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Spacious shore-side bungalow in an exclusive and historic location

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior setting
Rockfleet Castle and bay
View bedroom 1, Rockfleet bay / The Atlantic ocean
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Newport, Mayo
  • Place, Rockfleet Castle
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Burrishoole Abbey
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Westport House
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spacious shore-side bungalow in an exclusive and historic location

This is a beautifully located bungalow situated on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. This spacious property consists of 3 double bedrooms, 2 large reception rooms, a kitchen, a modern fitted bathroom and an additional shower room. The master bedroom and front living room overlook the ocean and the rear of the property has open rural views stretching to the mountains and the nearby Rockfleet, or Carrickahowley, Castle. A few minutes’ walk along the sea front will take you to this 16th century castle, which was once the home of the Irish pirate queen, Grace O’Malley, or Granuaile. Also within easy walking distance along the sea front is Roigh Pier with a small harbour of local fishing boats. Fishing and sight-seeing trips can be arranged from here. The immediate area provides excellent walking opportunities, including the Furnace lakes, Shramore and Letterkeen forest and the Nephin mountain range. Both stylish and cosy, this bungalow is perfect for couples, families and groups.


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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Newport

Located in Newport, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Rockfleet Castle and Burrishoole Abbey are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ballycroy National Park and Ballycroy National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider War Games Paint Ball Westport, or check out an event or a game at Achill GFC. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking nearby.
Map
Newport, Mayo

What's nearby

  • Rockfleet Castle - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Burrishoole Abbey - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Westport House - 23 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Westport Golf Club - 24 min drive - 23.1 km
  • National Famine Memorial - 35 min drive - 32.8 km

Getting around

  • Westport Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Walsh's Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Gráinne Uaile - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kelly's Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blue Bicycle Tea Rooms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brannens Of Newport - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious shore-side bungalow in an exclusive and historic location pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Spacious shore-side bungalow in an exclusive and historic location?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious shore-side bungalow in an exclusive and historic location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious shore-side bungalow in an exclusive and historic location located?

This family-friendly Newport holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Clew Bay and Rockfleet Castle. Great Western Greenway is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 105 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Love the location!

We love the location and comfortableness of the home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

James W.

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

Wonderful stay in Mayo

We had a wonderful stay. The home had plenty of room for us and was well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cliff M.

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

Get away and chill out

I have been to Ireland several times this is probably the best place i have stopped perfect for getting around the area i love
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine J.

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

Idyllic

The house is amazing. The views from the living room are stunning. The house is large, well equipped and a perfect place for a family. So good we rebooked for longer next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

Tranquil bayside stay in Mayo

Comfortable property in excellent scenic location on Clew Bay with convenient distances by car to nearby shopping dining attractions etc The effort that went into modernizing the main full bathroom can be put into the 2nd bathroom to make it more useful esp the showerhead. Kitchen is well equipped and can be even better with some cosmetic upgrades such as a new sink All in all a practical house for a tranquil stay
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Hilary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Rated stars

Fine
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Tony T.

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

Nice property but with shortcomings

Fitst impression when entering was a musty smell. We also had issues with the front door lock. We had no hot tap water. The "caretaker" whilst "resetting" the hot water appeared non plus, couldnt wait to leave and didn't explain the procedure when a couple of days later we had no hot water again. Glasses needed washing before use as one of the cupboards smelt of Deep Heat: for some reason glass was kept in the same cupboard as medicines
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Hendrik T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Zunächst soll erwähnt werden, dass das Haus sehr gut ausgestattet ist: großer neuer Fernseher, Apple TV, Sound-Bar, sehr viel Spielzeug und sogar ein Brotbackautomat war vorhanden. Die Lage ist klasse und im Kühlschrank waren sogar bereits Milch, Eier für uns da; Toastbrot gab es auch. Die Heizung hat auch planmäßig funktioniert und es war schön warm. Brennmaterial für den Kamin gab es auch. Und nun kommt das Aber: Es war leider nicht (überall) sauber und in vielen Räumen riecht es schimmelig. Es gab viele Spinnweben, unter den Betten lag Staub, unter unserer Matratze war Sand. Die Stühle im Eingangsbereich, die hier links und rechts der Tür zu sehen sind, sind kaputt. Doch am schlimmsten war der Geruch. Wir mussten daheim auch die ungetragene Kleidung waschen, weil sie so unangenehm gerochen hat, und auch die Koffer lüften. Es war nicht schön, nach einem Ausflug ins Ferienhaus zu kommen. Wir haben uns wegen des Geruchs und der nicht überall vorhandenen Sauberkeit nicht wohl gefühlt; auch das Kochen im Haus vermieden. Und das, obwohl ich den Gastgeber bereits Wochen vor unserer Reise geschrieben habe, wie wichtig uns Sauberkeit ist und wir uns eine ordentliche Unterkunft erhoffen. Sehr schade.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at the house in Rockfleet. The location is really the star attraction, so peaceful and beautiful. The house is clean and tidy with a well equipped kitchen. Fantastic walks all around the area, including right from the door of the house. Located on a very quiet road with a small pier a short walk from the house and the beautiful castle right next door.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spacious property in a beautiful location. Everything you could possibly need is provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael G.

