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Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
On the beach
A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
Endless exploration awaits
Guests love the top-rated location, steps from iconic landmarks and sights.
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
On beach
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Fenced yard
Explore the area
Flaggy Shore, Newquay, The Burren, Co. Clare
Corcomcoe Abbey
Place, Corcomcoe Abbey
9 min drive
Dunguaire Castle
Place, Dunguaire Castle
17 min drive
Newtown Castle
Place, Newtown Castle
18 min drive
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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Strip any used beds and gather used towels
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Property # 1090104
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
About the area
Burren
Located in Burren, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Galway Bay and Burren National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Burren Perfumery and Club Vitae Leisure Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Pearse Stadium or Galway Greyhound Stadium. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hunting nearby.
Aillwee Burren Experience - 21 min drive - 19.8 km
Getting around
Ardrahan Station - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Hazel Mountain Chocolate - 9 min drive
Wild Atlantic Lodge - 13 min drive
The Larder - 13 min drive
Linnane's Lobster Bar - 17 min walk
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.
How much does it cost to stay at Stunning Family Cottage With Garden On The Seafront ?
As of 27 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stunning Family Cottage With Garden On The Seafront on 27 September 2026 start from NZ$570, 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 Stunning Family Cottage With Garden On The Seafront ?
On-site parking is available at the 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, steps from Galway Bay and within 9 mi (15 km) of Corcomcoe Abbey and Dunguaire Castle. Newtown Castle and Cahercommaun 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.
Wow! What a house and what a location. Our family loved staying here and woukd recommend it for anybody looking in this area. The house was fantastic, the yard was perfect, and staying on the Flaggy Shore allowed a great launch point for a weeknof daybtrips all up and down the west coast of Ireland. A trip we will remember forever.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Kathleen S.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2025
Hi Mike and Scarr,
So pleased you loved your stay at Swallow Cottage and look forward to you all revisiting again.
all the best
Robert
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
Our family of six had a wonderful stay at Swallow Cottage! The cottage had spectacular views from every window, it was modern with all the necessities to make our stay comfortable. I would not hesitate to rent this property again!
Kris S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2022
Many thanks for taking the time to write and look forward to seeing you and your family again.
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
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.
We had a wonderful stay at your beautiful home. Everything about our experience was just perfect. Looking forward to coming back again. Thanks
Ron A.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2023
So pleased you loved your stay at Swallow Cottage. Look forward to your return.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Leann M.
14 September 2023
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.
Leann M.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2023
Many thanks for your thoughts. We have as a result bought new bed linen and towels.
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.
Barbara M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2024
Many thanks for the lovely review we really appreciate it.
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
Leonard L.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dan L.
21 April 2018
Simply fabulous!
We truly loved our stay at this cottage. It is in a breathtakingly beautiful location, beautifully decorated and well-equipped, and is perfectly situated for activities in and around the Burren. We truly enjoyed our walks along the shore and the local folks, to include Diane (who checked us in), were very cordial. Any future trips to Ireland would be sure to include Swallow Cottage.
Dan L.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
So pleased you love the cottage and the breathtaking location. Hope to see you back soon!
All was perfect from booking through finding and, sadly, leaving. Beautiful home in an ideal setting. Thank you so much for sharing with us & looking after us!
MM W.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2023
You are very welcome. Pleased you enjoyed your stay
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.
Edmund R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2022
Thank you for taking the time to write your review of Swallow Cottage and look forward to seeing you again.
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.
Jason M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thanks Jason. So pleased you loved the place.
About the host
Hosted by Robert MacIver
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.
Languages:
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