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Ocean Front Home with Spectacular Views Overlooking Mannin Bay

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Beach
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6153 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Ballyconneely, Galway
  • Mannin Bay Beach
    6 min drive
  • Connemara Championship Links
    6 min drive
  • Marconi Trans Atlantic Wireless Station
    13 min drive
  • Inishmore (IOR)

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ocean Front Home with Spectacular Views Overlooking Mannin Bay

Welcome to Mannin Bay Cottage. This contemporary residence has been constructed to the highest standard, using the finest materials and taking full advantage of the breathtaking ocean and mountain views.

MASTER BEDROOM & BATHROOM: The master bedroom features a Queen Size pillow top bed with dual side tables and lamps. All beds (master & guest) are out fitted with the finest linens and fabrics. Enjoy the views of the Atlantic Coast line from the luxury of your bed.

The master bathroom features a full size stand up power shower (glass enclosed).

GUEST BEDROOM: The guest bedroom also has a Queen Size pillow top bed with side tables and lamps. This room also enjoys breathtaking views of the Atlantic Coast line.

THIRD BEDROOM: The third bedroom has a twin bed & a double bed.

KITCHEN HIGHLIGHTS: The fully furnished kitchen is a pleasure to cook in. Cooks can enjoy the 36' gas range with quality cookware and utensils.

LIVING/DINING AREA: The heart of this home is the open plan kitchen, dining and living area. The space enjoys breathtaking views of the coastline and to the east the majestic 12 Bens mountains. The dining area can seat 6-8 comfortably for dinner. The living area features a wood burning fire, flat screen smart TV. Wi-Fi connection is free.

SECOND BATHROOM: This bathroom has a power shower and large bathtub.

GARDEN: Enjoy cooking outside on a Weber gas BBQ, you and your guests can also enjoy the well kept garden with its collection of native shrubs and flowers.

LOCAL AREA: Mannin Bay Cottage is a 10 minute walk from the village of Ballyconneely, a mere six miles from the equally beautiful Dogs Bay in Roundstone and six miles from the bustling town of Clifden.

Mannin Bay Cottage is perfectly situated for exploring Connemara. Connemara provides probably the finest angling in western Europe for salmon, sea trout and brown trout, but lake fishing and most outdoor pursuits - from mountaineering to wild swimmingare well catered for through out the entire area.

Ballyconneely is home to the renowned Connemara Golf course. There are several horse riding stables in the area and of course miles of white sandy beaches to explore. The house is within a half hour drive of Roundstone, Ballyinahinch, Renvyle, Cleggan, Letterfrack and Kylemore. The island of Inishboffin is a short boat trip from Cleggan harbor.

Keywords: modern, views, bright
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Connemara Championship Links. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • 6 minutes by car from Mannin Bay Beach and 6 minutes from Connemara Championship Links
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Catherine Lenny

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Tennis on site
  • Golf on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1650 sq ft (153 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Ocean Front Home Spectacular Views Overlooking Mannin Bay House
Ocean Front Home Spectacular Views Overlooking Mannin Bay
Ocean Front Home Spectacular Views Overlooking Mannin Bay House
Ocean Front Home Spectacular Views Overlooking Mannin Bay House
Ocean Front Home Spectacular Views Overlooking Mannin Bay

Ocean Front Home with Spectacular Views Overlooking Mannin Bay Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 59 reviews" "
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9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay by the bay
We had 4 fantastic nights at this cottage. Every morning we watched a group of seals playing in the water and sunning on the rocks. We enjoyed the location, short drive to Clifden for great food, we took advantage of the spa at the hotel down the road on a rainy day, and toured the park, beaches, Kylemore Abbey, the bog, etc. Everyone commented that the seals and peaceful location was the best part of our trip. House had everything you needed too.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A dream!
This house was absolutely lovely! It was clean, had comfortable beds, adequate space for my family of 5, and had a full kitchen and laundry. The view was spectacular and the house was remote enough to have space to enjoy the scenery, but still close enough to Clifden to have access to a busier scene. Seal watching in the mornings was a favorite activity. I would definitely rent this home again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views and ambiance
Everything was perfect for us to enjoy the area and drive into clifden for restaurants and pubs for traditional Irish music. The road is a bit narrow towards the house the last bit but we did it slowly. We also enjoyed great meals at the nearby Connemara sands hotel just near the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tess A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbeatable views
This cottage is in a spectacular position looking out over the salt lough in Mannin Bay. We loved watching the seals, hares and all manner of birdlife from the picture window. A host of Caribbean-style beaches all around. The cottage is very stylish, well-equipped and comfortable. (Better pillows and sofa and a microwave would make it perfect!) Mélanie was charming and very helpful. We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Roesheen M.

