10/10 Excellent
Billy G.
21 May 2025
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Billy G.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Gort/Kinvara, Co Galway
- Gort Golf Club6 min drive
- Coole Park8 min drive
- Dunguaire Castle13 min drive
- Shannon (SNN)36 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House
Tierneevin, Gort, Co Galway, Ireland
Shawe-Taylor's Old School House is a wonderful place for golf, walking and relaxation. The name Tierneevin is an Irish word meaning 'A Beautiful Place', so the name speaks for itself. This is a most luxurious building and we are very proud of the finish provided. We are certain that our discerning guests will enjoy holidaying in this beautiful part of Ireland. Charming period school house (ca. 1820), recently restored to its original splendour. Eco friendly interior finished with breathable products such as lime mortar on walls, pitch pine and traditional flag on floors. Insulated throughout, the schoolhouse has a high energy rating. With its cathedral style ceilings, wooden beams and a mezzanine/balcony bedroom, it is beautifully presented with antique furniture throughout, adding enormous warmth and character. This is a wonderful place to get away from all the stress in an area of outstanding natural beauty and geology.
Ideally suited for a golfing and/or walking holiday. Gort Golf club is literally on your doorstep with very reasonable rates available, and an excellent clubhouse and restaurant. This superb 18 hole Championship Golf Course is set on 160 acres of picturesque parkland, overlooking the Burren and the Clare Hills. The Golf Course was designed by the 1989 Ryder Cup hero Christy O'Connor. It consists of four outstanding par-3's, a testing par-5 ninth and a terrific par-4, carved through by Burren stone and natural waterways. From the property you can take a delightful 3 mile circular walk, which runs through the Burren landscape. The scenery, birds and wildlife, botany, geology and archaeology - all can be enjoyed on this short walk. Also close by is Kilmacduagh Monastery with several churches and a round tower. The Monastery was established in the 7th century by Saint Colman Mac Duagh, hence the name Kilmacduagh (the church of the son of Duac). Kinvara and Ballyvaughan are nearby fishing and farming villages both on the edge of Galway Bay. For shopping there is Galway City and Ennis, both only 20 minutes' drive from the property. There are many fine restaurants close by in Gort and Kinvara.
Keywords: Old School House self catering home a wonderful place for golf, walking and relaxation
Shawe-Taylor's Old School House is a wonderful place for golf, walking and relaxation. The name Tierneevin is an Irish word meaning 'A Beautiful Place', so the name speaks for itself. This is a most luxurious building and we are very proud of the finish provided. We are certain that our discerning guests will enjoy holidaying in this beautiful part of Ireland. Charming period school house (ca. 1820), recently restored to its original splendour. Eco friendly interior finished with breathable products such as lime mortar on walls, pitch pine and traditional flag on floors. Insulated throughout, the schoolhouse has a high energy rating. With its cathedral style ceilings, wooden beams and a mezzanine/balcony bedroom, it is beautifully presented with antique furniture throughout, adding enormous warmth and character. This is a wonderful place to get away from all the stress in an area of outstanding natural beauty and geology.
Ideally suited for a golfing and/or walking holiday. Gort Golf club is literally on your doorstep with very reasonable rates available, and an excellent clubhouse and restaurant. This superb 18 hole Championship Golf Course is set on 160 acres of picturesque parkland, overlooking the Burren and the Clare Hills. The Golf Course was designed by the 1989 Ryder Cup hero Christy O'Connor. It consists of four outstanding par-3's, a testing par-5 ninth and a terrific par-4, carved through by Burren stone and natural waterways. From the property you can take a delightful 3 mile circular walk, which runs through the Burren landscape. The scenery, birds and wildlife, botany, geology and archaeology - all can be enjoyed on this short walk. Also close by is Kilmacduagh Monastery with several churches and a round tower. The Monastery was established in the 7th century by Saint Colman Mac Duagh, hence the name Kilmacduagh (the church of the son of Duac). Kinvara and Ballyvaughan are nearby fishing and farming villages both on the edge of Galway Bay. For shopping there is Galway City and Ennis, both only 20 minutes' drive from the property. There are many fine restaurants close by in Gort and Kinvara.
