Benview House

Rating
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

14 Customer Review(s)

Mr Murphy
June 2021

“Carole is an excellent host.”

This is a very comfortable house in an excellent location.

This is a very comfortable house in an excellent location.

- Mr Murphy, June 2021
Mr Cashman September 2020

“Lovely location for a quiet break, nice walks and close to lovely beaches, great base from which to explore the area, the cottage had everything, Internet was fantastic, spotlessly clean and most importantly Carole (our hostess) was so helpful and friendly yet completely unobtrusive, a lovely lady.”

All in all we would highly recommend Benview to anyone looking for a quiet, peaceful break!

- Mr Cashman, September 2020
Mrs Douglas-slater September 2018

“Fantastic location, just a short walk from the harbor - Rounstone is stunning!”

Lots to do in the area - we did an e-bike tour, clay shooting lessons, kayaking and hill walking. Just a couple of small niggles with the cottage: there are no heating controls, and it was often very cold. The owner has it set to come on twice a day (from the attached property), and in the colder months that isn’t enough. Also, we could not use the WiFi - we asked for the code a couple of times, but weren’t given the correct one. Carol, the owner, was warm and friendly. If the above two niggles were sorted, I would score higher.

- Mrs Douglas-slater, September 2018
Mrs O'Ruairc August 2018

“Roundstone perfect spot for a escape and best part of Ireland.”

Really enjoy the scenery, beaches, food and people and even the weather. House was excellent and great location for everything. Many thanks to Carole and for the delicious baking. Deirdre

- Mrs O'Ruairc, August 2018
Mrs Feeney July 2018

“The location near Roundstone in Galway.”

We could take a five-minute walk to the town centre. The view from Benview cottage was wonderful.

- Mrs Feeney, July 2018
Mrs Randles June 2018

“This is the second time that we have visited this cottage and we intend to go back!”

It is a superb location and the owners are friendly and helpful - they seem like friends now! The cottage is well decorated and maintained. Lovely view of mountains from front windows and close to shops, pubs etc. Connemara is absolutely beautiful and we found everyone we met very welcoming! Only disappointment was the lack of controls for the DVD player - it would be good for a new controller to be purchased

- Mrs Randles, June 2018
Miss Caldwell July 2017

“We could not control the heating in the house and it would of been nice to have table and chairs outside the front of the house to look at the view.”

- Miss Caldwell, July 2017
Mr Van Nijnanten July 2017

“Was a beautifull place.”

The lady of the house was very kind. She baked cakes, we got fresh fisch.

- Mr Van Nijnanten, July 2017
Mr Magwood July 2017

“Friendly and very welcoming owners.”

- Mr Magwood, July 2017
Poole August 2016

“There is everything to recommend for this holiday house.”

It is in a quiet location, with lovely views, just 5 minutes walk from Roundstone, so very convenient for the local food and craft shops, with no shortage of places to eat out. In the good weather, Roundstone felt cosmopolitan, one could eat outside, all close to the harbour, with amazing views to the mountains of Connemara, and happy people, many young and on bicycles, touring the beautiful coastline. The sandy beaches of Gurteen Beach and Dog's Bay just a few minutes drive away with white sand and sheltered aspect are heavenly. It is also an ideal place for touring further up and around the coast, where there are more wonderful, magical sandy bays, and back through the mountains. And what a lovely house to come back to. Freshly caught fish, and a home baked apple pie arrived by magic in our kitchen, Carole was kindness itself, living unobtrusively next door. The place was spotless, and well equipped, with much pine furniture, and light rooms. A perfect relaxing holiday, my husband and I are both water colour painters, and the sitting room was light enough and large enough for us both to paint. When I left my walking boots behind, Carole posted them to me straight away with only friendly words to say about my forgetfulness!! The house felt loved and we felt very at home and cared for beautifully. Thank you Carole!! We will do our very best to return.

- Poole, August 2016
Mrs Gilday May 2016

“Lovely cottage in a beautiful location.”

Owner was very welcoming. Surrounding area is amazing and the local beaches were outstanding. Enjoyed the local pubs too!

