This bright and airy 2 bedroom cottage makes a wonderful base for anyone wishing to tour the West, hill walking, fishing, golfing, and horse riding as you are very centrally located.Enjoy an evening BBQ on the small front/side lawn. There is free wifi & the cottage is pet-friendly.Spiddal is a charming village with many excellent bars and restaurants as well as wonderful scenic walks and beaches. Surrounded by lakes and mountains this is the ideal location for touring Connemara, Galway City and the Aran Islands.Layout:Reception/sitting room with couch and two chairs, open fireplace, large window to the front of the house, flat screen TV.Kitchen: Fitted kitchen with breakfast bar, microwave, oven, fridge/freezerDouble bedroom with TV and window to the back of the houseTwin bedroom with window to the front of the houseGarden to the side.Spiddal Cottage is happy to welcome your pet, however, we would ask that your pet not be permitted on the furniture or beds. If additional cleaning is required we may have to deduct this from your damage deposit.Linen & towels are included in the rental rate.Check-in time is from 5 pm onwards (If you require a later check-in time please let us know)Check-out time is at 10 am on the day of departure.Free Wi-Fi is available at this property
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Spiddal
Located in Spiddal, this cottage is in a rural area. Spanish Arch and Nora Barnacle House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Spiddal Craft Centre and Leisureland. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Pearse Stadium or Galway Greyhound Stadium.
University Hospital Galway - 24 min drive - 21.5 km
Eyre Square - 26 min drive - 21.8 km
University of Galway - 27 min drive - 23.5 km
Getting around
Galway Station - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Poitin Stil - 7 min drive
Supermac's - 9 min walk
Builín Blasta - 13 min walk
The Coffee House - 10 min drive
Padraicin's - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Spiddal Cottage splendid base to tour the west pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Spiddal Cottage splendid base to tour the west?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spiddal Cottage splendid base to tour the west?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Spiddal Cottage splendid base to tour the west located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Spiddal Pier, Spiddal Craft Centre and Spiddal Beach. Loch an Oileain Mhóir and Galway Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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9.8/10
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9.6/10
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9.6/10
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 71 reviews
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Reviews
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8/10 Good
Siobhan
24 October 2024
Great Location
Had a lovely stay catching up with family in spidal cottage.
Had a lovely stay catching up with family in spidal cottage.
Siobhan
8/10 Good
Danny C.
24 July 2017
Clean, tidy and good location
Great little place to stay, 5-10 min walk to beach, shop and pubs
All we needed for our week in Ireland
Danny C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
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10/10 Excellent
Niamh
8 July 2025
Ideal base for touring Connemara
We spent a week in Spiddal Cottage. The location suited us very well, it is half an hour from Galway with and on the doorstep of all Connemara has to offer. It is walking distance to the village. The house is spotless with a very well equipped kitchen. Patsy , the owner, was very welcoming with milk in the fridge so that we could have a cuppa when we arrived and a generous fruit bowl to keep us healthy during our stay. I would recommend.
The location of this property was ideal from quick access to Galway to the very good restaurants and pubs within a 10 min walk. The property is on the smaller size, perfect for my wife and I, but would also be ok with adding 2 children. Yvonne was fantastic! We would definitely recommend!
Compact cottage, clean and comfortable although a little dated and Patsy our host was very welcoming and helpful.
You would need a car if visiting Galway as 30 mins away but well worth it as the journey very picturesque and Galway a fabulous city.
Spiddal is a lovely village and the craft village well worth a visit.
Andrew D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia F.
19 February 2019
So Lovely!
This little cottage was lovely, so cozy. Patsy was equally a delight. She had everything I needed for a peat fire, which I loved every evening! The cottage is exceptionally clean and very comfortable. It was the perfect home base after my adventures in Connamara!
The cottage is lovely. More compact than the pictures show. The bed was comfortable and we had everything we needed. Would be nice to have a shower caddy so you can have easier access to your soaps and shampoo. Easy walk to the village and nice options for food. Patsy did a great job of settling us in.
