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Ballinakill Lodge, Moyard 🐕 📶


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Bedrooms
6 Bedrooms
Bedroom Layout
2x Double , 1x Twin, 2x Triple, 1x Single
Bathrooms
6 Baths
Sleeps
13

About

Description

Our Rating: 4.0 out of 5.0 stars

Ballinakill Lodge is a stunning modern styled 6 bedroom house which offers huge accommodation, ideal for large families or groups wishing to holiday together. The Lodge is set on approx an acre of land surrounded by landscaped gardens and a large patio area. It is tastefully furnished throughout offering bright and spacious living.

The property benefits from 2 doubles, 2 twins, 1 triple & 1 single room. 4 ensuite shower rooms and 2 family bathrooms. Large dining room ideal for entertaining, WIFI, fully enclosed gardens, cot and highchair supplied. Clifden Town Centre (6 miles) & Letterfrack (4 miles) where you will find shops, bars & restaurants. Connemara National Park & Kylemore Abbey is only a short distance.

Layout

Ground Floor:
Large entrance hall, door leading to:

Bedroom 1: Double bedroom, with wardrobe and dressing table, window to front of house, ensuite shower room.
Bedroom 2: Twin bedroom with window to side of the house, wardrobe, dressing table and ensuite shower room.
Bedroom 3: Double ensuite bedroom with wardrobe and dressing table, window to the front of the house.
Family bathroom with bath, separate shower unit.

Door leading to reception, kitchen, utility room and access to the back of the house/patio garden
Main reception room has 3 & 2 seater comfy couch, 2 windows overlooking the front enclosed garden. Stove fire. Double doors leading:
Large, bright and airy dining room with table seating 8 people, seating area overlooking front garden. Double doors leading to a large patio area and landscaped gardens. Ideal for eating alfresco or enjoying a glass of wine in the evenings.
From the reception room there is a door leading to a fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar/island, gas hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher and plenty of worktop space. Door leading to utility room housing separate washing machine and drier.

Stairs leading to first floor:
Bedroom 4: Twin ensuite bedroom with window to front and side of the property, wardrobe and dressing table.
Bedroom 5: Single bedroom with wardrobe, dressing table, window to the front.
Bedroom 6: Large bedroom with double and single beds, dressing table, wardrobe and window to front of the property.
2nd Family bathroom, with bath and separate shower room.

Exterior:
Large iron gates entering the property, ample parking space, fully enclosed landscaped gardens. The property sits on approx 1 acre of land. There is a large patio area with a wooden bench.

The house is family friendly with travel cot and highchair supplied, It is also wheelchair accessible.

Local Info

Letterfrack:

Letterfrack is a quaint small village set in the heart of Connemara in direct vicinity to some of Connemara’s main attractions. It is easily accessible from the capital of Clifden which is just a short ten minute drive away. Letterfrack is located at the foot of the Connemara National Park which creates a sense of atmosphere. There are 3 pubs, a grocery shop, hair-dresser and takeaway in Letterfrack Village. Veldons Seafarer, Cloverfox and The Lodge serve delicious food throughout the day and in the evening time. Don’t forget to make a trip to Avoca! Situated just outside Letterfrack village!

For less experienced walkers and families, the Diamond Hill Trail in the Connemara National Park is well sign-posted and highly accessible and those who make it to the top are rewarded with expansive panoramic vistas across Connemara. There are four trails in Connemara National Park. A must when you visit Connemara. There is also a lovely on-site coffee shop and great playground for the kids.

Kylemore:

Irelands most visited tourist attraction – Set in the dramatic Connemara landscape, Kylemore Abbey is the no. 1 “must-see” attraction in the west of Ireland. The castle was originally built by Mitchell Henry in 1867 as a romantic gift for his beloved wife. In 1920 the Benedictine Community came to Kylemore and Kylemore castle became Kylemore Abbey. The 1000 Kylemore estate is steeped in history with tales of tragedy and romance, engineering initiatives, model farms, royal visits, spirituality and education.
Visit the estate and experience the Victorian atmosphere of the restored rooms of the Abbey, miniature Gothic Church and Head Gardener’s House. There are many nature trails, woodland and lakeshore walks and a children’s play trail waiting to be discovered. Explore the magical 6 acre Victorian walled garden where onyx Victorian verities of flowers and vegetables are grown.

