Traditional Failte Ireland 2025 Rustic Stone Cottage With Private River Fishing.

Photo gallery for Traditional Failte Ireland 2025 Rustic Stone Cottage With Private River Fishing.

A dining table set with plates, glasses, and a bottle of wine, surrounded by chairs and a vase of flowers.
A house with a large porch, a fenced yard, and a barn in the background.
A cozy room with a large window offering a view of a grassy landscape. A wooden bench and a table with a lamp and a bowl of fruit are visible.
A window view with a potted plant, a metal birdcage, and a vase with a flower.
A round wooden table with a wine bottle and glasses, surrounded by chairs, set outdoors with a view of greenery and hills.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garage parking available
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

View in a map
Clifden, Connemara, Co.Galway
  • Place, Alcock and Brown Memorial
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Clifden Castle
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Station House Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Interior
Ocean Front Home with Spectacular Views Overlooking Mannin Bay
Ballyconneely
  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
Ocean Front Home with Spectacular Views Overlooking Mannin Bay

About the area

Clifden

Located in Clifden, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Alcock and Brown Landing Site and Marconi Trans Atlantic Wireless Station are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Connemara National Park and Derryclare Nature Reserve. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby.
View more Cottages in ClifdenOpens in a new window
Map
Clifden, Connemara, Co.Galway

What's nearby

  • Alcock and Brown Memorial - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Clifden Castle - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Station House Museum - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Connemara Heritage & History Centre - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Alcock and Brown Landing Site - 7 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Shannon (SNN) - 159 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mannion's Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪MC McGraths - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mitchell's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Off The Square Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ravi’s Bar and Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional Failte Ireland 2025 Rustic Stone Cottage With Private River Fishing. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Traditional Failte Ireland 2025 Rustic Stone Cottage With Private River Fishing.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Traditional Failte Ireland 2025 Rustic Stone Cottage With Private River Fishing.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional Failte Ireland 2025 Rustic Stone Cottage With Private River Fishing.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Traditional Failte Ireland 2025 Rustic Stone Cottage With Private River Fishing. located?

This family-friendly Clifden cottage is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lough Fadda and Alcock and Brown Memorial. Alcock and Brown Landing Site and Marconi Trans Atlantic Wireless Station are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you want a slice of old Ireland, this is your place - a quaint cottage on a beautiful little river nestled into the natural paradise of the Bog Road. If you love birds, the daily serenade of the Cuckoos will warm your heart. And the occasional sightings of the beautiful Irish Hare is a treat as well. And the cottage is conveniently situated to the treats offered by Kylemore Abbey, Connemar National Park, the picturesque seaside village of Roundstone, Killary Fjord, and, of course, the town of Clifden with its pubs, restaurants, shops and - lest I forget - Walsh's amazing pastry shop.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful cottage to stay while you roam the area

A beautiful cottage, wonderful view, with a private piece of river which has to be seen to be believed. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov, 2022
Thank you so much Noam. We look forward to your return, Liam.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Words cannot express how wonderful this cottage and our stay was! The cottage and the surrounding area are beautiful. (We absolutely loved the kitchen and the views). Our host Liam gave excellent recommendations; we loved horseback riding on the beach and hiking Diamond Hill. The beaches are a must see! Guys Bar in the downtown area had great food and servers. We miss being there and hope to return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much Nichola and family. We are so delighted you had a wonderful holiday experience in Clifden this summer. Thats what its all about for us. You are most welcome to return of course should you be revisiting the area. Best wishes, Liam & Marian. Cuach Cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous!!

What a beautiful cottage and an amazingly beautiful location! We were very comfortable there. The kitchen and sitting area is wonderful since it is all windows and you are looking out over the river and the meadows. We wish we had booked more time. Also, our hosts were very informative and helpful with recommendations for places to go. Thank you and we hope to come back.!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May, 2023
Thank you Leslie and Tom. We would welcome you back anytime in the future. Thank you also for leaving our cottage spotless . Enjoy the Cotswolds, Liam & Marian Https://www.cuachcottagedirect.com
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and beautiful

We were looking for a break from our whirlwind iriish schedule and this cottage was ideal. We ate a few home cooked meals and ate at 3 lovely Clifden restaurants- We loved stumbling on to the yacht side restaurant with increfible views. Cozy clean and sunny-even when it rained. Which it will!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov, 2022
Thank you Dana for your lovely review. We look forward to you returning in the not too distant, Liam
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Delightful with a magnificent view

This was a quiet clean cottage with a comfortable bed and a special kitchen. The kitchen has great lighting and wonderful views. The backyard is out of a Monet painting with a stream and multiple song birds. The location is close enough to the village of Clifton to take advantage of all the restaurants and music. We could not have been more pleased with this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you. Delighted you enjoyed your stay. Liam & Marian.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Unforgettable stay near Clifden

