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Stunning Family Cottage With Garden On The Seafront

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and fireplace

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view of house and sea with Jerry the fisherman bringing back daily fresh fish
front of house from the Flaggy shore and sea
house from front gate and private car space
in the garden at the back of the house
view from the kitchen window

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Galway Bay
  • Place, Eyre Square
  • Place, Quay Street

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Family Cottage With Garden On The Seafront

Swallow Cottage is luxurious 3 bedroom seafront stone/wood house with fantastic sea views from every room. The house is 15 metres from the sea with views of Galway, Connemara and the Aran Islands.
It is situated on the spectacularly beautiful Flaggy Shore, a national heritage site and one of the loveliest parts of the 'Wild Atlantic Way'. The spacious open living area has underfloor heating throughout the kitchen, dining room, the two bathrooms and lounge which also has a wood burning stove.

Our beautiful home has large french window/glass doors in every room with stunning sea views that open out into the garden just metres away from the ocean. Perfect to watch seals and dolphins in the bay and spectacular sunsets of Galway Bay with your BBQ.

Step outside the garden gate and a lovely sandy beach faces you. There are several family friendly sandy beaches in the area. A short walk along the coast is the highly rated seafront Linnanes Lobster Bar/Restaurant which serves deliciously fresh locally caught seafood and a great pint of Guinness. The local fisherman's wife sells fresh fish on the harbour just outside Linnanes.

General information. Swallow Cottage is located in the spectacular area of Ireland known as the Burren (irish meaning Great Rock) which is one of the finest examples of glacio limestone landscapes in the world. Formed 350 million years ago, the region is rich with historical and archeological sites. There are more than 90 megalithic tombs, dolmens older than 5600 years and ring forts including the exceptionally well preserved Caherconnell Stone Fort. It is also renowned world-wide for its remarkable diversity of plants and animals.

The Cliffs of Moher is one of the most popular attractions of the area as are the Aillwee Caves, the most famous of the many thousands of ancient caves beneath the limestone mountains.

The Burren also has a long history of traditional Irish music which is played in many of the pubs throughout the area particularly in Doolin.

Swallow Cottage is midway (15 minutes drive) between the lovely coastal villages of Kinvarra, Co. Galway and Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare. Both offer a great choice in shops, restaurants, pubs and farmers markets selling locally produced produce.

The area has several excellent golf courses including the world famous Lahinch links course.


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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 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 is not permitted

Important information

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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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Burren

Located in Burren, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Burren National Park and Coole Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Burren Perfumery and Leisureland. National Aquarium of Galway and Millennium Children's Park and Playground are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Flaggy Shore, Newquay, The Burren, Co. Clare

What's nearby

  • Galway Bay - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Eyre Square - 40 min drive - 56.9 km
  • Quay Street - 40 min drive - 57.6 km
  • University Hospital Galway - 41 min drive - 57.9 km
  • University of Galway - 41 min drive - 57.9 km

Getting around

  • Ardrahan Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hazel Mountain Chocolate - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Monks Seafood Pub & Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Linnane's Lobster Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Larder - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Soda Parlour - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Family Cottage With Garden On The Seafront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Family Cottage With Garden On The Seafront ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Family Cottage With Garden On The Seafront ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Stunning Family Cottage With Garden On The Seafront located?

This Burren holiday home is on the beach, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Galway Bay, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Corcomcoe Abbey and Dunguaire Castle. Aillwee Cave and Newtown Castle are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Moira W.

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

Another perfect stay on the Flaggy Shore.

Thanks so much again. Our second statin this lovely home & was just as great as we remembered—clean, orderly, and incredibly comfortable!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

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

Magical place!

This was a return trip, and it was as amazing as the first! The home is so comfortable and has everything needed. The location is amazing. Morning and evening walks enjoying the views of the ocean, strolls to Linnanne’s for dinner. Perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard L.

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

August / September 2024

Great views. Peaceful and quiet. Conveniently located. Close to Kinvarra and other great locations to visit. Great food at Linnane’s Lobster Bar about 5-6 minutes in New Quay is fantastic. Zen Chinese / Thai Restaurant in Kinvarra was excellent
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin H.

