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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101560.8 sq ft

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Parking available
Washer
Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Outdoor space

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Cashel, Connemara, County Galway

Kylemore Abbey
‪38 min drive‬
Dog's Bay Beach
‪43 min drive‬
Connemara National Park
‪45 min drive‬
Inishmore (IOR)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Completely renovated house situated on the beautiful Beirteach Buí Bay , a lovely cottage to relax in comfort and tranquility overlooking the bay ,access to fishing ( fishing trips can be organised by owner ) Numerous beaches to explore in the area and many routes to stroll or cycle and mountains to climb. Excellent Local seafood restaurant. Traditional music and boating festival during summer months.

Property manager

John McDonagh

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English

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Kitchen

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Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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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: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Glinsk

Located in Glinsk, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Patrick Pearse's Cottage and Alcock and Brown Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Connemara Isles Golf Course and Connemara Championship Links. Scuba diving and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Cashel, Connemara, County Galway

What's nearby

Sky Road - 33 min drive - 32.2 km
Kylemore Abbey - 38 min drive - 35.7 km
Dog's Bay Beach - 43 min drive - 28.3 km
Gurteen Bay Beach - 43 min drive - 27.5 km
Connemara National Park - 45 min drive - 39.3 km

Restaurants

‪Vaughan's - ‬27 min drive
‪The Shamrock Bar - ‬27 min drive
‪O'Dowds - ‬26 min drive
‪Fisherman's pub - ‬25 min drive
‪Tigh Mheaic Pub - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is House with character pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at House with character?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House with character?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is House with character located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Lough Truskeena and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lough Numbrackkeagh and Black Lough South. Lough Keeraim and Lough Clooshgirrea are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne M.

14 Apr 2025

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

Vacation Stay

The house was spacious and a perfect view of the bay. The April weather was perfect to stay at this house. You needed the heat when you got up and the rest of the day was perfect. This location allowed us to travel and see places like the Aran Islands, and shop. I would stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Criona Q.

2 Mar 2025

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

Awesome cottage

Wonderful cottage, lovely wood burners to keep warm, great views and fabulous dark sky for star gazing!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

31 Mar 2025

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

Lovely home in the country

Our host greeted us upon arrival and did a thorough walk through with us to show us around and how to operate everything. The home heats with wood stoves and a boiler so she helped get everything started and warmed up. The bedrooms suited us perfectly - we had 4 adults and 5 kids age 10-15 and the set up worked great. The home is very private but easy to find.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren S.

30 Oct 2024

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

Great Place...Great Views...Wonderful People

Clean, warm, comfortable with great views and lots of space.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

12 Aug 2024

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

Fantastic stay

Thank you Mairead and John for a lovely stay - we will be sure to recommend your home to our friends and family - Margo and Paul

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

26 Apr 2024

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

Great Stay

Had a great time at the house. Hosts were attentive to needs and we had a very comfortable stay. Lots of room to move around and plenty to see in the area.

Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen R.

18 Jun 2024

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

Relaxing Galway/Mayo Holiday

The house was just as the description promised. The view was amazing! A little isolated but was perfect for relaxing after a day out exploring the area.

Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

31 Dec 2022

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

Lovely house and we all enjoyed our stay

Would highly recommend this house

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven M., Columbia, MO

10 Feb 2024

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

A perfect place to stay

The home was just as described and the owners are absolutely delightful and helpful. The location is beautiful with easy access to so many points of interest. I can’t recommend this home enough. Our only complaint was not being able to stay longer.

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noel K.

3 Jun 2024

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Excellent location.

On the whole our 4 night stay was excellent. John and his wife were brilliant especially helping me with my disabled dad. The house is great and views breathtaking, Will be definitely coming back in the future !!!!! Noel

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline J.

18 Sept 2022

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

Glynsk bay cottage.

Well equipped, and clean with great views. An old cottage beautifully restored in a very peaceful setting.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katharina B.

9 Oct 2024

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

Cozy house in Connemara with stunning views

We stayed in this nice house 6 nights. We were 8 adults and two kids under two years. We felt so welcome and it was like being home. The house is so cozy and well prepared! Especially the kids liked the music toys. The owner had everything beautifully decorated for my mom’s 60 th birthday. Thank you so much! Hope we can come again! Greetings Katharina

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

4 Jun 2023

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Pat

The property was large enough for the family to get together and the view was fantastic will come back again

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mick J.

28 Aug 2022

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

Beautiful place

Fabulous position with amazing views of the bay and sunsets. Comfortable, well equipped, spacious. Absolutely perfect for a family reunion. Loved every minute of it.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R.

