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Ballyconneely · County Galway
Come west.
Stay awhile.
Three welcoming places to stay close to the Atlantic shore in beautiful Ballyconneely.
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Availability & prices
September 2026
AvailableBookedClosedHaven & Surf Hut: 2 nights · Cottage: 7 nights
Beachcomber Haven
€150 per day
2-night minimum
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Surf Hut at Beachcomber
€130 per day
2-night minimum
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Your Connemara home
Three cottages.
One unforgettable coast.
Set in Ballyconneely, where quiet roads meet wide Atlantic beaches, Beachcomber Cottages are made for proper time away.
Spend your week surfing, golfing, walking and exploring—or simply slow down and let the landscape do the rest.
01
The family favourite
Beachcomber Cottage
3 bedrooms · sleeps 6 · all on one level
A warm, spacious cottage with two bathrooms and a private rear patio, close to Ballyconneely village, the golf links and Atlantic beaches.
02
The one-bedroom retreat
Beachcomber Haven
1 bedroom · a private cottage for two
The warmth and comfort of Beachcomber Cottage in a one-bedroom arrangement—an easy, peaceful base for a couple exploring Ballyconneely and Connemara.
03
The quiet escape
Surf Hut at Beachcomber
1 bedroom · perfect for one or two
A cosy coastal hideaway with its own private sun-trap patio—ideal for slow mornings, surf days and a peaceful Connemara week.
A closer look
Made for easy
days and cosy nights.
Real photographs from our cottages—comfortable, practical spaces with private outdoor areas and everything you need for a week in Connemara.
Out here, every day is different
Wild when you want it.
Quiet when you need it.
From dawn walks on the sand to a table by the fire, the best of Connemara is all around you.
Explore the areaBeaches & surfing
Golf nearby
Connemara National Park
Coastal cycling
Hill walking
Connemara pony riding
Sea & lake fishing
Pubs & restaurants
Local shops
Everything within reach
Let Connemara
unfold around you.
Beachcomber is your starting point. Select a numbered destination on the circles to jump straight to its matching idea below.
Hover or tap to pause · select an ideaBeachcomberYour Connemara base
Ballyconneely
A gentle local day
Visit the village church, stay for lunch at Keogh’s and look out for traditional music, community events and festivals during your stay.
Open mapGolf Links
Golf by the Atlantic
Book a round at Connemara Golf Links and play one of Ireland’s great links courses, with the Atlantic beside you and the Twelve Bens beyond.
Visit websiteSmokehouse
Taste the Atlantic
Call into Connemara Smokehouse at Bunowen Pier for traditionally smoked seafood, or book ahead for a seasonal tasting or tour.
Visit websiteMarconi Walk
Two world-changing stories
Take the easy 5 km Derrigimlagh loop through the site of Marconi’s transatlantic wireless station and the place where Alcock and Brown completed the first non-stop transatlantic flight.
Visit websiteNational Park
Climb Diamond Hill
Choose a Diamond Hill trail in Connemara National Park, then reward yourself with chowder in Veldon’s or a relaxed drink in Molly’s Bar in Letterfrack.
Visit websiteInishbofin
An island day
Catch the ferry from Cleggan and explore Inishbofin’s Cromwell’s Barracks, cliff walks, quiet roads and beautiful sandy beaches.
Visit websiteRoundstone
Pier, pint and beaches
Stroll down to Roundstone Pier, enjoy a pint overlooking the harbour and continue to the sweeping white sands of Gurteen and Dog’s Bay.
Visit websiteClifden
The capital of Connemara
Drive the Sky Road, then enjoy Clifden’s music, restaurants, independent shops and galleries in a compact town centre that is wonderfully easy to explore.
Visit websiteKylemore Abbey
A classic Connemara day
Tour the abbey and Victorian walled garden, walk the woodland trails and leave time for tea before the scenic drive home.
Visit websiteAtlantic Beaches
Follow the weather
Choose Mannin Bay for clear, calm water, Dunloughan for surf, or Gurteen and Dog’s Bay for a memorable beach walk.
Visit websiteA welcome that feels local
Your host,
Jennifer.
Jennifer lives nearby in Ballyconneely and loves sharing the places that make Connemara special—from the best beaches for the day’s weather to favourite walks, cafés and quiet corners.
With excellent Wi-Fi, private parking and help close at hand, you can settle in from the moment you arrive.
Ask Jennifer about your stayFrom the guestbook
People remember
how a place feels.
“The accommodation is really cosy and in a perfect location for sightseeing around Connemara. A small gem hidden in the heart of Connemara.”
“Amazing place and I was welcomed like a family member. Jennifer gave me all the local information that brought me to stunning scenery.”
“Beautiful location and amazing beaches. We got great advice on places to visit—the Marconi Station walk has stunning views.”
ATLANTIC OCEAN
ClifdenA few miles northMannin Bay beachesWhite sand & clear waterKeogh’s BarBallyconneely villageBeachcomber CottagesH71 XD72Guinness BeachJust behind usBunowen PierHarbour & coastal viewsConnemara Golf LinksAtlantic links courseGolf Club beachSand beside the linksTap a place to open directions
At the heart of the west
Close to everything.
Away from it all.
Beachcomber Cottages is at H71 XD72, between Ballyconneely village and Connemara Golf Links—with Bunowen Pier and a remarkable choice of Atlantic beaches all close by.
- On your doorstepGuinness Beach & Keogh’s Bar
- Along the coastMannin Bay, Bunowen Pier & the links
- A few miles northClifden town
Your week in Connemara starts here
Find your place
by the Atlantic.
Book your stay Weekly stays · minimum 7 nights