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Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and fireplace

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
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On the shores of tranquil Cregg Lake, this self-catering property offers a serene getaway. Enjoy views across the lake to the dense forest beyond, explore nearby Whitegate Village for shops and local dining, or experience Lough Derg's sailing and fishing opportunities just 3 miles away.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • 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.

Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and fireplace
Along with a water park, this smoke-free holiday home has laundry facilities and a garden. The holiday home has 4 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 holiday home offers fireplaces and DVD players. Kitchens or kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

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

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a water park.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

    Check-out

    Check-out before 10:00 AM

    Special check-in instructions

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

    Check-out instructions

    The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
    Load and start the dishwasher
    Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
    Turn off the lights and lock the doors
    Please leave key under flower pot by front door
    Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed
    Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
    Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
    Note from host: Small or tidy pet , well behaved

    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 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 first aid kit
    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

    This property does not have any lifts

    Property is also known as

    Idyllic Unique House On The
    Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake Dromaan
    Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake Private vacation home

    About the area

    Map
    Whitegate, Clare

    What's nearby

    • Aistear InisCealtra - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
    • Lough Derg - 8 min drive - 3.5 km
    • Mountshannon Harbour - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
    • Thomond Park - 54 min drive - 57.5 km
    • Lough Derg Yacht Club - 58 min drive - 67.5 km

    Getting around

    • Birdhill Station - 50 min drive
    • Shannon (SNN) - 59 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪That's My Brew - ‬5 min drive
    • ‪The Half Barrel - ‬8 min walk
    • ‪Larkins - ‬45 min drive
    • ‪The Whiskey Still - ‬54 min drive
    • ‪Ritual Sauna & Coffee - ‬55 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake pet-friendly?

    Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

    What time is check-in at Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake ?

    Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake ?

    Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

    Where is Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake located?

    This family-friendly Dromaan holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cregg Lough, Aistear InisCealtra and Lough Derg. Nutgrove Harbour and Dromaan Harbour are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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    Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake Reviews

    Reviews

    9.8

    Exceptional

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 73 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 73 reviews
    Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

    9.6/10

    Cleanliness

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Jens H.

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

    Very nice house and lovely location

    We had a wonderful 10 day stay at this beautiful location. It was a good starting point for many trips to the west coast. Also the lake view from the main room is absolutely marvellous. We would recommend this house.
    Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Kay H.

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

    Worth it!

    Rita was an incredible host, and we have no complaints about anything! It was an amazing location for our first trip to Ireland and we hope to be back again!
    Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Robert H.

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

    Wonderful

    Two awesome weeks...Great people, friendly and full of suggestions. Great food, scenery, fun. Excellent location for touring the south of Ireland...ended too soon. House was better than we could have wished for.
    Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Robin S.

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

    Expectations exceeded

    We all loved this property, beautiful, peaceful setting, incredibly comfortable and hosts were responsive to all communications. The photos do not do it justice. This is the first VRBO property that I have felt this way about. Most other property’s photos seem more spacious and sunnier. This one is better in person. It's an amazing place. Stayed with 4 other friends, all older, and we hated leaving. I can’t recommend it highly enough.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    John M.

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

    A wonderful place to stay

    Ms. Riordan was easy to work with and extremely helpful. The property and location was terrific
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Brian S.

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

    A family reunion

    We traveled from the US for a Family Reunion in Tipperary; this location was lovely in County Clare as it was close to many sights we wanted to see. A serene, lake setting, peaceful and quiet with excellent communication with the landlord. We had all ages, and a good time was had by all, the house setting let everyone do their own thing.
    Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

    8/10 Good

    phil m.

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

    1 week holiday

    Rita was the host, really nice person. Property was spacious and had everything you could want.No need to bring anything iron, washing machine, dryer, towels, dishes, pots & pans, wine glasses, everything was here.The tin opener broke, but i bought a new one and left it in the drawer.The back door was awkward to lock, so we used the side door and front door.You will not be disapointed staying here, the view is superb.The two horses enjoyed the apples & carrots we gave them, they kept looking out for us after that.
    View from back garden
    Back garden again
    Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    D K.

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

    Get away

    Highly recommend! Great stay in rural setting.
    Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Vicki K.

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

    Fabulous

    No words to express this lovely home, so peaceful. The swans were a delight as were the people in the town. The owner responded every time we had a question. Hope to revisit. Highly recommended.
    Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Pat K.

