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Quiet, romantic family cottage, shores of Lake Corrib, Connemara, Co Galway

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62153 sq ft

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Oughterard, Co. Galway
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Galway21 min drive
  • Popular LocationEyre Square25 min drive
  • Popular LocationQuay Street25 min drive
  • AirportShannon (SNN)97 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Quiet, romantic family cottage, shores of Lake Corrib, Connemara, Co Galway

“Anam-Samh” (= “tranquil soul” in Irish) is a modern, comfortable and tastefully furnished 5-bedroomed family cottage with a conservatory and a living area of 200 square meters, idyllically situated on a secluded 2.5 acre site directly on the shores of Lough Corrib, surrounded by a very large Garden and its own woods at rear. As its name implies the house is an ideal place to get away from it all. With panoramic views of Lough Corrib and the Connemara mountains in the distance, the setting is breathtaking, peaceful and surrounded by nature. Relax and read in front of a cosy log fire; take a stroll through the surrounding countryside go fishing, hill-walking or biking through scenic Connemara or enjoy cinemas, theatre, traditional Irish music etc. It's all on your doorstep.


Out of the Guest Book: What a wonderful week we had! We enjoyed your beautiful house, beautiful country and very kind & helpful people. What a magical place! We will miss the birds, bunnies and other wild life around your lovely home, but we take home many new memories. 21. – 28. July 2007, the McMurry Family, Los Alamos USA *****
How lucky we feel to have chanced upon your lovely home on the internet and to have managed to book it for the week of the wedding of our nephew. It’s in such a beautiful location and we were lucky with the weather. That all in all made our stay really wonderful. 14. – 21. July 2007, Kathy Booth., London, UK
*****
Tranquil, peaceful and above all the calming scenery: Enough to recharge the batteries and more. The weather was very wet while we were here, but your house and the magnificent view gave us rest and made up for it, ten times over. Will definitely be back hail, rain or snow, but hopefully sun shine. 30. June – 7. July 207, the Jonston Family, Downpatrick Ireland

Galway: Galway City is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Ireland. Visitors and students contribute a lot to the life of the City and are welcomed by the Galwegians for doing so. Galway and its surroundings are famous for many festivals from the Film festival (end June), 'Galway Arts Festival' (mid-July), 'Galway Races' (end July) culminating in the famous 'Galway and Clarinbridge Oster Festival' (in September). A free newspaper which contains details of what's happening in the City 'The Galway Advertiser' is published every Thursday and it is worth checking the internet or picking up a copy (available in any newsagent's, if you are quick).

Tourist attractions: The house is ideally situated for trips to the wonderful scenic area of Connemara and Co. Clare. Connemara is a superb fishing and golfing area. Oughterard Golf Club (18 hole Parkland) is only ten minutes away. You may also go on beautiful walks (Connemara Way) and there is wildlife for the keen photographer. Visit Co. Clare e.g. the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren with its spectacular views and the Aran Islands by boat from Rossavael (45 minutes drive from the house).

Property manager

Michael Bächlin-Cunningham

Languages

English, French, German, Indonesian, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 55 lbs per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Up to 55 lbs per pet
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Ausnahmen werden ggf. gestattet.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Carrowmoreknock

Located in Carrowmoreknock, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Oughterard Golf Club and Moycullen Riding Centre are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Quay Street and Galway Shopping Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Brigit's Garden and Millennium Children's Park and Playground. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • University of Galway - 21 min drive
  • University Hospital Galway - 23 min drive
  • Eyre Square - 25 min drive
  • Quay Street - 25 min drive
  • Galway Race Course - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Forge - 12 min drive
  • Powers Thatch Bar & Restaurant - 13 min drive
  • My Little Flower - 13 min drive
  • The Angler's Rest - 46 min drive
  • Connemara Greenway Café - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet, romantic family cottage, shores of Lake Corrib, Connemara, Co Galway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Quiet, romantic family cottage, shores of Lake Corrib, Connemara, Co Galway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet, romantic family cottage, shores of Lake Corrib, Connemara, Co Galway?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Quiet, romantic family cottage, shores of Lake Corrib, Connemara, Co Galway located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Brigit's Garden, Lough Corrib, and Oughterard Golf Club. Aughnanure Castle and Connemara Marble Visitor Centre are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cyril O., Paris

Liked: Cleanliness
Luxury, calm and pleasure at Anam Sámh, Galway.
If you look for a quiet and beautiful place with a breathtaking view, this is the place to be. Very nice house full equipped for cooking. The perfect location for visiting Connemara or just fishing and angling.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

elizabeth k.

Not what we expected
The view is fabulous. The bathroom tiles are really nice. The sheets are left on the beds for you to make. The water was not even warm for evening showers, where as morning was better. No hot water for dishes.All sheets need to be replaced. Bees in upstairs room, broken light in master bath, very complex house systems to figure out. Home has well water. Location is somewhat remote but beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C., Worcester

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Location
We had a brilliant time in a really comfortable lakeside house which had everything we needed. The location is great if you enjoy kayaking or paddle boards, but is only 30 mins from Galway and well place for Connemara, and the Aran islands all of which we enjoyed. We couldn't book great Irish weather every day but it didn't matter and we wish we could have stayed for longer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Ruth W., United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely getaway place
on the shores of the lake surrounded by beautiful countryside and views over the lake. We swam and paddle boarded on the lake, and managed to get over to the other side from Knockferry. Plenty of room in the house for teenagers, although it was slightly restricted to walk anywhere. We found it very relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning location
Absolutely stunning location. Was great sitting in sun room every night looking out at loch corrib. Plenty of space for our group of 8 and 2 dogs. Could do with a bit of an update inside. Outside maintenance needing done. Windows very dirty. Road into property very overgrown and hard to find. No welcome pack. Dogs loved running about large garden. Overall positive experience but could have been better given price
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John K., Dalton, MA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Quiet Yet Easy Access to Galway and Connemara
Our family of four had a vacation booked in the area exactly two years ago at another property, and then COVID intervened in our plans. Fortunately, when travel opened up this property was available. As other reviews indicate, a great location and views, easy check-in and check-out, comfortable, and more than enough room to stretch out. We didn't have trouble finding the house, and the only negative was wondering if we had figured out the Irish recycling requirements!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noirin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
week's getaway
I enjoyed my week down at Carrowmoreknock. I live in Dublin and have family in another part of Galway and was great to get to see them. I have two young dogs and it was great for them to have the freedom around the grounds and the Lough. It was also great to have family over.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Francesca H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic setting
A beautiful house with direct access to Loch Corrib, a paradise for water lovers and the perfect house for a family vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house in a stunning area
What a beautiful home, really enjoyed our stay, and very much looking forward to returning!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location and property
The property has excellent facilties and a beautiful view of the lake and surrounding area. It has a great heating system also in case of chilly days. Its extremely homely and the simplest check in/check out system I've seen. Support is on hand whenever needed. I would absolutely stay here again. Perfect accommodation.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2020