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Burren cottage just 1 mile off the Wild Atlantic Way in Co. Clare

Burren cottage just 1 mile off the Wild Atlantic Way in Co. Clare

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Cottage from the outside with wrap around driveway.
Kitchen with dining area.
Irish breakfast at the cottage.
Kitchen with views down the valley - leading into the sitting room.
Cosy stove fire in the sitting room with lots of books and games.

Overview of Burren cottage just 1 mile off the Wild Atlantic Way in Co. Clare

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Fanore, County Clare
  • Popular LocationFanore Beach6 min drive
  • Popular LocationGalway Bay8 min drive
  • Popular LocationDoolin Cave15 min drive
  • AirportGalway (GWY)80 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Burren cottage just 1 mile off the Wild Atlantic Way in Co. Clare

Welcome, Bienvenue, Willkommen, Benvenuto, Bienvenido, Fáillte, Our cottage is just 1 mile inland from the Wild Atlantic Way, nestled between the Kyber pass to the west, and Slieve Elva to the east surrounded by the Burren hills of the Caher Valley. This unique karst landscape with its alpine flora is a haven for botanists and geologists. The fauna, including foxes, badgers, pine martins and wild goats roam freely over the hills and can be spotted using the binoculars that we provide for our guests. The Caher River is only a short stroll from the cottage offering a tranquil atmosphere for our guests and the Caher Valley Nature Reserve is located nearby. The cottage is perfectly situated as a starting point to many of the walking trails with spectacular views of Galway Bay. We provide maps and brochures featuring these trails.

The cottage is wheelchair accessible throughout so it's ideal for seniors. The master bedroom has a large ensuite bathroom and walk in closet. The main bathroom has a full/power shower and bathtub. Pitch pine floors throughout. Solar panels for heated water.

There is a Moher flag patio with Liscannor stone dining set outside for al fresco dining. Wraparound driveway surrounding the cottage for easy access.

It's just over an hour drive to Galway city taking the coast road with breathtaking views including the seaside villages of Ballyvaughan, Bellharbour and Kinvara with Dunguaire Castle.

The Aran islands are visible from the golden sand beach of Fanore where the local surf school will provide you with surf boards and wetsuits. (We provide two adult wetsuits in the cottage as well as an inflatable beach chair.) Doolin cave and Ailwee cave are located nearby.

There is a 32' flatscreen TV in the family room with satellite coverage including BBC (but not RTE stations).

Phone - Please be aware there is no landline and no mobile phone coverage/cellular data access in the cottage due to its location in the caher valley. To get a signal, you will need to go 1/2 mile toward the coast road to pick up a reliable signal.

Wi-Fi access is available for guests through the network - STARLINK.

There is a large library of books and music available for guests use, including books on the Burren and walking routes in the area. There is a wood burning stove and a fire starting kit provided in the sitting room.

All household linens are provided along with white fluffy towels for each guest.

World Class Golf: Lahinch Golf Club: Lahinch is undoubtedly one of the world's classic links. 20 miles (32 km). Doonbeg Golf Club: Doonbeg is designed to be the ultimate golf experience. Designed by Greg Norman. 37 miles (59 kms). Ballybunion Golf Club: Located in County Kerry, and easily accessible via the Shannon Car Ferry to Kerry, Ballybunion is one of the historic and most demanding of Irish links. 64 miles from Ballyvaughan. Galway Bay & Country Club: 24 miles (38 km.) Spanish Point Golf Club. 28 miles(45 km) Kilkee Golf Club. Gort Golf Club. Ennis Golf Club.

Just a hacker? Head to Doolin for a terrific par-3 course right out on a peninsula overlooking Cliffs of Moher. Great value for only 5 euro a person!

There's a great horse riding stables about 10-15 minutes away in Lisdoonvarna with great service from the owner, Peter Williams and his family.

Mick at the small local shop in Fanore will provide you with fishing tackle and bait in addition to all your daily shopping needs.

