- Review 10
- occupants 7
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1 King size bed
2 Double beds
1 Single bed
4 - 3 Bedrooms 3
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2 Bathrooms with shower
1 Toilet
3 - 139 m² 139 m²
- Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
River Cottage, close to the Capital of Connemara
Clifden - House
Availability and prices
Accommodation
Description
Escape to the tranquil location of River Cottage, Ballinboy. This property is situated close to the Capital of Connemara, Clifden and the village of Ballyconneely, it's also within a short walking distance is Derrygimla looped walk.
A welcome pack is provided with bread, milk, tea and coffee, biscuits. Fuel provided for the fire to get you started.
From the front door you enter a welcoming hallway in the centre of the cottage. Follow the hallway to the right past the first of 3 rooms and you enter into a beautifully decorated open plan living space with marble fireplace, antique mirror and artwork. The windows on three sides offer stunning views.
You will find comfy couches and a Smart TV and a small library to enjoy. From the fireside seating area you go up two steps into a dining area with an eight seater oak dining table and chairs.
Off the dining area, there is a very well equipped kitchen with plenty of counter space and kitchen appliances which include a coffee maker, blender, food processor and a steamer/rice cooker.
From the dining area you enter a back porch which opens onto an attractive stone patio with glass panelling, stainless steel railings and patio furniture. A second patio to the front of the cottage catches the evening sun and is equipped with a fire pit/barbecue, table and chairs.
To the left on entering the cottage, you will find 2 double rooms – one en suite. There is also a family bathroom with a great power shower in the bath.
Triple room with a double & single bed.
Outside is a small shed with a washing machine & dryer. There is also space for storing bikes, surfboards, etc
There is a split-level living/dining area that could be hazardous for small children.
Free WiFi
Linen & Towels are included in the rental rate.
Check-in time is from 4pm onwards (If you require a later check-in time please let us know)
Check-out time is 10 am on the day of departure.
A welcome pack is provided with bread, milk, tea and coffee, biscuits. Fuel provided for the fire to get you started.
From the front door you enter a welcoming hallway in the centre of the cottage. Follow the hallway to the right past the first of 3 rooms and you enter into a beautifully decorated open plan living space with marble fireplace, antique mirror and artwork. The windows on three sides offer stunning views.
You will find comfy couches and a Smart TV and a small library to enjoy. From the fireside seating area you go up two steps into a dining area with an eight seater oak dining table and chairs.
Off the dining area, there is a very well equipped kitchen with plenty of counter space and kitchen appliances which include a coffee maker, blender, food processor and a steamer/rice cooker.
From the dining area you enter a back porch which opens onto an attractive stone patio with glass panelling, stainless steel railings and patio furniture. A second patio to the front of the cottage catches the evening sun and is equipped with a fire pit/barbecue, table and chairs.
To the left on entering the cottage, you will find 2 double rooms – one en suite. There is also a family bathroom with a great power shower in the bath.
Triple room with a double & single bed.
Outside is a small shed with a washing machine & dryer. There is also space for storing bikes, surfboards, etc
There is a split-level living/dining area that could be hazardous for small children.
Free WiFi
Linen & Towels are included in the rental rate.
Check-in time is from 4pm onwards (If you require a later check-in time please let us know)
Check-out time is 10 am on the day of departure.
Distribution of bedrooms
Bedroom 1
1 King size bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double bed
1 Single bed
Special features
Pet-friendly
Open-air parking
Garden
Internet
Open plan kitchen (electric)
Refrigerator
Microwave
Oven
Freezer
Dishwasher
Dishes/Cutlery
Kitchen utensils
Coffee machine
Toaster
Kettle
Bathroom(s)
2 Bathrooms with shower
1 Toilet
Bathroom amenities (free toiletries)
Shampoo
General
1 TV
Garden
Garden furniture
Washing machine
Dryer
Barbecue
Fireplace
Iron
Internet
Hair dryer
139 m² Property
Pet-friendly
Central heating
Open-air parking the same building
Well-lit path to entrance
Children welcome
Crib
Outdoor firepit
Bathroom step-free access
Bbq / picnic area
Blackout drapes
Clothes drying rack
Wheelchair inaccessible
Family
Laptop friendly workspace.
Mountain view
Water view
Outdoor furniture
Private entrance
Smoke detector
Carbon monoxide detector
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Flat-screen tv
Baby highchair
Bicycle parking
Board games/puzzles
Cleaning products
Double-glazed windows
Ironing board
Tiled / marble floor
Wooden / parquet floor
Bathroom amenities
Shampoo
Mandatory or included services
Baby high chair: Included
Bed linen: Included
Final Cleaning: £ 42.03 / booking
Heating: Included
Internet Access: Included
Open-air parking: Included
Pet: Included
Towels: Included
Optional services
Cancellation Insurance: 5 % of the booking
Your schedule
Check-in from 16:00 to 0:00 Every day
Check-outBefore 10:00
Security Deposit (refundable)
Amount: £ 343.13 / booking
Payment method: Credit Card Hold
Payment on arrival.
