Kate and John and their home is a place where you fell like pinching yourself. A true Connemara feel. From the little sheep in the fields, to the turf stove at night ( if needed,weather wise)and long rolling hills against the backdrop of the turf bogs and the lakes. Its such an idyllic spot for a rest and relaxation and close to so many highlights Galway itself has to offer.
The home is cosy and homely with Kate's additions of candles, snuggly blankets,twinkly lights and everything we needed for our stay. Dont let the no TV or Wifi sway you..We love Netflix as much as anyone but it was glorious to just be present and play a few games in evening or cycle the road or walk the bog..
We found a number of places close by to visit and my daughter (11) loved them..
Glengowla mines 10/10 for any little Minecraft explorers & tour guide .
Loughrea farm 20 mins away was a really lovely place.
Brigits garden- lunch and a stroll with playground.
Moycullen has an amazing playground and if you like coffee stop at the PINK CAMPER VAN!!Also if you have adventurers, the Wildlands is a big huge activity place with great lunches: but do book before as was booked out when we stayed.
The Boat Inn in Oughterard is a must for a meal and staff were so helpful to us and also the shop across the road.Beautiful village and people were so friendly and nice.
Salthill and Spiddal are under an hour away and lovely for a dip or stroll or just scenery.
Also the drive to Kylemore Abbey as instructed by John's dad was picture perfect.
Kate and John are two very genuine lovely people with very kind hearts and a beautiful home if you're lucky enough to get a space, Ill be booking my next years trip very soon. Only regret is to watch Johns dad in action cutting the turf. They don't make people like John's dad anymore..Cant wait to return...
Piece of advice:Don't drive as horse truck in a turf bog in Connemara that why all the tractors have 8 wheels:)