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Cottage on Lough Ree / River Shannon in the heart of Ireland

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Beach
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Cottage on Lough Ree / River Shannon in the heart of Ireland

Welcome to the Barley Harbor Lodge.

We are a Swiss couple and have been living in Newtowncashel on Lough Ree for several years.

With the Barley Harbor Lodge we offer you the opportunity to get to know this pristine area in the heart of Ireland. There is a lot to discover. Here the pub is still heated with locally cut peat in the open fireplace and the locals are always open for a chat over a pint of Guinness or a glass of Irish whiskey.

The house is in a very quiet location and is a 3-minute walk from the picturesque Barley Harbor on Lough Ree. Fishing, walking, cycling (signposted paths off the main road), golfing or just relaxing in the 2500 m2 garden around the house is possible.
The lodge was built in 2003 in a typical Irish style with a stone facade and has high-quality furnishings.
In the evening they enjoy the cozy warmth of the blazing fire in the fireplace. Comfortably read a book or watch a movie on the 32 inch flat screen TV. In addition to the Irish channels, you can also receive Swiss SF1, SF2 etc. as well as German channels such as ARD, ZDF, Pro7, RTL, VOX, Sat1 and many more.
The house is also heated with central heating.
All 3 bedrooms have double beds. There are two bathrooms available. The kitchen is fully equipped with a fridge and freezer, dishwasher, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, filter coffee machine, ceramic hob / oven and washing machine. From the large oak dining table for 6 people you have a direct view of the well-tended garden.

Due to its central location in the heart of Ireland, day trips to almost all of Ireland's famous sights are possible. Be it the Cliffs of Moher, a stroll through Galway, a drive through the charming landscape of Connemara National Park. Even an excursion to the famous Giants Causeway is possible. In an hour you can reach various beaches on the Atlantic Ocean.
We have known Ireland for over 30 years and are happy to share our insider tips for excursions and sights with you.

Dublin Airport is only 90 minutes away.

Of course, the region is also very well known among anglers. For example, the World Championships in pike fishing take place on Lough Ree every spring. Nowhere is the chance for a meter of pike as great as here. In addition, the Lough Ree is no longer an insider tip for wild trout / brown trouts even among Irish. The May Flies hatch attracts anglers from all over the world to Lough Ree every year in May and June to experience the unique spectacle and the chance of a major brown trout. Of course, the Egli / Perch anglers are not neglected here either. This predatory fish is almost not fished by the Irish and the stocks in the lake or the tributaries are accordingly large.
If you want to experience something different, you should take a trip on a fishing charter boat for deep-sea fishing on the Atlantic. We have contacts to skippers in Westport and Clew Bay and are happy to help with the reservation.

Internet, bed linen, bath towels, electricity, oil heating and final cleaning are included in the price.

We are at your disposal for questions and further information.

Property manager

Eva und Fredy Bischof

Languages

English, French, German

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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 required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Cottage Lough Ree River Shannon Heart Ireland Newtowncashel
Cottage Lough Ree River Shannon Heart Ireland
Cottage Lough Ree River Shannon Heart Ireland Newtowncashel
Cottage Lough Ree River Shannon Heart Ireland
Cottage Lough Ree River Shannon Heart Ireland House

About the neighborhood

Map
Newtowncashel, Longford (county)

What's nearby

  • Glasson Golf & Country Club - 34 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Athlone Towncentre - 37 min drive - 36.4 km
  • Athlone Castle - 38 min drive - 37.2 km
  • Athlone Golf Club - 44 min drive - 45.4 km
  • Lough Ree - 46 min drive - 46.1 km

