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Sky Road Holiday Home
Galway, Clifden
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Description
Sky Road Holiday Home is a large coastal holiday home overlooking the Atlantic Ocean in Connemara County Galway. Book your coastal holiday home today. Located on the picturesque Sky Road and only 2.9 km from the vibrant seaside town of Clifden in County Galway. The famous Sky Road is part of the Wild Atlantic Way and is one of the top tourist attractions in Connemara, rich in heritage with megalithic tombs, promontory forts and a standing stone.
The fitted kitchen is well equipped with all your needs for your self-catering holiday in Connemara. The living room is well furnished with comfortable seating and an open fire. There are unrivalled views of Clifden Bay, the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding countryside from the windows of the front of the house.
This is a 3-bedroom self-catering holiday home sleeping 6 guests:
• Double bed with ensuite, sleeping 2
• Double bed with ensuite, sleeping 2
• Twin bedroom with ensuite, sleeping 2
The family bathroom has WC, hand basin and a bath.
Outside this holiday home in Connemara is a patio area with seating to take in the breath-taking views of Clifden Bay, the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding countryside.
Electric and oil heating throughout the property. Electricity is meter read and payable to the On-site Manager.
Strictly no pets allowed or smoking in this holiday cottage.
Sky Road Holiday Home is situated 2.9 km from Clifden, this vibrant seaside town is packed with good restaurants, cosy cafes, lively trad bars and craft shops. There are numerous festivals throughout the year in Clifden, including the famous Connemara Pony Festival and the Arts Festival in September.
Further afield and just a short drive away is Connemara National Park which is one of six national parks in Ireland. The park was established in 1980 and managed by the National Parks and Wildlife Service of the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht. Connemara National Park covers some 2,000 hectares of scenic mountains, expanses of bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands.
Kylemore Abbey is another top tourist attraction in Connemara County Galway and well worth a visit on your next self-catering holiday in County Galway.
Connemara’s rugged coastline boasts some of Ireland’s finest beaches, with stretches of pure white sands and turquoise waters. You will be spoilt for choice with the selection of sandy dotted along the coast on Galway’s Wild Atlantic Way. Two of Connemara’s must-see beaches are Dog’s Bay and Gurteen Bay a 30-minute drive from Sky Road holiday Home.
For another day trip idea in Galway visit one or two of the many beautiful off shore islands such as Inishturk, Turbot and Omey Island.
Connemara is a much-loved and popular destination in Ireland for a family holiday or group getaway with friends. There are a variety of local activities, go golfing at Connemara Golf Club, walk the many sandy beaches and go horse-riding along the quiet country Connemara trails. There are a wide variety of water-based activities such as diving, snorkelling, kayaking and fishing.
Galway’s outstanding beauty surrounds some wonderful holiday homes and cottages, sure to provide a memorable self catering holiday in Ireland.
For more attractions and local amenities check the Points of Interests dropdown menu within Map and Distances section at the end of the page.
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.
Sky Road Holiday Home - Sleeps 6
Further along the Sky Road is Eyrephort beach, only 6 km from our holiday home, a gorgeous beach off the beaten track. Children will love exploring the unusual seashells, seaweed and rock pools on Eyrephort beach, a great location for an excellent family day out.Sky Road Holiday Home Description
This large seaside holiday home in Connemara has three bedrooms and sleeps 6 guests comfortably. Situated on an elevated site providing views of the surrounding countryside and a short stroll from the Atlantic ocean in Connemara and Clifden Castle.The fitted kitchen is well equipped with all your needs for your self-catering holiday in Connemara. The living room is well furnished with comfortable seating and an open fire. There are unrivalled views of Clifden Bay, the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding countryside from the windows of the front of the house.
This is a 3-bedroom self-catering holiday home sleeping 6 guests:
• Double bed with ensuite, sleeping 2
• Double bed with ensuite, sleeping 2
• Twin bedroom with ensuite, sleeping 2
The family bathroom has WC, hand basin and a bath.
Outside this holiday home in Connemara is a patio area with seating to take in the breath-taking views of Clifden Bay, the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding countryside.
Electric and oil heating throughout the property. Electricity is meter read and payable to the On-site Manager.
Strictly no pets allowed or smoking in this holiday cottage.
Things to see and do in Connemara
Clifden Castle is located 700 metres from this self-catering holiday home, a ruined manor-built c. 1818 for John D'Arcy, the local landowner, in the Gothic Revival style. The castle was uninhabited after 1894 and fell into disrepair.Sky Road Holiday Home is situated 2.9 km from Clifden, this vibrant seaside town is packed with good restaurants, cosy cafes, lively trad bars and craft shops. There are numerous festivals throughout the year in Clifden, including the famous Connemara Pony Festival and the Arts Festival in September.
Further afield and just a short drive away is Connemara National Park which is one of six national parks in Ireland. The park was established in 1980 and managed by the National Parks and Wildlife Service of the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht. Connemara National Park covers some 2,000 hectares of scenic mountains, expanses of bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands.
