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Historic Georgian Country House with Private Garden & Riverside Charm

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Exterior
Welcome to Wellpark! (plentiful parking )
Front garden with ancient trees.
Original Georgian entrance to Wellpark front Wellpark garden
Wellpark entrance hall & winding staircase

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12262 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

+1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Historic Georgian Country House with Private Garden & Riverside Charm

Discover the charm of this historic, independent, and private Georgian House (1730), nestled in its own lush garden oasis. With an exclusive entrance located just across from the serene Owenriff River, this property offers an unparalleled blend of tranquillity and convenience.

Set in the heart of Connemara, this home is close to the breathtaking Lake Corrib and the stunning Atlantic coastline, with endless opportunities for outdoor adventures in some of Ireland’s most iconic landscapes.

The house seamlessly combines modern comforts with the inviting lifestyle of a vibrant village (Oughterard). Enjoy the warmth of local pubs, browse the farmers' markets, find quality goods at the butcher's and grocery stores, and admire the exceptional craftsmanship of local artisans—all just steps away, across the stone bridge or following the short path along the Owenriff River.

It’s more than a house; it’s your personal retreat in the enchanting beauty of Connemara, where nature, culture, and timeless elegance converge.

You may also find videos of the house, rooms & gardens on Instagram #wellparkHouseireland

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Obviously while taking great care of Wellpark
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
PLEASE KEEP GATES CLOSED AT ALL TIMES.
PLEASE WASH (stainless steel) BARBECUE GRILL AFTER USE. THANKYOU!
ARRIVALS after 4p.m. to allow for general house cleaning. Departures before 11a.m.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Obviously while taking great care of Wellpark
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

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

About the area

Oughterard

Located in Oughterard, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Glengowla Mines and Aughnanure Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Brigit's Garden and Cong Mini Golf Club. Windsurfing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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County Galway, West of Ireland

What's nearby

  • Oughterard District Bog Natural Heritage Area - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Lough Corrib - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Brigit's Garden - 8 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Eyre Square - 28 min drive - 34.1 km
  • Quay Street - 28 min drive - 34.1 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Powers Thatch Bar & Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Faherty's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪My Little Flower - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Garden Café - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jack Kelly's Pub - ‬59 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Georgian Country House with Private Garden & Riverside Charm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Georgian Country House with Private Garden & Riverside Charm?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Georgian Country House with Private Garden & Riverside Charm on 6 Apr 2026 start from AU$943, 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 Historic Georgian Country House with Private Garden & Riverside Charm?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Georgian Country House with Private Garden & Riverside Charm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Georgian Country House with Private Garden & Riverside Charm?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Historic Georgian Country House with Private Garden & Riverside Charm located?

This family-friendly Oughterard holiday home is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Oughterard District Bog Natural Heritage Area, Lough Corrib and Glengowla Mines. Oughterard Golf Club and Shannaghree Lough are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 49 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 49 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn H.

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

Beautiful place

Absolutely beautiful property perfect for large groups. Close enough to Galway and other destinations with the charm of the local village. Wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Very comfortable for a family of 10

A great base for touring Connemara and Mayo or just staying at home and watching kids play in the yard.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn N.

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

Charming town with friendly residents

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! Plenty of room in the house! It was an easy walk into town which we really took advantage of to catch bus to Galway or for dinner or AM coffees. Great food and pub life here. Highly recommend (would have loved to stay longer) Many thanks for the hospitality!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eileen m.

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

Family trip

The home was large and accomodating and the grounds are beautiful. We had a little hiccup checking in and the host could not have been nicer in trying to rectify the situation. It's a very quick walk to town with plenty of restaurants, pubs, grocery etc. All in all a lovely vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Communication
They took out deposit with zero communication. We booked and paid half, they didn’t contact us for the further payment, just took the deposit and cancelled without notice, ruined our joint family reunion, then kept the large deposit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gail J.

Wonderful experience!

WellPark was exactly as advertised! Very roomy and inviting, with a family kitchen and sunroom, that my family of 7 enjoyed. Oughterard is a very easy walk, with a few small sops , pubs and restaurants. I would especially recommend the Greenway Cafe! We hope to be able to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

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

Perfect Irish country estate

We had a superb stay at Wellpark House. The home is charming and historic, with beautiful grounds. It's a short easy walk into Oughterard, which has everything most people will need--multiple nice pubs and restaurants, a decent grocery store, a good butcher, several other nice little shops, and Catholic and Anglican churches. Mary, the caretaker for the house, is extremely friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Marty M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week at Wellpark

Perfect location and size for our 10 adult group. We prepared an evening meal twice in Kitchen and grill area. Plenty of kitchen utilities and place settings. Visited Conermara National Park,Kylemore Abby played golf 2 days shoped in Oughterard and visited pubs all great fun. Roundstone was a great find. Bedding could be fresher
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Superb stay

Beautiful home & location , toured most days returning for Leisurely dinners / bbqs , great location , house, garden -well equipped didn’t lack anything. All comforts available . Dined at boat inn , oughterard - lovely and lunched at Baidin in clifden beach - fab . Swam at beautiful Finny lakeside beach , walked in Cong forest, glenagowna mines , aughnure castle , great lunch and day at brigit’s gardens, zipped and climbed walls at wildlands , cycled greenway section mulranny to achill return . Loads to do and lovely house to return to
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noreen G.