I knew everything was going to be great the minute I contacted Liam and Marian. Six months before after a smooth reservation process, they helped us every step of the way to ensure we had a wonderful stay at the Cuach Cottage. Once we were there we were so impressed by how beautiful the property is. The place is so quiet and the interior of the cottage is beautiful. Special note to the beautiful brand new conforters in every bed. The kitchen with all those windows is so beautiful and relaxing that although we had so many places to visit, we didn’t want to leave the cottage. The stream on the backyard, the birds and the view….we are already wondering when we can come back. Clifden has a wonderful bakery where I bought fresh croissants every morning (among other things). I you will also enjoy a great variety of great restaurants. I wished we would have had more time, 4 days was not enough!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you Juan for your kind review. Marian and myself look forward to hosting your family again in the not too distant future. The bakery in question is Walsh's and yes one can get hooked on their delicious products. Was given a tour of this business last year after some upgrades and it's amazing the range of product they produce all fresh as a new daisy every morning.!!! Waistlines can be put to the back of one's mind, after all your on your hols.....
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful traditional cottage

We arrived on a blowy wet evening after a magnificent drive through the dramatic landscape of Connemara . Completely tired in a good way . When we found our cottage, opened the gate and saw what we had hoped for. Just opening the front door to a fire that just had to be lit and seeing how lovely and warm the cottage was rejuvenated us. The bedrooms are light and cosy and lovely - beds were very comfortable . But now to the most magnificent view from back kitchen room with three wrap around windows with views of the 12 bens . The dining room and kitchen completely new and modern and a comfortable sitting area at the other end . I didn’t want to leave and it was a wonderful experience . Thank you to Liam and Marian . From Olwen and Cian
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Connemara at its best

Cuach Cottage was everything that we had hoped for and more! We had done a lot of research and were delighted with our choice. The position of Cuach Cottage was perfect for us - ideal for exploring Connemara by bike or on foot. We did not need to use the car once. There is a huge garden with an oak and willow trees, wild plants and flowers, irises, and a little river. The place is full of birds and the views are hard to beat. As the last guest wrote: Connemara is in the back-garden. Inside the house is comfy, cosy, tasteful, fresh and clean. Although there are great restaurants in the area, we just loved going back 'home' to Cuach in the evening to enjoy a home-cooked meal and some well-deserved vino. We did have outstanding food in Ardagh and Ballynahinch during walks/cycles. We hired bikes from Mannions in Clifden and they delivered and collected the bikes - fantastic service and great bikes. We have lots we still want to do and see in Connemara and we will hope to do that again from Cuach Cottage! As cottages go, Cuach is as 'Connemara' as you can get. So for ever more whenever I think of Connemara, I will think of Cuach. It's also really nice to stay in a house that is a home rather than purpose-built rental accomodation. Liam and Marian love their cottage and that enhanced our experience there.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Hi Lulu, thank you for this outstanding review of our Seasonal let in the heart if beautiful Connemara. You know Marian and myself really appreciate such kind remarks about our holiday home and surrounds. You ladies had a great time exploring the immediate area with visits to Ballynahinch Castle, Roundstone, Ballyconneely, Errislannen, Cashel, and of course all the beautiful safe sandy beaches and mountain terrain within a stones throw of Cuach Cottage. Mostly on foot by all accounts, well done ! We look forward to your return in the not too distant, Best wishes, Liam & Marian
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sehr schönes Cottage

Wir waren zum Fischen in Connemara und haben den Aufenthalt in dem sehr schönen und gemütlichen Cottage genossen. Wunderbar gelegen und stilvoll eingerichtet. Es hat uns an nichts gefehlt.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you Christoph, Liam.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place

Lovely place with picture perfect view of the stream, sheep and hills. Close to town as well. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you Jill. We very much enjoyed hosting you at Cuach Cottage this summer of 2019.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tolles Cottage

Die Lage des Cotteges ist traumhaft; mit weitem Blick bis zu den Bergen. Man konnte sich kaum vom Anblick losreißen. Die Einrichtung ist sehr geschmackvoll und gemütlich. Bei der Ausstattung hat an nichts gefehlt. Es ist absolut zu empfehlen. Wir kommen gerne wieder. Grüße und die netten Gastgeber Familie Müller aus Hamburg
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Hi Keiko and family, Liam & Marian here. Thank you for your very kind comments. We really appreiate when visitors express their happiness with their stay at our traditional holiday home, " Cuach Cottage " located in the heart of Connemara on The Wild Atlantic Way. We would of course be delighted should you decide to return. Our home, is now your, home away from home. See you again soon, Kind regards.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Connemara Cottage

We really enjoyed our stay in the cottage. The location is great - a short drive to the town, and very peaceful with fantastic views from the back of the cottage. The whole place has a lovely feel - really nice decor, and we lit the fire one night which was great. Thanks!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you Stephen, we are delighted you and your family enjoyed your vacation at " Cuach Cottage " this summer. Best wishes, Liam & Marian.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

a charming get away and close to the best sites!

