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Fanore Holiday Cottages On The Wild Atlantic Way

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Living area
Exterior
Exterior
Room
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Playground on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Fanore, Clare
  • Place, Fanore Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Doolin Cave
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Cliffs of Moher
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Outdoor play area

About this property

Fanore Holiday Cottages On The Wild Atlantic Way

Luxury Traditional Style Cottage on the Wild Atlantic Way, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and beside a beautiful sandy beach. In the heart of the world famous Burren area which is renowned for its karsk landscape. This unique panorama of grey provides such a stark contrast to Ireland’s proverbial ‘forty shades of green’.
4 Bedrooms, one ensuite, sleeping up to 8 comfortably. Double height ceilings in the livings area add to the sense of space making this cottage a true oasis of calm and tranquillity.
Ideal location for touring the West of Ireland and enjoying all the amenities along the Wild Atlantic Way. Only 30 mins. from the no 1 visitor attraction in Ireland, The Cliffs of Moher, Other visitor attractions include award winning Ailwee and Doolin caves, with the latter boasting the largest stalactite in the Northern Hemisphere. Ailwee also hosts a bird of Prey exhibition daily. The Aran Islands are a short boat trip from Doolin pier and are regarded as one of the last outposts of Gaelic civilisation.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
1. The cost of heating and electricity is extra. This is metered and charged on departure 2. The customer shall indemnify Fanore Holiday Cottages against any damage or loss caused by the customer or any member of his party and shall undertake to pay all extra charges. 3. Fanore Holiday Cottages does not accept liability for loss or damage to personal effects, motor car, baggage, electrical equipment or any other items belonging to the customer or any member of his party 4. The total number of people in the party should not exceed the number stated on the booking form 5. The cottage must be left in a clean condition 6. No parties allowed

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1782925
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

Fanore

Fanore is home to this cottage. 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.
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Fanore, Clare

What's nearby

  • Fanore Beach - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Doolin Cave - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Doolin Pitch & Putt - 20 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Cliffs of Moher - 27 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Lahinch Beach - 35 min drive - 35.9 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪O'Donohue's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Larder - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Wild Atlantic Lodge - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Soda Parlour - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Monks Seafood Pub & Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fanore Holiday Cottages On The Wild Atlantic Way pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Fanore Holiday Cottages On The Wild Atlantic Way?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fanore Holiday Cottages On The Wild Atlantic Way?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fanore Holiday Cottages On The Wild Atlantic Way?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fanore Holiday Cottages On The Wild Atlantic Way located?

Located in Fanore, this family-friendly cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Fanore Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Galway Bay and Doolin Cave. Burren Stained Glass Art and Doolin Pitch & Putt are also within 12 miles (20 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. 58 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karyl E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great choice we made staying in Fanore at Anne Pilkington’s cottage! This was a great base for our touring plans and allowed us to spend time learning about the history of the area through Anne and John’s Burren Mountain Tour. Our cottage was very clean, organized, and easy to access. It also allowed for privacy and a true vacation feel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon F B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent cottage ideal for our needs. Perfect location for touring the west coast of Ireland. Very kid friendly. Anne was very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anne is amazing to work with. We had some check in hiccups but she was super response solved our problems pronto. I couldn’t have asked for a better stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Could not ask for better accommodations for the family!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept, 2025
Thanks James. It was a pleasure to have you and your family to stay. Hope you will come back and see us again soon. Anne
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very kind. It was a quaint little cottage. We loved it! Everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication from Anne and absolutely perfect for our needs (survey work for NPWS). Would recommend to all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy V.

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

Great location!

Quiet, peaceful location in Fanore close to hiking trails, mountains and the beach! And cows grazing in the field behind the cottage. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2024
Thanks Cathy - much appreciated.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy J.

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

Excellent cottage

A delightful cottage. In beautiful surroundings. Anne is a very friendly, helpful host. The cottage was clean & comfortable & well equipped. Thank you Anne & family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy T.

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

Fanore Cottages

We had a great stay at Fanore Holiday Cottages. Great and beautiful location, cozy house, the kitchen has everything needed to prepare meals. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2024
Thanks Christy - appreciate the review Anne
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Genia G.

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

Peaceful and comfortable

Host was amazing. We enjoyed a fire every evening. Very comfortable cottage and beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire R.

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

A wonderful place for a family!