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

Birthday celebration

Fabulous property. There were 10 of us, three generations and all had a ball. Big extended family party catered by Patrick at Connemara caterers, was a big success. A lovely ginger cat was a frequent visitor during our stay adding a lovely extra dimension. Big thank you to Mary’s for going the extra mile to make sure everyone enjoyed themselves, especially the footballers! Visited Clifden, Kylemore Abbey, some beautiful beaches, pubs and restaurants. Beautiful memories for everyone who was part of this celebration. Would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sinead G.

Great location for exploring the region. Walking distance to pubs, restaurants and local shops.

We were a family group of 10, with three generations. The house is very large so plenty of room for all to enjoy different activities or just to relax in their own way. The garden is beautiful and the apples from the tree were delicious! There are beautiful walks along the river just outside the house, and lots of activities nearby such as cycling, fishing etc. We explored the whole region and the house was perfectly located. The owner provides a great information pack after the booking is made and we followed nearly all of her recommendations! All of the restaurants we visited in Oughterard were of a high quality. The only negative is that the kitchen and bathrooms need upgrading. They are fully functional and the kitchen is well equipped but all are a bit tired. However, this would not prevnt me from booking to stay at Wellpark again. We all really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Judy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Wellpark review

This georgian house is impressive but in great need of some TLC. Mary the house keeper/property manager does a great job of keeping it clean and tidy but there are serious things that need addressing in order to maintain the house: the house has damp - stained peeling wallpaper shows this, as do the mushrooms growing out the beam by the front door. I'd urge the owner to get this under control before it takes hold of the property. A few features in the description are untrue: there is no games room - a disppointment for the 5 kids in our party; the TV does not work - it needs to be tuned; the playpark is not in the ground of the house but in the village. All of this aside, we had an amazing stay. The area is stunning, the people friendly and weather was kind to us. Would we stay at wellpark again? Probably not, but we'll certainly be back to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gail J.

Mary, the caretaker was great. She took action on our concerns immediately.

This was our second stay at Wellpark. It’s location is ideal and offers many bedrooms and a large yard for little travelers. The owner had done some improvements and they were lovely. The only issue we had was with the upstairs shower, and Mary had the plumber come right out. However, I think the unit that controls the water needs to be replaced. This property is very close to the village which offers excellent restaurants & pubs. Don’t miss eating at the Greenway Cafe (make reservations!) and Powers has good food and pub fare. There is a nice children’s park at the entrance to Oughterard. There is a new ‘boutique’ grocer, Sullivan’s’ that is a nice addition to the other grocers. Don’t miss popping into Keogh’s for a fine selection of everything Irish to take home with you. All in all, we love Oughterard & staying at Wellpark! I hope we get to return, again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Did not meet our expectations

We planned for over a year for our family trip to Ireland, 9 of us (4 grandchildren) a special vacation, and we reserved the house for 5 nights. Upon arrival, the house exterior presents poorly; appears poorly maintained from the outside, lowering expectations for the inside. However, the entire grounds are impressively maintained and landscaped, the grandchildren enjoyed playing on the private well-protected grounds. Mary the housekeeper works hard to keep the house clean. She is a real asset to the house and the owner. The location is a short walk to the town for restaurants & pubs. It is well located for touring parts of western Ireland, especially Galway and Connemara. The bus stop is convenient to the house and an easy ride to Galway City. The house smells musty and moldy, especially in the living and dining rooms. We had issues with 2 of the 3 toilets. The house needs maintenance and reinvestment. Our stay did not meet our expectations and could have been better. Require coins to pay for the electricity. Very frustrating! One of the three bathrooms functions well. One had flushing issues, and one had a seat that would not stay up for men. The kitchen is well equipped; however, the coffee maker doesn’t work (kept overflowing). Overall, if you are handy and can adjust expectations, the house works OK for a large family with plenty of beds and bedrooms. However, we would not recommend it to anyone who has allergies or breathing issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

BriannaRae H.

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrible, Stay Away

While the house had character, it was a disaster. The day we arrive there was no electricity to the house- no power, no water, no heat. The house manager, Mary, got an emergency electrician to come out. This restored only partial power to the house. Despite NUMEROUS attempts to contact Mary, Gerladine (the owner) and hours on the phone with VRBO customer support, the issues were never resolved. 1. The House: We never had working kitchen appliances, working laundry services, only 1 working bathroom and shower with warm water for 12 people, outlets that only worked on the first level in 2 of the 5 rooms and thus inability to charge electronics sufficiently, inadequate heat as there were space heaters in the bedrooms, but they didn't work as the outlets didn't work. No working kitchen appliances nor laundry. The electrician said the lines from the county to the house were in bad repair and were actually sparking against the house and may cause a house fire. 2. The host- The house manager, Mary, was never able to contact the host. VRBO was never able to contact the host. We were never able to contact the host. So that avenue for assistance was a dud. 3. VRBO- After spending numerous hours on the phone they finally escalated the case to rehoming. The rehoming team never contacted us, and we were never able to get new placement. Their customer service was horrendous and made us feel unsupported. We're seeking a refund at this time. Don't stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Max M.