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

Fantastic place!

We had a wonderful trip to Co. Clare and staying at Swallow Cottage was such a treat! The cottage was just as described (if not better), and had everything we needed for comfort and more for four adults and two young children. The rooms were spacious, amenities were top notch, and we loved being able to vent the windows/doors (of which there are many!) to take in some of the cool coastal air. To say the views were breathtaking is an understatement. Easy walks up and down the street to Linnane’s, Russell Art Gallery, or down to the shore. The cottage’s yard provided ample space for the kids to play and burn some energy, and being a short drive away from Kinvara and Ballyvaughan was perfect for our needs. Day trips to the cliffs, Aran Islands, and Galway were easy. We were sad to leave and would return in an instant. Thank you for providing such a memorable home base for our holiday!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edmund R.

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

Beautiful house in a beautiful spot

Loved the house, comfortable and classy without being precious in any way, some very nice original art work on the walls added to that touch of home. I imagine the location might seem bleak to some in bad weather but it was really lovely for our stay (mixed but no real bad weather) plus you had the option of the log burner if you needed it. Would recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason M., Boston, MA

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

Fantastic seaside cottage

I absolutely loved this place. A completely modernized cottage built right into a stone foundation/facade with all the amenities you would need, right on the ocean. You can open the windows and listen to the sounds of the waves crashing all day. In fact, the unit is almost entirely surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne Q.

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

Wonderful Week on the Flaggy Shore

We loved our stay at Swallow Cottage. The walks along the shoreline are spectacular and there is some interesting country lanes behind as well. The everchanging seas are a wonderful backdrop. The house itself is fully equipped and a nice size for 6 people. We found 2 bathrooms a bit of a challenge at times but we knew that before we booked so no complaints. The Flaggy Shore was central to our daytrips. Traffic to Galway was challenging at times, but we perservered. And it is easy access to The Burren and Cliffs south of it. Kinvarra is close enough to buy groceries, etc. easily. We highly recommend Swallow Cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Norah B.

Swallows Know Best Location!

We were looking for somewhere special to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary and Swallow Cottage was perfect. It has it all, stunning location nestled in it's very private spot right on the shores of Galway Bay which is famous for sunsets but with sea views from every room just as special to wake up to every morning. Built using traditional materials with a light spacious modern interior and well designed layout (bedrooms in separate wing) the luxury of underfloor heating, an extremely well equipped kitchen make this a beautifully appointed home. As for ways to spend your time, swimming just yards away, the many attractions of the Burren are on the doorstep and a little further Connemara and Galway City where a visit to Sheridans Cheesemongers or the boulangerie Le Petit Delice will have you thinking you are in France! The Russell Art Gallery close by serves good coffee and cakes as well as light lunches. For seafood lovers, like ourselves, there is the local Linanes Lobster Bar and Morans at the Weir in Kilcolgan also many more restaurants to suit all tastes. This part of Co. Clare is gaining a well deserved reputation for it's local produce so pick up a copy of The Burren Food Trail-follow it and enjoy! The owner Robert made the booking procedure easy and Diane who looks after the cottage is so friendly and helpful, we hope, like the swallows, to return next year.We would have no hesitation in recommending this this property as the perfect holiday destination. Norah & Tony

10/10 Excellent

Alison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved Linnane’s Lobster Bar just down road; we ate there four times! Highly recommend Connolly’s Bar in Kinvarra for breakfast. Host was super responsive to our questions. Would stay again.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location in the Burren on Flaggy Shore with all the outstanding attractions of local history and geology. From a simple walk along the shore, touring the wildly beautiful landscape of the Burren, viewing ancient ruins of abbeys and monasteries, to dining at Linnane's, this property has all you need for a peaceful and relaxing holiday in these troubling times. Great views from the house.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Finck C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderschön gelegenes Haus an der rauen Küste von Irland. Wir hatten eine sehr erholsame Woche direkt amMeer. Es hat uns sehr gefallen und würden es nochmals buchen.
Sonniger Morgen auf dem Grundstück
Abendstimmung am Strand
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous property in perfect location.Well designed and laid out home with all the amenities required for a comfortable holiday. Immaculately clean and tidy with great decor (loved all the art work). Lovely well maintained garden and grounds and stunning views of the sea. A very short stroll to a great sandy beach where we loved having a daily dip in the sea!Close to a fab restaurant, ice cream parlour, art gallery, veg shop and some fantastic walks. In a great central location to explore the main sights of Clare. A total gem, many thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Silke T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Das Ferienhaus ist fantastisch gelegen mit einem tollen Ausblick auf Meer. Die Aufteilung der Räume war sehr gut und es fehlte an nichts. Wir mussten nur leider erst mal das ganze Geschirr, Gläser und Besteck in die Spülmaschine stecken.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor T.

