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lake side family home,over looking the lake
Interior
Interior
King bedroom & bathroom en suite ground floor.
patio access from main king size bedroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Headford, Co Galway
  • Place, Shanbally Marina
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Galway
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Eyre Square
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakeside Country Cottage.

Coill beag is a modern 6 bed roomed home.
A spacious light filled lodge with its own private pier on the lake shore. It is sensitively constructed in local limestone, in harmony with the wild and wonderful wooded site surrounding it. Tucked away amid 5 acres of green fields rolling down to Lough Corrib, it is a haven of tranquility, comfort and easy living, while at the same time just 25 kilometres from Galway city.
An ideal base to see the Wild Atlantic Way.

Accomodation
[6 Bedrooms] as follows
1 Master bed room ensuite
2 Double bedrooms ensuite
1 Twin bedroom ensuite
1 twin children's room & cot
1 single 4 foot bedroom
All rooms down stairs[excepting children's room] open on to paved limestone patio & a garden of wild flowers and trees.
Large open plan living and dining area.
Well stocked compact kitchen.
Large selection of fishing, gardening, classical, and general reading material and cards
Coill beag is a light filled, easily maintained, south facing
home on the banks of the Corrib, famous for brown trout and Salmon fishing.
Coill beag is ideally situated 25 Kilometres from Galway city.
An ideal base for;
Fishing, hiking, cycling or just relaxing.
Boats may be hired locally & moored at the pier in Kilbeg .

Touring west and Connemara is highly recommended.
Visiting the many cultural, historical and tourist attractions in Galway city.
A visit to nearby Ashford Castle and grounds in Cong.
Local friend and neighbour available when needed for lake trips.
A selection of wet gear available to guests.
lots of childrens toys & games for the adults.


Coill beag is family owned and on the market since June 2016 .


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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
The house is rented on a self catering basis.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Note from host: The house is rented on a self catering basis.
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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Headford

Located in Headford, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Ashford Castle and Hackett Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Cong Mini Golf Club and Planet Entertainment Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Yew Tree Maze, or check out an event or a game at Galway Greyhound Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Headford, Co Galway

What's nearby

  • Shanbally Marina - 16 min drive - 7.7 km
  • University of Galway - 29 min drive - 33.6 km
  • Eyre Square - 30 min drive - 33.9 km
  • Galway Harbour - 30 min drive - 35.0 km
  • Quay Street - 31 min drive - 35.3 km

Getting around

  • Athenry Station - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Campbells Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Angler's Rest - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Garden Café - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Jack Kelly's Pub - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Country Cottage. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakeside Country Cottage. ?

As of 22 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakeside Country Cottage. on 23 March 2026 start from NZ$595, 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 Lakeside Country Cottage. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Country Cottage. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Country Cottage. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Country Cottage. located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Shanbally Marina, Lough Hacket and Ballycurrin Lighthouse. Lough Lee and Hackett Castle are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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This was one of the most welcoming and relaxing homes we’ve ever stayed in. The location was quiet and rural, but central enough to allow us to visit many locations across the region and have a relaxing base to return to. Norma is a wonderful host and we highly recommend this property!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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Lovely quiet getaway. Kids loved having donkeys in the garden. Walking down to the lough and just sitting looking out over the water was so relaxing. The roads around the property are amazing! Very narrow but unlike UK no potholes!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sherri O.

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The exploring never stopped.

This was a charming base for us to explore this history rich locale. From ancient friaries to neolithic sites, it was perfect. Coming home to a fire was the perfect ending to our days if exploring.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bob L.

Beautiful home and very accommodating.

We loved the home. We enjoyed the 3 donkeys each morning. Very quiet and private
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

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Lovely, peaceful cottage

Beautiful, spacious home not far from many wonderful adventures and experiences. Host was available when needed. Would highly recommend this cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Krista P.