Property manager

Brendan and Rita Talty

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Fanore

Located in Fanore, this cottage is in the mountains and near the beach. Fanore Beach and Galway Bay reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mountain View Horse Riding Centre and Burren Stained Glass Art. Spiddal Craft Centre and Burren Perfumery are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Fanore, County Clare

What's nearby

  • Fanore Beach - 6 min drive
  • Galway Bay - 8 min drive
  • Doolin Cave - 15 min drive
  • Aillwee Cave - 22 min drive
  • Cliffs of Moher - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Ardrahan Station - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • Monks Pub & Restaurant - 14 min drive
  • O'Donohue's - 6 min drive
  • Wild Atlantic Lodge - 15 min drive
  • The Soda Parlour - 15 min drive
  • The Larder - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Burren cottage just 1 mile off the Wild Atlantic Way in Co. Clare pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Burren cottage just 1 mile off the Wild Atlantic Way in Co. Clare?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Burren cottage just 1 mile off the Wild Atlantic Way in Co. Clare?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Burren cottage just 1 mile off the Wild Atlantic Way in Co. Clare located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Fanore Beach and within 9 miles (15 km) of Galway Bay and Doolin Cave. Mountain View Horse Riding Centre and Newtown Castle are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

BRUNO C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Campagne
La maison est très bien située, le lieu est calme dans un endroit sauvage et non loin de l’océan, vous pouvez rejoindre à pied, une petite demi-heure de marche une plage de sable blanc à Farnore . Maison de plein pied agréable et avec wifi heureusement car il n’y a aucun réseau téléphonique pour les accros du net. Juste un bémol, l’eau des douches est chauffée par des panneaux solaire, super pour l’environnement mais nous somme pas arrivés à régler correctement la température des douches,(trop chaud même avec uniquement le robinet d’eau froide), je pense qu’il y avait un truc à faire mais on n’a pas trouvé et peu cherché. J’avoue, on a pas demandé au propriétaire la méthodologie de réglage, c’est juste un détail. Endroit à conseiller pour les amoureux de nature sauvage avec de confort en plus.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff en Lieve T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy holiday
A happy and relaxing holiday. Nice people, beautiful nature relaxing silence Splendid house with all tje confort one needs!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Hans-Günther S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
schwierig zu finden, dann aber eine fantastische Lage und Aussicht
xx
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dena A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The loveliest cottage experience
Our family took advantage of every lovely amenity and nuance of this wonderful cottage. We had puzzle night in front of the peat burning stove, we watched a fox family in the hedges and took the quick trip to the near by golden beach at low tide and investigated sea life. The cottage's kitchen is spacious and well stocked. The rooms are big & well appointed. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jillian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Cottage close to beach and wild Atlantic way
We stayed for a week in July 2023 and used this cottage as a home base to explore part of Ireland’s west coast. My 12 year old daughter and 6 year old some both loved that they got their own rooms here, there is a huge bathtub, loads of games to play as a family, and so much space to spread out. The kitchen is clean and well stocked. This place has a washer and a dryer! Your closest beach, Fanore beach, is a great one. There are loads of other beaches to explore in neighboring towns. If you like to hike, this cottage is nestled in the Burren and super close to great hikes. We enjoyed the pub in Fanore, great fresh seafood. It’s not too big a trip into Galway only about an hour. And in the other direction staying here makes seeing the Cliffs of Moher and taking a boat to the Aran Islands very close too. We would stay here again. The hosts are responsive and have a lovely space to share for vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Brendan and Rita Talty

Host profile image
I'm originally from the US and my wife is from County Clare. She grew up on a farm in this valley where we built the cottage in 2009. She has fond memories of hiking the mountains, horse riding and swimming in the crystal clear water of the Caher River which runs close to the cottage. We hope you enjoy your stay in this special part of the world.

What makes this property unique

All ground floor throughout the cottage and wheelchair accessible with three king-size double bedrooms (one with en-suite, shower/wet-room, basin and WC). Bathroom with bath, separate shower/wet-room with a seat, basin and WC. Fitted kitchen with a dishwasher and a dining area (seats 6) with child's high chair. Utility with washer and dryer and walk in hot press. Sitting room with multi-fuel stove, flat-screen tv and a DVD player. Outdoor patio furniture. New espresso machine with pods provided for your morning coffee.
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