21 Jul 2024

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

Breathe taking views

Photographs do not do the views from this property any justice, they were stunning. We were incredibly lucky with the weather which no doubt helped. The house has everything you might need for a 2 week stay and the kitchen was well equipped. The nearest restaurant was a brisk 15 minute walk which was perfect. Our only issue was that a couple of the mattresses were not as comfortable as we would have liked but it didn't hamper our stay and would not stop me from recommending this house for a family get-a-way for anyone else. The owners made us feel very welcome.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward G., Manchester

25 Sept 2023

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Great location

The house is well situated for exploring the area. You've got the mountains of Connemara, the attractive coastline with many beaches, the Aran Islands off the coast reachable by ferry, the city of Galway, and further afield many other places to visit. The hosts are very helpful and provide everything that's needed in the house. All one needs is fine weather which we mostly had. Highly recommended.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette O., County Clare

8 Jun 2021

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

Beautiful Home, Wonderful Location & Excellent Hosts

The house is gorgeous and the location is idyllic. Everything you could possibly need was supplied and the house was spotless. John & Mairead are wonderful hosts and went over and beyond for us. We were welcomed when we arrived with a turf fire. They even drove to Galway to return a phone that was left behind. The beaches nearby are stunning. The home is an easy drive to so many of Connemara's attractions. Can highly recommend and looking forward to a return visit.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colin R.

4 Apr 2024

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

Highly Recommended for families or smaller groups

I had a wonderful stay in this cottage. The cottage has all you need like home from home. It is located just a few metres from the sea with the Connemara mountains in the distance. Its idea for exploring the rugged coast, the mountains, the fjord and lochs. With many walks to enjoy. There is a nearby pub that serves great food. John and Mairead are super hosts.John keeps a distant but watchful eye and would be there to help should the need arise. I would recommend for families or smaller group. I spent a month there and was sad to leave. Thank you John it was a pleasure to have met you and to stay at your wonderful cottage.

Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mekia W.

8 Nov 2024

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

Blissful

We had the absolute pleasure of staying at the Glinsk Bay Holiday Rental in Connemara, Galway, and "perfect" doesn't even begin to describe it! The location is stunningly serene, with breathtaking views across the bay and the mountains as a picturesque backdrop. Every morning, we were greeted with the beauty of the landscape right outside the windows, reminding us we were in a truly magical place. The holiday home itself was cozy, charming, and beautifully maintained, with thoughtful touches that made it feel like a home away from home. The house’s traditional Connemara charm paired with all the modern comforts made our stay incredibly comfortable and relaxing. From the warm interior to the lovely garden and surrounding stone walls, every detail added to the experience. The peacefulness of the bay and the surrounding countryside allowed us to disconnect from the usual hustle and bustle, while still having easy access to local amenities and the captivating sights of Connemara. This is truly a hidden gem, and we can't recommend it highly enough. If you're looking for a getaway where you can unwind and soak in Ireland's natural beauty, Glinsk Bay Holiday Rental is the place to be. We can’t wait to come back!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip B.

5 Sept 2023

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Bertraugboy Bay Panoramas

The water views overlooking the bay & the12 Bens were stunning as they changed throughout the day--drizzle, wreathed clouds, and rainbows all at once. Overwhelming beauty. Conamara offers so many opportunities for adventuring: hiking, mountain climbing, sight-seeing, and eating (Killary Harbor mussels, & seafood chowders are a must). The 5-bedroom 3-bath house handled our flow of guests perfectly. Our hosts were generous and welcoming to a fault and were there when we needed them. The best 6-week vacation we have ever had over 30 years! The hosts were over-the-top solicitous.

Stayed 43 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Falk R.

1 Aug 2022

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

All we need

In order to my 60. Birthday i asked my children if they want to make holiday with me on ireland. So we started last year to search a house for 5 adults and three childs up to 13 years. We saw pictures from this cottage and we booked it. For three families the house was perfect, the bathrooms are great, enough dishes, garden, water The owner and his wife came to ask if all it good, we talked a while and he told us the history of the cottage. It was a good week for all of us

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

elsa d.

23 Apr 2025

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Exceptionnel

Ce logement est exceptionnel tant au niveau de la localisation que du logement en lui mème. Au bord de l eau, l accueil est chaleureux, l espace fonctionnel et impeccable. Les sites touristiques sont proches. Nous avons passé un excellent séjour sans manquer de rien.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice P.

20 Apr 2025

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Tres jolie maison dans un cadre privilégié

Nous avons passé trois nuits dans cette jolie maison parfaitement équipée et située dans un petit coin de nature preservée. Nous avons particulièrement appreciée la vue sur la mer et le cocooning au coin du poêle. Si nous en avons l'occasion nous reviendrons avec plaisir. John et son épouse sont charmants et accueillants. John et son epouse charmantsaccueillants.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

15 Apr 2025

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Sehr nette Vermieter!

Wir hatten eine tolle Woche. Der Empfang durch die Vermieter war herzlich. Das Haus ist geräumig und der Blick auf's Meer ist spektakulär! Das Mobiliar ist teilweise in die Jahre gekommen, trägt jedoch zum Charme des Hauses bei.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ursula F.

22 Mar 2025

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Traumhafte Auszeit

So stellt man sich einen rundum erholsamen Urlaub vor. Unglaublich freundliche und aufmerksame Gastgeber, die einen herzlich willkommen heißen. Das Haus ist sehr sauber und schön eingerichtet und man fühlt sich sofort zu Hause. Die Umgebung ist wunderschön. Vielen Dank!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

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5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

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