Our group of five had an exceptional stay at Karen's castle and I cannot recommend it more!
We had nearly the entire castle to ourselves, save for the wings where Karen and her family live. We had two spotless, cosy bedrooms and a large bathroom with a bathtub, complete with beautiful views of the surrounding landscape from every window. The living rooms and dining rooms had a classic character, with arrays of family heirlooms and historical trinkets decorating every nook and cranny (even some stone walls dating back to the 14th century!).
Upon arrival, Karen showed us around and detailed the castle's impressive history. At night, Karen was kind enough to light up a fireplace for us and provide board games. In the morning, we enjoyed our breakfast nibbles while sitting on the river-side patio and basking in the tranquility of the castle grounds.
This castle is a gem and excellent value for money - a one-of-a-kind accommodation experience.
It is located in a small, sleepy town with few services, so if you're looking for a lively night out it is better to have a car to drive to Galway city.
Tip: try the fresh seafood at nearby Maron's restaurant.