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Galway Victorian Gate Lodge

Cottage in Caherlistrane with kitchen and fireplace

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Property grounds
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
Dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Nestled in undulating countryside near Galway City, the Gate Lodge is a charming detached stone cottage. Set entirely on the ground floor, this self-catering holiday rental offers a traditional sitting room with woodburning stove and country kitchen with dining area. The property sleeps four people in two bedrooms and has its own grounds including garden and outdoor furniture.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Galway Victorian Gate Lodge

Cottage in Caherlistrane with kitchen and fireplace
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free cottage has a garden and barbecues. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and DVD players. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Galway Victorian Gate Lodge Cottage
Galway Victorian Gate Lodge Caherlistrane
Galway Victorian Gate Lodge Cottage Caherlistrane

About the area

Located in Caherlistrane, this cottage is in a rural area. Mall Theatre and Quiet Man Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cong Mini Golf Club and Brigit's Garden. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Map
Caherlistrane, County Galway

What's nearby

  • Hackett Castle - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Ashford Castle - 32 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Eyre Square - 37 min drive - 37.1 km
  • Quay Street - 38 min drive - 38.5 km
  • University of Galway - 43 min drive - 39.1 km

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Campbells Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Angler's Rest - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tj Gibbons - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lucky Kebab House - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Galway Victorian Gate Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Galway Victorian Gate Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Galway Victorian Gate Lodge located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lough Hacket and within 6 miles (10 km) of Hackett Castle and Lough Lee. Shanbally Marina and Tuam Shopping Centre are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Galway Victorian Gate Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kat G.

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

Charming cottage

We loved this cottage! It was so charming and cozy. One day of our stay was rainy and we were very happy to just stay in and cozy up with a book and fire.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

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

Great Stay

The gate lodge was adorable, we loved everything about the property and Fiona was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

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

Outstanding!

What a pleasant surprise! Very lovely cottage tucked away in the forest. What a magical experience. Everything was immaculate and cozy. Felt like it was something right out of a storybook. Absolutely loved it, thank you so much. Wish we had a few more days.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ron m.

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

Cozy cottage

This was a very relaxing stay. Surrounded by very beautiful horses and highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

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

Lovely

Quiet, warm, clean, well stocked period home that has been carefully updated. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chery P.

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

Wonderful cottage

Wonderful cottage, with everything I needed. The hosts were lovely and always responded quickly. It's in such a beautiful area and easy access to Galway and Connemara. I cant wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Owen K.

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

Stunning cottage in lovely location

Stayed for 3 nights. Beautiful old lodge/cottage in quiet rural location. Easy drive to Galway City and surrounding towns. Lovely decor and furnishings, with everything needed for stay. Highly recommended, looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

Beautiful and quiet

We wanted a quiet place to relax after long days of sightseeing and touring and this was perfect. The kitchen renovation is gorgeous.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

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

Like a fairytale

We couldn't have picked a more perfect place. The cottage is located on a beautiful, quiet tree-lined lane, which is unique considering many similar stays are on the noisy main roads. We were greeted every morning by a mare and her foal grazing directly outside the window. Although the setting is quaint, the lodge itself is well-appointed and spacious with a sophisticated kitchen, comfortable furniture, and a washer/dryer combo. Finola helped my mother in the US send flowers for my birthday and even dropped off her own gift, which was such a kind surprise. If we ever have the good fortune to return, we'd gladly stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Cottage Comfort

We were thrilled with Gate Cottage. Serene pastoral surroundings, excellent amenities and charming, welcoming hosts. Having spent 5 nights here, we were sad to leave. It was a perfect base for exploring County Galway.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Great country cottage

Totally happy. Booked last minute when hotel fell through. Host was prompt and courtesy. If you want a cozy cottage in the countryside, you can't do better.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

E Jane O., Nanaimo, BC

Wonderful location, lovely little cottage, great home base for exploring Galway

We loved the quiet, private setting surrounded by trees and birdsong. We walked around the Lisdonagh Estate morning and evening, fed the donkey and the horses as we walked through the paddock to the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christina E.

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

Just lovely!

We truly enjoyed our stay at the Gate Lodge. It is beautiful, cozy and quiet. Equipped with everything you need, and very well maintained. Finola was lovely!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

sam s.

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

Lovely quiet spot. Beautifully prepared and perfect for a quiet week.

