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House between coast, lake + mountains: every window view is a Connemara highlight!

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Beach/ocean view
Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Roundstone, Galway
  • Popular LocationDog's Bay Beach7 min drive
  • Popular LocationAlcock and Brown Landing Site13 min drive
  • Popular LocationClifden Castle14 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 4
120 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 double bed
Bedroom 2
    1 double bed
Bedroom 3
    Bathroom 1
      Combined bath/shower

    About this property

    Entire place

    You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

    House between coast, lake + mountains: every window view is a Connemara highlight!

    "A stranger is a friend
    you haven't met yet "...

    "A stranger is a friend
    that you don't know yet ... "
    Irish saying

    The Calla School House was built over 100 years ago and served as a village school in Ballyconneely until the 1970s. Then the house was expanded and used privately; bought, refurbished and completely renovated by us in 2013, taking into account the old structures.
    The location of the house on the 'Wild Atlantic Way' is unique: right on the coast, framed by the 'bog', (moor), a lake and mountains: pure Connemara! Nearby Clifden, Connemara’s capital with many restaurants and shopping, and Roundstone, one of the prettiest coastal towns in Ireland.
    The coast offers many of the most beautiful beaches of Connemara with different characters in the surrounding area. Calla Beach can be reached on foot in 10 minutes. Our attraction: hike to the uninhabited small island (Inis Stavros) at low tide :)
    The house has 3 bedrooms, 1 living and dining room, a large kitchen, 1 bathroom with shower and two sinks. The glazed veranda offers incomparable views over Maumeen Lake, in which the sky is reflected, on the moor, in which sheep and horses graze, and on the mountain range of the Twelve Bens.
    The house is equipped with a new gas central heating / hot water, the consumption of which can be individually controlled with a timer.
    The energy costs (minus the first € 10.00) will be charged separately after meter reading and deducted from the deposit after departure.
    The house is surrounded by a garden of about 2000 square meters, which has various terraces with seating and small tables. There is also a picnic table. In the so-called "Swimming pool"
    can be sheltered from the wind with a view of the mountains and Maumeen Lake!

    Let us speak to one of our guests:
    ".... Calla Old School House is not really a holiday home. Rather, it is a home that is borrowed from the owner for a week or more. And it also feels like being at home. The drawers are full of useful things, scotch tape, writing utensils, sewing tools, tools, hand mixers, baking dishes etc. The house offers plenty of space: a large living room, dining room and kitchen, bathroom, three bedrooms and a winter garden. In addition, it is extremely tasteful and furnished with great attention to detail. Not to forget the beautiful garden, which even has a seat and garden furniture, is an absolute rarity for Ireland, since gravel places around the house actually dominate here. Everything corresponds to German standards, dishwasher, coffee machine, central heating, warm water etc. Not to forget the wonderful little details such as. B. the electric blanket in the master bedroom. We also enjoyed the fireplace, although we still haven't figured out how to make peat briquettes burn. With us they just smoldered. We enjoyed living, reading, cooking, sitting in the garden in the sun, watching the sunset, eating in the winter garden, collecting shells on the beach, visiting the island at low tide and listening to the wind. Anyone who misses the Internet here can only be a teenage addict - like our son. But even he had to admit that the house is just great ..... "

    Property manager

    Gabriele Gérard

    Languages

    English, German

    Property amenities

    Beach

    • Near the beach
    • Beach towels
    • Beach sunloungers

    Internet

    • Available in the house: Free WiFi

    Parking and transport

    • On-site parking
    • Car recommended

    Kitchen

    • Fridge
    • Stovetop
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Dishwasher
    • Toaster
    • Cookware/dishes/utensils
    • Blender
    • Lobster/crab pot

    Dining

    • Dining table

    Bedrooms

    • 3 bedrooms
    • Bed sheets provided

    Bathroom

    • 1 bathroom
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Hair dryer
    • Shampoo
    • Soap
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels provided

    Living spaces

    • Fireplace
    • Living room
    • Dining room

    Entertainment

    • TV
    • DVD player
    • Books
    • Games
    • Music library
    • Stereo

    Outdoor areas

    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Fenced garden
    • Barbecue
    • Garden
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Firepit

    Laundry

    • Washing machine and dryer
    • Near a laundromat

    Comfort

    • Heating

    Pets

    • No pets allowed

    Suitability/Accessibility

    • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
    • In-room accessibility
    • Smoke-free property

    Services and conveniences

    • Iron/ironing board

    Location highlights

    • Near the ocean
    • Near the sea
    • On the lake
    • In the mountains
    • In a rural location
    • Near the bay
    • In a village

    Things to do

    • Golf privileges
    • Fitness facilities nearby
    • Cycling on site
    • Snorkelling nearby
    • Wildlife and game walks nearby
    • Fishing nearby
    • Horse riding nearby
    • Swimming nearby
    • Cycling nearby
    • Birdwatching nearby
    • Hiking nearby
    • Hiking/biking trails nearby

    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)
    • First aid kit
    • Fire extinguisher

    General

    • Unit size: 1292 sq ft (120 sq m)

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    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    Minimum check-in age - 18

    Check-out

    Check-out before 10:00 AM
    Contactless check-out

    Special check-in instructions

    You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

    Pets

    Pets not allowed

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome

    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
    Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
    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

