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Georgian Stately Home on Private Lake, idyllic setting, close to Galway City

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A large, ivy-covered building with a prominent entrance and a well-maintained garden.
A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden shelves, and a comfortable seating area.
A hallway with classical sculptures, a piano, and a mirror.
A dining room with a table set for a meal, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 20•9 bedrooms•11 beds

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Caherlistrane, Galway
  • Place, Lough Hacket
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Eyre Square
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, Quay Street
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Carolan

1 Double Bed

Flaherty

1 Queen Bed

Gregory Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Joyce Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Maud Gonne Bedroom

1 King Bed

Merriman Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Sommerville

1 Queen Bed

Synge Bedroom

1 King Bed

The Yeats Room

1 King Bed

9 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 8

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 9

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 10

Toilet

Bathroom 11

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Georgian Stately Home on Private Lake, idyllic setting, close to Galway City

Enjoy 18th century Irish country living in an idyllic location overlooking private Lough Cime. Lisdonagh house is beautifully situated 15 minutes from Galway City and offers guests a timeless escape on the Wild Atlantic Way. Lisdonagh House is ideal for extended families, groups of friends, special occasions, special interest groups, retreats or indeed any circumstances to bring people together in a beautiful setting. Lisdonagh House can only be hired exclusively with any level of service; this may include private dining by award winning chef using the best of local ingredients.
Accommodating 18 guests over nine ensuite bedrooms, Lisdonagh is the perfect location to enjoy the gracious living of a bygone era in a stunning country setting

Lisdonagh House is a gorgeous early Georgian heritage home on an elevated site with commanding views over Lough Cime. Sheltered by native woodland, this exceptional stately home offers guests a unique experience of Irish country estate living.

Lovingly restored by the Cooke family, Lisdonagh House is classical in layout with an impressive drawing room, elegant dining room and a fabulous traditional country house kitchen. There are 9 bedrooms, each named after prominent Irish artists, all with private bathroom and furnished in period style. The entrance hall is stunning with late eighteenth century murals, which are the last remaining example of the artist James Ryan’s work and his classical depiction of the Four Virtues.

Lisdonagh House is ideally situated on 200 acres of private woodland estate ideal for relaxing walks and other country pursuits. Boating, fishing, kayaks and horse riding all available on the estate by prior arrangement.

The region is rich in heritage and folklore with the beautifully maintained Knockma Hill trail walk within close proximity. Conveniently located for easy day trips to Ashford Castle in nearby Cong, the Cliffs of Moher, Kinvara, Achill Island, Enniscrone or Lough na Fouey.

Nearby Galway City hosts theatre groups and has an array of music venues and history tails to participate in. If your interest is music, theatre, history or shopping Galway you will not disappoint.

For larger groups there are two courtyard carriage houses which allows for additional eight guests.


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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please confirm name and home address when booking
Please confirm guests' names and relationship to you when booking. Also confirm ages of children under 18 so we can better prepare for your arrival
This property is not suitable for weddings or gatherings for more than 25 house guests. The dining room capacity is 25 guests.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 6971247
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Headford

Located in Headford, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Mall Theatre and Quiet Man Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Ashford Castle and Hackett Castle. Travelling with kids? Consider Tuam Leisure Centre, or check out an event or a game at Saint Jarlath's Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding.
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Map
Caherlistrane, Galway

What's nearby

  • Lough Hacket - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • University of Galway - 42 min drive - 40.1 km
  • Eyre Square - 44 min drive - 40.1 km
  • Quay Street - 44 min drive - 40.4 km
  • Spanish Arch - 44 min drive - 40.4 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 34 min drive
  • Knock (NOC-Ireland West) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Supermac's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jade Garden - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Pizza & Takeaway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Craddocks - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Georgian Stately Home on Private Lake, idyllic setting, close to Galway City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Georgian Stately Home on Private Lake, idyllic setting, close to Galway City?

As of 24 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Georgian Stately Home on Private Lake, idyllic setting, close to Galway City on 17 June 2027 start from AU$19,190, 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 Georgian Stately Home on Private Lake, idyllic setting, close to Galway City?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Georgian Stately Home on Private Lake, idyllic setting, close to Galway City?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Georgian Stately Home on Private Lake, idyllic setting, close to Galway City?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Georgian Stately Home on Private Lake, idyllic setting, close to Galway City located?

This family-friendly Headford holiday home is located on a lake, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lough Hacket, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lough Lee and Hackett Castle. Tuam Leisure Centre and Tuam Shopping Centre are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Finola Cooke

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A lawyer by profession, husband John and I fell in love
with Lisdonagh House Estate when we chanced upon it prior to the public auction. We were working and living in
London at the time and the discovery changed the course of our lives forever. Lisdonagh continues to be a labour of love for us to restore and maintain this unique part of Irish heritage and to share the wonder of this authentic Irish Estate with so many wonderful house guests looking for that extra special unique experience.

Why they chose this property

Lisdonagh House Estate is an early Georgian Stately Home, one of the finest examples in the West of Ireland.
Luxuriously restored, the setting is very much as it was in
Eighteen Century Ireland, the landscape beloved of prominent writers and poets. A national treasure to cherish we are delighted that we continue to make the house available for private rental for so many discerning house guests throughout the year. Guests all come back again and again for that special sense of time and place in the hidden gem that is Lisdonagh.

What makes this property unique

Lisdonagh House boasts an abundance of unique features. A private authentic Irish Country Estate, it offers a picture postcard setting, wonderful Early Georgian architecture, luxuriously restored rooms, private dining upon request and is a great choice for parties or special celebrations.
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