Comments
- This accommodation does not accept groups of young people
- No smoking
- Animals are admitted to this accommodation, except for dangerous animals
- No smoking
- Animals are admitted to this accommodation, except for dangerous animals
Reviews
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Beautiful quiet cottage only a few minutes from Clifden Town.Extremely comfortable and everything that you would need to make your stay special..We will definitely be booking again
Beautiful quiet cottage only a few minutes from Clifden Town.Extremely comfortable and everything that you would need to make your stay special..We will definitely be booking again
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Nothing really..
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Hi Damien, Thank you for your review. It was lovely to have you visit our office during your stay. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to welcoming you back very soon. Kindest regards, Patricia
Hi Damien, Thank you for your review. It was lovely to have you visit our office during your stay. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to welcoming you back very soon. Kindest regards, Patricia
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Hi Natalia, Thank you for your rating. We hope you enjoyed your stay and that we can welcome you back again soon. Many thanks, Patricia
Hi Natalia, Thank you for your rating. We hope you enjoyed your stay and that we can welcome you back again soon. Many thanks, Patricia
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Excellent
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Thank you for your review. Feedback is very important for us, the owner and the future guests.
We hope to see you once again in Connemara.
Thanks Yvonne
Thank you for your review. Feedback is very important for us, the owner and the future guests.
We hope to see you once again in Connemara. Thanks Yvonne |
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Map and distances
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Distances
River - Ballinaboy River
600 m
Lake - Salt Lake
1.8 km
Cafe - Connemara Hamper
3.4 km
Restaurant - Jasmin Garden, Clifden
3.49 km
Bus station - Clifden Bus Stop
3.49 km
Restaurant - Mannion's Seafood Bar & Restaurant, Clifden
3.49 km
Restaurant - The Lamplight, Clifden
3.49 km
Restaurant - The Woodfield, Clifden
3.6 km
Restaurant - Mitchell's Restaurant, Clifden
3.6 km
Restaurant - Ravi's Bar & Restaurant, Clifden
3.6 km
Restaurant - The Willow Tree, Clifden
3.6 km
Cafe - Steam Cafe
3.6 km
Thermal springs - Connemara Seaweed Baths
3.6 km
Restaurant - Signal Bar & Restaurant, Clifden
3.6 km
Restaurant - Apache Pizza Clifden
3.7 km
Restaurant - EJ King's Bar & Restaurant, Clifden
3.7 km
Restaurant - The Marconi Restaurant, Clifden
3.7 km
Restaurant - Guys Bar, Clifden
3.7 km
Shops - Kavanagh's Supervalu, Clifden
3.7 km
Shops - Lidl, Clifden
3.8 km
Restaurant - Off the Square Restaurant, Clifden
3.8 km
Town centre - Clifden
3.89 km
Sand beach - Coral Strand, Ballyconneely
3.89 km
Shops - Aldi, Clifden
4.01 km
Park - Clifden Playground
4.1 km
Town centre - Ballyconneely
5.5 km
Park - Ballyconneely Playground
5.7 km
Rock beach - Clifden Boat Club
5.91 km
Restaurant - Anchor Bar at Clifden Boat House
5.91 km
Sand beach - Mannin Bay, Ballyconneely
6.9 km
Sand beach - Bunowen Bay, Ballyconneely
10.3 km
Golf course - Connemara Golf Links
11.2 km
Sand beach - Aillebrack Beach, Ballyconneely
11.39 km
Sand beach - Dunlaughin Beach, Ballyconneely
11.39 km
Rock beach - Eyrephort Beach
12.2 km
Sand beach - Gurteen Bay, Roundstone
14.81 km
Town centre - Roundstone
14.81 km
Sand beach - Dog's Bay, Roundstone
16.3 km
Nature reserve - Connemara National Park
17.8 km
Golf course - Oughterard Golf Club
57 km
Golf course - Connemara Isles Golf Club
66.61 km
Town centre - Westport
69.41 km
Train station - Westport Train Station
70 km
Golf course - Bearna Golf Club
76.79 km
Hospital - University Hospital Galway
80.4 km
Town centre - Galway
81.3 km
Hospital - Mayo University Hospital
81.49 km
Train station - Galway Train Station
83.01 km
Bus station - Galway Bus Station
83.01 km
Airport - Ireland West Airport Knock
130 km
Airport - Shannon Airport
173.99 km
Airport - Dublin Airport
294 km
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Booking conditions
From the booking date until 29 days before check-in, there is no cancellation penalty
Cancellation policies
In case of cancellation the following charges will apply
From the booking date until 29 days before check-in
0% of the total rent
From 28 days before check-in until 15 days before check-in
100% of the total prepayment amount
From 14 days before check-in until 8 days before check-in
50% of the total rent
From 7 days until 1 hour before
100% of the total rent
From 1 hour before check-in
100% of the total rent
No-show
100% of the total rent
Price lists
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Dates
Price per night (VAT included)
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| 20/08/2026 · 30/08/2026 |
£ 234 |
| 31/08/2026 · 31/08/2026 |
£ 151 |
| 01/09/2026 · 02/09/2026 |
£ 159 |
| 03/09/2026 · 03/09/2026 |
£ 158 |
| 04/09/2026 · 06/09/2026 |
£ 159 |
| 07/09/2026 · 07/09/2026 |
£ 157 |
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