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

    Wonderful

    The pictures do not do this place justice. This is a truly lovely, comfortable home with a beautiful location. It is peaceful and has everything you need. Rita was very welcoming.
    Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Gina M.

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

    Lovely Rural Ireland

    Lovely house on a beautiful lake! The swans on the lake made it super picturesque. The house is a bargain for the number of rooms, bathrooms and living space. Short walk to wonderful dining spot The Half Barrel. Be aware u are in rural Ireland so Galway. Dublin or Limerick are over an hour drive away on what can be teeth clenching roads. Rita the owner is easy to message and responds quickly.
    Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Séverine G.

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

    Au bord d'un lac

    La propriété est située de manière idyllique au bord d'un lac sauvage dans un village paisible. Elle est spacieuse, très bien aménagée très claire. La communication avec l'hôte a été fluide. Nous avons passé un séjour très calme et paisible dans la région.
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    David d.

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

    Perfect house and setting for an unforgettable holiday

    We thoroughly enjoyed staying in the nice and comfortable house of Rita. Practically everything was present to enjoy our stay in beautiful Ireland. Also nice to have, was the Half Barrel at walking distance. Nice food and Guiness!
    Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Angéline M.

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

    Formidable !

    Nous avons passé un excellent séjour. La maison est très belle et l'emplacement devant le lac exceptionnel. Pour les activités alentours, il faut aimer le calme, la campagne et les randos. Le pub local est extra!
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Thomas S.

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

    A nice house at the lake

    We really enjoyed staying at this property. And the view of the lake from the living room was always very beautiful. There is a great pub and two shops for all necessities in Whitegate near by. The property is perfect if you want to explore the Lough Derg.
    Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Mike P.

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

    Spacious property with great views

    Great place to stay. The property is spacious with large garden going down to the lough. The main room is light and airy with comfortable chairs. The kitchen is well equipped and the bed was comfortable.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Claire R.

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

    Super maison

    Sejour inoubliable
    Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Angelique W.

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

    Super Haus

    Ein sehr schönes Haus, genau wie beschrieben. Küche sehr gut ausgestattet, alles vorhanden was man braucht. Gewürze, Mehl, Zucker sogar Nudeln waren da. Auch bei Problemen wird sofort Abhilfe geschaffen. Kontakt per WhatsApp sehr schnell erreichbar.
    Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Mary B., Cedaredge, CO

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

    So wonderful and peaceful!

    My family and I absolutely loved this rental, and are completely thankful and grateful. Such a beautiful location, and centrally located. The washer and dryer combination is the best I've ever had in my various stays in Europe for the last 20 years! Not kidding! Rita, the host, is so responsive and helpful. Very happy with our stay! Thank you, thank you, thank you! :-)
    Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Robert L.

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

    Great location to tour southern Ireland

    We greatly enjoyed the property and the local community of Whitegate, including the Half Barrel Pub.
    Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Dean I.

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

    Brilliant

    Past all expectations, absolutely beautiful part of the country will deffo stay here again fabulous
    Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    John M.

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

    Amazing!

    Truly beautiful property and setting! Accommodations were great.
    Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Helena S.

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

    Whitegate Lake House - Amazing

    We had a amazing holiday, the house is the most well equiped we have ever stayed in, Rita has literally thought of everything you may need. The beds are wonderful and comfortable. I travelled with my 80 year old mum and my 11 and 8 year old children. They loved the space. The position of the house is just beautiful, waking up to the panoramic lake view each morning and watching the sunsets was a highlight! The house is ideally situated for sightseeing we visited the Cliffs of Moher. Lahinch, Spanish point, Killaloe, Kilrush, Kilkee and Adare to visit family. Thank you for an unforgetable.holiday.
    Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Christophe F.

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

    Magnifique

    Superbe location dans la campagne Irlandaise, le gîte est très agréable. Nous avons passé de très belles Vacances. Christophe
    Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Stuart M., Birmingham

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

    Lovely location

    This is our second time here. Family including 93 yr old dad. Lovely location by Cregg Lake. Lovely views. We went canoeing and fishing! Beds comfortable. Loads of kit for cooking etc. Her family lives next door and cut lawns etc, and are also very helpful in an emergency! Can’t recommend highly enough. Rita, the owner iss also very helpful.
    Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023