10/10 Excellent
Kirsten E.
26 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kirsten E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
The Cottage Is A Renovated Wing Of An Old Victorian Gate Lodge Of Ashford Castle
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Cong, Connemara, County Galway
- Ashford Castle12 min walk
- Cong Abbey15 min walk
- Quiet Man Museum17 min walk
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
3 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Cottage Is A Renovated Wing Of An Old Victorian Gate Lodge Of Ashford Castle
We welcome you to Ashford Old Schoolhouse in the beautiful surroundings of Ashford Estate and Cong village between Loughs Corrib and Mask. Enjoy the stay in our historical cottage built by the Guinness family in 1853. Surrounded by endless woodland walking and cycling paths and bordering the beautiful grounds and gardens of Ashford Castle hotel. Cong village with pubs and restaurants is just a 20 minute walk through the estate.
We are glad to offer professionally guided fishing for brown trout and Atlantic salmon. We provide a full angling service which includes guiding, boat rental and fly-fishing tuition. There is lots to do in the area for the whole family - horse riding, zip lining, golfing, falconry, archery and boat trips all within 5 minute walk. The area of Cong and Connemara is stunning for sightseeing, hill walking, beaches and little villages with cosy pubs. Kylemore Abbey, Clifden, Galway city and Westport all within less than an hours drive
Accommodation is situated in renovated wing of old Ashford Castle gate lodge with separate entrance, garden and parking. Double bedroom, bathroom, kitchen/living room with wood burning stove downstairs. Triple bedroom with 3 single beds upstairs and a bathroom upstairs. We look forward to welcoming you soon.
We are glad to offer professionally guided fishing for brown trout and Atlantic salmon. We provide a full angling service which includes guiding, boat rental and fly-fishing tuition. There is lots to do in the area for the whole family - horse riding, zip lining, golfing, falconry, archery and boat trips all within 5 minute walk. The area of Cong and Connemara is stunning for sightseeing, hill walking, beaches and little villages with cosy pubs. Kylemore Abbey, Clifden, Galway city and Westport all within less than an hours drive
Accommodation is situated in renovated wing of old Ashford Castle gate lodge with separate entrance, garden and parking. Double bedroom, bathroom, kitchen/living room with wood burning stove downstairs. Triple bedroom with 3 single beds upstairs and a bathroom upstairs. We look forward to welcoming you soon.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Europe
Cong, Connemara, County Galway
What's nearby
- Ashford Castle - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- Cong Abbey - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Ashford Castle Golf Club - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Quiet Man Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
- Cong Mini Golf Club - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mrs Tea's Boutique & Bakery - 14 min walk
- Cullen's at the Cottage - 13 min walk
- Quay Bar - 20 min walk
- Pat Cohans Bar & Restaurant - 5 min drive
- The Connaught Room Tea - 10 min walk
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Reviews
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Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Michelle D.
23 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The renovated school was beautiful
Michelle D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Manfred H.
1 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traumurlaub
Manfred H.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Martina Z.
15 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Martina Z.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Thomas M.
30 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay
Thomas M.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dana M.
30 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous place with walking distance to Ashford Castle
Dana M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ellen B.
12 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Ellen B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Danny D.
12 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The ideal place to stay
Danny D.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
David W., Eagle, ID
15 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
David W.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
claudia w.
14 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical place
claudia w.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
John G.
10 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in a great location
John G.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Morgan M.
5 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Morgan M.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dan W.
28 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical retreat
Dan W.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Victoria H.
15 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beyond expectations and hopes
Victoria H.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paul M.
28 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Paul M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brendan P.
19 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ashford Cottage
Brendan P.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathi W.
11 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Kathi W.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
David A., Manchester, CT USA
23 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice!
David A.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
James S.
23 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm and cozy, exactly what we were hoping for.
James S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patricia J.
1 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and tranquility in a magical setting
Patricia J.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael G.
29 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Place We Stayed
Michael G.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jane B.
20 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Charming
Jane B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Larry M.
3 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful inside and out
Larry M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nancy p.
10 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cottage!
Nancy p.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cindy M., United States
9 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don’t miss out on this property- it’s magical
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About the host
Hosted by Frank and Kersti Costello
Frank is a second generation gillie. Frank's father Jim started guiding 1939 for Ashord Castle. Frank continued his profession since 1993. Frank is Board Failte approved marine and countryside guide and also Orvis endorsed fishing guide.
Languages:
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