Woodview Cottage is a 4 bedroom cottage located 2.5 miles from Banagher town in Co. Offaly in the midlands of Ireland. The cottage is in a very peaceful tranquil location beside the River Shannon whilst at the same time being very well placed to tour the midlands and west of Ireland. Woodview Cottage has recently been fully refurbished and is very warm and cosy. There is a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator freezer, free standing cooker and a full range of utensils. There is a living/dining room with a solid fuel stove which heats the radiators and the domestic water. There is seating for 6 at the table and a suite of furniture. There is a sitting room with a solid fuel room stove and a suite of furniture in rich burgundy and gold. There is a TV and DVD player for your enjoyment. There are four spacious bedrooms with built in wardrobes and dressing tables. There is a large bathroom with a bath and two showers one electric and one mains fed, enjoy our singing mirror!! you can connect your Bluetooth device and play your favourite music whilst soaking in the bath.
We have a large garden and ample storage facilities to the rear of the property which is ideal for the fishermen to store their tackle and bait and plenty of private parking for the boats.
Banagher is famous for its fishing, boat tours, bog walks and its irish music, J.J. Houghs is renowned internationally for its traditional irish music and great characters. You can visit Lough Boora Park and hire out bikes and explore the many trails through the wetlands and grasslands of this beautiful park. Lough Boora is an anglers haven with ample supplies of tench and roach. We are 43km from Athlone where you can visit the Athlone Castle Visitor Centre, Glendeer Pet Farm and the Derryglad Folk and Heritage Museum. There are beautiful boat tours from Athlone Marina including a trip on the Viking Longship which has a capacity for 71 passengers or you can visit Bay Sports at Hudson Bay which is home to the largest floating water park in Ireland and one of the largest floating water slides in the world. There is also kayaking and sailing rentals available or simply have a picnic beside Lough Ree. We are well placed for a trip to Galway City which is a top tourist destination. You can visit the Galway city museum whose exibits demonstrate Ireland's age old connection to the sea. A visit to Galway's famous Spanish Arch is a must and take a wander down Shop Street with its beautiful antique shops and fish restaurants and experience the many street buskers. You can take a drive to Conemara or a boat trip to the Aran Islands. We are also in a great position for you to take a tour to the Burren and Bunratty Castle.
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Is Woodview Cottage, Banagher, County Offaly pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Woodview Cottage, Banagher, County Offaly?
As of 28 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Woodview Cottage, Banagher, County Offaly on 26 Jan 2021 start from AU$123, 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 Woodview Cottage, Banagher, County Offaly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Woodview Cottage, Banagher, County Offaly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Woodview Cottage, Banagher, County Offaly?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Woodview Cottage, Banagher, County Offaly located?
Situated in Birr, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Incherky and Inchanaclea. River Shannon Brewery and Banagher Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Ein sehr schönes Haus, liebevoll eingerichtet .Sehr gepflegter Garten und alles für draussen um einen tollen Aufenthalt mit der Familie zu haben. Mary hat uns ganz lieb in Empfang genommen, mit Brot und Kuchen, alles gezeigt und erklärt.
Vielen Dank nochmal von uns 5 .
Britta & Bodo
Bodo S.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
It was a pleasure having such lovely people stay with us, thanks so much for the lovely way you treated the house, it was absolutely spotless and a credit to your lovely family. We are so glad you loved Ireland so much and hopefully you will return again for a holiday
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10/10 Excellent
sandra v.
22 Apr 2019
Notation sur notre séjour a banagher
Très bon accueil agréable propriétaire et maison.tres bien et très fonctionnelle
sandra v.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you for your lovely review Sandra. We hope you had an enjoyable holiday and trip home. We loved having you stay at Woodview Cottage and hope you will recommend us to your friends and neighbors.
Best Regards
Mary and Connie
About the host
Hosted by Connie and Mary Dolan
Hi There, our names are Connie & Mary and we are farming the home farm beside Woodview Cottage. This house has been in the family for the last 30 years but we have recently refurbished it completely with the tourist in mind. We love meeting people from all over the world and look forward to meeting you in the future. We live on the adjacent farm and are always available to greet guests and help to enhance your trip in any way we possibly can.
Why they chose this property
This property has recently been completely refurbished with the tourist in mind. It has all modern amenities available to make your stay a comfortable one. We live beside the River Shannon in County Offaly and it is an ideal location for any tourist and in particular fishermen and people who wish to tour the midlands and west of Ireland.
What makes this property unique
Just a few hundred metres from the River Shannon. Centrally located in the midlands and well placed for touring the midlands and west of Ireland. In a very peaceful tranquil location Large garden with beautiful views