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Beautiful, close to lush nature

We loved the donkeys and the water and the amazing view and lots of windows to enjoy from inside near a cozy fire. I loved waking up to the sunrise from our room. We didn’t shut the shades upstairs because we loved looking at the starry night too.
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

peter l.

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Loved this house!

This is a beautiful house in a perfect lakeside setting. My family loved the donkeys and walking on the property. Norma and Martina are very nice and attentive to any needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

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Fantastic Rental

We loved everything about our stay here! The house is spacious and well equipped with beautiful views out of every window. The property itself is very private and the surrounding community is idyllic. Martina greeted us warmly and was very responsive to our needs throughout the visit. Would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

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Lovely Place

We used the lovely cottage on the lake as our base and traveled all over southern and central Ireland. We had three generations and loved our time in the cottage. My father (79 years old) threatened to sell everything when he got home and move to Ireland. Everyone we met in Kilbeg and nearby Headford was just delightful. We found everything we needed nearby and could have stayed another 2 weeks. It is a very special place
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Ron B.

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Perfect

This property is breathtaking. Norma and Martina are fabulous hosts. If you want to stay in a perfect Irish Country setting, this is the place. The Headford locals are so sweet and helpful. You are close to Galway, 30 minute drive. When I come back, not if, I’m going to check if Norma’s property is Ava liable. 5 Stars for everything.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stanley S.

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Lovely home near Kilbeg Pier

We enjoyed our stay very much. The neighborhood is quiet and beautiful. The house is large and lovely. The grounds, including the donkeys on property were delightful. We arrived in late December and it was really cold in the house for the first day and night. However, the house heated up after that and we had no problems at all, as Norma left a more than ample supply of wood and peet to burn in the fireplace. We would definitely return to this property. Thank you, Norma and Martina.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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Great home away from home!

The title says it all. This place felt like our home away from home. It was comfortable from the get-go. We've stayed in plenty of VRBOs over the years that are all well and good, but rarely do they feel like this. Add in the view towards the lake and the donkeys just over the wall in the front, and it was perfect. I'd note that while the location is about a 30 minute drive to Galway or Cong, it's less than 10 minutes into Headford to find a big Tesco and gas stations. And it was always so nice to come back here after a long day out. TL,DR: Highly recommend and would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah V.

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Lovely lake house

Garden and location were amazing, very quiet and beautiful. The wildflowers, donkeys, & lake view made for an idyllic holiday. Furnishings and decoration were typical of Ireland - country style, lots of wood and shelves with knick-knacks like shells and rocks. Beds were very comfy, lots of towels provided. Umbrellas, walking sticks and fireplace supplies were also v. handy. Crockery/cutlery/pots and pans more than enough even for larger groups, but could do with a few more cooking knives, spatulas and the like. A particularly lovely touch was the delicious cake left for us on arrival. All in all, would recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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Very picturesque

The cottage is in an ideal setting, with a lake at the bottom of the garden and donkeys in an adjacent field. The main rooms to the house overlook the lake and it is lovely to just sit and watch the world go by come rain or shine. Marina, who services the property is very friendly and is happy to answer any questions and is on-hand to resolve any issues. We had a party of 7 and there was plenty of space both inside and outside of the property. Although the kitchen is small, it wasn't an issue for us as it had everything we needed - dishwasher, fridge freezer, microwave. The rooms are spacious with plenty of storage space and the lounge is equipped with a selection of books, dvds and cds. We really enjoyed our stay at the cottage and would definitely go back, if only we could guarantee nice weather next time! ;-)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Siobhan R.