This is a beautiful property in its own right! An amazing vista out the back door with a babbling brook. It is so warm and cozy there! It was immaculate and plenty of turf to build fires at night. It can easily accomodate 4-5 people. Well stocked, furnished and it was fantastic to be able to do our wash on site. Thanks so much to Liam and Marian for their great place. I will be returning here!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Many thanks for your kind remarks. Yes indeed it's a very special place, Liam & Marian.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage and great service

We stayed here for 5 nights in August and aside from the weather, it was perfect. Tranquil location about 5m from Clifden centre. Kitchen/diner is a fabulous space and I don't think the pics actually do the place justice. Service from Liam was fantastic too :)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Ah Ram and family thank you so much for this lovely review. We enjoyed having you stay at Cuach Cottage and look forward to you returning in the future. Weather this year in Connemara was fantastic, no rain of any significance since 14 th. April. A record by all accounts with water shortages throughout the region. I will address the photographs issue at seasons end as we just have not had a minute to address this even though we are aware the photos need renewing with high res. / professional shots. Liam & Marian.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful landscape and perfect cottage

We spent a great time in this cosy, very well equipped cottage. There is so much to see in Connemara. The mountains, the sea with its beautiful beaches and all the different historic sites. Thanks a lot to Liam and Marian
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Hi Ulrich thank you for your review which we very much appreciate. Do come back and visit us in the near future, Liam & Marian
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fantastisch!

Prachtig ingerichte cottage, heel compleet en comfortabel. Rustig gelegen maar toch binnen 10 minuten in het gezellige Clifden. Het uitzicht vanuit de woonkeuken en het terras is geweldig en we hebben genoten van het kabbelende riviertje. Alleen ter info...de WiFi was erg beperkt, want die schijnt alleen bedoeld te zijn om je mail te checken. Liam zou dit overigens wel aan gaan passen. Kleinigheidje dus, en verder echt een aanrader!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Hi Corine, Thank you for your review. We now have a 750 GB system installed. Liam. Commercial Building Services Engineer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous cottage. Beautifully decorated & very comfortable.

Particularly loved the bright, airy kitchen leading out to the garden seating area!! What a view too! Loved all the quirky things on the walls & I thought whoever did the interior design had great taste!! It was all lovely! Another bathroom would be the only thing I would say could improve the cottage .... but does not take away from the great time we had there!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Hi David, Marian and myself are delighted with your brilliant review of our cottage and indeed your stay in Connemara. Also many thanks for your assistance with the well cover replacement. Do come back soon as you would be most welcome.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage with magnificent view

We had a terrific time in Cuach Cottage. It's lovely decorated and equipped with everything we could wish for. The cottage is located on a quiet place but still very close to Clifden. The view is amazing; looking out on the Connemara area and grazing sheep. We even saw a fox!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Hi Janneke, Liam here. Thank you so much for your excellent review. Marian and myself enjoyed having you stay at our holiday home and perhaps you will return to Connemara and Cuach Cottage in the not too distant future.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

We had a wonderful week in this lovely cottage.

This is a very lovely cottage about 4km from Clifden. This was ideal for us as it was the Clifden arts festival which we were able to dip in and out of whilst feeling that we could get back to seclusion afterwards. The cottage is very comfortable in all respects. The kitchen/sunroom was where we spent most of our time as the views from it are stunning. The light is lovely and we feel very restored by this week. We had some lovely coastal walks and some surfing. Liam was very helpful when we were in touch (which wasn't much as everything was fine!)
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Hi Alison and Mark this is Liam responding. We are delighted you are really relaxed after your vacation at Cuach Cottage. Art's week is a very interesting experience in Clifden with artists from all over the world exhibiting their works. See you managed to get in some surfing, great, first visitor to mention in 7 years ! Perhaps you will revisit sometime in the not to distant. Have a safe journey home, Kind regards.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous view, fantastic location, wonderful hosts

