The Galway Shepherds Hut

Ballymahon 5.9 miles.

The Galway Shepherds Hut is a charming shepherd hut tucked away in Abbeyshrule, Longford, offering studio-style accommodation with a garden picnic bench and immediate access to the surrounding countryside.

Well-suited to couples looking for a simple break, this compact hideaway encourages slower mornings and easy evenings.

Inside, the open-plan design brings everything together in one thoughtfully arranged space.

The pull-down double bed and sofa bed allow the layout to adapt throughout the day, while the sitting area offers a place to unwind with the Smart TV after time outdoors.

The kitchenette supports light holiday dining, with an air fryer and fridge making it easy to prepare casual meals, enjoy a relaxed breakfast, or store local produce picked up during your travels.

A dining area sits neatly within the space, perfect for lingering over supper or mapping out the next day.

The shower room, fitted with a walk-in shower, basin, and WC, completes the interior with a clean, functional finish.

Step outside into the garden and you’ll find a picnic bench that invites you to sit back and take in the surroundings, whether that’s a quiet coffee in the morning or a pause in the afternoon sun, and here there is also a shared hot tub.

The location opens up a variety of gentle days out.

Wander along the Royal Canal Greenway in Abbeyshrule, following waterside paths that suit strolling or cycling.

Ballymahon offers access to Lough Ree, where lakeside walks and scenic viewpoints await.

In Longford town, explore local heritage spots and cafés, or head to Edgeworthstown for a quieter stop surrounded by countryside.

The nearby Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre adds a cultural highlight to the area.

For an easygoing stay in the Irish heartlands, The Galway Shepherds Hut is well placed.

Note: This property can be booked with ref. 1156118, together sleeping up to six people.