Kylemore Abbey is another top tourist attraction in Connemara County Galway and well worth a visit on your next self-catering holiday in County Galway.
Connemara’s rugged coastline boasts some of Ireland’s finest beaches, with stretches of pure white sands and turquoise waters. You will be spoilt for choice with the selection of sandy dotted along the coast on Galway’s Wild Atlantic Way. Two of Connemara’s must-see beaches are Dog’s Bay and Gurteen Bay a 30-minute drive from Sky Road holiday Home.
For another day trip idea in Galway visit one or two of the many beautiful off shore islands such as Inishturk, Turbot and Omey Island.
Connemara is a much-loved and popular destination in Ireland for a family holiday or group getaway with friends. There are a variety of local activities, go golfing at Connemara Golf Club, walk the many sandy beaches and go horse-riding along the quiet country Connemara trails. There are a wide variety of water-based activities such as diving, snorkelling, kayaking and fishing.
Galway’s outstanding beauty surrounds some wonderful holiday homes and cottages, sure to provide a memorable self catering holiday in Ireland.
For more attractions and local amenities check the Points of Interests dropdown menu within 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.
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Fabulous location, spotlessly clean. Turf, bottle of wine an unexpected lovely extra. Would highly recommend this house.
Fabulous location, spotlessly clean. Turf, bottle of wine an unexpected lovely extra. Would highly recommend this house.
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Hi Emer
Many thanks for completing the feedback survey, following your stay in Sky Road, Clifden.
We are delighted you had an exceptional time and liked the house and environment.
We look forward to welcoming you again to Trident Holiday Homes.
Hi Emer
Many thanks for completing the feedback survey, following your stay in Sky Road, Clifden. We are delighted you had an exceptional time and liked the house and environment. We look forward to welcoming you again to Trident Holiday Homes. |
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Special features
1.9 km to sandy beach
Garden
Parking
TV
Bedroom(s)
2 Double beds
2 Single beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Dishes/Cutlery
Kitchen utensils
Toaster
Kettle
Bathroom(s)
1 Bathroom with bathtub
2 Bathrooms with shower
General
TV
Garden
Garden furniture
Washing machine
Fireplace
Iron
Open-air parking
Smoke detector
Distribution of bedrooms
Bedroom 1
1 Double bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single beds
Mandatory or included services
Bed linen: Included
Booking Fee: € 56.00 /booking
Heating / Electricity: € 0.60 /Kw
Open-air parking: Included
Winter Heat: € 0.60 /Kw
Optional services
Baby high chair: Included
Cancellation Insurance: 5 % of the booking
Cot/Crib: Included
Towels: Included
Your schedule
Check-in from 16:00 to 19:00 From Monday to Saturday
Check-outBefore 10:00
Security Deposit (refundable)
Amount: € 150.00 /booking
Payment method: Credit Card
Payment on arrival.
Comments
- This accommodation does not accept groups of young people (Up to 25 years)
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
Map and distances
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Distances
Sand beach - Clifden bay beach
1.9 km
Town centre - Clifden Town
2.9 km
Shops - Clifden Town
2.9 km
Bus station - Clifden Town
2.9 km
Restaurant - Clifden Town
2.9 km
Cafe - Clifden Town
2.9 km
Nature reserve - Connemara National Park
17 km
River - Owenglin River
18 km
Golf course - Connemara Championship Golf Links
18 km
Nature reserve - Kylemore Abbey
21.6 km
Train station - Galway Train Station
96 km
International airport - Dublin Airport
293 km
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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.6 reviews -
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This beautiful 3 bed accommodation is layed out over two levels and sleeps 6 people comfortably. Property layout – ground floor: - Kitchen with large dining area (seating 6 people) - Modern living room with open fire, multi-channel smart TV, with views of the surrounding countryside, boglands and Errisbeg hill in the distance - Bedroom 1: king-size sleeping 2 - Bedroom 2: double sleeping 2 - Bedroom 3: twin sleeping 2 - Main bathroom with bath, electric shower over bath, WC and hand basin - Utility room with a microwave, fridge freezer and a washing machine and tumble dryer Property layout - first floor: - Reading area - Additional bathroom with electric shower, WC and hand basin The property is heated throughout by an oil heating system. WIFI included. Bed linen and towels are provided. No smoking. No pets. Cot and highchair available by request. Outdoor furniture is available for the warmer months Parking is available for two cars.Local Area & Tourist Attractions
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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.
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Booking conditions
From the booking date until 29 days before check-in, cancellation would have a penalty of 50% of the total price of the rent.
Cancellation policies
In case of cancellation the following charges will apply
From the booking date until 29 days before check-in
50% of the total rent
From 28 days before check-in until 15 days before check-in
75% of the total rent
From 14 days before check-in until 3 days before check-in
100% of the total rent
From 2 days before until check-in
100% of the total prepayment amount
No-show
100% of the total rent
Additional notes
- We kindly ask you to phone us about your arrival time once you are at your destination.
- The keys must be picked up during the above mentioned hours only.
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