House in County Clare
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this house rental
Swallow Cottage is luxurious 3 bedroom seafront stone/wood house with fantastic sea views from every room. The house is 15 metres from the sea with views of Galway, Connemara and the Aran Islands.
It is situated on the spectacularly beautiful Flaggy Shore, a national heritage site and one of the loveliest parts of the 'Wild Atlantic Way'. The spacious open living area has underfloor heating throughout the kitchen, dining room, the two bathrooms and lounge which also has a wood burning stove.
Our beautiful home has large french window/glass doors in every room with stunning sea views that open out into the garden just metres away from the ocean. Perfect to watch seals and dolphins in the bay and spectacular sunsets of Galway Bay with your BBQ.
Step outside the garden gate and a lovely sandy beach faces you. There are several family friendly sandy beaches in the area. A short walk along the coast is the highly rated seafront Linnanes Lobster Bar/Restaurant which serves deliciously fresh locally caught seafood and a great pint of Guinness. The local fisherman's wife sells fresh fish on the harbour just outside Linnanes.
General information. Swallow Cottage is located in the spectacular area of Ireland known as the Burren (irish meaning Great Rock) which is one of the finest examples of glacio limestone landscapes in the world. Formed 350 million years ago, the region is rich with historical and archeological sites. There are more than 90 megalithic tombs, dolmens older than 5600 years and ring forts including the exceptionally well preserved Caherconnell Stone Fort. It is also renowned world-wide for its remarkable diversity of plants and animals.
The Cliffs of Moher is one of the most popular attractions of the area as are the Aillwee Caves, the most famous of the many thousands of ancient caves beneath the limestone mountains.
The Burren also has a long history of traditional Irish music which is played in many of the pubs throughout the area particularly in Doolin.
Swallow Cottage is midway (15 minutes drive) between the lovely coastal villages of Kinvarra, Co. Galway and Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare. Both offer a great choice in shops, restaurants, pubs and farmers markets selling locally produced produce.
The area has several excellent golf courses including the world famous Lahinch links course.
It is situated on the spectacularly beautiful Flaggy Shore, a national heritage site and one of the loveliest parts of the 'Wild Atlantic Way'. The spacious open living area has underfloor heating throughout the kitchen, dining room, the two bathrooms and lounge which also has a wood burning stove.
Our beautiful home has large french window/glass doors in every room with stunning sea views that open out into the garden just metres away from the ocean. Perfect to watch seals and dolphins in the bay and spectacular sunsets of Galway Bay with your BBQ.
Step outside the garden gate and a lovely sandy beach faces you. There are several family friendly sandy beaches in the area. A short walk along the coast is the highly rated seafront Linnanes Lobster Bar/Restaurant which serves deliciously fresh locally caught seafood and a great pint of Guinness. The local fisherman's wife sells fresh fish on the harbour just outside Linnanes.
General information. Swallow Cottage is located in the spectacular area of Ireland known as the Burren (irish meaning Great Rock) which is one of the finest examples of glacio limestone landscapes in the world. Formed 350 million years ago, the region is rich with historical and archeological sites. There are more than 90 megalithic tombs, dolmens older than 5600 years and ring forts including the exceptionally well preserved Caherconnell Stone Fort. It is also renowned world-wide for its remarkable diversity of plants and animals.
The Cliffs of Moher is one of the most popular attractions of the area as are the Aillwee Caves, the most famous of the many thousands of ancient caves beneath the limestone mountains.
The Burren also has a long history of traditional Irish music which is played in many of the pubs throughout the area particularly in Doolin.
Swallow Cottage is midway (15 minutes drive) between the lovely coastal villages of Kinvarra, Co. Galway and Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare. Both offer a great choice in shops, restaurants, pubs and farmers markets selling locally produced produce.
The area has several excellent golf courses including the world famous Lahinch links course.
Amenities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of County Clare
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsStunning location with beautiful views, well-equipped and comfortable cottage, spectacular sunrises and sunsets, perfect for relaxation and exploring the area.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
This house was the perfect seaside retreat. It was spacious and clean and well appointed. The host was lovely and easy to reach. We happen to be visiting Ireland during a heat spell and we loved the cool breeze and the beach for swimming. It was the perfect jumping off point for day trips up and down the west coast. We saw so much, yet there was also so many amazing things locally (Linnane’s, Linnalla’s for ice cream Ballyvaughn Tea House and Hazel Mountain Chocolate factory) that we could have just happily stayed there. Our family of 5 loved this trip and the flaggy shore will always be special to us.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
We have returned three times now, that should say it all! Fantastic location, easy trip to hike the Cliffs of Moher, take a ferry to Aran islands, or Burren Perfumery. But out favorite day was spent walking to the Russell Gallery for a latte, walking to get vegetables from the Veggie Box for dinner, watching the sunrises and sunsets, swimming with the Mermaids, and dinner at Linnanne’s a few times. The house is clean and comfortable and has everything we needed, with amazing views of the ocean.We will be back!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Stunning location, everything you could need, very pleasant host, lovely stay.
6 / 10Average·Sep 2023
Loved our quiet and off the beaten path stay near the village of New Quay. House has beautiful grounds and views but is in need of upgrades to the furnishings, bed linens and towels.
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9.7Outstanding
(95 Ratings)
Stunning location with beautiful views, well-equipped and comfortable cottage, spectacular sunrises and sunsets, perfect for relaxation and exploring the area.
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