This lovely rustic cottage was a perfect spot for a 3-generation trip to the beautiful Burren area. Lots of space for kids, parents, and grandparents to sleep and all the amenities needed to take care of little kiddos (kitchen, washing machine, bath, etc).
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2024
Thanks Claire, appreciate the review
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my second stay in Anne’s cottages. We love Fanore and it’s quiet beauty. You can see the Burren and the Atlantic Ocean from the cottages. This is the perfect spot to stay along the Wild Atlantic Way. We explored the Burren and Fanore beach (both walking distance). Galway City and Doolin are just a short drive away. This trip we stopped at the Burren Perfumery for gifts, as well as Burren Smokehouse for delicious local smoked fish. We returned to the cottage each night and warmed ourselves by a peat fire. Anne’s hospitality made us feel relaxed and welcomed. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison L.

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

Magical

Wonderful visit- surrounded by animals, ocean, fields, rainbows and the Burren. Real, authentic Ireland. Perfect for our family of 4! Cannot wait to return.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc C.

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

Good Location - Nice property

Great views of the Burren and ocean. 1 km to Fanore beach. Property is clean and comfortable. Ann is a delightful host.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2022
Thanks Marc
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

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

Quiet and Cozy

We had a great stay in the cottage despite the storm that came in with Kathleen. The fire place and turf was appreciated to keep the place cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne S.

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

Peaceful and Beautiful Location

Anne was a great host and our family thoroughly enjoyed her rustic cottage with the yard and views! We enjoyed seeing the hares and fox(es) in the back meadow, the sunset and view of the ocean. It was so peaceful at night and we enjoyed the peat fire on the cold evenings. Thank you, again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Beautiful area

Very nice cottages. Very quiet Electricity is a surplus
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Loved our time in Fanore

The cottage was everything we wanted for our stay. It is clean and comfortable. Anne was great! She made certain we had everything we needed. It was a perfect place to unwind after a day of sightseeing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2022
Thanks Robert delighted you enjoyed your stay. Look forward to seeing you again soon. Anne
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

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

Wonderful stay in the Burren

We had a wonderful time visiting the Burren and seeing a bit of County Clare. The cottage is a great base for exploring the area. Our only regret is not having more time. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2022
Thanks Peter, it was a please to have you to stay. Anne
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Great little house in small area with no noise

You can see the ocean from the house and it is in a great location. Many things to see within a few miles. The house is well done and everything is new.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michaela B.

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

Very relaxing stay with a great host

We had a wonderful stay, felt welcome and warmly looked after by Anne at all times. The house is in a quiet location, so we were able to relax very well. We can absolutely confirm the friendliness that the Irish are said to be. Thank you for the wonderful time. We'd love to come back.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2024
Thank you Michaela for the review - really appreciate it. It was a pleasure to have you to stay. Anne
Verified

8/10 Good

Andreas M.

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

A Charming Cottage

It was a nice and interesting week in a real charming cottage for my son and me. Anne gives us a friendly welcome and even if the weather was bad, we felt good in this comfortable house.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2024
Thanks Andreas - glad you enjoyed your stay. Have to come in the spring and summer next time to see how beautiful the Burren is when the sun shines. Anne
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L.

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

Lovely Cottage

Our four-night stay in the cottage with the yellow door was delightful. Clean, comfortable and convenient, this cottage was ideal for our needs. Anne is one of the most congenial hosts I have met. She made us feel right at home. Plus we enjoyed our conversations with her!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

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

Family holiday

We had a wonderful time at Anne and John’s cottage. It’s clean and comfortable, with all the amenities you need. It was an excellent “home base” as was explored Ireland for the first time. Anne was always in communication, even warning us when bad weather was coming. We highly recommend Fanore Holiday Cottages!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2024
Thanks Daniel - appreciate the review. Hope to see you again in Fanore Anne
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb Hayden D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and spotlessly clean, and a stone's throw away from the beach. Fairly remote location with a lovely cafe, convenience store, and O'Donohue's Restaurant/Pub grouped together about 2km away. Buy more firewood than you think you'll need if it's chilly and stormy (thank you "hurricane" Amy!) buy wine, post cards, stamps, extra toilet paper, and eggs at the convenience store, Nick is very helpful. Paul at the pub was delightful, and the lovely young woman who owns the cafe makes all creations from scratch (gluten free options too). Our host Anne couldn't have been more attentive and stopped in to make sure we had what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

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Hosted by Anne Pilkington

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