Thatched Roof, Elegant Cottage in Doolin, Spectacular Views, Tranquil

Doolin, County Clare
$395 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 3

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Sleep 6

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This beautiful home in Doolin, Ireland was built in 1998 as a traditional, thatched-roof, Irish cottage and contains all modern amenities.

Each of the bedrooms is en suite, with antique pine furniture. The master bedroom has a queen size bed and the two guest rooms each have twin beds. The master bath has a bathtub and shower. The house has wireless access.

The Great Room has a two story fireplace, conveniently gas fired. There is a panoramic conservatory with 180 degree views, including Cecil B. Demille sunsets.

The view from the house was featured in the September 2007 issue of Conde Nast Traveler magazine. The striking Doonagore Castle, one of the most photographed castles in Ireland, is located immediately down the hill from the cottage and is framed by the conservatory windows. A round tower built c.1350, Doonagore Castle was entirely restored in 1975.

The cottage is surrounded by grazing cattle, lending another level of tranquility to the idyllic setting.

A circular driveway brings guests close to the front door, should there ever be inclement weather! We joke that our favorite occupation is sitting in the conservatory and watching the weather change.

When the cottage was being built, one of the builders suggested naming the cottage. He said we should name it Draiocht, which means a magical place, and it is.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Smoke Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1500 Sq Ft (139 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Privileges Horse Riding Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Music Library Stereo TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near The Bay Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Theresa B.

    Submitted Oct 8, 2025

    Stayed Sep 23, 2025

    The cottage was amazing. The location was perfect. We can’t wait to visit again.

  • Sharon M.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    A lovely property minutes from the beautiful village of Doolin. A cozy cottage with amazing sea views and all the amenities you need.

  • Michelle H.

    Submitted Aug 23, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    So much to love about Doolin...Six days just weren’t enough to fully enjoy everything this wonderful home and its surrounding area have to offer. Spectacular scenery, delicious food, traditional music, and warm hospitality are plentiful in the charming town of Doolin. I had grand plans of spending hours sitting in the conservatory or on the patio, taking in the view, but most of our time was spent out exploring as much as possible in the limited time we had. The cottage was the perfect spot for our party of six to recharge before heading out on our next adventure. I’m already planning our next trip back.

  • Garnet H.

    Submitted Aug 15, 2025

    Stayed Aug 5, 2025

    It was a super place. Well furnished. Very homey. Incredible view of Doonagore Castle directly in front and below and through to a full view of the wild Atlantic Way and the Aran Islands. Cows were grazing in front of us.

  • Karen J.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 14, 2025

    This was such a beautiful property. We enjoyed the fabulous ocean view. The house was clean and comfortable

  • Rebecca C.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jul 1, 2025

    We spent an absolutely magical week in this beautiful home! The views, the neighborhood, the home itself, was absolute heaven on Earth! Hope to return again!

  • Jess R.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    My husband and I and two young adult children had a fantastic stay at this cottage. From outside, every direction you look in are absolutely stunning -- postcard perfect. Inside, everything we needed was available so we could readily have breakfasts, dinners and snacks while doing excursions during the day. The location was also quite central for doing day trips. Ahead of time, the host made accommodations for a special request which I'm so grateful for. Highly recommend!

  • Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed Jun 7, 2025

    Loved the location, views and solarium. The house was very well appointed and comfortable. Quintessential Ireland!

  • Chris S.

    Submitted May 30, 2025

    Stayed May 21, 2025

    Spent four glorious days in Doolin. The Doonagore Cottage was certainly one of the highlights - just a perfect spot from whence to enjoy all that Doolin has to offer.

  • Liz A.

    Submitted May 21, 2025

    Stayed May 9, 2025

    We couldn’t believe our eyes when we stepped into this gorgeous cottage. The view is *stunning* and you will be hard pressed to leave, however we did make ourselves get out and go explore! We walked down to Cliffs of Moher trail and couldn’t stop smiling there either (until we had to come back up the hill hehe). We also took the ferry ride to see the cliffs from the sea, and though the water was choppy, it was still a fun little ride. We enjoyed live music, mussels, and beef stew at Gus O’Connor’s more than once. We also made our way to the Burren Perfumery to see the beautiful gardens and purchase some delightful goodies that we were able to ship home. Our stay here was one of our favorite parts of our two week vacation in Ireland and Scotland.

  • Aaron D.

    Submitted May 19, 2025

    Stayed May 2, 2025

    We were extremely pleased to find that the online listing with pictures and description matched our in-person visit to this lovely property. This is a beautifully quaint home with a SPECTACULAR view of the western side of Ireland with a castle and ocean in the distance. The owner was very responsive and the locals provided wonderful help for our stay. Highly recommend for anyone who wants a very quiet area with amazing views to check this out!