Mannin Bay Cottage Ocean Front
In a beautiful location, modern cottage, fantastic views from large lounge window over the bay and seals basking on the rocks. However disappointed no direct access to the sea for my kayak. I like to dry washing outdoors, although tumble dryer provided cottage could benefit from outside drying facilities. Also didnt like the fact that both bathrooms had clear glass in the windows and no blinds. Also overall cleanliness was fine except for cob webs hanging and spider nests on the ceilings, dead blue bottles, flies and moths on window sills, top of tumble dryer thick layer dust and french doors covered in grubby hand marks. All not what I expect for the prices charged.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect (once you've found it in the night)
It's the third house on the left, not the second! Directions were faulty, but the house itself was perfect: beautiful view of the bay, very tranquil, spacious, very well equipped, easily heatable and, to top it all, very tastefully furnished. We loved it!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K., Ireland

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home in Mannin Cottage in picturesque Ballyconneely
Our family just got back from our 4 night stay in this beautiful home on Mannin Rd in Ballyconneely. We saw seals, dolphins, donkeys, birds, beautiful beaches, amazing wild flowers and lots of fabulous scenery. We got to rest, and remove ourselves from the noise and distraction of the city and immersed into a place of relaxation which was so refreshing and renewing. It is a beautiful home away from home and all you need is right on your door step. We will definitely be back to stay!! Keoghs pub/restaurant is a lovely spot for a bite to eat and a few drinks with wonderful staff and is a short drive away. Clifden has amazing restaurants too, but this rental home allows you to eat in and cook something on the bbq if you wish. We all miss the view from that amazing window in the living room each morning! The best property my family has stayed at by far in Ireland x ☀️👌🥰 Thank you Catherine and Melanie 🌼
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ciara K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Magic window
From the minute you walk into the house the window looking out over the bay has a Wow factor, I looked forward to getting up and opening the curtains in the morning to watch the seals swim across the bay, I found myself just drifting watching the colours change as the weather changed. Overall house has a lovely feel, great wildlife around with hares,donkeys, sheep, cows and of course ponies with the added surprise of a family of seals sunbathing as u look out the window. I don’t know what else to say. A long drive from us travelling from the Wicklow mountains to the 12 bens but worth it. Everything was in a short drive If there was not still some restrictions in place would of made life earlier but I can’t take away from the house for this reason. Would love to go back.

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and tranquil licstion
We loved looking at the seals every morning and watching the tide go in and out, such an amazing location and only a 10 minute drive to Clifden bats and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andreas K., NRW

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house with super view
We really enjoyed our stay at this house. It has everything you need plus an awesome view. We loved watching the seals every day right from the front yard. Melanie was very helpful and gave up great tips. She makes the world's best crepes. Will definitely come back again. Thanks!

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical!
This is a beautiful home located on an equally beautiful rocky bay loaded with seals, ponies and cattle. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely peaceful property with great views
Very nice, modern house, fabulous views of the bay and attendant wildlife. Clifden an easy drive away with good shopping. House was exactly as described, no surprises. A wonderful, quiet and peaceful stay.Loved every minute.

10/10 Excellent

janie l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at beautiful location
The views from inside are just gorgeous peaceful and nice open floor plan. Everything you need in kitchen. Quiet street but still close to Clifden or nice pub at Keoughs and delicious food at Connemara Sands pub within walking distance...would have liked to stay longer. Very clean and welcoming!!

10/10 Excellent

Edwina G.

Brilliant, would recommend this stay to anyone and everyone.
If you want to see the real Ireland and enjoy rugged this is the place for you. Most delightful people, beaches and walks. Bit of a trek from Shannon airport but well worth it, don’t be put off. Cosy up after your exertions with the peat fire.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

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Lovely home with the most amazing view! The house is modern and well equipped - very cozy!
We loved it! Really a special place - highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Catherine J.

Magical
Mannin Bay Cottage is a magical, exceptional place--it has a view that changes moment-to-moment with the light and the weather, seals (or are they mermaids or descendants of the Conneely clan?) that wave good morning across the rocky shoreline, and a location near Clifden that offers a sense of seclusion but also connectedness. I only wish I'd had more time there to simply sit and be in the moment within its walls or wander the shores and hills the surround it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Meghan C.

