi access, operating instructions and important contact details and addresses; • a salt shaker whose contents were completely mouldy and/or damp; • packaging for the cling film which was also affected by mould and had to be thrown away by us. • We did not receive a response to a written email sent during our stay, which led to a dispute with the provider • Love Connemara Cottages did not inspect the cottage, despite the same issues having already been reported in reviews by previous guests
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2026
Dear Guest, Thank you for you detailed review of Cottage 194. We have relayed all comments to the cottage owner as per your email which we received after your stay. The cottage owner has assured us these are being dealt with. We responded to your correspondence as soon as we received it. There was a water issue at the property and it was dealt with as quickly as possible and fully resolved. We have partially refunded you for this inconvenience and we have scheduled a property cottage inspection with the cottage owner. All arrival information is current and up to date including wifi usage. We apologise that the issues that you found were not reported to us at the time, thereby not providing us with an opportunity to resolve or provide assistance. We thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. Kind regards, Lisa - Love Connemara Cottages
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Cottage in Leenane

Cottage gargen was not enclosed. Not safe for children or dogs. It just off a busy road. The Cottage itself could do with up dating
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2025
Dear Jane, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are disappointed that you feel the cottage was not up to standard. It is advertised as a traditional 2 bed cottage and the style of decoration is reflective of a traditional era. Yes it is close to a busy road and the waters edge, which is why it is advertised as more ideally suited for friends and couples. Please do not hesitate to contact us directly, should you wish to return to the area, and we would be happy to help you choose accommodation which may be more suitable for families. Kind regards, Lisa - Love Connemara Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

This is a lovely, comfortable cottage in a beautiful location.

I enjoyed both the cottage and the location. The owner was very helpful with a couple of minor problems. The house is warm with conveniences that are (thankfully) easy to operate. The location, backing onto the Killary is beautiful. The road is busy but there is a great loop walk across the road from the cottage. It is safest to drive into Leenane. The restaurant service is friendly and the food is excellent.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov 2022
Dear Guest Thank you for your lovely review and feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and hope you will return in the future
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beautiful and comfortable cottage in Killary

The cottage we stayed in was very clean and comfortable and was perfect for us, a family of four with two teenage daughters, to explore the region. It was cosy and its location was great, as it was perched on the side of Killary fjord. The only, very minor, issue we had was the exit from the cottage grounds onto the road is on a blind bend and we thought it a little dangerous to pull out of sometimes. Other than that, it was a perfect cottage and John Joe, who we met the day before we left, was very personable and helpful.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2022
Dear Guest Thank you for your lovely review and feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and hope you will return in the future
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cottage 194 Leenane

Location of cottage was perfect, the road outside was very busy all day but very quiet at night. We had food in Hamiltons and The Purple Door, it was delicious in both places and we certainly didnt need to travel further afield. Cottage suitable for our dog lots of room to run outside and not adjacent to any houses. The cottage itself was lovely, beds very comfortable. We had all we needed and because weather wasn't great we used the stove a bit which made the place nice and cosy. The bathroom however needs an update mastic around the shower tray gone black and shower not powerful enough.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2023
Dear Guest, Thank you for your review and feedback on your stay. We will pass all your feedback on to the owner. We are delighted you enjoyed the cottage and everything was to your satisfaction. Should you wish to return please do not hesitate to contact us
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Dogs welcome but not that dog friendly

We always love to find a dog friendly stay and whilst the cottage accepts dogs the location of the cottage next to a very busy road was a constant worry. The garden is not fenced in and therefore each time our pup needed to go out one of us would also need to go out to mind her. So keep that in mind especially if the weather is as poor as we experienced. The cottage itself is bijou but comfortable. Heating was incredibly efficient and effective, hot water plentiful and the wood burner a dream! However there are some areas that need updating/decorating. WiFi is excellent. Please note that the cottage is on a very busy road so you need to follow the access recommendation.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Dear Guest Thank you for your lovely review and feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and all was to your satisfaction. Yes that is correct whilst a cottage may be pet friendly (having pet inside) the area outside may be fenced or walled but we couldnt guarantee that the outside area would be secure for a pet. You would need to consider factors like size etc of pet that he/she may be able to jump/climb/go under wall or fence. Should you wish to return in the future please do not hesitate to contact us
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Good location, well equipped but could do with a good clean

The service from Love Connemara Cottages was excellent - straight forward booking service with emailing of information ahead of our stay. The property location was great, but the property itself was disappointing. It was well equipped but could have done with a good clean - dusty shelves, cobwebs, mould in the bathroom, slugs in the kitchen cupboards, etc. The bedding and towels were clean. There was a lot of rain during our stay and the water coming through the kitchen tap was full of bits of debris so we drank bottled water instead. (There also appears to be a lot of Japanese knotweed in the garden)
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2022
Dear Guest Thank you for your review and feedback. Sorry that you experienced issues during your stay. Had we been contacted we would have assisted. We hope you will return in the future
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Un superbe séjour