Getting around

  • Longford Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Local - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Murray's Bar - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Coffeys Bar - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪The Widow Pats - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Portlick Inn - ‬35 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on Lough Ree / River Shannon in the heart of Ireland pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottage on Lough Ree / River Shannon in the heart of Ireland?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on Lough Ree / River Shannon in the heart of Ireland?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage on Lough Ree / River Shannon in the heart of Ireland located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre and within 20 mi (32 km) of Backstage Theatre and Derrycanan Bog Natural Heritage Area. La Téne Stone and Roscommon County Museum are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Cottage on Lough Ree / River Shannon in the heart of Ireland Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and remote
Just as described, fantastic location near to the lough
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail S., Downingtown PA USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday stay
It was a wonderful holiday. My family and I had a wonderful time. The house is well off the beaten path and nice and quiet. Owner was wonderful. Worked with our check in timing.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ireland Vacation
Absolutely beautiful property tucked away from everything, yet it’s within a 30 minute drive from what one may need regarding grocery stores, restaurants, etc. It was also cozy and a central location which was great for us. Eva was always available for any questions we had. Great experience overall!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Dirk E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing in Ireland
In a very quiet and relaxing environment we stayed in Newtowncashel. We made trips from there to different sides of Ireland, like Dublin, Cliffs of Mohar and Galway. Within a two hours drive a lot of sightseeing can be done (although for Europeans is driving on the other side of the road challenging). The owner was very friendly and helpful which made our stay stay very pleasant.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edna G., FARMINGTON

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Picturesque
Out in the country away from the noise and busyness lies a piece of heaven. A beautiful house with all the amenities one might desire, comfortable beds, a cozy living room with a fireplace, and the stars are all alight from the back patio. We could not have chosen a better place to stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All the amenities
Well stocked for folks who cook on vacation! It’s me, I’m those folks, lol. We wanted for nothing & Eva was always a text away.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Yvon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Summer holidays
Even if the weather was not very fine, we enjoied visit the county and appreciate the quiet area. For us, this place was a little bit too isolated and far away from the pubs and accomodations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Country Property
Eva was very hospitable and kept in touch to make sure we enjoyed our stay and we were comfortable. We asked to stay an extra night and she was very accommodating. The property is about 15 minutes from the nearest town but it is very nice and quiet. A good escape to enjoy the Irish country side. We highly recommend this property for anyone looking to avoid the city.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolle ruhige Lage des Hauses
Wer Ruhe und Abgeschiedenheit sucht in einer typisch irischen Umgebung ist hier genau richtig. Das Haus lässt keine Wünsche offen !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Alles gut
Sehr schön
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verena T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alles super gelaufen
Es war wunderschön und sehr ruhig gewesen
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schönen Urlaub gehabt
Uns hat es sehr gut gefallen man hatte absolute Ruhe . Im Haus war alles was man benötigte. Vielen lieben Dank an Familie Bischoff
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

