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Heart of Galway City on Wild Atlantic Way
| Sleeps | 6 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3 |
| Space | 2,750 sq. ft. |
| Property type | house |
| Minimum Stay | 3 nights |
Overview
Live in comfort in spacious luxurious city property.
Nile Lodge is one of the most exclusive private rental houses in the City of Galway.
Perfectly located in heart of Galway City, within five minute walk of famous Quay Street with lots of excellent restaurants and pubs with traditional Irish music. Just a few hundred yards from The Wild Atlantic Way with easy daytime trips to Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, Aran Islands and the Burren. This house stands on over an acre of mature, pretty landscaped gardens.
It is easy to reserve, just phone the owner Maire on ++353 871756832 or e mail her and she will arrange this for you personally.
Built in 1807 this is a landmark house which offers an unusually high standard of elegant and spacious accommodation in one of the most imposing and historic private residences in the City of Galway.
It offers luxurious self-catering accommodation for up to eight guests.
The house is remarkably quiet for a city house, it is warm and cozy, with open turf and log fires and excellent oil central heating.
There are great walks for all to enjoy, including the wonderful seaside promenade which offers a three mile run or jog on the shores of Galway Bay and is just down the road from the house.
Galway City with its famous horse racing events and arts and literary festivals is on your doorstep.
There is an abundance of excellent golf courses within an hours drive from the house.
The house is perfectly located for great day trips to view the beautiful Connemara, Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands.
There is plenty of game and coarse fishing in nearby Lough Corrib as well as day trips on the lake.
Please Note
There is a small private family doctor clinic, on the lower ground floor of Nile Lodge available by appointment during the day on weekends. You are very welcome to attend if become unwell. A hospital consultant referrals can be arranged for you privately if required.
This is a small private practice and the consultation rooms have a separate entrance and are completely cut off from the rental accommodation.
About Maire MacDermott
Nile Lodge has been part of the MacDermott family since 1942.
I took over the care of this historic house in 1995. I have a great interest of Irish history and culture I have enjoyed hugely looking after this beautiful house and grounds.
I am a family doctor and work part time doing that. It is something I have always enjoyed as I love meeting people.
I have taken a big interest in the history of this house . I was very fortunate to have had Dr Nick Slope, Chairman of the Nelson Society undertook a large part of this research into the Captain and Commander who owned this house.
I love walking the old streets of this city and looking at the medieval architecture. I also enjoy exploring the nearby counties and love finding special places away from the beaten track.
Maire MacDermott purchased this house in 1995
Why Maire MacDermott chose Galway City Area
This house is a place I have always loved. I am very happy in the location near to the sea and city center and have great neighbors and friends here. This house was owned and cared for by my husbands family before me and it was part of the social life in Galway going back to the 1940s. Before that I think that previous owners kept it to themselves.
What makes this house unique
Wonderful Location in one of most desirable parts of Galway city. Luxury spacious accommodation, over 2500 Sq feet of privacy.
Five minute walking distance to city center restaurants, night life and beach.
Located perfectly for sightseeing the major attractions of west of Ireland The Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, The Burren, Kylemore Abbey, The Aran Islands, Bunratty Castle, Ailwee Caves.
Guestbook comments from the owner
We had a wonderful tour of the rest of Ireland but none ever compared to our time with you at Nile Lodge. Thank you again for your hospitality. Thank you so much.
Map
Nile Lodge, from which the surrounding area takes its name, is one of the most prestigious private houses in Galway City. Standing on over an acre of private landscaped gardens, the house is located a five minute walk from Galway City Centre, with its pretty dockland marina, excellent restaurants and many pubs with traditional music. The house is within minutes of the seaside promenade with its spectacular views over Galway Bay and the sandy beaches of Salthill.
Amenities
Salthill House Accommodation and Amenities
- house
- villa
- Guests provide their own meals
- 2750 sq. ft.
