- Review 10
- occupants 7
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1 King size bed
2 Double beds
1 Single bed
4 - 3 Bedrooms 3
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2 Bathrooms with shower
1 Toilet
3 - 139 m² 139 m²
- Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
River Cottage, close to the Capital of Connemara
Clifden - House
Accommodation
Description
A welcome pack is provided with wine, bread, milk, tea and coffee, biscuits and a welcome note from the owners. Fuel provided for the fire to get you started.
From the front door you enter a welcoming hallway in the centre of the cottage. Follow the hallway to the right past the first of 3 rooms and you enter into a beautifully decorated open plan living space with marble fireplace, antique mirror and artwork. The windows on three sides offer stunning views.
You will find comfy couches and a Smart TV and a small library to enjoy. From the fireside seating area you go up two steps into a dining area with an eight seater oak dining table and chairs.
Off the dining area, there is a very well equipped kitchen with plenty of counter space and kitchen appliances which include a coffee maker, blender, food processor and a steamer/rice cooker.
From the dining area you enter a back porch which opens onto an attractive stone patio with glass panelling, stainless steel railings and patio furniture. A second patio to the front of the cottage catches the evening sun and is equipped with a fire pit/barbecue, table and chairs.
To the left on entering the cottage, you will find 2 double rooms – one en suite. There is also a family bathroom with a great power shower in the bath.
Triple room with a double & single bed.
Outside is a small shed with a washing machine & dryer. There is also space for storing bikes, surfboards, etc
There is a split-level living/dining area that could be hazardous for small children.
Free WiFi
Linen & Towels are included in the rental rate.
Check-in time is from 4pm onwards (If you require a later check-in time please let us know)
Check-out time is 10 am on the day of departure.
Distribution of bedrooms
Special features
Open plan kitchen (electric)
Bathroom(s)
General
Mandatory or included services
Optional services
Your schedule
Security Deposit (refundable)
Comments
- No smoking
- Animals are admitted to this accommodation, except for dangerous animals
Availability calendar
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Booking conditions
From the booking date until 29 days before check-in, there is no cancellation penalty
In case of cancellation the following charges will apply
Map and distances
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Distances
River - Ballinaboy River
600 m
Lake - Salt Lake
1.8 km
Cafe - Connemara Hamper
3.4 km
Restaurant - Jasmin Garden, Clifden
3.49 km
Bus station - Clifden Bus Stop
3.49 km
Restaurant - Mannion's Seafood Bar & Restaurant, Clifden
3.49 km
Restaurant - The Lamplight, Clifden
3.49 km
Restaurant - The Woodfield, Clifden
3.6 km
Restaurant - Mitchell's Restaurant, Clifden
3.6 km
Restaurant - Ravi's Bar & Restaurant, Clifden
3.6 km
Restaurant - The Willow Tree, Clifden
3.6 km
Cafe - Steam Cafe
3.6 km
Thermal springs - Connemara Seaweed Baths
3.6 km
Restaurant - Signal Bar & Restaurant, Clifden
3.6 km
Restaurant - Apache Pizza Clifden
3.7 km
Restaurant - EJ King's Bar & Restaurant, Clifden
3.7 km
Restaurant - The Marconi Restaurant, Clifden
3.7 km
Restaurant - Guys Bar, Clifden
3.7 km
Shops - Kavanagh's Supervalu, Clifden
3.7 km
Shops - Lidl, Clifden
3.8 km
Restaurant - Off the Square Restaurant, Clifden
3.8 km
Town centre - Clifden
3.89 km
Sand beach - Coral Strand, Ballyconneely
3.89 km
Shops - Aldi, Clifden
4.01 km
Park - Clifden Playground
4.1 km
Town centre - Ballyconneely
5.5 km
Park - Ballyconneely Playground
5.7 km
Rock beach - Clifden Boat Club
5.91 km
Restaurant - Anchor Bar at Clifden Boat House
5.91 km
Sand beach - Mannin Bay, Ballyconneely
6.9 km
Sand beach - Bunowen Bay, Ballyconneely
10.3 km
Golf course - Connemara Golf Links
11.2 km
Sand beach - Aillebrack Beach, Ballyconneely
11.39 km
Sand beach - Dunlaughin Beach, Ballyconneely
11.39 km
Rock beach - Eyrephort Beach
12.2 km
Sand beach - Gurteen Bay, Roundstone
14.81 km
Town centre - Roundstone
14.81 km
Sand beach - Dog's Bay, Roundstone
16.3 km
Nature reserve - Connemara National Park
17.8 km
Golf course - Oughterard Golf Club
57 km
Golf course - Connemara Isles Golf Club
66.61 km
Town centre - Westport
69.41 km
Train station - Westport Train Station
70 km
Golf course - Bearna Golf Club
76.79 km
Hospital - University Hospital Galway
80.4 km
Town centre - Galway
81.3 km
Hospital - Mayo University Hospital
81.49 km
Train station - Galway Train Station
83.01 km
Bus station - Galway Bus Station
83.01 km
Airport - Ireland West Airport Knock
130 km
Airport - Shannon Airport
173.99 km
Airport - Dublin Airport
294 km
Reviews
- 5/5Service
- 5/5Cleanliness
- 5/5Accommodation
- 5/5Location
- 5/5Value for money
Absolute Heaven
Damien (Ireland)
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Beautiful quiet cottage only a few minutes from Clifden Town.Extremely comfortable and everything that you would need to make your stay special..We will definitely be booking again
Beautiful quiet cottage only a few minutes from Clifden Town.Extremely comfortable and everything that you would need to make your stay special..We will definitely be booking again
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Hi Damien, Thank you for your review. It was lovely to have you visit our office during your stay. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to welcoming you back very soon. Kindest regards, Patricia
Hi Damien, Thank you for your review. It was lovely to have you visit our office during your stay. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to welcoming you back very soon. Kindest regards, Patricia
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Hi Natalia, Thank you for your rating. We hope you enjoyed your stay and that we can welcome you back again soon. Many thanks, Patricia
Hi Natalia, Thank you for your rating. We hope you enjoyed your stay and that we can welcome you back again soon. Many thanks, Patricia
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Thank you for your review. Feedback is very important for us, the owner and the future guests.
We hope to see you once again in Connemara.
Thanks Yvonne
Thank you for your review. Feedback is very important for us, the owner and the future guests.
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