Keywords: Old School House self catering home a wonderful place for golf, walking and relaxation
Property manager
John Casey
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Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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About the area
Gort
Located in Gort, this holiday home is next to a golf course and in the mountains. Galway Bay Golf And Country Club and Galway Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Burren Perfumery and National Aquarium of Galway. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Pearse Stadium or Galway Race Course. Jet skiing and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
Gort/Kinvara, Co Galway
What's nearby
- Kiltartan Hedge School - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Gort Golf Club - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
- Coole Park - 8 min drive - 4.8 km
- Dunguaire Castle - 13 min drive - 19.1 km
- Galway Bay - 29 min drive - 34.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Gallery Cafe - 2 min walk
- Katy Daly's Bar - 8 min walk
- O'Grady's Public House - 3 min walk
- Supermac's - 4 min walk
- The Field - 7 min walk
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Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mary M.
4 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Mary M.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Martha M.
27 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you!
Martha M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lorraine B.
9 July 2024
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Lovely stay
Lorraine B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jim P.
23 May 2024
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We enjoyed our stay, very clean and nice!
Jim P.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Roy
4 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Roy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Erin H.
16 Feb 2024
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Absolutely lovely
Erin H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany B., Tucson
16 June 2018
I hope we can visit again soon! It was just lovely to stay here!
Tiffany B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
10/10 Excellent
Vincent B.
23 Feb 2019
Fantastic stay
Vincent B.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
10/10 Excellent
Martina S.
21 June 2023
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Wild Atlantic Way
Martina S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Aimee D.
2 Mar 2023
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Lovely people - lovely house
Aimee D.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tony C.
25 June 2023
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Lovely rural location
Tony C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
John K.
24 July 2023
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Most Beautiful Accommodation
John K.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Randy D.
30 Sept 2024
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A lovely base from which to explore Western Ireland
Randy D.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin C.
1 May 2023
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Great countryside cottage
Kevin C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Petra A.
13 Apr 2024
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Lovely vacation in Ireland
Petra A.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Anne G.
2 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming historic house in quiet location
Anne G.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Scott D.
30 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in the country
Scott D.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gordon C.
14 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet
Gordon C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mara L.
20 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect House
Mara L.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
19 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large House in the Country
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie S., Colorado Springs, CO
27 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm and inviting home
Stephanie S.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shawna R., Graham, WA, USA
3 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Shawna R.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brian M.
9 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful House, wonderful stay
Brian M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Cathy B.
29 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First time in Ireland
Cathy B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
About the host
Hosted by John Casey
My name is John Casey my occupation is Auctioneer & Estate Agent. I have been in the property business for over 25 years. I am married to Brid and we have 3 grown up sons. Together we successfully ran a farm guesthouse for 20 years and we certainly know how to look after guests. I love my leisure time, a keen golfer I play in two wonderful golf courses Lahinch and Gort. Walking is another one of our pleasures sometimes we organize walks in the beautiful Burren countryside. We love music and singing and sometimes organise singing nights in our local pub. We are nearing retirement age and hope to spend much time with my guests.
Why they chose this property
We fell in love with this beautiful old cut stone schoolhouse two years ago and personally renovated it ourselves to a very high standard, retaining all of its traditional features. It is a building steeped in history. It was first a schoolhouse in 1840 with the principal being a Captain Shawe-Taylor, the owner of the property. It closed after a number of year and then it was a soup house during the Famine. The area surrounding this property is wonderful countryside. The four big attractions would be: Gort Golf Club, Kilmacduagh Monastery, which was founded in the 7th century and plundered in the 13th century, Coole Park, the former home of Lady Gregory, and the Burren countryside, as well as the beautiful harbour villages of Ballyvaughan and Kinvara.
What makes this property unique
This is a wonderful place to relax, so bright and the sun shines in every window. It is fantastic place to read and unwind. There is always something to keep you occupied: golf, walking, shopping, beaches - all of life’s pleasures are on your doorstep.
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