  • Lisa M.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 15, 2025

    We loved our stay in the thatch roof cottage. The house itself was so charming and cozy, and the views/setting were amazing! A short 5 min drive into Doolin.

  • Toni G.

    Submitted Apr 23, 2025

    Stayed Apr 6, 2025

    Thank you for sharing your home. Everything was as described and the home/setting was peaceful and just what we needed for our final destination in Ireland. We really did not want to leave and hope to return one day. It was just lovely.

  • Chris E.

    Submitted Apr 13, 2025

    Stayed Mar 30, 2025

    The cottage was spectacular and the view was stunning! Deirdre was extremely helpful and attentive, would definitely stay there again!

  • Megan K.

    Submitted Apr 7, 2025

    Stayed Apr 2, 2025

    We absolutely loved this property. It's situated on a grassy hill above a beautiful tower ruin and the sea. The town of Doolin is darling with lots of little shops and the great pub Gus O'Connors, and the larger town of Lisdoonvarna has supplies like a pharmacy, market, gas, etc. Easy to find. Clean. Great views. I wish we could have stayed a month!

  • Robyn S.

    Submitted Mar 31, 2025

    Stayed Mar 24, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful home! The view is stunning….imagine overlooking a castle! It is very easy to get from the house to the little town of Doolin and it is a perfect location to visit the Cliffs of Moher (an absolute must do)! Elizabeth was lovely to work with! We hope to return someday!

  • Richard L.

    Submitted Oct 4, 2024

    Stayed Sep 24, 2024

    Our family absolutely loved the stay in Doolin! The house was spectacular in every way. To top things off, we lucked out with some great weather. Inside, the view from the Observatory down to the Doonagore Castle and the village/coastline never ceased to refresh and inspire. Outside, we enjoyed our daily walks into the village (1 mile) or to the Cliffs Walks which start just before entering the village. We even enjoyed the peaceful walk back up the hill, although the last leg near the castle gets very steep. When we reflected on our highlights from Doolin, we all agreed this quiet walk made us appreciate Doolin all the more. On a side note, although the road was lightly travelled, we brought along a reflector vest and flashlight for added safety. A shorter hike but also rewarding was to walk down to Castle and take a left at The Clare Jam sign. This road was flat and overlooked the Cliffs Walks and the Aran Islands beyond. Other highlights during our 5 days included the Doolin Ferry ride to the small island. Be sure to book the ferry that returns alongside the cliffs for some majestic views. We also booked Martin Murphy from Private Tours for a half-day Burren tour. A must if you have time. For a small town, Doolin has 3 great pubs, as well as several great dining spots including a Michelin Star restaurant. Our favorite was The Ivy Cottage. To sum up, our families quick one or two words about our stay were: magical, quaint, scenic, well appointment & a slice of heaven!

  • Janice K.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    We had an amazing stay at this beautiful home. The views are stunning. Home is gorgeous and perfect for a family. Large lawn to play games and the round room in front looks over the castle and was a favorite hangout. Exceptional property!

  • Peg W.

    Submitted Sep 6, 2024

    Stayed Sep 3, 2024

    My two cousins and I stayed at this warm inviting home. As the house had three bedrooms en-suite it fitted our needs beautifully. So many extras available (bedding, towels, excellent basics in the kitchen). Would highly recommend this home as a wonderful base. The views were absolutely stunning.

  • scott e.

    Submitted Aug 30, 2024

    Stayed Aug 27, 2024

    The location and the view are amazing, The home was warm and comfortable. An amazing find for the Ireland adventure in the Doolin area.

  • Bill M.

    Submitted Aug 29, 2024

    Stayed Aug 4, 2024

    This was our second stay at this cottage in Doolin. This time some of our family joined us. Everyone was taken by the charm and comfort of the house. They were captivated by the view from the conservatory and we all spent time outside on the property drinking our morning coffee or tea. The house is well situated on the Wild Atlantic Way so we could visit Dingle and Galway. Both Niall and Deidre were gracious caretakers. Our two weeks in Doolin are now a forever memory

  • James T.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2024

    Stayed Jul 28, 2024

    Lovely! Everything was as hoped for in a warm and comfortable stay! Views were amazing! Real gratitude!

  • Deborah L.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2024

    Stayed Jul 14, 2024

    Enjoyed lovely sunsets and perfect weather while doing day trips to Ashford Castle, Cliffs of Moher, and Caher Gardens. Stay was just not long enough!

  • Maria C.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2024

    Stayed Jul 18, 2024

    This house and town will hold a special place in our family’s heart forever. It is amazing. The home was perfect for our family of 4 ( kids ages 10 and 12). Everything we needed was there and available. The yard and view were breathtaking. The beds comfy, everything was clean and commutation was great. Thank you for such a wonderful stay in an amazing town. We can’t wait to come back.

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