- Check-in: 3:30 PM /
- Check-out: 12:30 PM
- Max. occupancy: 6
- Max. adults: 6
- Children welcome ...
- Parties/events not allowed
- Pets not allowed ...
- Non smoking only ...
- Beachfront ...
- Downtown ...
- Resort ...
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
- Broadband Access ...
- Clothes Dryer ...
- Fireplace ...
- Fitness Room / Equipment ...
- Garage ...
- Hair Dryer
- Heating ...
- Internet ...
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided ...
- Living Room ...
- Parking ...
- Parking Off Street ...
- Telephone ...
- Towels Provided ...
- Washing Machine ...
- Wireless Internet ...
- Wood Fireplace ...
- Catering Available ...
- Coffee Maker ...
- Cooking Utensils ...
- Dishes & Utensils ...
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave
- Oven ...
- Pantry Items ...
- Refrigerator ...
- Stove ...
- Toaster ...
- Child's Highchair
- Dining ...
- Dining Area
- seating for 12 people
- 3 Bathrooms
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Bathroom 1 -
toilet
,
combination tub/shower
Bathroom 2 - toilet , shower
Bathroom 3 - toilet , shower
- Three of the bedrooms are en-suite. The master bedroom has a tub with shower. The fourth bedroom has a shower room beside it.
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
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Bedroom 1 -
1 king
,
1 baby crib
Bedroom 2 - 1 king
Bedroom 3 - 2 twin/ single , Can also be configured as double
- There are 3 Bedrooms, two with working fireplaces, three with original sash windows and shutters. All bedrooms have private shower rooms, one with bath and overhead shower. Three of the bedrooms have views over the beautiful gardens.
- Books ...
- CD Player
- DVD Player ...
- Games
- Music Library ...
- Satellite / Cable ...
- Stereo
- Television ...
- Video Library ...
- Bicycles ...
- Boat ...
- Deck / Patio ...
- Golf ...
- Kayak / Canoe ...
- Lawn / Garden ...
- Outdoor Grill ...
- Tennis ...
- 1 bicycles
- 10 garden chairs
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- limited accessibility
- churches
- cinemas
- duty free shops
- festivals
- health/beauty spa
- library
- live theater
- marina
- museums
- playground
- recreation center
- restaurants
- ruins
- synagogues
- antiquing
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- boating
- eco tourism
- gambling casinos
- horseback riding
- miniature golf
- outlet shopping
- paddle boating
- photography
- scenic drives
- shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
- wildlife viewing
- ATM/bank
- Babysitter
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
- cycling
- deepsea fishing
- equestrian events
- fishing
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- golf privileges optional
- hiking
- kayaking
- mountain biking
- mountain climbing
- mountaineering
- paragliding
- parasailing
- pier fishing
- rock climbing
- roller blading
- sailing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- snorkeling
- snorkeling/diving
- sound/bay fishing
- surfing
- swimming
- tennis
- water skiing
- wind-surfing
Reviews
Exceptional!
5/5 -
(22 traveler reviews)
A fantastic and unique house, with an awesome host
We loved staying at Nile Lodge! We were a family - two couples and one child (2 yr old) - so it was more space than we needed, but we're so glad we got the opportunity to experience the place, and "experience" really is the right word. It's a historic property, originally built in the early 1800s, and the walls of the main hallway are lined with the wills of the family through the generations, passing the house down. There's beautiful antique furniture, glassware, and Irish dishware all over the house, but despite the history it still feels homey and welcoming. Bathrooms are updated, beds are comfortable, kitchen is spacious, there's a washer and dryer, lots of yard space, and beautiful fireplaces in every room. Maire, our host, was great - she had coffee, tea, and pastries waiting for us, milk, butter, and clotted cream in the fridge, and had one of the bedrooms and bathrooms all set up for our little one. She spent an hour, at least, telling us all about the history of the house and explaining how everything worked. We hope we can find an excuse to come back to Galway so we can stay here again! If you want new and modern, maybe this isn't the property for you, but if you're in the mood to try a rental you'll remember, I highly recommend Nile Lodge.