Leenane:

Looking for adventure? Leenane is the place for you! Here you can participate in the following activities:

– Take a cruise along Killary Harbour, Irelands only Fjord!

–  Learn how to dive at Scuba Dive West

– Spend the day at The Killary Adventure Centre! Activities on offer include rock climbing, abseiling, hill walking, bungee jumps, orienteering, archery, kayaking, sailing, wind-surfing and water-skiing

Leenane is also home to some very lovely pubs and eateries. Here you can also visit the Killary Sheep Farm!

Renvyle Peninsula

Renvyle peninsula is located at the far western edge of Ireland and is a place in which to enjoy the fresh sea air, peace, beauty and closeness of nature. Amidst this alluring landscape, you will find Derryinver Quay and Ballinakill Harbour, one of the loveliest harbours in the world, from where you can enjoy a scenic coastal cruise. The peninsula has been described by Augustus John as “the most beautiful landscape in the world” and it has inspired some renowned works of art by Yeats, Gogarty and Oscar Wilde. A splendid location for the fisherman, hiker, hill – walker, painter and climber! Renvyle is right at the western end of Connemara on the Renvyle Peninsula. This is an area of outstanding scenic beauty, the coastline offering gorgeous views and some exceptionally pretty beaches.

Renvyle Peninsula is steeped in history and archaeological sites. The O’Flaherty Castle which was once home to the Pirate Queen Grace O’Malley.

Renvyle have the cleanest of beaches, beautiful walks along quiet country roads. From Renvyle Point stretching across the west coast is White Strand beach. Here you will find an aquamarine ocean and white sand – great fun day out.

There are so many activities in the area close by including golfing, mountain hiking, beautiful beaches, pony trekking, Oceans Alive Adventure Centre, cycling, traditional music (Teach Ceol), Connemara National Park &, Kylemore Abbey are a must visit.

Tully Cross & Tully Villages

Tully Village derives its name from An Tulach, the hill to the south of Tully Lough. Both villages have a full range of services: filling station, shops, pubs and eateries and are approximately a mile (1.6 KM) apart from each other. Just 3 miles (Approx 5 KM) away is Letterfrack with further pubs, hotels and restaurants.

The Diamond Equestrian Centre is situated in Tully Village. This Riding Centre has something to offer both the novice and the accomplished rider. They provide highly qualified, experienced staff, well schooled horses and ponies, and provide a wide range of treks. The centre offers 1 hour, 2 hour and ½ day rides through rugged, yet breathtaking Connemara landscape with beach, mountain and turf terrain. Picnic lunch rides are also available.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS IN AND AROUND THE CONNEMARA AREA, PLEASE BROWSE THE “THINGS TO DO” SECTION ON OUR WEBSITE

Testimonials

Thanks so much – loved our stay- We loved our stay. A family trip was cancelled earlier in the year but it was worth the wait. Perfect for a big family gathering. The house is great and has everything you would need. Beautiful location and would highly recommend”~Niamh October 2023

“An absolutely wonderful setting and a stunning house in the calm and tranquility of Connemara. Gerard was great with us arriving late, and the house is fantastic. Beautifully equipped and located not far from Clifden and the national park, it’s a wonderful place if you’re looking for a peaceful holiday on the West Coast.” – Kate April 2023

“Great house, great location, easy check-in, I would definitely recommend.”- Irene March 2023

“Perfect place for 7 guys, 3 days and a lot of kilometers of hikes. 👍🇮🇪” – Martin September 2022

“The house was even bigger and nicer than it looked in the photos, and the setting was beautiful. It is a perfect house for large groups. Would highly recommend.” Shane June 2022

“Very happy with our stay and look forward to the next.” – Aaron April 2022

“The house is specious with many rooms and bathrooms. Great location and easy access to the house. The owner is very friendly and helpful. Connemara national park, shop and restaurants are approximately 5 min away by car. I would recommend this house for large groups as there is plenty of space.” Anna April 2022

“My family and I have a superb holiday. The house was perfect for us all. It was exceptionally clean, warm and had everything could want in it. Very well cared for house and manicured gardens. The owner was a lovely man and very helpful when we left phone charger behind! House is perfectly situated between Clifden and Letterfrack. Overall, we are already planning on another stay In Ballinakill Lodge. Thank you” – Susan 2021

