Sycamore Cottage | Ballinderreen, County Galway | Kilcolgan

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score

38 Customer Review(s)

“We found the location extremely relaxing and an ideal location for exploring the region.”

Even with some places closed due to Covid restrictions we still found loads to do.

Even with some places closed due to Covid restrictions we still found loads to do. The owner Bernie made us feel really at home and even supplied us with home grown produce from her poly tunnel and allotment! We would highly recommend this little gem to anyone.

- Mr Baxter, September 2021
Ms Fitzgerald July 2021

“Bernie was very welcoming and showed us around the cottage.”

She very kindly left supplies to make a cuppa and sandwich for when we arrived and a voucher for a local restaurant. The kitchen was well equipped fridge/freezer, microwave etc. and the cupboard was well stocked with condiments etc., if you wanted to cook. Good choice of TV channels and streaming services to sit and relax after a busy day out! Lovely garden there if you wanted to sit out.

- Ms Fitzgerald, July 2021
Mrs Rawlins July 2021

“We had a lovely stay Bernie the owner was so helpful and friendly.”

From the welcome treats to the pretty flowers we felt very special. Thank you Bernie. Also had some good meals at Pub/Restaurant Rafterys Rest.

- Mrs Rawlins, July 2021
Ms O'leary July 2021

“Lovely big garden attached to the cottage.”

Bernie was very nice to deal with and left a lovely welcome pack. House is compact and clean and a good base to explore the area. Kilcolgan the nearest big town has a lovely food store called Gran Grans and the pub/restaurant Rafterys Rest was very good - we ended up there twice!

- Ms O'leary, July 2021
Dr Gethins September 2020

“Bernie proved to be an excellent hostess.”

Sycamore Cottage was equipped down to the last detail. It was as though we were guests in her own home. Our week there was the best experience we have had in a holiday home ever.

- Dr Gethins, September 2020
Mr Clarke August 2020

“The pictures don't do this place justice.”

It looks small but on arrival its big and spacious. Its a little out of the way but it turned out to be the best decision we made in a long time. It has everything you need. Bernie the host was so kind and made our stay very welcoming. We would be happy to return and have decided to do so again in the future. Recommendation wise of the area food wise 100% the pier house in kinvara a 10 min drive, pub id say eyre square or local raffertys rest(breakfast amazing). Enjoy all it was a great trip. Until next time.

- Mr Clarke, August 2020
Ms O'connor August 2020

“The host was top class.”

.. excellent..

- Ms O'connor, August 2020
Mrs Maguire February 2020

“We had a very friendly welcome from the owner and the flowers on the table brought a smile to our lips.”

The cottage was very warm and cosy with everything we needed, plus more. The atmosphere was very peaceful and there was a lovely coastal walk just outside the door. Very handy for Galway city and touring all the sights in Co Clare. Also a good selection of tour leaflets and maps. All in all a very enjoyable week, surely we shall be back.

- Mrs Maguire, February 2020
Mr Domiter December 2019

“We really enjoyed our stay.”

The cottage was perfect and we felt like at home right from the start. In addition to the wonderful cottage, equipped with even more than you need during your stay, the host was very helpful and extremely nice.

- Mr Domiter, December 2019
Mr Dredge October 2019

“The booking process, information, and cottage were superb.”

The cottage was immaculately presented and the owner gave us a warm, friendly, yet unobtrusive welcome.

- Mr Dredge, October 2019
Mr Holmes September 2019

“We always enjoy our stay at the sycamore Bernie the owner is a very nice lady ...”

We always enjoy our stay at the sycamore Bernie the owner is a very nice lady greets us on our arrival and leaves us a lovely starter pack and comes around specially to see if everything is ok and takes time to talk with us before we leave thank you

- Mr Holmes, September 2019
Dr Walter August 2019

“The cottage is cosy and warm and the owners are very friendly and helpful.”

The location of this property is great as you can easily do day trips to places in Co. Clare, Galway and Mayo. Places as far apart as the Cliffs of Moher and Crough Patrick are within reach and it‘s also easy to go to the Aran Islands from Sycamore Cottage. There are many lovely walks in the area around Ballinderreen and the cottage is also less than an hour away from Fanore Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches we‘ve ever seen. We‘d love to return sometime.

