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Galway Victorian Gate Lodge

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Property grounds
Dining
Living area
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Galway Victorian Gate Lodge

This wonderful self-catering cottage is located at the entrance to Lisdonagh Manor Estate. Set entirely over the ground floor, this holiday rental in Galway can sleep four people in two bedrooms with shared bathroom. The Gate Lodge has a country kitchen with dining area, as well as a traditional sitting room and woodburning stove. Situated on its own grounds it has a garden and outdoor furniture. Available for short-term lettings or longer vacation rentals, the Gate Lodge is a delightful detached stone cottage situated in undulating countryside close to Headford town, Galway City, Westport and Ashford Castle.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please confirm name and home address when booking

Please confirm guests' names and relationship to you when booking. Also confirm ages of children under 18 so we can better prepare for your arrival

Important information

You need to know

Property # 6971908
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Caherlistrane

Located in Caherlistrane, this cottage is in a rural area. Mall Theatre and Quiet Man Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Tuam Leisure Centre and Cong Mini Golf Club. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Caherlistrane, County Galway

What's nearby

  • Lough Hacket - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Eyre Square - 43 min drive - 39.5 km
  • Shop Street - 43 min drive - 39.5 km
  • Quay Street - 44 min drive - 39.8 km
  • Galway Harbour - 45 min drive - 40.1 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Campbells Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tj Gibbons - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Angler's Rest - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Canavan's of Belclare - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Galway Victorian Gate Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Galway Victorian Gate Lodge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Galway Victorian Gate Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Galway Victorian Gate Lodge located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lough Hacket and within 6 miles (10 km) of Hackett Castle and Lough Lee. Shanbally Marina and Tuam Shopping Centre 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A charming quiet cottage with everything you need- it was our favorite lodging during our two week stay in Ireland.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2025
Thank you so much , Ann for your kind words It was our absolute pleasure to host you best wishes John & Finola
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hansen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It as really well stocked—just perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a relaxed get-away location in the beautiful countryside. It’s not far from Galway and Cong where we went to Ashford Castle. It’s also a couple miles from a fun local pub.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
A great place. Quiet location - beautiful. Our family enjoyed the rest here. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

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

Great Stay

The gate lodge was adorable, we loved everything about the property and Fiona was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect location to explore Galway and Mayo counties and the beautiful wild Atlantic coast. The Gate Lodge is clean, warm and well appointed, set on acres of Irish country side. Our host was very responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cozy authentic gatehouse. Loved being able to explore the property. Enjoyed the attention to detail in furnishings. Friendly host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kat G.

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

Charming cottage

We loved this cottage! It was so charming and cozy. One day of our stay was rainy and we were very happy to just stay in and cozy up with a book and fire.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ron m.

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

Cozy cottage

This was a very relaxing stay. Surrounded by very beautiful horses and highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was spectacular. It was truly a very enjoyable experience. The inside of the gate house was clean very comfortable and felt like home. The interior had been updated since we booked and was amazing. The property surrounding the gate house was picture perfect. The host Finola made sure we had everything we needed for an amazing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly B.

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

Comfy home after daily adventures!

A very quiet and lovely location. Kitchen facilities were convenient and modern.Easy access to shopping in Headford. Overall comfortable and very clean. Would definitely stay again if we were to return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Quiet and peaceful cottage

My husband and I enjoyed the property and used it as our central location to visit Galway, the Connemara peninsula and up into county Mayo. Comfortable beds. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thia is one of our favorite VRBOs ! It is charming, private, idyllic and absolutely comfortable. The rural setting is breathtaking. There is even a pony !! Finola helped us with directions and saved us one night. She was always so helpful. We just loved it here !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

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

Lovely

Quiet, warm, clean, well stocked period home that has been carefully updated. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

Beautiful and quiet

We wanted a quiet place to relax after long days of sightseeing and touring and this was perfect. The kitchen renovation is gorgeous.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chery P.

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

Wonderful cottage

Wonderful cottage, with everything I needed. The hosts were lovely and always responded quickly. It's in such a beautiful area and easy access to Galway and Connemara. I cant wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Owen K.

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

Stunning cottage in lovely location

Stayed for 3 nights. Beautiful old lodge/cottage in quiet rural location. Easy drive to Galway City and surrounding towns. Lovely decor and furnishings, with everything needed for stay. Highly recommended, looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva

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

Really nice

Very cute little place, I had a great time. It's right on a road, but the road is rarely used, especially at night, so it wasn't that big a problem.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

E Jane O.

Wonderful location, lovely little cottage, great home base for exploring Galway

We loved the quiet, private setting surrounded by trees and birdsong. We walked around the Lisdonagh Estate morning and evening, fed the donkey and the horses as we walked through the paddock to the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thank You for taking the time to describe your time in the Gate Lodge this Spring Greatly appreciated John & Finola
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Cottage Comfort

We were thrilled with Gate Cottage. Serene pastoral surroundings, excellent amenities and charming, welcoming hosts. Having spent 5 nights here, we were sad to leave. It was a perfect base for exploring County Galway.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2024
Thank You , Susan , for taking the time to share your experience It was our absolute pleasure to host you Best Wishes Finola & John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Amazing little house to get away from the city.

We were absolutely delighted to arrive at this little slice of heaven after a week in Dublin. The peaceful estate was like something out of a dream and the gate house was perfect for us. We can't wait to return with our children. It is a perfect getaway for a family of 3 or 4. The house had all the amenities to cook. House was clean and better than advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina E.

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

Just lovely!

We truly enjoyed our stay at the Gate Lodge. It is beautiful, cozy and quiet. Equipped with everything you need, and very well maintained. Finola was lovely!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Johanna S.

Beautiful cottage

We had a magical stay at the cottage, absolutely beautiful area and the cottage was so cute and perfect. It included everything we needed to be comfortable, warm/cozy, to cook, and to enjoy. We would come back over and over again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M. J.

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

Dreamy Irish Experience

We are still swooning over our stay at this precious cottage! Finola could not have been more accommodating and helpful. We loved the country, rustic setting and took full advantage of the outdoor patio and late sunsets. We slept wonderfully in the comfortable bed and used the second room for our luggage. If you appreciate a historic and unique experience close to so many quaint communities, this place is for you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia D.

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

Sweet cottage off the beaten path

Quaint cottage off the beaten path with modern convinces. Beautiful veiws from every window and a picturesque drive down a lovely tree covered road.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

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