Guests say
Guests have consistently praised Aras Iosgan for its cleanliness, spaciousness, and prime location for exploring Connemara and Galway. The property boasts a well-equipped kitchen, comfortable furnishings, and stunning views. The owner, Mary, is commended for her helpfulness and warm welcome.
Reviewers frequently mention the property's cleanliness, describing it as immaculate and well-maintained, which indicates a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.
The property's location is highly praised for its proximity to local amenities, beaches, and as a base for exploring Connemara and the Wild Atlantic Way, with easy access to Galway city and the Aran Islands.
Guests find the property comfortable, highlighting the spaciousness, quality of beds, and the cosy living area with large, comfy seats. The presence of a full kitchen and ample parking adds to the overall comfort.
The property is well-appointed with a full kitchen, washer, dryer, and large TV. Some minor issues with a shower and dishwasher are noted, but overall the facilities meet guests' needs effectively.
While guests express gratitude for the host's warm welcome and helpfulness, there are no specific mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches that would warrant a score in this category.
About this property
This spacious, family-friendly bungalow lies just a stones throw from the village of Carraroe, an Irish speaking village, in the heart of south Connemara in County Galway. This detached cottage is in an ideal location for exploring this lovely part of Ireland, offering holidaymakers a true slice of Irish living. Boasting a variety of bedrooms throughout to cater for many party types, this delightful cottage has been lovingly decorated and tastefully finished. There is a large kitchen and dining area, fully-equipped for all your culinary needs, so you can enjoy delicious meals with friends and family. After a day exploring the raw beauty that is Connemara, you can curl up in front of a roaring fire in the cosy sitting room. To the front of the cottage, lie glorious views of the bay and a lawned garden where the children can play safely. Carraroe is home to a well-stocked local supermarket and deli, along with a selection of traditional pubs where you can truly immerse yourself in Irish culture, with a spot of live music and a crash course in the local language! Carraroe is nestled between two bays, Casla Bay and Greatmans Bay and is well-known for its traditional Irish fishing boats known as Galway Hookers. The surrounding islands, Lettermore, Lettermullen and Gorumna offer peaceful, unspoilt scenery to enjoy whether on foot or by bike. The entire region is a haven of untouched rugged beauty with sheltered coves, deserted sandy beaches and wild nature, so why not hop on your bike and see what makes this part of Ireland so attractive to visitors? You will be sure to meet some local Connemara ponies along the way! Further afield, and well worth a visit, are the cobbled streets of Galway, Kylemore Abbey and Gardens and the Connemara National Park. For a true Irish experience, this spacious cottage will not disappoint!
Carraroe is a small village situated close to the coast within the Connemara region on the western tip of County Galway, and offers a selection of shops and pubs.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Five bedrooms: 2 x king-size double, 1 x double, 2 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area (seats 4).
Dining room (seats 6).
Sitting room (seats 5) with open fire.
Oil central heating with open fire.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Saorview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power charged via meter reading, first 30 included in rent.
Starter pack for fire included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off road parking.
Front lawned garden with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 5 mins walk.
Reviews (25)
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Julie
Great size kitchen big bedrooms and lots of cupboard space and towels. Great location handy for local shops .pubs and church. Would highly recommend this place. My sister actually stayed here last year with a family group so it was a no brainer to book again. Only suggestion I would make is to list which items are deemed recyclable. As it seems there are different rules in different councils
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Kevin
The house was perfectly clean and well equipped.. Mary Terese was very welcoming and straightforward. It's a great base for visiting Connemara but also to visit the Aran Islands (the airport and port are nearby). Local services (supermarket, pub etc) are a short walk. High recommendation.
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Caroline
The home was very clean when we arrived and perfectly suited our needs for the visit. Mary Theresa came shortly after we arrived to talk us through some bits although I found it unusual not to have a binder or welcome pack explaining where to find things or things to do in the local area, I think this would be helpful. This also meant we were unclear in the expectations when we left such as stripping beds etc. The decoration in the home is a little dated and whilst clean some parts of fixtures and fittings are broken ( wardrobe doors etc) although this doesnât really affect a short term stay. One of my sisters struggled with a very lumpy mattress too! The house is in a good location for day trips out, and there is a shop and a pub a short walk away. There are beautiful views over the lake and a lovely coral beach a short drive away. Overall a nice house for a short stay in Galway