Family-friendly holiday rentals in County Galway

Garden cabin

Welcome to our Scandinavian timber-cladded cabin situated in a quiet rural setting only 6km from Athenry town with its medieval castle, cosy pubs, good restaurants, and shops. Athenry has rail/bus connections with Dublin, Limerick and Galway City. An ideal spot from which to plan your excursions: head west to Galway City (23km); or southwest via Kinvara (24km) to the Burren (43km); and then to the Cliffs of Moher (70km). Or, go east to Loughrea (19km) where there's safe summer lake swimming.

Sea Stay Galway - The Regal Lady Norrie K

Newly refitted Mar'23 - The regal Lady Norrie K is a classic Dutch cargo ship built in 1929 and retains all the memorabilia of this era. Carefully restored and retaining the marvelous and iconic fittings one would expect from this period. The accommodation is exclusively yours and is moored in our private Dock with free parking on Long Walk in Galway City centre. Note - this is a REAL boat; independant of the land and it has a gangway and occassional faults - it is an experience - not a hotel.

The Roost - Cozy Cottage on Organic Farm

Cozy self-catering cottage on an Organic Farm in the unique Burren landscape in Co. Clare. Spacious gardens and mature orchard with fire pit, barbeque and sauna (extra cost) with plunge pool. There is one dogs living here. See how eggs, honey, fruit and vegetables are being produced. 2km from Kilmacduagh Abbey, 10km to the seaside village of Kinvara Fantastic location for walks and road trips along the Wild Atlantic Way. The barn is newly renovated fully equipped kitchen and fiber internet .

The Blue Yard

The Blue Yard is a tiny home on the beautiful drive-on island of Aughinish, 12 km outside the sea-side town of Kinvara, named one of the top ten beautiful villages in Ireland. Aughinish Island is accessed by a 1 km causeway (not tidal) and is an area of unspoilt beauty with local pebble beaches a five minute walk away and the sandy beach of Traught a ten min drive away (8 km). You'll be staying on the Clare-Galway border with both the wildness of the Burren and Galway city at your doorstep.

Burren Seaview Suites #1

With stunning views of Galway Bay, this luxurious ensuite studio is tucked away on a very private and beautifully landscaped acre lot. A three-minute walk down our road takes you to the waterfront. A lovely hiking trail is just up the hill past St. Patrick's Church. Located in the village of New Quay on the scenic Wild Atlantic Way, we are on the route to Ballyvaughan and the Ciffs of Moher. (A car is necessary - we are in a very beautiful rural area with very limited public transport.)

Carraigin Castle

13th Century Lakeside Castle, 6 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, (Sleeps 10-12) Surrounded by seven acres of lawns, park and woodland, Carraigin Castle is an idyllic holiday home in a beautiful setting on the shores of Lough Corrib. From the Castle one can enjoy boating and fishing, walking, riding and sightseeing, or just relax by the open hearth and contemplate the simple grandeur of this ancient dwelling, a rare and beautiful example of a fortified, medieval “hall house”.

Wild Atlantic Bus at Aishling Cottage

Welcome to the Wild Atlantic Bus my name is Richard and I have transformed this 28 year old double decker bus after its life’s work transporting people around England and Ireland into a unique holiday and accommodation experience…..the bus is based in the heart of nature and near my country cottage and only a 5 minute walk down a country lane to the famous Lough Corrib one of the last remaining native brown trout lakes in Europe…..

The Thatched Cottage

Cosy, traditional, newly renovated 200 year old thatched cottage in a private, peaceful location surrounded by fields and wildflowers. Less than 5 minutes drive from the picturesque seaside village of Kinvara with shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants. Situated along the Wild Atlantic Way, close to Tracht Beach and within easy driving distance of attractions such as the Cliffs of Moher, Ailwee Cave, Lahinch Beach etc.

Coastal Hideaway Pod, Doolin.

Enjoy the sounds of nature when you stay in this unique place. To wake up on The Wild Atlantic way, looking out across the Atlantic ocean, the Aran Islands and Connemara is the best way to wake up and start the day. This unique cosy Pod has beautiful unspoilt views of the Atlantic where you can watch the waves crash against the coastline from the comfort of your bed whilst enjoying your morning coffee.