We've just arrived home from our relaxing stay at Cuach Cottage and miss it already. The cottage was so clean and welcoming which was much appreciated. Beds were comfy, plenty of towels, kitchen was well appointed and there was plenty of peat for our nightly fires after being out in the cool, blustery weather all day. Our favorite part of the home by far was the eat in kitchen due to the gorgeous every changing views seen from the wall of picture windows. The location was perfect for the many day trips we made during our 5 day stay. We drove the Atlantic Way all the to Achill Island and Keem Beach for the breath taking scenery, hiked in Connemara Park, visited Kylemore Abbey and the beautiful gardens, then went south to Cong and surrounding areas. So much to see and great hikes close by as well. We loved this part of Ireland! Thank you Liam and Miriam for your accessibility and for providing such a great home base for us during our stay. Thanks too for your patience with us Texans when trying to figure out the heating system! We made life long memories and shall be back! Guy & Mickey Rowland Round Rock, TX
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Great review, thank you very much Guy and Mickey. We just LOVE to hear back from our visitors as it gives us such an insight as to what we can do to better the experience for visitors to Ireland and Connemara . Every year we try to improve our offering and maintain standards at the highest level. You have arrived safely home to The Windy City ! Used to follow Lee Trevino some years back and he was the greatest golfer, a master playing golf in windy / stormy conditions, and also the funniest person ever. You now have a Home Away From Home tucked away in the very heart of Connemara. Both of you keep well and Marian and myself look forward to your return some day in the not too distant future, Very best, Liam & Marian "Cuach Cottage"
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tranquility

Cuach Cottage Do you hear the cuckoo when you drive up the country lanes To the whitewashed Cuach cottage with red round the window frames? There's orange crocosmia on the roadside with red fuchsias and yellow gorse A warm peat fire to welcome you and a room with a view of course A little stream runs close by over the stile into the field An oak tree overhangs it and perhaps trout that could be reeled Or you could just sit and watch the sunset and the view of 12 majestic Bens When the mist lifts in the morning and the foxes return to their dens The whitewashed walls have ears that hear the whispering of the breeze And your footsteps on the plain wooden floor and decor made to please Crisp white linen on a feather bed when you can relax into the deepest sleep In the savage beauty of the Connemara landscape- lovely memories to keep Cuach cottage a retreat from the usual pace of life where we could find peace and rest I think I chose well for the birdsong- Liam and Mariam it’s the best
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Sharon, thank you for such a beautiful poem describing your stay at "Cuach Cottage". Marian is delighted and is reading your words over and over !! It's so much appreciated that words fail us. A big " THANK YOU " Sharon, Michael & family. Best wishes, Liam & Marian.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage, beautiful landscape

We had a very good time in a very nice cottage surrounded by an enjoyable landscape. The core cottage is very traditional being refurbished in a solid and tasteful manner The cream of the cottage is its extension which is a big room comprising the combination of kitchen and dining room. Due to surrounding windows as well as two more windows in the roof it is a very bright room and even if you cannot stay outside because of rain or low temperatures you got the feeling to be outside - whatever the weather. The home is well equipped and the owners are very nice and supportive. A very good place to be on vacation!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Hi Isabel, Rolf and family, thank you so much for your very complementary remarks and observations of our holiday home, "Cuach Cottage" It was a pleasure to host such a lovely family this August 2016. Marian and myself are delighted you enjoyed your vacation and look forward to your return in the not to distant future. Kind regards, Liam & Marian.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A very special place to stay in Connemara

We spent 4 nights at Cuach Cottage in July 2016 and can highly it reccomend anyone who looking for tranquility and relaxation in traditional style with all mid cons TV Wifi etc .for a very comfortable time It is a great base to visit Clifden and all the great sights in Connemara Liam and Marion were very friendly and booking was very straight forward Our stay at Cuach Cottage was one if the real highlights during our trip to the West of Ireland James Monahan Düsseldorf Germany
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Hi James, Liam here. Thank you for your review of our holiday home. Just great to hear back from you with such positive comment. Understand you didnt get to play a round of golf at Connemara Championship Links course, next time though !! Love to have you revisit in the near future, Best wishes, Liam & Marian.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Un beau cottage dans un environnement exceptionnel

Nous avons apprécié ce gîte très confortable, à la décoration soignée, très cosy. La vue sur la nature et les montagnes est saisissante. Tout est mis à disposition pour s'y sentir comme chez soi. Excellentes idées que de proposer une canne à pêche pour pêcher au fond du jardin, et des jumelles. C'est un cottage que l'on n'a pas envie de quitter tellement on s'y sent bien. Ce gîte est bien situé entre terre, lacs et mer.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you Sandrine and family. Marian and myself are delighted you had such fun and enjoyment whilst holidaying in "Cuach Cottage" this summer of 2016. It was indeed a great pleasure to have such a lovely family staying. Please do return again in the not too distant future............ All the very best.
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback