A charming property, with glimpses of Lough Corrib from the dining space and patio. In August, tons of blackberries at the border of the lawn, and an apple tree with ripe apples that begged to be turned into a blackberry and apple crumble.
If you're after peace and quiet, and the occasional glimpse of the stars (weather dependent!), this place is perfect. You hear a neighbour's car once in a while, or someone going to the alpaca farm that's a few km up the road. It is a cul-de-sac road, so otherwise minimal traffic. There are two routes to Oughterard, lakeshore and scenic.. they're both scenic, so I don't know why the upper route is the only one labeled scenic!
Didn't get a chance to try the fireplace, it was still a touch too warm, even on the rainy days. However, with very comfortable sofas, a night in on a cold night would be really cozy.
Well placed (after driving down to Oughterard) for getting to Galway City, Ireland's only fjord, the Wild Atlantic Way, or going for a potter in a dory on Lough Corrib.