Sandy Heels Holiday Cottage

Galway, Roundstone

Bridies Holiday Cottage is a pretty seaside holiday accommodation located on an elevated site with spectacular sea views on Inishnee Peninsula near Roundstone in County Galway. This ideally placed self-catering holiday cottage sleeping 5 offers wonderful views of Betraghboy Bay and the Twelve Pins Mountain range in Connemara. From Bridies Holiday Cottage you are 6.5km from the pretty fishing village of Roundstone which has everything you will need for a very enjoyable and memorable self-catering holiday. Located on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way this pretty coastal holiday cottage was featured on the TV series ‘Monty Halls Great Irish Escape’ in 2011.

Bridies Holiday Cottage Roundstone Description – Sleeps 5

This seaside holiday cottage on the Inishnee Peninsula is bright and packed with character. This seaside holiday cottage has 2-bedrooms sleeping 5 guests comfortably: Property layout – Ground floor: - Country Style kitchen - Open plan living room with cosy open fire and wonderful views from the Ocean. - Dining area - Bedroom 1: double sleeping 2 - Family bathroom with separate shower cubicle, hand basin & toilet. Property layout – First floor: - Bedroom 2: double sleeping 2 - Bedroom 3: single sleeping 1 The first-floor bedroom is an open attic area with the double and single situated across from each other in one open space. Towels are provided within the home.

Local area & Tourist Attractions

From this holiday cottage with magnificent sea views, you will be surrounded by splendid scenery and an array of popular walks to explore. The trails and mountains surrounding this holiday cottage make it a perfect base for a walking or cycling holiday in Galway. Things to do in the local area: - Roundstone local shops, restaurants & pubs, - Inishnee Island - Beaches of Gurteen & Dog’s Bay - Walking - Inishnee Loop Walk - Arts Festival in September - Clifden Traditional Music Festival - Connemara National Park - Kylemore Abbey - Connemara Poney Show held every year on the third Thursday of August

IMPORTANT NOTES

1. Heating and Electricity: This is an extra charge which is mostly payable to the Property Manager/Owner. In some cases, energy is charged at a fixed daily rate or a rate per unit on the units consumed or you are required to top up a Pre-Paid Meter while in others, energy charges are included in the rate you have paid. We advise you to check with the local Owner/ Property Manager prior to arrival how this is calculated or prior to making the booking. 2. Security Deposit: A minimum refundable security deposit of €200 (per property) must be paid prior to check-in to your holiday home to the local Property Manager/ Owner. This is either taken over the phone by pre-authorising your credit card when you call the Property Manager to arrange your arrival time 48 hours in advance of arrival or at others it is taken on arrival by cash. In some locations and at certain times of year this can increase to €500 per property. 3. Recycling Charges: Please note there is a separate recycling charge payable to the On-site Manager before departure. 4. Internet access: Unfortunately, there is no Internet access within the property.

Enjoy breath-taking views from Dogs Bay Holiday Cottage, this seaside holiday accommodation is situated in an elevated position overlooking Galway’s Wild Atlantic Way. Dogs Bay Holiday Cottage is an ideal base for a pet-friendly holiday in Ireland. You and your beloved dog will be spoilt for choice with the many coastal and countryside walks available right from your doorstep.

Dogs Bay Holiday Cottage - Sleeps 6

Dogs Bay Holiday Cottage is a bright and spacious holiday accommodation with beautiful views of Errisberg Hill and the surrounding Connemara countryside. The fitted kitchen is fully equipped with all that you need for a comfortable self-catering holiday in Ireland. The bright living room offers comfortable furnishings, open fire, a large flat screen smart TV, and a dining table that can seat six guests. This seaside holiday home has 3 bedrooms and sleeps 6 guests comfortably: - King-size bed, sleeping 2 - Twin bedroom, sleeping 2 - Twin bedroom, sleeping 2 The bathroom has a shower cubicle, WC and basin. Dogs Bay Holiday Cottage is oil heated throughout and has WIFI available. Bed linen and towels are provided. Utilities are included in the rental price. Smoking is not allowed in the holiday home.

Local Area & Roundstone Village

Dogs Bay Holiday Cottage is the ideal location for families, couples and friends who are looking for a quiet getaway in a spectacular seaside location. This is an extremely popular holiday destination at any time of the year and the local beaches at Dogs Bay and Gurteen Strand are known worldwide. These magnificent beaches are a mere 2-minute drive from this coastal holiday cottage. The cottage is an ideal location for exploring all that the Connemara region has to offer. The pretty village of Roundstone which lies at the foot of Errisberg Hill is just a 5-minute drive from Dogs Bay Holiday Cottage. Roundstone village provides a selection of eateries, interesting shops which will supply you with everything you need for your self-catering holiday in Connemara. There are a number of popular festivals that take place in Roundstone village in the summer months such as Roundstone Connemara Pony, Cattle, Sheep & Dog Show. Roundstone Regatta is always a fun event, which takes place every July. And every Wednesday throughout July and August Roundstone Irish Nights is held in the local community centre. This is an evening of Irish entertainment which can be enjoyed by all ages. Other local activities include fishing, hill walking, pony trekking, golf, boating and much more.

Things to see and do in Connemara

The popular tourist town of Clifden is located 30km away from this unique holiday cottage. This vibrant market town is packed with a selection of restaurants, cosy cafes, lively trad bars and craft shops. There are a number of popular festivals throughout the year in Clifden, including the famous Connemara Pony Festival in August and the Arts Festival in September. Kylemore Abbey and Connemara National Park are top tourist attractions in Connemara and well worth a visit on your next self-catering holiday in County Galway. The bustling city of Galway is an hour and a half drive from Dogs Bay Holiday Cottage, making it a must see during your stay. There is an abundance of cafes, boutiques and art galleries which line the winding lanes of the Latin Quarter, which retains portions of the medieval city walls. Galway is full of traditional pubs that often offer live Irish folk music. The city is full of attractions and history making it a must see on your visit to Connemara. Connemara is a favourite holiday destination and an ideal holiday destination any time of the year, perfect for a family holiday or a getaway with friends.

Pet Friendly Holiday Home in Galway

Dogs Bay Holiday Cottage is a pet-friendly holiday home. This property will accept a maximum of 1 dog. Please reserve at the time of booking via our call centre +353 (0)1 201 8440, as your pet will not be accepted without prior confirmation. Pets are not permitted in the bedrooms, on carpeted areas or on the furniture. Pets must not be left in the property unsupervised and must be exercised off premises. Where the number of pets is exceeded, or additional cleaning is required due to pets being on furniture, carpets or beds, the charge for the additional cleaning will be made against your security deposit. For more attractions and local amenities check the Points of Interests dropdown menu within the Map and Distances section at the end of the page.

IMPORTANT NOTES

1. Heating and Electricity: This is an extra charge which is mostly payable to the Property Manager/Owner. In some cases, energy is charged at a fixed daily rate or a rate per unit on the units consumed or you are required to top up a Pre-Paid Meter while in others, energy charges are included in the rate you have paid. We advise you to check with the local Owner/ Property Manager prior to arrival how this is calculated or prior to making the booking. 2. Security Deposit: A minimum refundable security deposit of €200 (per property) must be paid prior to check-in to your holiday home to the local Property Manager/ Owner. This is either taken over the phone by pre-authorising your credit card when you call the Property Manager to arrange your arrival time 48 hours in advance of arrival or at others it is taken on arrival. In some locations and at certain times of year this can increase to €500 per property.