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Beautiful, accommodating home! Great location

Absolutely fantastic home!! Spacious, roomy, clean, comfortable house with beautiful views of the lake. We had 4 adults and 3 children with more then enough room . So happy I brought no toys for the kids because there were plenty for them, plus games and books for the adults. The house has everything you need. Especially a kids room downstairs with 2 twin beds , bed railings and a playpen . I was especially grateful there was a baby gate at the top of the stairs. The kids had a wonderful time feeding the donkeys each day and running around the spacious gardens in the front and back. The local town is Headford and only took us about 10 minutes. There’s a large supermarket with everything you need, a playground, running track, pubs, take away. Galway city wasn’t more then 25 minutes away. The on-site manager was wonderful . She was very helpful, answered our many questions and kindly gave us a stroller when we lost ours at the airport. Overall, we had the most wonderful stay and I will be back again. The house fit our every need! Thank you!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Kurt R.

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Ein rundum gelungener Aufenthalt bezüglich Lage, Ausstattung und Kommunikation
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia Sigrid S.

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Sehr schönes Haus in idyllischer Lage

Das Haus bietet mit seinen sechs Schlafzimmern und dem großen Wohnbereich viel Platz und hat eine gemütliche, wohnliche Atmosphäre, wozu nicht zuletzt der Kaminofen beiträgt. Von der großen Terrasse blickt man über den schönen Garten auf den See; idyllischer könnte die Lage kaum sein. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten und einen netten Pub mit Live-Musik gibt es im nahe gelegenen Headford und auch Tagesausflüge zu Sehenswürdigkeiten wie z.B. den Cliffs of Moher sind von der Entfernung noch möglich. Martina ist äußerst freundlich und hilfsbereit. Insgesamt hatten wir einen sehr schönen Aufenthalt mit unseren Freunden im Coill Beag und können das Haus uneingeschränkt empfehlen.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Friederike F.

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Schönes Haus in idyllischer Umgebung

Uns hat der Aufenthalt in der Lakeside Fishing Lodge in Kilbeg sehr gut gefallen. Das Haus ist sehr idyllisch gelegen und von einem riesigen Grundstück umgeben. Man hat direkten Zugang zum Lough Corrib, Aussicht auf den See und kann die Seele baumeln lassen. Unsere Tochter hatte viel Freude mit den 3 Eseln. Wir wurden sehr herzlich empfangen und haben sehr gute Tips bzgl. Live Music und Essen in einem nahegelegenen Pub erhalten. Ausflüge nach Galway, zu den Cliffs of Moher oder in den Connemara NP sind mit dem Auto gut machbar. Wir hatten einen tollen Urlaub!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Regula B.

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Wunderschöne Lage am See

Das Haus ist wunderschön am See gelegen, mit einem traumhaften Garten. Riesiger Umschwung, einfach perfekt. Die Kommunikation mit Martina war bestens, alle Anfragen wurden sofort beantwortet und Wünsche im Eiltempo erfüllt. Das Haus hat 6 Schlafzimmer, 4 mit eigenem Bad und Dusche plus zusätzlich einem WC. Ein sehr schönes Haus und sehr gross. Zu bemängeln gibt es kaum etwas, wenn, dann nur Kleinigkeiten, wie zum Beispiel Messer, die besser schneiden sollten, oder vielleicht ein paar neuere Bratpfannen. Ein paar Pfannen weniger würden auch reichen, dafür fehlten uns grosse Salatschüsseln. Aber wie es so ist, Küchenutensilien sind halt sehr individuell. Der Kochherd und der Dampfabzug waren nicht sehr sauber. Aber wir haben uns im Haus sehr wohl gefühlt und die zwei Wochen sehr genossen! Ich kann es nur empfehlen!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rose M.

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Ferienhausempfejlung

Wir fanden das Haus und die Umgebung wunderbar, sehr zu empfehlen
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Rowland O.

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Fishing Trip

We had lovely week long stay here, location is great for fishing on Lough Corrib, we had two boats morred at the bottom of garden. The cottage is spacious and facilities are good, we can't wait for next year trip. A big thumbs up from us.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Boris C.

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Sehr schönes Objekt!

