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Luxurious Retreat on the Wild Atlantic Way

Family-friendly holiday home in Ballyvaughan

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Beach nearby, beach towels
Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

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5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 132691 sq ft

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Ballyvaughan, County Clare
  • Popular LocationNewtown Castle8 min walk
  • Popular LocationAillwee Cave3 min drive
  • Popular LocationBurren Birds of Prey Centre5 min drive
  • AirportGalway (GWY)54 min drive

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20/10 Excellent

The house was in a perfect location in order to see a large portion of Ireland. The town was just the right size to have...
Jerry M.
Sep 21, 2023

About this property

Entire place

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

Luxurious Retreat on the Wild Atlantic Way

Family-friendly holiday home in Ballyvaughan
This smoke-free holiday home features a garden. The holiday home has 5 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a fenced private garden. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Housekeeping is available on request.
Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and DVD players. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a bath and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Rachel Luksan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced garden
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2691 sq ft (250 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots are available on request at the property

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 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 and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Luxurious Retreat on the Wild Atlantic Way Ballyvaughan
Luxurious Retreat on the Wild Atlantic Way Private vacation home

About the area

Ballyvaughan

This holiday home is located in Newtown, a neighbourhood in Ballyvaughan, and is in a rural area and near the beach. Burren National Park and Aillwee Cave reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mountain View Horse Riding Centre and Burren Perfumery. Travelling with kids? Consider Burren Stained Glass Art and Leisureland. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cave exploring nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Newtown Castle - 8 min walk
  • Aillwee Cave - 3 min drive
  • Galway Bay - 4 min drive
  • Burren Birds of Prey Centre - 5 min drive
  • Poulnabrone Dolmen - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Ardrahan Station - 38 min drive
  • Shannon (SNN) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • Monks Pub & Restaurant - 2 min drive
  • Linnane's Lobster Bar - 13 min drive
  • O'Donohue's - 15 min drive
  • Wild Atlantic Lodge - 2 min drive
  • The Soda Parlour - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxurious Retreat on the Wild Atlantic Way pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxurious Retreat on the Wild Atlantic Way?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxurious Retreat on the Wild Atlantic Way?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxurious Retreat on the Wild Atlantic Way located?

This family-friendly Ballyvaughan holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Newtown Castle and Aillwee Cave. Galway Bay is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mary n.

Liked: Cleanliness
2024 Family Trip to Ireland
I truly cannot thank the host, Rachel, for all her care, time and planning with my family's trip to Ireland for the first time. The house is gorgeous, accommodating and cozy. Every detail that is advertised for this property is exactly correct even above and beyond what you would expect. We had a large group from ages 10-73 and we all loved our stay. I would like to kindly thank Rachel for everything she provided and did for us. I highly recommend this host and property.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location and House
The house was in a perfect location in order to see a large portion of Ireland. The town was just the right size to have restaurants and a grocery store but was small enough to be quiet and peaceful. Would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candace D., VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect vacation in western Ireland
The Vaughan cottage was perfect for my family of 11. The kitchen was roomy and easy to cook it. The sitting room had 3 couches and 2 chairs for playing games and hanging out. There are 3 king bedrooms with bathrooms on the first floor. Upstairs is a family room for 4, a bathroom, and a bedroom with 2 twin beds. The location is great for going into Ballyvaughan to the pub, restaurants, crabbing at the pier, or shopping for groceries. Cliffs of Moher plus lots of villages, beaches, etc. are within a hour of the house. We explored everyday. The housekeeper was very helpful when we called her about the trash. We loved the friendly neighborhood cat and walking to the Newtown Castle in the mornings and evening. The trails around the house were wonderful as was the cave and birds of prey exhibit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen W., Crystal Lake Illinois USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Families
We had 10 family members of 3 generations and Vaughan Cottage was just perfect for all of us! The location was wonderful…beaches, caves, great restaurants, castles, nightlife and Burren hiking. Something for everyone! The home itself is spotless and very well cared for and well equipped. Great to be able to use the washer and dryer. The home was very cozy to come home to after a long day out, lovely and warm, which was very much appreciated if the day happened to be on the chilly side. Be sure to walk to Newtown Castle just a short distance from the cottage and stop in for some delicious food at the cafe there…the castle is free and our grandaughters loved it! Vaughan’s Cottage is all that is described and more! Rachel kept in touch to see if we had any questions during our stay(3 weeks) and always answered any questions I had beforehand very quickly. Vaughan Cottage will not disappoint! Great memories for all the family!
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular time at Ballyvaughan cottage in June 2023
My husband and I had 3 generations of family together with our 3 adult children, son-in-law and 4 young grandchildren at the lovely Vaughan cottage! It was our first trip to Ireland that we will cherish forever! We had plenty of space for everyone in this well appointed and thoughtfully designed home. Everything was clean and there was plenty of room for our clan to enjoy the home both inside and out! Rachel was most helpful with questions as we were planning our trip and provided many ideas of things to do in the area. She was always quick to respond and and provided a lot of detailed information for us! The home is well situated just outside of the small village of Ballyvaughan and there is much to explore in the surrounding area. We were able to take day trips to Doolin, the Aran Islands, Limerick, the Cliffs of Moher and Galway. We also went on many hikes in the Burren area as well as at Fenore beach. There was so much to explore! We had a beautiful time and we hope to be able to go back again!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Access to Wesren Ireland
Great location near town with easy access to the Burren, the Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands, Doolin, Galway Bay. All the great sites. The house is laid out beautify and is very comfy. Host is a great communicator and had a ton of good information, from sites to see to restaurant recommendation, to direction. Only an hour from Shannon Airport.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect property!
My family & I (4 couples with 4 children aged 5 to 18 months) recently stayed at Vaughan Cottage for 10 wonderful days while in Ireland for my son's wedding on the Cliffs of Moher. The property was perfect for us. There was plenty of room in the kitchen and living rooms for us to gather, enjoy our meals and relax after full days of sightseeing. The bedrooms & bathrooms were also plenty big enough. The kids had ample room to play & spread out. Everything was clean and well kept. The yard was great for the kids and we enjoyed the neighbors 3 young sheep who visited in the yard every day! The kids loved watching them. Rachel was very attentive and prompt in replying to my many questions before and even while at the cottage! My family & I made many wonderful memories that we will forever cherish! Ireland is amazingly beautiful beyond words and we are so very lucky that we were all able to visit such a wonderful country and spend 10 glorious days visiting with our son, who we don't get to see very often as he is in the US Army. It truly was the trip of a lifetime!!! Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to share your wonderful cottage!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Admiral Jim K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vaughan Cottage
Perfect setting;; clean home and surroundings, and response property owner, and manager. Excellent experience.
Stayed 28 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas B., New York NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Property in a Perfect Location
We just couldn’t be happier with our stay at Vaughan Cottage. The house is well appointed and really surprisingly large, we were surprised at how much extra space there was even after familiazing ourselves with the listing. The location just couldn’t be better, it’s in a secluded spot in the heart of the Burren but just minutes from basically everything you’ll want to see and not far from Galway either. We couldn’t recommend more highly and hope to get a chance to return.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway
Had a wonderful trip. Check-in was simple, place was better than pictures! Plenty of room for the whole family and close to a lot of different activities throughout the Burren, Galway and Limerick. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a quiet place for a fun vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022