The space is exactly as described with a newer kitchen. It is a little further for points of interest we wanted but it forced us to visit some areas that we would not have otherwise done. Connemara is with easy reach but it is a full day trip out to Clifdon and the Atlantic Way so plan accordingly. Galway is 30 minutes. Cliffs Mohar 90 mins each way so we came back to Dublin via the cliffs and Limerick. We would recommend this location. The host was always quick to respond to messages and very helpful. Five Stars easily.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony T.

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

Irish Getaway

This is a delightful little cottage in the Irish countryside. It had everything we needed and was very comfortable. We very much enjoyed the tranquillity and peaceful environment of the setting. We have no hesitation in recommending this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Emna C.

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

Lisdonagh gatehouse

Fairytale cottage in a beautiful setting. Our hosts, Finola and John, were welcoming and responsive to any questions we had. The full kitchen and parlor updates are wonderful. We would definitely return to this serene setting.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

lorraine d.

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

Charming cottage in beautiful setting

This tiny cottage offered a cozy retreat for two of us at the end of long days touring around the Galway area. The beds were comfy, the evenings in front of the fire were great and the modern kitchen offered everything we needed. I wouldn’t recommend the cottage for any more than two adults and maybe a young child though. Although 30 minutes away from Galway, the drive to and from was through narrow lanes and was an adventure. Across the road at the main estate we watched horses in the pasture, and we were surrounded by really beautiful trees. If you’re looking to be in the midst of activity with walkable pubs, this wouldn't be your place. Make sure to do a day trip to the Cliffs of Mohr and take the Doolin ferry ride to see them from the sea. Finola was a very responsive host, making sure we were comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Fantastic stay!

I cannot say enough after the Gate Lodge and Finola! The home was quaint and a lovely setting in the rolling hills of Ireland. The kitchen was modern and spacious. We loved the wood stove in the living room! Everything was clean and well-kept. Finola was fantastic to work and communicate with! A perfect spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly B.

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

Comfy home after daily adventures!

A very quiet and lovely location. Kitchen facilities were convenient and modern.Easy access to shopping in Headford. Overall comfortable and very clean. Would definitely stay again if we were to return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

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

Really nice

Very cute little place, I had a great time. It's right on a road, but the road is rarely used, especially at night, so it wasn't that big a problem.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thierry F.

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

Petit cottage chaleureux

Nous avons passé un très agréable séjour dans la campagne irlandaise. Un accueil chaleureux et charmant des propriétaires, un intérieur douillet, le calme; c'était parfait.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Quiet and peaceful cottage

My husband and I enjoyed the property and used it as our central location to visit Galway, the Connemara peninsula and up into county Mayo. Comfortable beds. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANNE MARIE M.

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

Vacances agréables

Vacances agréables pour visiter et voir de très beaux sites et paysage malgré la pluie
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

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

A little cuddle House

We can just telling.. it was sooooooo Amazing.. we love it.. anf it was perfectly for us..
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katharina K.

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

Liebevoll eingerichtetes Gate Lodge

Schon bei der Anfahrt wird klar: die Atmosphäre auf den Fotos rund ums Gate Lodge stimmen mit der Realität überein. Wir wurden sehr herzlich begrüßt, bekamen die wichtigsten Infos übers Haus und Garten mitgeteilt. Im Haus liegt auch ein Infoheft, incl. Tipps fürs Umland. Die frisch renovierte Küche wurde mit einem Wildblumenstrauß noch wohnlicher. Sie besitzt einen Induktionsherd, Backofen, Spülmaschine und Waschmaschine mit integriertem Trockner. Natürlich auch Kühlschrank (mit Gefrierfach), Toaster, Mikrowelle. Das gesamte Lodge ist liebevoll stilecht eingerichtet. Das Bad mit Außenfenster und den schwarz-weißen Kacheln geräumig. Zu den Gut gehört ein See für den man sich kostenlos Kajaks ausleihen kann. Etwas abenteuerlich, da der Anlegeplatz von Schilfverdeckt wird, aber auch für uns ungeübten eine spaßige Angelegenheit. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und werden uns bei unserem nächsten Irlandbesuch schon darauf freuen. Kurzum: sehr zu empfehlen. PS: Danke liebe Finola für deine Unterstützung bei all den kleinen Pannen die uns widerfahren sind. Liebe Grüße auch an deine herzlich offene Familie
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023