Nous avons passé 2 semaines dans le cottage de Leenane. Le cottage en lui même est fonctionnel. Tout est disponible pour passer un bon séjour. La literie est vraiment bonne. Quelques problèmes d’humidité. L’environnement extérieur est magnifique. On ne se lasse pas de regarder le paysage évolué. Nous étions avec nos 3 chiens. Le seul regret est que le terrain ne soit pas clôturé contrairement à ce que pourrait laisser penser les photos avec le portail Mais celui-ci ne ferme pas
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Jammer

De cottage was met weinig zorg gemeubileerd. Het dak lekte. De kranen in de douche zaten niet vast. De tuin was onbegaanbaar.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2025
Dear Freek, Thank you for submitting a review of your recent stay. I'm sorry to hear you had some issues. Did you report the water leak and the tap to your personal property contact person so that they could assist. The cottage is furnished in an old Irish cottage style. Should you wish to return we would be happy to furnish you with suggestions that you may find more suitable. Kind regard, Lisa - Love Connemara Cottages
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastische locatie

Het was een heerlijk verblijf, de kinderen genoten enorm van het rondstruinen in het fjord. Leuk om zo goed te kunnen zien dat het eb en vloed wordt.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Dear Kimberly, Thank you for your lovely review and feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and all was to your satisfaction. We hope you will return in the future. Sandra, Love Connemara Cottages
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ein "old cottage" mit interessanter Geschichte in direkter Wasserlage.

Die Lage am Fjordende ist eine traumhafte Landschaft. Der nahe gelegene Pub ist dauerhaft geschlossen. Aasleagh Waterfall, Erriff River und Ebbe und Flut sowie der schöne Ausblick auf die Berge jedoch 24/7...
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2022
Dear Guest Thank you for your review and feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and we hope you will return in the future
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Loved our stay here

We were very happy with our stay here. picturesque location right on the banks of Killary fjiord with lovely view of the nearby mountains.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
Dear Guest Thank you for your lovely review and feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and hope you will return in the future
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely holiday in Leenane

We had a very peaceful and enjoyable stay. The cottage was comfortable, clean and well fitted. The only minor problem was that we couldn’t open the key box and, as mobile phone coverage was bad ( or non- existent in the area) we had to go into Leenane to phone from the shop or hotel to get the caretaker. Otherwise, we were very satisfied with the cottage and its location was great.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
Dear Guest Thank you for your lovely review and feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and We hope you will return to the region in the future
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cottage 194 outside Leenane, Co. Galway

We were very pleased with our stay. The cottage, originally built in 1916, has been tastefully modernised but yet retains a lot of its original character. It's well equipped, warm and comfortable. The location is ideal to explore the many attractions in the area.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Dear Guest Thank you for your lovely review and feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and We hope you will return to the region in the future
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage and peaceful locatjon

I stayed here with my partner in July 2020- cottage was very clean and well equipped. The owner, John is a lovely man, very friendly and told us the history of the cottage as well as recommendations for places to go. Pity the weather wasn’t great but the lovely scenery at the back of the cottage made up for it. I would stay again.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Dear Guest Thank you for your lovely review and detailed feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and hope you will return in the future
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

A nice stay

A poor start in that the keys were not in the lock box. Had to ring the owner and had to sit around waiting for the keys. Entrance to property was not ideal as it was on a blind bend which allowed access from one side and proved dangerous entering and leaving. On the plus side, very comfortable inside, everything thing you needed was there. Good tv selection. Location was idyllic backing onto the Fjord. Isolated within a cluster of trees. Good privacy. Access to Leenane ‘by car’ 5 mins. Weather was amazing which helped. Owner came promptly with the keys. Enjoyed the stay, would go back again.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Dear Guest Thank you for your lovely review and feedback. We do ask that guests contact 48 hours in advance to arrange key collection details. Yes you will see from the cottage location it is located long a main road so caution is needed when entering driveway and leaving driveway. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and We hope you will return to the region in the future
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Brilliant location & host

John was a great host. We stayed in the cottage for a week, really cosy with a working stove. The cottage is in a beautiful and convenient location, close to beautiful walks and just outside Leenane village. Tourist attractions are a short drive. Dog-friendly.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cosy cottage

Us three ladies spent two nights in this beautiful little home. It was warm, welcoming ( a bottle of lovely red awaited us ) the beds were most comfortable. Yes it’s small - but quaint. Phone coverage was abysmal but that meant we spent our weekend talking!!! Central location for day trips to Kylemore ( great dinner there and very reasonable) Also a fab meal at The Seafarer in Letterfrack. Get to Leenane - this cottage experience awaits you!
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