Cosy mountain barn conversion surrounded by lakes, forests and coastline | House in Oughterard

9.0 (17 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  3 Guests
Inverin House | Cosy mountain barn conversion surrounded by lakes, forests and coastline

1 Bedroom House in Inverin, Oughterard

This peaceful and tranquil place nestled high up in the Connemara mountains is a perfect 'get away from it all' retreat. The barn is 8 miles up the mountain along a narrow and winding mountain road with spectacular views.

Snuggle into this beautiful and remote landscape in comfort with an open fire and a hot stew. This cosy barn is ideal for a couple wanting a few days of quiet time in the mountains.

The main cottage (also listed here) is also available if you need more space for a larger family or small group holiday.

The area is great for a walking or cycling break but also a the perfect base to explore the wonders of Connemara by car. A place to relax, to breathe fresh mountain air, and warm up by the fire after a day out.

The barn is situated on the very top of the mountain on the edge of a forest and is surrounded by a landscape of natural beauty. The picturesque village of Oughterard is on the bank of Loch Corrib and is eight miles in one direction and access to the Irish speaking coastal Aran Islands are ten miles in the other. The city of Galway is a mere forty five minute drive away but the place feels like it is out on the edge of the world.

The converted cattle-barn is situated on the grounds of the main turf-cutters cottage opposite (this is also listed here for rent).

The barn is an open plan conversion which has its own double height living space with wood stove, kitchenette and staircase leading to a cosy bed platform that sleeps two.

The small print...

Please bring what you need with you in terms of food and drink, and plan to shop when out for the day. The nearest shops are 8 miles down a winding single-lane mountain road.

There is no TV but a good internet service.

Water supply is direct from the mountain stream and filtered through the natural wild peat bog and has a brown tint like the local lakes and streams. It is beautifully soft to shower in. Locals tend to boil the water for tea and coffee and use bottled water for drinking. Please bring 5 litres of bottled drinking water with you when you come.

We can have the fire lit for you on arrival. Solid fuel for the fires is supplied.

Cooking is by bottled gas and will sometimes need replacing. Water filters also need attention from time to time. The neighbours Martina and Jack are available to help if you run into any problems.

I am delighted to welcome you all to this magical space where you can, if you wish, forget the troubles of the world outside for the duration of your stay.

Cosy mountain barn conversion surrounded by lakes, forests and coastline is located in Inverin. Cosy mountain barn conversion surrounded by lakes, forests and coastline provides accommodation, featuring Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, Internet, among other amenities. This House features Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, Internet, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Cosy mountain barn conversion surrounded by lakes, forests and coastline has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 3 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have rated it 2, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Inverin has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Inverin, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • 1 bathroom
  • Toilet paper
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 1 bedroom
  • Wood stove
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
General
  • Spanish
  • In the mountains
Internet
  • WiFi available
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Catherine R.
Jul 4, 2025 02:22:33 AM
Review Score:   8
Summary: The location is beautiful, nestled in peaceful natural surroundings that offer a real sense of escape. The area is quiet, and the setting has a lot of charm and potential for a relaxing stay.That said, our experience didn’t quite meet expectations. The place was a little bit dusty, with some cobwebs and an special smell, which made it a little bit hard to feel at ease during our time there.We were aware that drinking water needed to be brought in, but we didn't think it would have impact on something else. When we used it to wash our clothes, a unpleasant odor came from the laundry, which was surprising and uncomfortable. We had to wash it again later on our trip. With some attention to cleaning and clearer information about the amenities, this spot could truly offer a lovely off-the-grid experience for future guests.
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