“Great house with a big family, fantastic location and will definitely be back.” – Noel December 2020

“2 great nights in a beautiful house in the hear of Connemara. Lovely area for walks, close to the ocean and only a short drive to beautiful Clifden.
Would recommend!” – Conor 2020

“We had a wonderful stay at Connemara, it is a beautiful region with lots to do. The house was very spacious and big enough for 13 people. The garden and the house are perfectly maintained. We would certainly recommend it. We had a wonderful vacation in Connemara! The house was very spacious, the only thing that could have been better was the WiFi. When there was no hot water, we called the owner, and he immediately fixed it.”-Annemie August 2019

“Nous avons passé une agréable semaine dans cette jolie maison ! Logement parfait pour une semaine de vacances en groupe, très spacieuse avec de nombreux espaces. Situé en plein cœur du Connemara avec de magnifiques paysages.”- Aurore May 2019

“We appreciated the helpfulness of the caretaker and the house which was comfortable, bright and spacious. The maintenance of the garden was well done”- Philip April 2019

“Ideal house for a large group of people. Spacious rooms and living areas. Will definitely be back again next year.”-Carolina October 2018

“Plenty of room for our party of 10 people. Beds and bedding were comfy and fresh. Well equipped kitchen. A few more cups would have been useful, as well as one or two Pyrex casserole type dishes. We had a wonderful holiday in Connemara and would recommend this house unreservedly.” Mary May 2018

“Great Days in Connemara. We will come again – this says it all…. Great house, friendly caretaker. Especially great for families.” Martin May 2018

“Ballinakill Lodge was the 3rd stop of our family holiday in Ireland. Our group of 5 adult siblings and our spouses found Ballinakill to be perfect for exploring the Connemara, Co. Galway & Co. Mayo. The house was large & comfortable with all the modern conveniences. We would definitely recommend it!”- Ricchio September 2017

“Excellent, spacious property in a great location for touring Connemara. Property was clean, well maintained and great for our party of couples and kids. The property was also dog-friendly (which was the reason we picked this one).” Louise July 2017

“We were a group of 12 Walkers from France Ballinakill lodge was ideal for such a party, quite modern with huge accommodation. It is well situated between Letterfrack and Clifden for shopping or driving either inland or to the coast. So we managed to visit all the sites we had selected: Killary Harbor, Inishmore, Kylemore, Diamond Hill, Cong,Clifden Sky Road, Galway. Lovely weather , a wonderful holiday! P.S. The ladies in charge of cooking would have appreciate a second large stew pot with a lid and a few more bowls.Simple details.” Mary May 2017

“I’m very happy with my stay at Ballinakill lodge, the house is very spacious, kitchen good equipped. Excellent location. I would recommend it to everyone.” Monika May 2017

“Clean, comfortable house in a lovely location. House has all mod cons including Wi-Fi. Enjoyed our weekend in this property.” Hugh April 2017

“Large place, perfect conditions, beautiful&clean! Vacation from the first minute. Happy to go there again!” Martin April 2017

Extras

FREE WIFI

Pet friendly

Ballinakill Lodge is happy to welcome your pet, however we would ask that your pet would not be permitted on furniture or on beds. If additional cleaning is required we may have to deduct this from your damage deposit.

Utilities (Electricity and Oil) are charged at €35 per night.

Linen & Towels are inclusive in the rental rate.

Check-in time is strictly from 4pm onwards.

Check-out time is strictly at 10am on day of departure.

During peak season changeover days are Saturdays

Please note that €250 security deposit is required upon arrival. As long as there are no breakages or damage to the property this will be refunded on departure.


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Features

All mod-cons

Along the Wild Atlantic Way

Ample parking at the property

babysitting on request

BBQ area

Beautiful Design

Cable TV & DVD player

Close to beaches

Fully equipped Kitchen and large dining table

High Chair and Travel Cot available

Landscaped gardens fully enclosed

Large Grounds

Loads of space - Perfect for Families

Lots of natural light

Pet Friendly

Washer/Dryer

Wheelchair Access

WiFi

Family Friendly

Large Properties

Late Availability

Pet Friendly

Short Breaks

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