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

Fischer-Gruppe

Der Aufenthalt war für uns sehr schön und zufrieden. Bei der Ankunft haben wir den Schlüssel gefunden, aber die Fronttüre liess sich nicht öffnen. Nur mit aller Gewalt konnten wir die Türe öffnen, sie war total verklemmt und einer meiner Freunde ist Schreiner, der konnte die Türe mit schleifen und schaben wieder einpassen. Der Aufwand war einige Stunden, die Herstellung durch einen Fachmann in Auftrag wäre ein grösserer Betrag angefallen. Ich kenne das Haus und war schon in den Jahren 1997 und 1999 für je 4 Wochen im Wellpark House. Der Aufenthalt hat uns sehr gefallen, für eine Familie oder eben 6 Freunde war es ideal. 6 Fischerfreunde aus Deutschland und der Schweiz.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lucile G.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Un bon séjour en famille

Nous avons passé un bon séjour dans cette maison traditionnelle irlandaise. Le côté typique traduit par une décoration vieillissante et usée nous a un peu déçu (ensemble négligé et poussiéreux- ménage à parfaire dans la finition). Un renouvellement du mobilier et de cette décoration serait sans doute bienvenu. Le paiement par pièces de l'électricité suivant notre consommation nous a surpris et un peu agacé. (C'était mentionné seulement sur le guide d'arrivée). D'un autre côté, la maison est très spacieuse, les lits confortables. S'asseoir dans la véranda est un vrai bonheur et nous avons eu la chance de pouvoir utiliser le superbe barbecue du jardin très bien entretenu. Mary a été très sympathique et nous avons eu des échanges de qualité avec elle et la propriétaire. Nous recommandons également une soirée au pub Powers Globalement, nous avons tous apprécié notre séjour!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Oughterard Stay

Wonderful space and location. The house desperately needs some upgrading. Too many details to go into (everything from bedding to curtains to walls to ....) but what is required should be obvious to even a casual observer
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Katharine K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

An older home with some issues, but good location.

Mary was very helpful and accommodating during check-in, and the location just a 10 minute walk from town is great. However due to lots of older rugs, furniture, draperies, etc. in a damp climate, the house is dusty/musty, and I wouldn’t recommend it to those who have any breathing/allergy issues. My sister has asthma that has been well-controlled for many years, and she had an asthma attack on our first night in the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary N.

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

Making Magical Memories

This big,old house was like"castle meets country" in atmosphere...But,most importantly,it fit the dozen of us quite comfortably with lovely outside grounds and terrific(walkable) access to nearby town!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle J.

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

First class in every way

A wonderful weekend at Wellpark House. What a splendid home. Highly recommended. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Christy O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

100% Irish quaintness

Our family of 10 came here for a long awaited trip to visit a castle named for our family. This house had room for all of us and a lovely yard. Had a great time!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip to Ireland

Very functional for family - grandparents parents children. Great location to town. Comfortable beds - kitchen well stocked with dishes- Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noel L.

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

Cute Historical House Conveniently Located Near Town

We were a group of 8 people, ranging in ages 10 - 70, that stayed in the house April 2022. The house was walking distance to everything in town, which was fantastic. It has a beautiful river right across the street. A wonderful back yard and sunroom. We had some confusion with how to calculate the heat usage but the owner and care taker were very responsive and helpful. Overall it was a fantastic stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Colleen D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mary and Geraldine were great help and very nice.

We had a great stay. Only thing that can be improved in and I’m saying this from 40 years of renting vacation homes with my girlfriends is we had to buy more household necessity like paper towel & dish soap. We had a bit of dust and cobwebs but given Covid I’m sure it’s been awhile since anyone stayed there. The house is old but definitely grew on us. Great area and we had a blast with the locals. Powers pub (Fish & Chips)was delicious and enjoyed the music. Great time! Mary was a gem too!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Geraldine Hynes

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The property has been in the family since 1730!! & Passed down through generations.
We have a large family, so Wellpark is very family friendly and consequently very well equipped to cater for large groups.
We all look forward to our annual get together to enjoy the comfort of Wellpark and our various Favourite Trips, the superb countryside, and include delightful Irish Pubs and delicious fresh food in our favourite Restaurants. We are happy to share this information with all our guests. Welcome to Wellpark and Ireland.

Why they chose this property

Wellpark is unique.
Built in another age it is oth elegant and comfortable. It will cater for 12 guests comfortably. The dining room can be used for table games or for your wi-fi connection. The sitting room has digital TV with plenty of popular channels and will accommodate more guests. The sun room is a favourite for tea in the garden. There is a place for everyone and the garden is spectacular.

What makes this property unique

Wellpark lies in an acre of mature, well kept gardens with a separate fuchsia hedged garden for barbecues.
The large barbecue is hand built in local stone and there is table and seating for all. Try the locally produced lamb chops from Finnerty's, the butcher and their super sausages. Finish off with apple pie & irish Cream, made with apples from the garden!

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