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

Familienausflug

Die Unterkunft ist wirklich schön gelegen. Sie ist gemütlich und es ist alles vorhanden was man braucht. Die Kommunikation mit dem Vermieter war ausgezeichnet und die Beschreibungen hilfreich. Wir hatten eine schöne Zeit mit Ausflügen nach Galway und in die schöne Natur. Wir könne das Haus sehr empfehlen.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

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

Happy hols

Very clean, comfortable house in a beautiful location with everything you need for a great stay. Excellent communication with the host. Beds very comfortable. A home from home. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert I.

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

Peace and Quiet away from it all

Beautiful views. Great location. Very comfortable house with everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

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

Perfect location

Perfect location and beautiful house which blends with scenery and has well kept gardens front and back. Occasional passers by will look with envy at the place wishing they were staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martyn W.

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

Flaggy Shore vacation

Lovely location Beautiful views Cottage is very much someones home and once you recognise that it then becomes your holiday location in a lovely part of the world
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith c.

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

The Enchanted Swallow Cottage

The Enchanted Swallow Cottage was everything and more than I’d hoped for. Quiet, a bit remote, which I loved, but convenient to all the important sites. CLIFFS OF MOHER, ARAN ISLANDS etc. Shopping at the help yourself veg box up the hill renewed my faith in humanity. Find out for yourself! Do be careful with the garbage. Ireland is very strict and God Bless them for it! Hope to return next year, and visit the friends I made this year. Truly Enchanted Thank you, Robert and Ruth
Stayed 26 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick James S., Des Moines, Iowa, USA

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

Excellent Host and House

Host anticipated every need and provided top notch amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Leann M.

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

Beautiful Flagg Shore

Loved our quiet and off the beaten path stay near the village of New Quay. House has beautiful grounds and views but is in need of upgrades to the furnishings, bed linens and towels.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Wonderful house for family trip

Robert’s house was perfect for our weeklong stay! This was our first time in Ireland, so wanted to see some sights but also have down time with the family. A day trip to Aran Islands (ferry from Doolin) was a highlight, bit
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Excellent

Great location excellent house wverythin fine
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Karen R.

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

Fantastic views - large house

The house was large and lovely furnished but a little bit old-fashioned. Some pieces of crockery were damaged. The garden was wonderful with a fantastic view, but we missed a table and chairs for outsite, as the weather was constantly sunny and warm. The house was perfectly located to explore the area (Galway, Burren, Cliffs of Moher, ...).
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron K.

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

The perfect home

The views and location are spectacular. We really loved the layout of the home as well. Really special and will hold a place in our hearts for the fun week we had at this home. Highly recommend this home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Robert MacIver

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My wife is an artist from the area and loved the unique location and wanted to live there since she was a child. We finally built our home in 2004. We decided to rent to holiday visitors because we felt it was a waste to have such a beautiful home empty for most of the year.

Why they chose this property

Our house is a traditional stone cottage but is architecturally designed to have all the mod cons including underfloor heating as well as a wood burning stove. It has a top quality kitchen and furnishings. It is on the seafront with a safe walled garden and very short walk to a sandy beach, an art gallery and renowned seafood restaurant/pub.

What makes this property unique

The stunning location overlooking Galway Bay. The house is near some fantastic coastal walks, beaches, prehistoric sites, castles and some of the world's finest golf courses.

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