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Pretty Cottage in Louisburgh a perfect location to explore The Wild Atlantic Way

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Beautifully presented throughout, 4 bedroom detached house, set in lovely rural
Kitchen & dining area with a 40" TV mounted on the wall.
Fabulous scenery on the road from Louisburgh to Westport
View from Old Head Beach - 5 minutes drive from cottage
Dining area with 40' TV mounted on the wall

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Louisburgh, Co Mayo
  • Place, Carrowmore Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kylemore Abbey
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Ashford Castle
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1 en suite

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pretty Cottage in Louisburgh a perfect location to explore The Wild Atlantic Way

A delightful 4 bedroom spacious cottage, set in a beautiful rural setting, with only a short stroll to the village & the beach. A perfect location to discover The Wild Atlantic Way and the beautiful county of Mayo, with it's fish rivers, blue flag beaches, peaceful country lanes to walk or cycle, a world class golf course and with one of Ireland's top visitor's attractions Westport House only a short drive away.
There are few regions in Europe to match the quality of Mayo's beaches and the County is the proud holder of 9 Blue Flag awards.
Killary Harbour is Ireland’s only true fjord and extends 16km (10 miles) in from the Atlantic to its head at Aasleagh, below Aasleagh falls. It forms the border between Galway and Mayo and boasts some of the most spectacular scenery in the west of Ireland.
After this scenic drive treat yourself to lunch at the magnificent Ashford Castle, or Ballynahich Castle, or just enjoy walking round their grounds.

Enjoy the most incredible touring, trekking and walking countryside you could imagine.
Why not take a cruise on Ireland's only Fjord at Killary Harbour, before visiting Kylemore Abbey. Visitors to Louisburgh are continually surprised by the magnificent scenery of the area. Located on the wild Atlantic coast, this lovely remote undiscovered corner of Western Europe boasts safe pollution-free (Blue-Flagg) beaches..
Louisburgh is the focal point of an area some 450 square miles in extent, stretching from Killary Fiord to the South, to the Owenree River to the North, and from the coast to the Erriff valley watershed in the East. All of this landscape is designated as an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the Mayo County Development Plan, and calls have been made for its designation as a 'Special Amenity Area'.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please fold down the duvet on beds used.
Turn off immersion, p central heating & the cooker at the wall socket.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Louisburgh

Located in Louisburgh, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Old Head Forest and Ballycroy National Park, while Clew Bay Heritage Centre and Westport Town Hall Theatre are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider War Games Paint Ball Westport, or check out an event or a game at Achill GFC. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and cycling nearby.
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Louisburgh, Co Mayo

What's nearby

  • Carrowmore Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Westport House - 27 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Kylemore Abbey - 34 min drive - 51.7 km
  • Connemara National Park - 42 min drive - 58.2 km
  • Ashford Castle - 61 min drive - 76.5 km

Getting around

  • Westport Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McNamaras - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Stauntons Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tia By The River - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Seven Wanders - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Old Head - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pretty Cottage in Louisburgh a perfect location to explore The Wild Atlantic Way pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pretty Cottage in Louisburgh a perfect location to explore The Wild Atlantic Way?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pretty Cottage in Louisburgh a perfect location to explore The Wild Atlantic Way on 12 Apr 2026 start from AU$347, 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 Pretty Cottage in Louisburgh a perfect location to explore The Wild Atlantic Way?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pretty Cottage in Louisburgh a perfect location to explore The Wild Atlantic Way?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pretty Cottage in Louisburgh a perfect location to explore The Wild Atlantic Way?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pretty Cottage in Louisburgh a perfect location to explore The Wild Atlantic Way located?

This family-friendly Louisburgh cottage is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Clew Bay and Carrowmore Beach. Fallduff Strand and Old Head Forest are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

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

Family vacation

We enjoyed our stay, beatiful country! House was perfect!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noreen H.

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

Perfect stay!

Clean and adorable home with everything we needed. Check in was clear and host communication was excellent. The home had everything we needed, location was quiet and situated perfectly for climbing Croagh Patrick and exploring Clare Island.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emer L.

