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Murtys Cottage

Carraroe, County Galway
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
No Dogs
3 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Escape to this cottage near the Carraroe peninsula and take a day trip to the Aran Islands
  • Sleeping four, this quiet, detached bungalow sits within a sunny, south-facing garden
  • A true taste of Gaeltacht life – this retreat is in one of the Republic’s strongest Irish-speaking areas
Property code: OC-II14710

Less than 1.5 miles from the village of Carraroe and 26 miles from Galway city, this pretty rural retreat offers a traditionally warm welcome for a party of four. Standing in a pleasant south-facing garden, it’s on a peninsula where the Irish language is predominant and traditional fishing boats, known as Galway Hookers, race in fiercely contested regattas throughout the year. Carraroe’s famous Coral Beach is among the many close-by coastal beauty spots; for further natural delights catch the ferry from Rossaveal (5 miles) to the Aran Islands, famed for their wild landscapes, distinctive knitted jumpers and pretty cottages.

Light, bright and offering real home-from-home comfort, this well-kept holiday home has all the essentials for an effortless self-catering stay. In this peaceful and welcoming location you can completely unwind and unplug. Step inside and you’ll find a comfortable lounge where you can wind down and watch TV after enjoying supper in the pretty kitchen/diner, which comes with a dishwasher and washing machine for complete home-style convenience. Freshen up in the shower room before preparing for bed; when you’re ready to sleep, take your choice from three restful bedrooms – one has a double bed, while the others each have a single bed, offering flexibility to suit any party of family or friends.

Enjoy a gorgeous breath of Galway Bay air from the garden – partially enclosed by traditional stone walling, it has a lawn and outdoor furniture while to the front of the bungalow there’s a generous-sized driveway.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 double room, 2 single rooms
  • 1 shower room
  • Cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
  • Travel cot, highchair
  • Electric coin meter, gas by meter reading
  • TV/DVD player
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Partially enclosed garden, outdoor furniture
  • Private parking
  • Shop, pub, restaurant 1.5 miles, beach 800 metres
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Tess McDonald

This property is personally managed by Tess.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 2 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Margaret 25th May 2025

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We really enjoyed our stay, this sweet cottage is in a beautiful area and walking distance to a beach. The owner is very friendly and welcoming and was helpful in recommending places to visit. It was very peaceful but had a useful shop and other amenities nearby. Connemara is beautiful!

Reviewed by Alison 8th October 2024

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Brilliant place, lovely host, fantastic location. Excellent

Location

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