Gorgeous views from the bright, cheery cottage out to the sea where the seals played all day
We're already planning our next trip to Connemara to stay at this beautiful cottage again - and this time we'll bring friends to fill the rooms. Two families of 4 would be very comfortable there. Everything about our stay in Mannin Bay Cottage was beyond expectation. The house was beautiful and equipped with everything we needed and then some, including a good pair of binoculars to watch the seals at play in the water outside the living room window. The beds were comfy and the rooms were all beautifully decorated. The light was gorgeous coming in through all the picture windows. We never drew a curtain - there was no one nearby to look in - so we woke each morning to our view of the sea. The Pub in Ballyconneely, Keoghs, was a quick drive and very nice. We didn't walk into town because the road is very narrow, and I was afraid we might not be seen around one of the bends. But the drive was always exciting, so we didn't mind. On Melanie's suggestion, we drove to the end of our road and walked down to the rocky and sandy beach one day. We also drove 15 minutes down the road to Roundstone twice - it's worth two visits for sure! We ate at a pub called O'Dowds that was just wonderful, serving all local food. We enjoyed a breathtakingly beautiful drive up to Killary to visit the sheep farm there and watch PJ putting Jessie through her paces with the black faced Connemara sheep. Very cool! After the demo, the kids had a chance to play with the four adorable pups on the farm. it was very hard not to take one home! My only regret about our stay at Mannin Bay Cottage was that it was too short. I can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Timothy E.

Beautiful Home Overlooking Mannin Bay
This beautiful home overlooking Mannin Bay was such a lovely surprise. The pictures do not fully show how wonderful this house is. It's bright, and spacious, with high ceilings and gorgeous views. There's a small private yard with a picnic area and garden. We are so incredibly happy that we chose this house for our stay in Ireland - it exceeded all our expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Peaceful
Loved our stay at the house, the view is amazing. Very well equipped kitchen. Bedrooms were very comfortable as were the bathrooms. Loved waking up to that amazing view each morning and having my coffee looking at the surrounding beauty.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Claire O.

Lovely spot
Gorgeous. Very clean, well equipped and great location. Many thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Edie L.

Great getaway
Good location to explore Connemara and a very comfortable home. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joyce L.

A winning experience!
Four women friends who have been traveling together for one week each year celebrated our 30th anniversary of travel by returning to Ireland. Our house on Mannin Bay is definitely one of the best houses we've ever rented. Beautiful setting, house had everything we could want. Beds were very comfortable, great kitchen and lots of room to sit and read, talk or just watch the birds, seals, and weather change.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Everything and more
The house is beautifully furnished and at the same time wonderfully functional. A perfect place to stay for a week or a month or two. The view is indeed spectacular and the house couldn't be more comfortable. We loved our time here and are already thinking about coming back for an extended stay. Melanie was great in getting us oriented and Catherine was helpful and prompt and friendly in every way. Thanks, Tom
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Splendid serenity
This lovely cottage on Mannin Bay in the Connemara region is exactly as depicted in the photos and description. The house is bright and cheerful with updated amenities. The large picture window in the main living area was our entertainment as we watched the seals and herons. Melanie made sure we knew how to use the fireplace which we did at night. She placed fresh flowers on the table to greet us and made sure we knew how to reach her during our stay. Melanie gave us suggestions for sightseeing including making sure we knew about a children's parade in nearby Clifden that weekend. It is a bit longer of a drive on narrow roads back to Galway City than we anticipated so we modified our plans to stay in the Connemara region. The cottage provided a quiet home base for our visit. The house is well equipped including a kitchen which met our needs completely. We didn't see that reflective safety vests were in the house as we had seen in other lodgings during our visit to the country. The roads are not well lit so be sure to bring your own gear if you plan to walk during the evening or early morning. Otherwise, we wanted for nothing and we would definitely recommend this wonderful house for anyone wanting a place to stay while visiting Connemara.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Delge G.

An excellent choice to book for at least a week!
In a rural setting with nature in full bloom at your doorstep this home is clean and modern. The decor has been tastefully created from designer publications and is appointed with culinary delight. We loved walking (2-3kms) to witness a variety of pasture grazers and the beautiful beaches along the coast. From Inishbofin to the Marconi signal station there are many ways to experience life and history among the people of Ireland.