Spiddal Cottage was delightful! Both rooms were spacious, the living room was lovely, the kitchen small but with all the necessary appliances. We didn't ever cook there, so I can't say anything about the pots, pans, spices, etc. The mattresses were quite firm. Bring your own entertainment if you want to watch something. The wifi worked great and we had access to the washing machine, which was very nice. Patsy was accommodating and super nice! The area was stunning, and a great place for a ferry to the Aran Islands or a drive along the Wild Atlantic Way. Highly recommend.
We had a great time in this well equipped cottage just a ten minute walk from the beach.
Moritz M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Helen
25 June 2024
Fantastic stay in Spiddal
We were staying before our son's wedding and I was baking the wedding cake in the cottage. The oven in the cottage is superb and just what I needed. The cottage itself was great with all the amenities we needed and the host was incredibly kind. Thank you for a fantastic week.
Helen
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10/10 Excellent
16 July 2023
Spiddal Cottage
Spent a week in Spiddal Cottage. Great location, only a short walk to the village with loads of shops/pubs. Very comfortable cottage and perfect for a family of 4 and a pet. Patsy was there to greet us and answer any questions we had, lovely lady and very helpful. We will definitely be back
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10/10 Excellent
23 August 2022
Lovely Stay at Spiddal Cottage
Our Host, Patsy, was very welcoming on arrival and on hand should we have needed anything during our stay. Everything one could want in a 'home from home' was provided for and Spiddal Cottage was cosy and perfect for three adults. From the house, it was a ten minute walk to the village and fifteen to the beach and small pier. We were very happy with our few days stay at Spiddal Cottage and would have no issue recommending it.
Excellent accueil. Personne très aimable.
Ustensiles complets pour la cuisine et la pâtisserie.
Four, four micro ondes, lave vaisselle, réfrigérateur, chauffage très efficace.
Tout pour un excellent séjour.
A recommander
Nous reviendrons.
HUBERT H.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent
12 September 2021
A lovely comfortable house with spacious bedrooms.
The Spiddal cottage was in a very central location in Spiddal. The rooms were spacious and airy. It was very relaxing and comfortable in the house. I would highly recommend this house as an ideal base to discover the beauty of connemara and beyond.
The host Patsy was a lovely lady and could be more helpful.
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10/10 Excellent
12 September 2021
A little gem
We had a 5 day stay at Spiddal Cottage. We were welcomed by our lovely host and made to feel at home from the outset; she was always on hand but never intrusive. The cottage was spotless and well equipped and ideally placed to explore the beauty of Connemara. Highly recommended - particularly for dog owners!
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10/10 Excellent
22 July 2021
Charming cottage in a great location
Lovely stay at Spiddal Cottage, we enjoyed it thoroughly. Patsy was a terrific host and the house was the best equipped we've ever stayed in. Great location for the beach and village. Nice outside area for sitting. All in all a great place for a holiday.
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10/10 Excellent
27 June 2021
Spiddal cottage
Lovely dog friendly cottage on outskirts of spiddal village. Patsy was very welcoming. The cottage had everything needed for our stay. We will be back......
We had a brilliant time. Patsy was just lovely and the house was perfect. We are already planning on coming back again.
Colette F.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent
15 August 2020
Excellent location and property
This property is in an Ideal location, it is safe , has all the required amenities and is only a short walk to the beach.
Property is well equipped, clean, comfortable and functional.
Hostess is extremely friendly, warm and helpful.
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10/10 Excellent
1 August 2020
Spiddal cottage
Really enjoyed my stay here and it was a good base to go off and explore Connemara. The cottage was spotlessly clean on arrival and Patsy the host is such a lovely lady. Would recommend to anybody.
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10/10 Excellent
Les S.
11 July 2020
Nice holiday home
A very nice holiday house. Comfortable, clean, well equipped and in perfect size for the family with two kids. In very good location to explore Connemara. Short walk to the town centre and the ocean site. Quiet at night, very private with a very friendly host.
Les S.
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