- Dr Walter, August 2019
Mr Mifort August 2019

“Gite 5 étoiles.”

Très bien équipé. Un salle commune très agréable avec toutes ses baies vitrées. Idéal pour explorer la région

- Mr Mifort, August 2019
Mr Will July 2019

“Lovely location, lovely cottage, lovely helpful owners.”

Nice to get away from it all.

- Mr Will, July 2019
Ms Mcconnachie June 2019

“Very quiet spot so close to the water.”

It was a good base-point for our trips in county Galway/Clare. Lovely owner of the property, Bernie, gave us privacy but was there if needed.

- Ms Mcconnachie, June 2019
Mrs Altenbach-buelles March 2019

“The cottage was so cosy and lovely.”

..it was a Home for few days. There was nothing missing. Really nothing!

- Mrs Altenbach-buelles, March 2019
Miss Stewart February 2019

“Sycamore Cottage for us was like home from home.”

Bernie was friendly and helpful and provided us with the necessities in all rooms. She really went above all expectations. We had a fantastic relaxing stay and plan to return in the future!

- Miss Stewart, February 2019
Mr Beveridge January 2019

“Had a very enjoyable stay at Sycamore Cottage.”

Berni was a lovely host and respected our privacy. Would recommend to any one who wished an idyllic and quiet retreat on the west coast of Ireland.

- Mr Beveridge, January 2019
Mr Raftery December 2018

“Quiet, secluded oasis of peace.”

- Mr Raftery, December 2018
Mrs Nicholson December 2018

“This is our third in a row Christmas spent in Sycamore Cottage.”

So what more can I say! It was as delightful as ever and Bernie left us starters as usual.. We loved seeing her again with Sam and Buddy, her two sheep dogs. The cottage is excellently equipped, warm and cozy. Thank you Bernie for another delightful and happy Christmas from Henry, Shirley and Trixie.

- Mrs Nicholson, December 2018
Mrs Siebrasse September 2018

“Weloved the interesting surrounding,the cosy house and the hospitality of the owner.”

Thank you!

- Mrs Siebrasse, September 2018
Dr Cattell August 2018

“Cottage was beautiful and as described; however, communication from Sykes Cottages was above and beyond expectations: timely, by post, and informative.”

Arrival instructions were particularly good. We found this an excellent company to book with and appreciated your high-quality communication by letter.

- Dr Cattell, August 2018
Mr Evans July 2018

“Well equipped cottage in lovely rural/coastal setting but with facilities nearby.”

Owner friendly and helpful but unobtrusive. Ideal for the holiday we wanted

- Mr Evans, July 2018
Mrs Walker July 2018

“The location of this cottage was a stone throw away from the harbour.”

The cottage was perfect for 2 young girls under 5 they didn't want to go home. Bernie was a perfect hostess and I hope we will cross paths again in the next couple of years.

- Mrs Walker, July 2018
Mrs Schoch June 2018

“Etwas abgelegen im Dorf Ballinderreen, aber für uns perfekt.”

Wir lieben die Ruhe und Natur. Auto unbedingt erforderlich. Großzügige Räumlichkeit. Küche könnte etwas besser ausgestattet sein. Wir waren nur zu zweit, aber das Geschirr ging schnell aus. Tolle Möglichkeit zum abends draußen sitzen, neben einer Pferdekoppel. Zwei völlig ruhige und brave Hunde im Nebenhaus (Haus der Besitzerin). Sehr freundliche Gastgeberin, sehr aufmerksamer Empfang (mit Milch im Kühlschrank und frischem Gebäck für dem Kaffee nach der Ankunft). Genügend Handtücher etc. Auch Infomaterial über die Region vorhanden. Im Ort eine Tankstelle und ein Pub. An der Tankstelle gibt es eine Einkaufsmöglichkeit, erstaunlich gutes Sortiment. Leider keine Grillmöglichkeit. Wir waren bei den kürzlichen Rekord-Temperaturen dort, da wäre abends ein Grill toll gewesen.

- Mrs Schoch, June 2018
Mrs Turner June 2018

“What a beautiful comfy cottage, in such a picturesque area!”

Mrs Larkin was the perfect hostess and we had a perfect holiday. Just a short drive to Kinvara which is very pretty, we can recommend the Pier Head restaurant , excellent food and service. Happy memories.