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

Rockfleet

Great location, large property, great for a family.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Martin B.

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

Family Visit

The setting and location can not be beaten, The facillities were also very good. Theres plenty of space and you'll find everything you could want, including two comfortable and spacious lounges both with smart TV's including Netflix, Apple etc. There is a downside in that the whole property is looking a bit tired and is in need of some TLC. Also it really needs a deep clean and dusting. With a bit of time and money spent, this could easily be an outstanding 5 star holiday let.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Perfect location

The property provided us with everything we needed. While there may have been small things that would have improved our stay further we were perfectly comfortable and the location was wonderful, whatever the weather. It was also well situated to explore every corner of Co Mayo, everything being within an hour or so drive
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy C.

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

As peaceful as you could wish

Wonderful location. Serene sea views at the front, a field of gambolling lambs at the back ( probably not available all year round ) What more could you want. A spacious and comfortable place to stay. A mentally renewing experience. Thank you.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caoimhín O.

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

Beautiful spot near one of Ireland’s best small towns

House provided a cozy family atmosphere right on the shore of Clew Bay, surrounded by Mayo’s natural beauty and close to Newport, an absolute gem.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben Y.

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

Ivor’s place is great. Pictures don’t do it justice…

Just stayed at Ivor‘s house on the shores of Clew Bay and it was brilliant. The photos in the listing don’t really do it justice as the space available to you is huge. All the facilities are spot-on. There were a few goodies for us in the fridge when we arrived and they even put up a Xmas tree as we were there for Xmas. Communication was great. The surrounding area is beautiful. Lots of history and lots of places to go walking, lots of history. Highly recommended.Suits family’s, and those with kids too… Thanks Ivor.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roland Z.

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

Dream view

I big house with plenty of space. Everything there which is needed. Within a shourt time we feel like at home. Beautiful view from front (sea) and bach ( green gras and sheeps). We recommend the the house very much. Owner and housekeeper are very friendly. Cantact per E-mail ! Check in with key-box without problems and perfect description of the way to the house. A few things have to be renovated or replaced, but that doesnt matter for us. Nice fireplace ! Washing machine, dryer and dishwasher in the house. Comfortable beds ! Very nice wintergarden with seaview, thanks Ivor
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

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

Wonderful peaceful retreat

Ivory’s house is a perfect peaceful hideaway with fantastic views! The property is fenced all the way around except for the driveway which has a cattle grate making it a very safe place for my dog to run free without worry. From beautiful tidal walks to enjoying sitting in the warm sunporch, we had a lovely stay! Hoping to come again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine J.

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

Peace and tranquility

We stayed for 4 weeks this summer, though the Irish weather was against us! The house has everything you need, amazing views, comfort, space. An excellent place to explore Mayo. We have stayed before and couldn't wait to get back
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Peter S.

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

Ok!

Ok!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constance R.

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

Excellent spacious quiet stay

Loved nearby Achill Is drives and walks and the Greenway
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Best Stay Ever

This was my second time staying at this property. It was amazing as ever. Lots of upgrades to the place . Close to everything. Ivor is a great host. I fully recommend this beautiful place
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen T.

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

Fabulous coastal stay

The property is large and was ideally arranged for us. Coming in from the beach or a walk into a utility area so the wet kayaking gear could be removed and hung up. We were able to put the dog crate in the next room, plenty of space so she went straight in from outside. We took a ramp for the one step at the back so my wheelchair got in. There are however 2 steps from the lounge up to the bedrooms, so not fully wheelchair accessible. I was able to cope with the 2 steps Both lounges have comfortable reclining sofas. Excellent having 2 lounges if you are a larger group. The kitchen was very well stocked, and brilliant supply of food, cooking bits and pieces. One of the best i have been to. The master bedroom has a superb view and for me to be able to rest or stay in bed and see the bay was fantastic. All the bedrooms looked good, though we only used one. Like any property this size it is possible to find an area that is ready for some tlc, but overall a well maintained property, large gardens right on the shoreline, superb views all ways round a fantastic place to stay. Highly recommend for everyone but especially if you want to use the bay for boating of any description. Lovely rock pools full of life and access to the sea all day. There is not a sandy beach but plenty of access points to the water. I loved kayaking round to the castle and around the bay. Not a huge amount of wildlife, but we did see herons and egrets one week was too short
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lode B.

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

Schitterend verblijf

Prachtige bungalow, schitterende locatie en zeer mooie omgeving. Bungalow had alles om je thuis te voelen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

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

Just a lovely bungalow inside and out and would definitely book again

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Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

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Hosted by Ivor O'Boyle

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