    We should mention

    A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

    About the area

    Callow

    Located in Callow, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Alcock and Brown Landing Site and Marconi Trans Atlantic Wireless Station are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Connemara Championship Links and Connemara Championship Golf Links. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

    What's nearby

    • Dog's Bay Beach - 7 min drive
    • Alcock and Brown Landing Site - 13 min drive
    • Marconi Trans Atlantic Wireless Station - 13 min drive
    • Clifden Castle - 14 min drive
    • Sky Road - 16 min drive

    Restaurants

    • Mannion's Bar - 14 min drive
    • E.J. Kings - 14 min drive
    • Lowry's Bar - 14 min drive
    • Off The Square Restaurant - 14 min drive
    • Station House Pub - 15 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is House between coast, lake + mountains: every window view is a Connemara highlight! pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    What time is check-in at House between coast, lake + mountains: every window view is a Connemara highlight!?

    Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at House between coast, lake + mountains: every window view is a Connemara highlight!?

    Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

    Where is House between coast, lake + mountains: every window view is a Connemara highlight! located?

    This family-friendly Callow holiday home is located by the ocean, 3 mi (4.9 km) from Connemara Championship Links, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Dog's Bay Beach and Gurteen Bay Beach. Mannin Bay Beach and Mt. Errisberg are also within 6 miles (10 km).

    Reviews

    10

    Exceptional

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 92 reviews" "
    Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 92 reviews" "
    Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 92 reviews" "
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews" "
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews" "

    10/10

    Cleanliness

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Bill B.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Wonderful home and surroundings! Great sightseeing nearby.
    Best vacation ever!
    Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Matt F.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Simply perfect
    Probably one of the nicest holiday rentals we’ve ever had. So peaceful, the property is perfect, and we would definitely like to return.
    Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Anna D.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Wonderful stay
    We had a great time staying at the Calla School House. It's a very comfortable and spacious home away from home. The views are fantastic; both during the day and during the evening. We were able to relax properly and that is what a holiday is about for us. We walked to Calla beach and visited quite a few other local beaches, rock pooling and we did some great walks. We would love to visit again sometime in the summer; although the weather was actually very good. It did rain, but mostly in the evenings and during the nights. A couple of showers but lots of sunshine as well. Unfortunately, our son left his phone at the house when we left.. However, Gabriele and Klaudia were so good about this. They directly offered to send it back to our home in England. Their communication was excellent throughout. I can recommend Calla School House wholeheartedly!
    Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    C F.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Comfortable and characterful
    Sunrises over a lake, sunsets over the sea, dark quiet nights. Comfortable beds, good heating, well-equipped kitchen (the dishwasher was replaced during our stay). Lovely calm decor, seashore finds everywhere around the place, conservatory and secluded garden out back One quirk to be aware of is that the TV is internet only, no terrestrial or satellite. If you have apps on your phone you can 'mirror' to it, which is what we did; it's not hard to set up, just be prepared. And the plumbing is no flushing of paper, so pretend you're on a holiday in the Mediterranean countries where that is standard, the weather might even oblige! We had some gorgeous days even at the end of September. Communication was great throughout.
    Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Christina B.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Family holiday in Connemara
    Great house and location for our family of four (2 teenage boys). The house is gorgeous, best rental we've ever stayed in. It has everything you'll need and is very comfortable. Beautiful beaches all along the nearby coastline. We swam every day, mostly at Calla beach, only 10 minute walk away. Our boys enjoyed using the bicycles to cycle to the shop in nearby Ballyconneely. Highly recommend Keoghs bar/restaurant in Ballyconneely where you will find great food, welcoming staff and a relaxed atmosphere. We fell in love with Connemara and will definitely be back xx ❤️
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    CJ S.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Amazing!
    We had such a lovely stay at Calla School, the house was so clean and stocked with everything we could possibly need. We fell in love with this house and Connemara. We have never felt so comfortable in a house rental, it felt like our home away from home. Thank you so much Gabrielle for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home.
    Stayed 31 nights in Feb 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Lisa R., Deux Montagnes, Quebec

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Excellent stay
    We were super comfortable staying here and could not be happier about the location - nearby great dog friendly beaches! Host was superb and attentive. I hope to stay here again!
    Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Philip H.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    A home away from home
    We have been to the old school house before in summer with the family and tried but failed a few other times to book it but missed out. This was our first winter visit. We will be back again.. this is less the formula holiday home that can be rented anywhere, and so mischievous more this is a home for holidays! There is a warmth and generosity to the place that relaxes and comforts you and all that in the most wonderful Connemara. The CD collection is all worth a listen! I will be booking my trip for next winter this week!
    Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Heather H., Toronto

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Absolutely gorgeous location on the Wild Atlantic Way
    We loved staying in this old school house. It had charm, character and was very cozy. Just the perfect spot on the west coast.
    Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Dean W.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    A slice of Irish heaven
    My wife and I can’t even begin to describe how beautiful the Calla house was or amazing the stunning vistas are that surround it. Hand and Gabi have opened their home for others to share and they have forgotten nothing. I had to use my survival skills to light the turf briquettes but once I figured it out, I could light an awesome fire in one match. Our stay was magical, mystical, and perfect. We will be back!!
    Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022