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Thatch Cottage in Galway Bay nestled on the Burren along the Wild Atlantic Way

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A stone wall with a garden in front, a clear blue sky, and a distant view of the sea.
A stone house with a thatched roof, a pink door, and a bicycle parked outside.
A stone house with a thatched roof, a small garden with gravel paths, and a patio area with a chair.
A living room with a fireplace, a coffee table with a newspaper, a basket of Barry's Tea, and a leather sofa.
A pink door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea and greenery.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Ballyvaughan, Clare
  • Place, Galway Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Newtown Castle
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Aillwee Burren Experience
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Ballyvaughan

Ballyvaughan is home to this cottage. Quay Street and Shop Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Burren Nature Sanctuary and Galway Bay. Burren Perfumery and Burren Stained Glass Art are also worth visiting.
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Map
Ballyvaughan, Clare

What's nearby

  • Galway Bay - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Newtown Castle - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Aillwee Burren Experience - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Fanore Beach - 12 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Poulnabrone Dolmen - 16 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

  • Ardrahan Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Óir House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Monks Seafood Pub & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Linnane's Lobster Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪O'Donohue's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hylands Burren Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thatch Cottage in Galway Bay nestled on the Burren along the Wild Atlantic Way pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Thatch Cottage in Galway Bay nestled on the Burren along the Wild Atlantic Way?

As of 29 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thatch Cottage in Galway Bay nestled on the Burren along the Wild Atlantic Way on 8 November 2026 start from NZ$606, 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 Thatch Cottage in Galway Bay nestled on the Burren along the Wild Atlantic Way?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Thatch Cottage in Galway Bay nestled on the Burren along the Wild Atlantic Way?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thatch Cottage in Galway Bay nestled on the Burren along the Wild Atlantic Way?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Thatch Cottage in Galway Bay nestled on the Burren along the Wild Atlantic Way located?

Situated in Ballyvaughan, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Galway Bay and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Newtown Castle. Fanore Beach and Corcomcoe Abbey are also within 9 miles (15 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. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time in this cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2026
Wonderful guests hope to see again ,, highly recommended
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation. Beautiful place. Paul was very helpful. My family really enjoyed our time to rest and travel. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Wonderful Guests very respectful hope to see again ,, Safe travels home
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay! The cottage was very cozy! Wonderful location! Wish we could have stayed longer! Paul, the host, responded to our queries almost immediately!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Thanks Mary such a wonderful guest hope to see you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

17th Century Cottage

Very cozy. Beautiful view to wake up to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Thanks Robyn we hope to see you again ,, many thanks
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was so cute from the outside but too modest for my husband and I on the inside. We ended up leaving after one night. We had planned on cooking at the house but I underestimated how small the kitchen was from the picture. There were also no paper towels to clean anything. The owner has a ring camera by the door and must have overheard us complaining so his cleaning lady came by the next day to check on us which was a nice gesture but a heads up would have been appreciated. Finally the cottage was too close to the road for our liking. It could be a nice option for some but it just wasn't for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 October 2025
glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again at Oranuisce Thach Cottage by the Sea its very very rare that guests complain about the unique location and fantastic views over Galway Bay, we sent in our manager to check that everything was ok on your first day of which you had already decided to go to Kilarney in the short time allocated on your trip this being more the reality of the situation. the ring camera is for security and protection also for guests to use if not able to enter under the instructions given via email and not for your husband to keep ringing and sending down messages about the cottage
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

historisches liebevoll saniertes Cottage

Es hat alles wunderbar geklappt. Das Cottage hat Charme und ist mit moderner Technik und hübschen Möbeln ausgestattet. Die Blumen blühen und die Wiese war schön grün. Bei besserem Wetter hätte man schön draußen sitzen können.Die Küche ist recht klein, da es die Räumlichkeiten nicht anders hergeben.Durch die alten Mauern und das irische Wetter ist die Luftfeuchtigkeit in den Räumen relativ hoch.Die kleine Wanderung, vom Gastgeber empfohlen, in die Burren ist toll.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Wonderful and very respectful guests
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