A Grand Galway Home
We just returned from a family visit to Galway, where we stayed at Nile Lodge. What a wonderful experience! Upon arrival, we were greeted warmly by Maire, who helped us get settled, provided maps and information about local sites, and even took the time to make dinner reservations for us at wonderful local restaurants. Maire has lovingly restored her beautiful home to provide luxurious and comfortable accommodations in the perfect setting. There are garden views from each bedroom window and the home is a brief walk to the center of Galway as well as close to the Salthill Promenade along Galway Bay.
The bedrooms were spacious and the beds were very comfortable with luxurious linens. The bathrooms were updated and fully equipped. Maire thoughtfully provided breakfast provisions and the kitchen has everything you need if interested in making meals.
After our activities each day, it was a special treat to return to Nile Lodge, gather round a roaring fire and unwind. There are also games, cards etc..provided for family fun.
Our only regret is we did not have more time to enjoy this beautiful home and all that Galway has to offer.
Thank you again, Maire, for your hospitality. We hope to return in the future and will recommend Nile Lodge to our family and friends.
Kathy
Nile Lodge is a once in a lifetime experience: lovely, comfortable, and in a perfect location!
Our stay in Galway was enhanced by staying at Nile Lodge. Our only regret was that our schedule was so full we were unable to simply sit and enjoy our environment. Set on an extraordinary property in the middle of Galway this home was welcoming, luxuriously comfortable, and convenient. Checking in and out was simple. The kitchen and laundry were highly functional and the home was spotless. My one piece of advice would be to stay an extra day in Galway so that you could enjoy this stop as a destination by itself! We walked everywhere, we wanted for nothing, and had ample space as a family of five. I feel confident asserting that this is your best option in Galway, no contest. We will be recommending it to all our friends traveling to Ireland.
Home away from home
Nile Lodge is not just renting a place to stay, it is a sharing of Maire's property, pride and hospitality. From personally greeting us to the groceries awaiting us to booking a dinner reservation for us in spite of our late arrival, Maire exceeded all of our expectations and even hopes. The home is lovely (like staying in a museum), and Maire's tips for things to do helped us enjoy ourselves even more.
Our group of six adults enjoyed the Lodge beyond our dreams. Thank you, Maire, for making us feel a part of your family for our stay.
A Beautiful, Historical Charming House
A Beautiful historical and charming house in the middle of Galway city. We were greeted with smiles and homemade granola from the owner. Great location, walking distance to the city and beach.
Beautiful, spacious house, excellent location, and wonderful host
Our extended family of 6 loved our stay at the Nile Lodge. This was a lovely house, in a great location from which you could walk (15-20 minutes) to town center and restaurants. The rooms are spacious and beautiful, and we enjoyed a fire in the fireplace of the family sitting room on one particularly rainy June evening. It was also a great base to explore locations in the surrounding area like Connemara - easy access to roads leading out of Galway. Maire was a wonderful host; she had stocked our fridge with breakfast provisions, and made the best granola for us to enjoy. Very warm and friendly, she had great recommendations on the area. This was our favorite place to stay during our Ireland trip. I highly recommend this house. Thank you, Maire, for making us feel so welcome and for making our stay special.
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Rates & Availability
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Additional information about rental rates
| Refundable damage deposit | $235.85 |
For bookings of over 1 week, special discounts are available.
Rates quoted are for up to 6 guests in the main house. If additional guests (up to 2) require accommodation this can be provided in the linked accommodation in the lower level (1 bedroom with kingsize bed with own private shower and toilet). ADDITIONAL RATE OF 100 EUROS PER NIGHT IS ADDED FOR EXTRA DOUBLE BEDROOM ACCOMMODATION.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.
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