Fantastic Kinvara Beach Stay

The cosiest nights spent curled up by the fire can be enjoyed in this County Galway cottage. This scenic hideaway is in a rural destination on the edge of the North Atlantic Sea, offering endless walking opportunities, beautiful beaches and unforgettable viewpoints within effortless reach. You can escape to this two-bedroom abode as a romance-seeking couple or as a small family as this property sleeps three guests in total. It's also dog friendly, encouraging you to explore seaside scenery and other Galway attractions with man's best friend set lovingly by your side.

The chocolate-box cottage has instant curb appeal with a lovely lawn out front, a whitewashed facade and a striking painted red door – step inside and feel instantly at home. Everything's laid out on a single storey and there's an additional garden space enclosed at the back. At the heart of the house, a lounge/diner offers an oil-fired wood burner with snug seating and a dining table positioned around, creating a truly inviting space to unwind come the evening. The sofa doubles up as a sofa bed for additional sleeping space in here. Next door, the kitchen is on-hand with space for meal prep and a family bathroom is just down the hallway. Finally, a double and a single bedroom await restful nights.

Truly picturesque, the port village of Kinvarra is 2 miles away, accessible via a scenic route along the sea. Add Dunguaire Castle and the village's waterfront cafes and restaurants to your holiday to-do list. A little further away, visit the sandy seaside spot of Traught Beach (6 miles), a great place to swim with lifeguards on duty throughout the summer months. Located across the bay, take the 16-mile drive to Galway to visit the county's principal city, a place with colourful streets, a selection of independent businesses and a thriving cafe culture that makes the city feel lively year-round.

Need to know

– 2 bedrooms – 1 double and 1 single

– 1 shower room with WC

– Microwave, washing machine

– Travel cot and highchair

– TV, DVD and radio

– Enclosed garden with lawn and garden furniture

– Private parking

– Shop and pub 2 miles, beach 4 miles