Doleen Quay House is a tranquil retreat where kids can enjoy sailing, swimming, and fishing while you unwind with a glass of wine. With its private beach and panoramic ocean views, this sea lodge offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.
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5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10232 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Parking available
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Doleen Quay House is a luxurious beach holiday home
Escape to Doleen Quay House, a luxury 5-bedroom sea lodge in Ballyconneely, Connemara, with its own private beach. Perfect for families and retreats, this architectural gem offers panoramic ocean views and sleeps 10 comfortably. Experience beachfront bliss with modern elegance, a designer kitchen, and serene privacy just moments from the Atlantic.
Tucked away on the edge of the Atlantic, Doleen Quay House is a one-of-a-kind sea lodge with its own private beach, designed for unforgettable family holidays and serene retreats. Facing southwest over the ocean with the Twelve Bens mountains at its back, this architectural gem invites you to disconnect and recharge.
The bright, open-plan living space features floor-to-ceiling windows and plush sofas, perfect for watching the waves. The central hub seamlessly blends a designer kitchen, dining, and lounge area, ideal for entertaining. The kitchen is an epicurean's dream, featuring a polar ice quartz island, double oven, warming drawers, a touchpad induction hob, and a Quooker hot tap.
Property Highlights:
Direct access to a private white sandy beach just 40m away.
5 luxurious bedrooms: an exquisite Master Quay Suite, 2 junior suites, and 2 king rooms.
Three interlinked buildings with a central living area and two separate bedroom wings for privacy.
Elegant bathrooms with Carrera porcelain tiles, walk-in tropical rain showers, and Wi-Fi LED mirrors.
An air-to-water eco-heating and air exchange system for year-round comfort.
Your Private Sanctuaries:
Master Quay Suite: A private mezzanine haven featuring a super king velvet bed and a freestanding bath overlooking the ocean. This suite includes a walk-in rain shower, espresso machine, and fridge.
Junior Suites & King Rooms: Each suite is a peaceful retreat with four-poster beds, antique fireplace mantels, velvet finishes, and quality 100% linen and cotton bedding.
Guests will have exclusive and private access to the entire property. This includes:
The entire 5-bedroom house and its two distinct bedroom wings.
The surrounding grounds and gardens.
The private white sandy beach, located just 40 metres from the house.
A large basement providing ample storage for luggage, bikes, or other equipment.
For adventurers, optional boat trips to nearby islands can be arranged with the host upon request.
Key Collection: Your host's contact details will be provided after your final payment is processed. Please contact us 2–3 days prior to your arrival to confirm key collection arrangements.
Included Amenities: Your booking includes high-quality bed linen, down duvets, plush towels, a baby high chair, a cot/crib, heating, internet access, and on-site parking. There are no hidden fees.
Laundry: The basement laundry room is equipped with twin washing machines for your convenience.
Optional Services: Cancellation insurance is available for purchase, calculated at 5% of the booking price.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
One pet total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Checkin 17:00-00:00 00:00-10:00
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Note from host: Dangerous animals not allowed.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Ballyconneely is home to this chalet. Station House Museum and Connemara Heritage & History Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Alcock and Brown Memorial and Alcock and Brown Landing Site. Visit our Ballyconneely travel guide
Is Doleen Quay House is a luxurious beach holiday home pet-friendly?
Yes, this chalet allows pets (limit 1 total).
How much is parking at Doleen Quay House is a luxurious beach holiday home?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Doleen Quay House is a luxurious beach holiday home?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Doleen Quay House is a luxurious beach holiday home?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Doleen Quay House is a luxurious beach holiday home located?
Situated in Ballyconneely, this chalet is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Connemara Championship Links and within 6 miles (10 km) of Mannin Bay Beach and Connemara Championship Golf Links. Alcock and Brown Memorial and Alcock and Brown Landing Site are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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The house is just gorgeous, so spacious and light, and the arrangement of rooms was just what we needed. Also, the location and views are fabulous, it was so easy with our dog, we will definitely go back to Doleen Quay House if we get the chance !
Absolutely stunning property. The weather was great the first week which made it even better . The house is ultra modern, very sleek but totally fits the the landscape of Connemara.
Nestled into the rocks on the edge of the Atlantic, Doleen Quay House is an absolute treasure. The home and the furnishings are gorgeous, drawing inspiration from the ocean and the shoreline. The layout of the house was well suited for our family group of six adults, with four suites situated in the outer wings, connected by sunrooms to the main living space. We enjoyed cooking and sharing meals in the kitchen and dining area. Everyone loved their light and airy private rooms decorated in natural materials and lovely coastal color palettes. The beds were amazing. But no matter how perfect the home, the real star of this show is the natural setting on a private golden sand beach overlooking the ocean, the Connemara coast, and the Twelve Pin Mountains. The water is clear, cool, and vibrant. It was so inviting that some of us took a cold plunge in the first week of April. We took trips into Clifden to visit the pubs and enjoyed good beer and Irish fare at Guys Bar and Mitchell’s Restaurant. Our visit to Ballyconneely and the Doleen Quay House was an adventure we will long remember. Highly recommended for sea, shore, luxury, good times, and the unparalleled views of the natural Irish coastal landscape.
Kelly R.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
24 Jul 2022
Amazing
We loved this holiday home, it was stunning, a beautiful house is a magical location. Everything about it was perfect
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Neal
21 Jun 2025
Great family holiday
A wonderful home right on a pretty much private beach. Aine is such a wonderful host. We were greeted with fresh fruit, cheese, scones, basil, EVO, and a smile. The home is extremely spacious for families traveling. You could easily have multiple family units traveling together. The beach is wonderful for exploring, swimming, and relaxing. There is easy access to Clifden for shopping and food. In the small town of Ballyconneely, Keoghs offers a wonderful place to dine and for your kids to let off steam. This is only 1km away, so super convenient. There is also a small market to provide all your essentials.
Would be nice to have an outdoor couch or lounge chair