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

Perfect spot

Beautiful home in the perfect village of Louisburgh, gorgeous beaches in the area and close to Westport. Plenty of space for two families, we absolutely enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

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

Louisburgh break

We had a fabulous 5 days in Donna's holiday home in Louisburgh . The house was very spacious and very well equipped for our family of 7, we really enjoyed our stay and Donna was very helpful from initial booking to arriving in Louisburgh . The location is amazing and lots to do in the area . Would definitely recommend Donna's holiday home
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward V.

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

Cute, clean home and Donna was great

The house was very sunny and bright, clean and had all that we needed. Donna greeted us and showed us every necessary detail. She also had lots of information about the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great location

The property was a bit tricky to find, as there’s no name or signpost—just number 5. Luckily, we arrived while the host was tidying up after the previous guests, which helped us locate it. The place itself was lovely, though it’s showing a bit of wear here and there. We’ve shared some suggestions with the host and trust they’ll be taken on board. That said, the location is fantastic, and we were blessed with beautiful weather—perfect for relaxing in the garden and exploring the surrounding area. All in all, a very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kenny B.

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

Mayo Holiday

Great house. Walking distance to village. Short drive for fabulous sights and plethora of magnificent beaches including Carrowmore,Old Head,Carrownisky(great surfing) and White Strand. 20 minutes from bustling Westport. Drive from Louisburg to Lenane is special.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

"Check in" could've been better

Lack of hot water for the first couple of days was eventually resolved
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

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

27apr 2 may 2013

Perfect for our needs. Everything worked as it should, no problem. Would benefit from a bbq being available to use.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindy m.

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

Spacious and Comfortable

Attractive home with very comfortable furnishings. Kitchen was well stocked with utensils, dishes, etc. We loved the sizes of the rooms and living areas. One improvement would be to provide an automatic drip or percolator coffee maker to complement the French press and providing small amenities such as shampoo. A walk into the very small town required navigating unfamiliar narrow country roads potentially in darkness depending on time of day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bernadette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Good for families

The house is well equipped in some ways - linen, kitchen, etc. but overall starting to look its age so that it's comfortable but certainly not luxurious. Great mattresses, though.Probably good for families. Our one complaint was that it was advertised as having a hot tub which we definitely wanted but it was a mistake in the description.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frederica S.

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

Kudos

The property manager was so welcoming! Fresh flowers, local bread and a sweet treat awaited us. Even though we were delayed arriving at the appointed time, our hostess made sure the “hand over” was seemless and she answered all of our questions. She was accessible for questions during our stay and made several great suggestions of destinations in the area. I highly recommend the property. A+
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry D.

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

Great Anniversary Getaway

We booked this cozy cottage for two weeks in mid-October. Donna was wonderful. She reached out prior to the stay to chat through the VRBO site and as we got closer she shared things to do and see in Louisburgh and other close towns. We communicated through Whats App once we landed at Shannon Airport (2.5 hours away). She met us at the house to show us how to use the applicances, turn on the water to the showers, lock the doors, etc. She also had flowers and a card for our wedding anniversary (which I had mentioned to her previously) Even a chocolate cake! So kind. Since it was off season, only a handful of restaurants were open during the week (mostly open on Friday and Saturday) but there is a small grocery store in town if you want to get something to cook at the house. A bigger grocery store is in nearby Westport which is about a 15 minute drive from Louisburgh. The kitchen has everything you need - pots, pans, utensils, plates, etc. The TV near the kitchen is a SmartTV. Towels are proved and there are hair dryers to use. The house is in a nice quiet street with easy walk to restaurants in town, McNamara's Pub and the beach (great sunsets when the sun finally came out!). We were able to just relax and enjoy the downtime. Highly recommend this house.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria W.

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

Great stay in lovely Louisburgh

We really enjoyed our 5 nights in Louisburgh. The location is perfect, walking distance from the village high street, and a 5-10min drive to the most amazing beaches. The house is very spacious, perfect also for larger groups, and has all amenities you can wish for. Definitely recommend for families!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

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

Irland pur

Tolles Haus in schöner Umgebung, Strand und Louisburgh (Läden, Restaurants,...) sehr gut in 10 Minuten zu Fuß zu erreichen! Wir wurden sehr nett von Donna empfangen, und hatten, trotz fehlendem W-Lan, eine schöne, ereignisreiche Woche!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Great place!