- Mrs Gilday, May 2016
Mrs Godinic August 2014

“We loved the house and the village, the scenery is beautiful and peaceful.”

- Mrs Godinic, August 2014
Ms Daughton June 2014

“The location was perfect, close to both village and fantastic beach nearby.”

A friendly and very helpful owner.

- Ms Daughton, June 2014
Mr Chaplin March 2013

“Excellent property and warm welcome.”

- Mr Chaplin, March 2013
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The property

Attached to the welcoming owner's home and located in the bustling fishing village of Roundstone, County Galway, this fantastic Roundstone cottage is set entirely across the ground floor, offering an ideal property for families or groups of friends to relax in and enjoy all that this wonderful area has to offer.

The well-equipped kitchen, bright, airy bedrooms and welcoming open plan living area give this modern Roundstone cottage a homely feel.

Roundstone is an old fishing and harbour village and is known for being a muse for the many famous painters including Jack B.

Yeats.

During the day you can take a sea fishing trip from the pier and in the evening why not take a stroll down to Roundstone harbour before sampling some of Galway's wonderful seafood in one of the fantastic restaurants or pubs, just two minutes walk from your Roundstone cottage?

While there, enjoy the local music and dance at the traditional Irish nights that Roundstone is famous for!

Within easy driving distance are some fantastic beaches, the Connemara National Park, the cultural Galway city and the Aran Islands.

The 12 Bens Mountains are ideal for walkers, and after a long day enjoying the sights pour yourself a glass of wine and unwind in the wonderful Jacuzzi bath.

This delightful Roundstone cottage really has it all.

Summary

All ground floor
Three bedrooms: 1 x super king-size double, 1 x king-size double (bed accessed via one side only), 1 x twin
Bathroom with Jacuzzi bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open plan living area with fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire.
Oil central heating & electric fire
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, TV with Free-to-air channels, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Electricity inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair
Off road parking for 4 cars
Private rear enclosed patio with furniture
Private front lawned garden
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 2 mins walk
Note: This property is attached to the owner's own property but is securely separated by a bolted door and porch.

About the location

ROUNDSTONE, COUNTY GALWAY

Clifden 14.5 miles; Connemara National Park 25 miles; Galway 48 miles.

Roundstone, in the Connemara region of County Galway, lies on the western arm of Bertraghboy Bay. The entrance to Roundstone harbour is marked by a large stone, like an upturned bath tub, which is known as seals rock (Chloch na Ron) as seals like to clamber up onto it and bask in the sunshine. The bay itself is also often referred to as Roundstone Haven. Roundstone offers pubs, restaurants, cafés, shops and a children’s playground, plus there is a traditional Irish night in the summer and a number of festivals which take place throughout the year. Roundstone is full of historical and geographical points of interest, including the bell tower of the Franciscan Monastery, now standing in the Michael Killeen Park, and the remains of a monument to St Brendan on Inishnee, a small island in Roundstone Bay. A five-minute drive away are Gurteen and Dog's Bay beaches, plus attractions in the area include horse riding, deep sea fishing, hill walking and cycling. Just eight miles from Roundstone is the Connemara Golf Club and further afield there is great scenery to enjoy either on foot, bicycle or in the car. The lively town of Clifden has lots of interesting things to see, while the Connemara National Park is just a little further away and the city of Galway can be reached in an hour’s drive.

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Reviews

“Carole is an excellent host.”

“Fantastic location, just a short walk from the harbor - Rounstone is stunning!”

“Roundstone perfect spot for a escape and best part of Ireland.”

“The location near Roundstone in Galway.”

“This is the second time that we have visited this cottage and we intend to go back!”

“We could not control the heating in the house and it would of been nice to have table and chairs outside the front of the house to look at the view.”

“Was a beautifull place.”

“Friendly and very welcoming owners.”

“There is everything to recommend for this holiday house.”

“Lovely cottage in a beautiful location.”

“We loved the house and the village, the scenery is beautiful and peaceful.”

“The location was perfect, close to both village and fantastic beach nearby.”

“Excellent property and warm welcome.”

The property

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About the location

ROUNDSTONE, COUNTY GALWAY