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In the charming town of Clifden, Once Upon a Tide offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and preserved boglands. Unwind in one of two cozy sitting rooms with fires, or enjoy panoramic sea views from the conservatory. This spacious home features a fully fitted kitchen, 5 bedrooms including an elegant master suite with ensuite bathroom.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Once Upon a Tide has magnificent sea views

  • Set between the Atlantic Ocean, 12 Ben Mountains and preserved boglands, lies the town of Clifden on the Coast of Connemara. Once Upon a Tide has magnificent sea views and is only 3 km from Clifden the Capital of Connemara.



    There is a large open plan living area perfect for entertaining offering a fully fitted kitchen, dining & conservatory area, two separate sitting rooms with fires and 5 very spacious bedrooms.



    Fully fitted kitchen, with island, electronic oven and hob, dishwasher, integrated microwave, fridge-freezer and coffee machine. Tile flooring leads into the dining area with seating for 8-10 guests, and a large window with panoramic sea views.



    Conservatory with panoramic views over the bay.



    Elegant, very cosy sitting room with large picture windows with sea views, comfy sofas and gas fire.



    Second cosy sitting room with 2 x couches, TV and large picture windows again with stunning sea views overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.



    Separate utility room equipped with washing machine and dryer.



    Additional WC



    2 large double bedrooms downstairs, wooden flooring and finishings – 1 ensuite



    Family bathroom with bath and separate shower



    Stairs leading to the First Floor:



    Large master bedroom and ensuite bathroom (bath with separate shower unit).



    Further double bedroom with ensuite shower room, Velux window



    Twin room with 2 Velux windows.



    Wooden shed for bin storage



    Tarmac and a Pebbled driveway surround the house. Ample parking spaces



    Free wifi, and travel cot provided.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,002 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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 16:00-00:00

Pets

Pets 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

About the area

Clifden is home to this chalet. Station House Museum and Connemara Heritage & History Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Clifden Castle and Alcock and Brown Memorial. Visit our Clifden travel guide
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Clifden, Connemara Co Galway

What's nearby

  • Sky Road
    5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Connemara Heritage & History Centre
    5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Clifden Castle
    5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Station House Museum
    5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • beach near Kingstown Bay
    7 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Shannon (SNN)
    154 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mannion's Bar
    5 min drive
  • Guy's Bar & Snug
    4 min drive
  • E.J. Kings
    5 min drive
  • Station House Pub
    5 min drive
  • Off The Square Restaurant
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Once Upon a Tide has magnificent sea views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Once Upon a Tide has magnificent sea views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Once Upon a Tide has magnificent sea views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Once Upon a Tide has magnificent sea views located?

Situated in Clifden, this chalet is within 3 miles (5 km) of Clifden Castle, Station House Museum and Sky Road. Connemara Heritage & History Centre is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

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Once Upon a Tide has magnificent sea views Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

A perfect home to travel the west

The views were so incredible in all of the front rooms. The location was perfect for our adventures on the west coast of Ireland. I also LOVED the guide that was sent as it had ideas and suggestions I hadn’t considered. I honestly can’t think of anything. It was such a wonderful stay for our adult family!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

80th in Ireland

Magnificent. Wonderful property with views to die for. Equipped with everything you could want or need. Clean and comfortable within easy reach of Clifden by car. We have been friends for 54 years and have been to Ireland previously for breaks together but this surpasses them all
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was large and ideally located. We enjoyed the magnificent views from every window. It was handsomely furnished.Had some issues with availability of hot water.Property manager responded and had plumber work on the problem. However the supply continued to be intermittent.The lighting switches and filtered water were oddly placed.I would stay there again and definitely recommend this home as a great vacation place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gary

The Irish Cottage you've always dreamed of

If you've always wanted to stay in an Irish Cottage on a cliff above the sea but still wanted modern amenities, One Upon A Tide is the place for you! A stone house with incredible views of the Atlantic and the bay, it boasts five bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, three sitting rooms and a modern kitchen. Though you live in luxury, sitting on the porch or sitting rooms, you can imagine what the area was like centuries ago. We even had a wandering sheep and a pheasant come to call. The only regret I have about booking Once Upon A Tide is that we couldn't stay longer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Irish Cottage with modern amenities

Have you ever wanted to stay in an Irish Cottage on the Cliffs above the sea, but were afraid you'd not have modern amenities? Once Upon A Time is the place for you! Located right off Sky Road with sweeping views of the bay and Atlantic, this stone house has five bedrooms, four and a half baths, modern kitchen and three sitting rooms. It is so comfortable you will be happy to sit and enjoy the view rain or shine. Less than 15 minutes to the town of Clifden with its format restaurants, grocery stores, spa and shops. Klyemore Abbey, Killary Sheep Farm and Connemara National Park are less than an hour away. We had a party of six and were very comfortable. Highly recommend this home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Heavenly House