- Mrs Turner, June 2018
Mr Sauter June 2018

“Totally complet houshold with all Details for daily living, all as described, very friendly landlords, very recommendable cottage in a beautiful region worth for many excursions.”

- Mr Sauter, June 2018
Miss Fogerty May 2018

“Everything about the cottage was perfect, our whole group felt extremely at home throughout the whole weekend, it was perfect.”

Also, the owner of the cottage went above and beyond to make sure we were happy and could do everything we wanted to.

- Miss Fogerty, May 2018
Mrs Leblond April 2018

“Cottage spacieux, lumineux et confortable.”

Seul bémolsur les photos on ne voit pas qu'il y a un seuil assez haut (PMR)

- Mrs Leblond, April 2018
Mr Mcbride March 2018

“The location is very quiet and secluded - a perfect base for day-trips to places like Galway city, the Burren, Ailwee caves and Cliffs of Moher.”

Decent wifi and Netflix installed on the TV was a bonus. The cottage is well-built and insulated so held its heat well through the cold snap evenings.

- Mr Mcbride, March 2018
Mrs Nicholson December 2017

“This is our second Christmas spent in Sycamore Cottage.”

Once again it met all our expectations and we had a wonderful relaxing week. l Bernie, the owner, is extremely helpful and the cottage was well equipped with everything we needed.

- Mrs Nicholson, December 2017
Dr Donovan October 2017

“A very lovely place indeed.”

Very warm and accommodating hosts. Thank you for the oyster tasters. Fabulous. Would love to come back sometime. Thank you

- Dr Donovan, October 2017
Mr Smith September 2017

“We have been to Ireland several times and Bernie's home was our most pleasant stay.”

Was There a week and enjoyed it tremendously. Every little need was met including cookies and milk! Thanks Bernie for eveything....

- Mr Smith, September 2017
Mr Humphreys April 2017

“Brill place peace just relax”

- Mr Humphreys, April 2017
Ms Syed March 2017

“The Sycamore Cottage is in a convenient location just outside Galway, very close to the Galway Bay.”

The cottage is lovely, with everything one could ask for while on vacation. The hostess stocked our kitchen with thoughtful necessities and treats. Everything was perfect! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and recommend it greatly.

- Ms Syed, March 2017
Mrs Nicholson December 2016

“This is the best fitted out cottage we have ever stayed.”

It had everything we needed in comfort and it beautifully appointed. We stayed there for Christmas 2016 and would happily return again. The location is ideal for trips around Clare, The Burren and Galway. It is placed in the centre of the fishing industry down a quiet back road. The landlady is charming and couldn't have been more helpful in every way.

- Mrs Nicholson, December 2016
Ms Monin October 2016

“Sycamore Cottage is a hidden gem, tucked away in the backroads of a small town called Ballindeerrin.”

It met all our expectations and exceeded them. The place was cozy and clean, while the owner was extremely amiable and helpful. She had the house preheated when we arrived, and provided us with tea, coffee, and assorted breads for our morning breakfast. The kitchen was fully stocked with dishes and cleaning supplies, and she gave us a heated rack to dry our clothes after the washer. The wifi worked without issue and the local harbor was quite adorable. Our group traveled mostly by bus and by foot, so keep in mind the bus only passes through town every three hours, but for anyone with a car it is a prime location between Galway and Doolin. Don't forget to say hello to the local Golden retriever named Brandy during your stay.

- Ms Monin, October 2016
Mr Green September 2016

“This cottage was awesome the location stunning the host was lovely and went out of her way to make sure I was comfortable if I get the chance to visit Ireland again Ill know exactly where I want to stay.”

- Mr Green, September 2016
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The property

Ballinderreen 1.5 miles.

A traditional detached, stone cottage set in owners grounds close to the village of Ballinderreen in County Galway.

This lovely cottage is ideal for families and friends who love walking, with only a ten-minute walk to the harbour.

This ground floor cottage has a well-equipped kitchen and a sitting room with dining area and oil-burning stove.

There are two delightful double bedrooms, one has an en-suite shower, basin and WC and there is also a family bathroom.

Outside this delightful cottage is a private lawned garden and a perfect place to relax with a good book and a refreshing drink.