Das Objekt ist echt schön! Die Lage ist toll am Loch Corrib. Das Haus selbst ist groß, hell und konfortabel und bietet genug Platz auch für große Familien (Wir waren zu sechst da). Die Ausrüstung ist in Ordnung. Einkaufen kann man problemlos im 5km entfernten Headford (Joyces hat alles was man braucht). Martina und Norma standen uns bei Fragen immer hilfreich und schnell zur Seite. Besonders toll waren die 3 Esel für unsere Kinder. Man kann das Haus sehr empfehlen! Wir hatten einen tollen Urlaub!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Mairead R.

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Family holiday

We loved our visit to Kilbeg. Great house with lots of room for an extended family to spread out. Beautiful view of the lake. Extremely peaceful setting. The house is very well resourced for cooking and lots of games etc if weather is poor. Key holder Martina was very helpful. House was very clean. For some people to 10 minute drive to nearest shop / pub may be a disadvantage. Nearby pub closed due to Covid restrictions but only a short walk from house. We loved our break.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Claire G.

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Little Hidden Gem

What a fabulous holiday we had at this beautiful home for 1 week, indeed I could have stayed for 2 weeks. The view is stunning, so tranquil overlooking the lake, you could hear a pin drop. The donkeys were joyous for both the adults and the kids. Home from home, plenty of space, we all felt very relaxed here. Everything we needed was in the house, including toys for the kids. The beds were comfy and the showers were great too. We even made apple crumble using apples from the garden and enjoyed picking fresh mint also for our drinks. Perfect location for touring the surrounding areas, not too far from anywhere. We visited Cong Village which was my favourite, had lunch at Ashford Castle, a lovely walk around the gardens at Westport House, a walk around Galway and Salthill together with a visit to Clifden and Kylemore Abbey. We did a few hours touring in the afternoon then enjoyed a drink out on the patio on the comfy deckchairs on our return, with lovely family meals cooked later in the evening. Lovely for different parts of the family to be doing their own thing in different parts of the large communal living area, whilst all remaining together. The weather turned out much better than that forecast, rained usually when driving, then the sun shone every time we arrived at our destination. Joyces supermarket in local village of Headford is well stocked with anything you require. Unfortunately the local pub was closed due to Covid, but hopefully we will get a drink there next time. Martina the host was very helpful and Norma the owner was also very quick to reply to any questions we had. We will definitely return, the house and the location of it made the holiday so special. Would highly recommend this property, especially if there is a large group. Thanks Norma and Martina for your kind hospitality😊
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

edzo z.

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Schitterend huis aan lough Corrib, co Galway

Het is een erg comfortabel huis gelegen direct aan het meer. Het huis heeft een mooie grote tuin die beschut ligt maar ook met slechter weer een heerlijk ruim huis! De buren, drie ezels, voerden we elke dag wortels. We hebben echt genoten en er is veel te zien in de omgeving.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Norma

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We are very passionate about our Irish heritage and enjoy spending family time in Coill beag.
Surrounded by wonderful friends and neighbours it is our home from home for many many years .
We have holidayed here since 1982.
the children loved country living and we decided to sell our original cottage and build this lovely new home in 2000
our 3 donkeys are wonderful pets and love carrots and apples.
They welcome all visitors and love company.

Why they chose this property

This is a unique home built with loving care and attention to the preservation of the local environment.
It's wonderful landscape provides an excellent foundation for all speices of wild life.
The orchard provides tasty eating apples in a good harvest.
Turf and timber are provided in the barn.
We hope you will love living here as we do when we can

What makes this property unique

Kilbeg is a friendly and relaxing townland where the neighbours have time to chat and take time out.

Kilbeg pier is just a 5 minute walk where boats are moored for trout fishing.
There is a small local pub on the pier, which opens only at night time.
Unfortunately the pub is currently closed & we hope that it will reopen later in the year.
Ideal place to meet with the local farmers and fishermen for a friendly pint of Guinness.
Headford town is just 10 minutes drive where you will find everything you need

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