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Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House

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Hallway with old settle bed
Gallery room
Exterior
Oak Kitchen fully equiped
View of Sittingroom/Diningroom from Gallery room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Gort/Kinvara, Co Galway
  • Place, Kiltartan Hedge School
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Eyre Square
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Quay Street
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shannon (SNN)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House

Tierneevin, Gort, Co Galway, Ireland

Shawe-Taylor's Old School House is a wonderful place for golf, walking and relaxation. The name Tierneevin is an Irish word meaning 'A Beautiful Place', so the name speaks for itself. This is a most luxurious building and we are very proud of the finish provided. We are certain that our discerning guests will enjoy holidaying in this beautiful part of Ireland. Charming period school house (ca. 1820), recently restored to its original splendour. Eco friendly interior finished with breathable products such as lime mortar on walls, pitch pine and traditional flag on floors. Insulated throughout, the schoolhouse has a high energy rating. With its cathedral style ceilings, wooden beams and a mezzanine/balcony bedroom, it is beautifully presented with antique furniture throughout, adding enormous warmth and character. This is a wonderful place to get away from all the stress in an area of outstanding natural beauty and geology.

Ideally suited for a golfing and/or walking holiday. Gort Golf club is literally on your doorstep with very reasonable rates available, and an excellent clubhouse and restaurant. This superb 18 hole Championship Golf Course is set on 160 acres of picturesque parkland, overlooking the Burren and the Clare Hills. The Golf Course was designed by the 1989 Ryder Cup hero Christy O'Connor. It consists of four outstanding par-3's, a testing par-5 ninth and a terrific par-4, carved through by Burren stone and natural waterways. From the property you can take a delightful 3 mile circular walk, which runs through the Burren landscape. The scenery, birds and wildlife, botany, geology and archaeology - all can be enjoyed on this short walk. Also close by is Kilmacduagh Monastery with several churches and a round tower. The Monastery was established in the 7th century by Saint Colman Mac Duagh, hence the name Kilmacduagh (the church of the son of Duac). Kinvara and Ballyvaughan are nearby fishing and farming villages both on the edge of Galway Bay. For shopping there is Galway City and Ennis, both only 20 minutes' drive from the property. There are many fine restaurants close by in Gort and Kinvara.


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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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: less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 289584vb
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 and 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

Gort

Located in Gort, this holiday home is next to a golf course and in the mountains. Galway Bay Golf And Country Club and East Clare Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Burren Perfumery and Turoe Pet Farm. Galway Atlantaquaria and Leisureland are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hunting nearby.
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Gort/Kinvara, Co Galway

What's nearby

  • Kiltartan Hedge School - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dromoland Castle Golf and Country Club - 28 min drive - 45.2 km
  • Eyre Square - 37 min drive - 48.5 km
  • Bunratty Castle and Folk Park - 37 min drive - 60.1 km
  • Quay Street - 38 min drive - 48.8 km

Getting around

  • Gort Station - 8 min walk
  • Shannon (SNN) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gallery Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tal Vez Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪O'Donnell's Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jack B. Yeats Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Emma Jane’s Coffee - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House?

As of 20 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House on 23 Dec, 2026 start from S$1,221, 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 Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House located?

Situated in Gort, this golf holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Coole Park and 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from Burren National Park. Galway Bay and Burren Perfumery are also within 16 miles (25 km). Gort Station is 8 minutes by foot.

About the host

Hosted by John Casey

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My name is John Casey my occupation is Auctioneer & Estate Agent. I have been in the property business for over 25 years. I am married to Brid and we have 3 grown up sons. Together we successfully ran a farm guesthouse for 20 years and we certainly know how to look after guests. I love my leisure time, a keen golfer I play in two wonderful golf courses Lahinch and Gort. Walking is another one of our pleasures sometimes we organize walks in the beautiful Burren countryside. We love music and singing and sometimes organise singing nights in our local pub. We are nearing retirement age and hope to spend much time with my guests.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this beautiful old cut stone schoolhouse two years ago and personally renovated it ourselves to a very high standard, retaining all of its traditional features. It is a building steeped in history. It was first a schoolhouse in 1840 with the principal being a Captain Shawe-Taylor, the owner of the property. It closed after a number of year and then it was a soup house during the Famine. The area surrounding this property is wonderful countryside. The four big attractions would be: Gort Golf Club, Kilmacduagh Monastery, which was founded in the 7th century and plundered in the 13th century, Coole Park, the former home of Lady Gregory, and the Burren countryside, as well as the beautiful harbour villages of Ballyvaughan and Kinvara.

What makes this property unique

This is a wonderful place to relax, so bright and the sun shines in every window. It is fantastic place to read and unwind. There is always something to keep you occupied: golf, walking, shopping, beaches - all of life’s pleasures are on your doorstep.

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