My family of four thoroughly enjoyed our recent stay at Carraigin Castle. This is not just any stay, this is a full experience unlike any other!
We were warmly greeted by the castle caretaker who lives nearby and was very helpful and responsive during our stay. We also took the suggestion to hire Tina to cater our first meal so we arrived to a huge basket of freshly baked scones, breads, fruit, and a cheese plate. Tina is lovely as well and came back with the remainder of our dinner which was plentiful and delicious. I highly recommend if you're going to hire Tina to cater (and you should!) do it on the first night and don't go to the store ahead. You will have enough for breakfast, lunch and at least another dinner.
Despite its size, the castle itself was homey and comfortable and a great nights sleep. It's also a great location if you want to take day trips. We would leave and explore Galway, Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, etc. and then come back and relax with a glass of wine or a beer while the kids ran around exploring and playing on the castle grounds. The setting right on the water is beautiful and serene.
Like I said, it's an experience not just a stay, and it's one we feel very fortunate to have had on our trip to beautiful Ireland.