This is one of the nicest houses. It’s a piece of heaven. No matter if the sun is shining or it rains. The view is glorious and every room has a view. My family come over from America and my two grandchildren just can’t wait to see the house again. Leaving they run around and say goodbye and tell the house not to miss them u til next year. The house is so so clean and the house keepers need special praise and thanks. If you could not enjoy this home and location then I feel very sorry for you. Thanks again for allowing us to spend time in this special house and place. We will be back.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Family Review

The Seascape house is absolutely lovely, fantastic location great amenities excellent accommodation, lovely views and fantastic facilities, well stocked kitchen supplies for cooking.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Once Upon a Tide

Large well-equipped and furnished house with spectacular views. Clifden is good choice of a base for exploring the west coast
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Tim S.

June 2022

What a wonderful stay we had at Once Upon A tide. My wife and our children with their spouses and children had plenty of room. The house was very comfortable with location to Clifden Village and the views overlooking the Atlantic Ocean were perfect.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Carol B.

Beautiful views & comfy beds

A great house,lots of room for a large group.The views are out of this world and change by the hour.Great having 3 living rooms.Beds are so comfortable.Well stocked kitchen,plenty of crockery.lots of hot water.Almost an hour walk on a narrow busy road to Clifden so car required.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Almost there

Great location Nice house. Difficulty communicating with manager/housekeeping. Fans needed in upper bedrooms that have no ventilation. Great views. Need instructions for using stove/ heating. One shower would not operate until property manager came 4 days later to give directions. Lots of pots/ pans /silverware.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Luxury + Views + Value!

This was the perfect "base camp" for our 7-day journey around the Wild Atlantic Way. The south views over Clifden Bay speak for themselves. The house was very well-appointed (although a couple more bath towels would have been nice; we got one per person). We saved thousands by not getting 4 hotel rooms and used the kitchen to cook meals for 8 a LOT. We would have preferred to have someone accompany us at check-in to learn about the nuances of the house (heating system, laundry, etc.), but good communication from the property managers helped in that regard. I can't wait to get back to the Clifden area again, and this property will be tops on my list!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Ciaran M.

Lovely location, unsuitable house

The house is in a lovely location but is overly priced, not good value for the money we paid and, in our view, not adequately provisioned for the number it holds.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

More than just amazing views.

This property ticks all the boxes as an ideal base for a family holiday in Connemara. Lots of space, comfortable beds, good fit out, responsive property manager and support staff to resolve any unforeseen issues.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Klaus M.

Perfect!

The setting of the house is breathtaking! It was absolute clean and the wifi worked within the whole house! And we were so pleased of the two ladies from Connemara Holiday Lettings, who welcomed us and gave us so useful hints. We hope to return to „ Once upon a tide“ soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Caroline holmes H.

The best of the wild Atlantic way

I rented this house to share with a couple of ladies . We had a mini yoga retreat. This house will leave you speechless. Beyond gorgeous. Million dollar views. Bed linen spotless and crisp. I have rented many houses. This one gets the 100 percent pass. Not a speck of dust under the beds. We loved it . Samantha and Yvonne the sgen6s are a pleasure to deal with. Great advice and information. We most certainly will be back to once upon a tide. Yvonne thank you for recommending a home away from home. It was a great weekend. Caroline Holmes
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Beautiful Stay!!

The scenery was amazing and the house was super nice! We stayed with 9 adults and everyone had room in a bed and plenty of bathroom space. Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Thank You

We enjoyed a super time at Seascape. The property is stunning with views to die for. Its close to Clifden but you have a great sense of being in the country - next stop America! Everything about the house was of a very high standard and all of the bedrooms we extremely comfortable. Thanks again. Philip.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Family Home

Excellent internet , great kitchen and lovely views this place is spectacular. Really pleasant for children and good location to get into Clifden. Amenities are done really well and great to have a drier and washing machine. Would definitely recommend this for a family or group for a holiday.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Seascape Holiday House

I loved the property! You can't beat the stunning views. It was private, clean and very comfortable. Our hosts couldn't have been nicer. i would definitely recommend this home!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Pascale S.

A fantastic house with the most amazing views.

We were so lucky to stay in this amazing house: Seascape is furnished to a high end, from the comfy sofas throughoutt to the whole house, the super well equipped kitchen with all mod cons, to the generous supply of high quality bed linen and towel's. This house is a amazing! The dyer needs to be updated as it took over 2 hrs to get clothes and towel's dry on a small load but all we had a fabulous time staying there. The house is so big we didn't even use most of the rooms! Only to be recommended!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jens K.

Liked: Check-in, location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025