This lovely cottage is situated on an inlet of Galway Bay known as Brandy Harbour and the pretty seaside village of Kinvara is just a five-minute drive away.

Other nearby attractions are the Connemara National Park and the city of Galway.

Also a short drive down the road is the village of Kilcolgan, home to the Moran Oyster Cottage, a thatched cottage dating back over 250 years and now offering freshly-caught seafood.

A lovely cottage for a perfect getaway to explore this wonderful part of the country.

Summary

All ground floor
Two double bedrooms, one with en-suite shower, basin and WC
Bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Sitting room with dining area and oil-burning stove
Oil central heating with oil-burning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Free-to-Air channels, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot on request
Ample off road parking
Private front lawned garden with patio and furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 1.5 miles
Coast 1 min walk

About the location

BALLINDERREEN, COUNTY GALWAY

Galway 15 miles.

Located in between the villages of Kilcolgan and Kinvarra lies Ballinderreen in south Galway. The village has a shop and a pub and is close to the sandy beach at Tracht, and Morans Oyster Cottage, a delightful thatched cottage that has been turned into a charming restaurant. Ballinderreen rests along the main route from Galway to County Clare on The Wild Atlantic Way and encompasses some of the most stunning coastal scenery you will ever see, and will take you as far as the friendly village of Lisdoonvarna, which hosts the annual match making festival. Ireland’s premier attraction, the majestic Cliffs of Moher are also within easy reach of Ballinderreen and are most definitely worth a visit.

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Reviews & Ratings

“We found the location extremely relaxing and an ideal location for exploring the region.”

“Bernie was very welcoming and showed us around the cottage.”

“We had a lovely stay Bernie the owner was so helpful and friendly.”

“Lovely big garden attached to the cottage.”

“Bernie proved to be an excellent hostess.”

“The pictures don't do this place justice.”

“The host was top class.”

“We had a very friendly welcome from the owner and the flowers on the table brought a smile to our lips.”

“We really enjoyed our stay.”

“The booking process, information, and cottage were superb.”

“We always enjoy our stay at the sycamore Bernie the owner is a very nice lady ...”

“The cottage is cosy and warm and the owners are very friendly and helpful.”

“Gite 5 étoiles.”

“Lovely location, lovely cottage, lovely helpful owners.”

“Very quiet spot so close to the water.”

“The cottage was so cosy and lovely.”

“Sycamore Cottage for us was like home from home.”

“Had a very enjoyable stay at Sycamore Cottage.”

“Quiet, secluded oasis of peace.”

“This is our third in a row Christmas spent in Sycamore Cottage.”

“Weloved the interesting surrounding,the cosy house and the hospitality of the owner.”

“Cottage was beautiful and as described; however, communication from Sykes Cottages was above and beyond expectations: timely, by post, and informative.”

“Well equipped cottage in lovely rural/coastal setting but with facilities nearby.”

“The location of this cottage was a stone throw away from the harbour.”

“Etwas abgelegen im Dorf Ballinderreen, aber für uns perfekt.”

“What a beautiful comfy cottage, in such a picturesque area!”

“Totally complet houshold with all Details for daily living, all as described, very friendly landlords, very recommendable cottage in a beautiful region worth for many excursions.”

“Everything about the cottage was perfect, our whole group felt extremely at home throughout the whole weekend, it was perfect.”

“Cottage spacieux, lumineux et confortable.”

“The location is very quiet and secluded - a perfect base for day-trips to places like Galway city, the Burren, Ailwee caves and Cliffs of Moher.”

“This is our second Christmas spent in Sycamore Cottage.”

“A very lovely place indeed.”

“We have been to Ireland several times and Bernie's home was our most pleasant stay.”

“Brill place peace just relax”

“The Sycamore Cottage is in a convenient location just outside Galway, very close to the Galway Bay.”

“This is the best fitted out cottage we have ever stayed.”

“Sycamore Cottage is a hidden gem, tucked away in the backroads of a small town called Ballindeerrin.”

“This cottage was awesome the location stunning the host was lovely and went out of her way to make sure I was comfortable if I get the chance to visit Ireland again Ill know exactly where I want to stay.”

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About the location

BALLINDERREEN, COUNTY GALWAY