olaf n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ruhe und Erholung pur
Ein idealer Ort in den Midlands, im Herzen Irlands. Nicht weit zur Atlantikküste, Ausflüge nach Sligo oder Galway, von dort eine Fahrt entlang des Wild Atlantic Ways nach Clifdon bieten sich an. Aber auch nach Dublin ist es nicht weit, bietet sich ebenfalls für einen Tagesausflug an. In der Näheren Umgebung gibt es einige schöne Schlösser und Parks zu besichtigen. Wir hatten einen erholsamen Urlaub in einem schön gelegenen Cottage, etwas außerhalb des nächst gelegenen Dorfes. Das Haus ist liebevoll eingerichtet, bietet viel Platz, so dass wir uns auch an den Ruhetagen, an denen wir nicht unterwegs waren, wohl gefühlt haben. Der Kontakt zu Eva als Vermieterin war immer herzlich unkompliziert.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr schönes und ruhig gelegenes Haus
Das schöne und ruhig gelegene Haus war sehr gut ausgestattet. Es hatte alles, was wir brauchten. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Die Gastgeber waren sehr nett und freundlich und immer erreichbar.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thibault M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super séjour!
La maison était super, la propriétaire était ponctuellement et nous a même rendu service. Je recommande cet établissement.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Havre de paix
Nous avons été chaleureusement accueillis par Eva. Le gîte était conforme au descriptif, endroit agréable, tout à disposition. Bien placé pour visiter Dublin, le Connemara, tourbières, musée de la famine, Athlone.. pour la pêche. Eva est attentive au bien-être de ses hôtes.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martina v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolles Cottage in wunderschöner Landschaft
Eins von den wenigen Objekten, die den Bildern auf der Website auch wirklich gerecht werden. Es ist an alle Dinge des täglichen Bedarfs gedacht. Eva ist eine sehr nette und hilfsbereite Vermieterin. Leider haben wir sie nicht persönlich kennengelernt. Aber ihr Sohn war immer gleich zur Stelle, wenn es Fragen gab und hat sich sehr nett um uns gekümmert. Die Lage des Cottage ist ideal für Ruhesuchende, die gerne mal abschalten wollen. Aber es gibt auch einiges zu sehen und zu tun in der näheren Umgebung. Von uns eine klare Empfehlung!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ruhig gelegenes, tolles Ferienhaus
Wir waren als Familie für 11 Tage bei Familie Bischof bei sehr schönem Wetter zu Gast. Das Ferienhaus ist sehr schön gelegen und komplett ausgestattet. Wir fühlten uns sehr gut aufgehoben und denken sehr gerne an unseren Urlaub zurück. Vielen Dank dafür!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home & location
We needed a place at the last minute and we're happily pleased to get this one. It was beautiful inside and out, completely equipped with everything we needed and it made us feel completely at home. A wonderful fireplace added to the cozy feel and the quietness of the land around us made us totally relax. Eva, our hostess, was so kind to get us in last minute and then showed us all that it had (including a luxury coffee maker) and how everything worked. We would love to stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Birgit Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wundervolles Ferienhaus
Wir haben uns während der 14 Tage im Ferienhaus sehr wohl gefühlt. Wie zuhause. Es hat an nichts gefehlt, Waschmaschine mit integriertem Trockner, Kaffeeautomat, Fernseher, Kamin (haben wir bei dem guten Wetter nicht gebraucht) und alles was an Küchenausstattung gebraucht wird. Die Betten sind sehr gemütlich und die Gardinen reichten als Verdunklung aus. WLAN wurde gut genutzt, wie auch die Gartenmöbel. Das Haus liegt sehr ruhig und ohne Mietwagen wären wir aufgeschmissen gewesen. So konnten wir viel anschauen: Galway, Dublin, Cliffs of Moher, Tullynally Castle ... Es war ein entspannter Urlaub auf der grünen Insel und nur einem Tag mit ein bisschen Regen. Danke an Eva und Fredy für diese gemütliche Urlaubsunterkunft!
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr schöne Wohnatmosphäre und abgeschieden
Die Vermieter sind sehr herzlich und haben sich toll gekümmert, das Haus ist mit Geschmack eingerichtet. Aussen gibt es eine grosse grüne Wiese. Speziell für unsere jungen Leute war die Internetanbindung toll. Das Haus liegt abgeschieden und sehr ruhig, zum See sind es 10 min Gehzeit. Insgesamt eine Empfehlung.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jochen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
1a Ferienhaus
tolle Ausstattung, sehr ruhige Lage, nette Vermieter
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ilona R., Berlin, Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alles super!
Sehr schöne Unterkunft, mit allem, was das Urlauberherz begehrt. Insbesondere Küche und Kamin haben uns begeistert. Sehr nette Vermieterin und unkomplizierter Kontakt.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Familienurlaub im Herzen Irland‘s
Wir hatten einen wirklich schönen Aufenthalt in der Barley Harbour Lodge. Es hat uns an Nichts gefehlt. Ein bisschen mehr Sonnenschein hätte nicht geschadet ;-) Wer gern mit dem Auto auch mal längere Strecken fährt, kann von hier aus viele Ausflugsziele erreichen. Ohne Auto ist es aber nicht der geeignete Ort. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten befinden sich in ca. 20 min Fahrtzeit entfernt.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Damian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly wonderful place to stay!
It will be hard to summarize all the great things about this property, but I'm going to try: - We met both Eva and Rico, Eva's son, and they were both extremely kind and helpful. They provided plenty of tips and information about the cottage, exploring Ireland, and even the Dublin airport process when we were heading out. They were also very responsive over the app. - The cottage had all the amenities you could hope for, and is in a beautiful, serene location. There is a fireplace with both wood and peat to burn, which made for some lovely evenings. - There was a basket full of brochures about various sites to visit in Ireland, which we made good use of! The cottage is right near the center of Ireland so pretty much everything can be a day trip. -The cottage had three separate bedrooms, one of which had an ensuite bathroom separate from the main hall bathroom -The inclusion of a washing machine and dishwasher made a long-term stay very welcoming Overall this was a fantastic property with very responsive hosts. It was spacious, cozy, and felt like a home away from home. We loved our time here and you will too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022