We stayed there 4 nights with our daughter and son-in-law and 4 year old granddaughter. The home was large and clean, and Donna was easy to work with. We used the home as a base for visiting the sights of the area and would definitely stay there again. Highly recommended. Thank you, Donna!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Uwe H.

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

Eine wunderschöne Gegend

Wir haben uns in dem geräumigen Haus sehr wohl gefühlt. Es war perfekt ausgestattet in der Küche mit Spülmaschine, Waschmaschine und Trockner. Die Schlafzimmer waren gemütlich und teilweise richtig groß. Die Gegend ist traumhaft - sehr einsam, nahe am Strand mit vielen Schafen und Kühen. Die Heizung war kuschelig und gut steuerbar. Die Dusche hat super funktioniert, was wir in Irland oft nicht hatten. Es hat alles gepasst. Die Übergabe von Donna war reibungslos und sehr herzlich.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob R.

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

Lovely home in Beautiful Louisburgh.

Donna is a wonderful host & the six of us enjoyed our 4 nights in Clooncarrabaun. We especially enjoyed the sun filled kitchen each morning before heading out to explore beautiful Mayo & beyond. The village of Louisburgh and the edge of Clew Bay are both a short walk away. The residence of this area are a delight whether they are walking about, helping you in the shops or entertaining you in the Pubs. Bob Regan
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clifford L.

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

September in Louisburgh

Great house and location and Donna,the owner, couldn't have been more helpful. The house was very clean and comfortable and within strolling distance of a beautiful beach and the village of Louisburgh. It was also a great base for travelling around Mayo and Galway. We hope to return soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen W.

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

Wagners in Luisburg

We had a wonderful stay. The town was welcoming and charming. We even met a dog along our walk who waited for us each morning and evening. The only suggestion we have is for large groups like ours, a more significant amount of hot water is needed. Other than that is was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

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

Fabulous experience

Donna was very kind and caring. Had several bouquets of flowers out as well as fresh bread, apples and milk. The cottage is charming and very roomy. It wasn’t easy to find in the dark- would recommend arriving early and ask locals for help even in daylight.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

Lovely, Quiet, Relaxing, Comfortable,

My two sisters and I spent four days at this cottage in September and had a lovely time. We recommend it highly. Louisburgh is a small town with a beautiful beach, a charming book shop (both secondhand and new,) and a great art gallery. Westport, which is a large town with great restaurants, is close by, only about 20 minutes away on a short beautiful drive along the coast.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sean m.

Lovely house

We had a really relaxing stay at this house. 4 great size bedrooms and a fantastic open plan kitchen/ diner. Large garden around the house and our 4 grandsons had a great time there. Very friendly host Donna. As a family we would certainly recommend this house and will certainly use this again if holidaying in Westport area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Excellent Vacation Spot to Discover the Wild Atlantic Way

We have just returned from a wonderful vacation in Ireland. We were three ladies travelling and this home gave us each our own room and tons of space to spread out. Donna has thought of everything. The place is immaculate and very well equipped. It didn't hurt that we had fantastic weather while we were there as well. This is the 2nd time we have visited the area and would recommend Louisburgh as a great hub to tour the area. Close to Westport and Croag Patrick and the blue flag beaches along the scenic coast. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Colette K.

In a word --- FABULOUS!!!

My sisters and I spent a week at this cottage and we all wished it could have been a month. The house was roomy, well-appointed and comfortable. The setting was scenic and peaceful. The location was perfect for day trips to Clare Island, Achill Island, Croagh Patrick, Cong, etc, etc. We were able to walk into town to shop and walk to the beach. I really can't say enough about our time in Louisburgh and in this cottage. We're back home now and wondering "was it a dream?"

About the host

Hosted by Donna

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Why they chose this property

It's a home away from home, well equipped with all the mod cons that contribute to an easier and more comfortable home. The cottage is set in a lovely rural setting, within walking distance to the village.

What makes this property unique

Set in an area of outstanding beauty, it's the ideal place to explore the Wild Atlantic Way & the County of Mayo.
There are so many places of interest & Things to Do and See in County Mayo in the West of Ireland: Outdoor Activities, Family Fun, Festivals, Shopping, Farmer Markets, Gardens and Parks, Museums, Summer Schools. ... Mayo has two major pilgrimage sites: Croagh Patrick (Ireland's 'holy mountain'), and the Marian Shrine of Our Lady at Knock

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