Ballindooley Castle

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Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.1
  • The entire place is yours
  • 3444 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony

About this property

Spacious Accommodation: Ballindooley Castle in Galway offers a spacious holiday home with three bedrooms and three bathrooms. The property features a living room, private entrance, and family rooms, ensuring comfort for all guests. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can enjoy a beautiful garden, terrace, and balcony with stunning lake, garden, and mountain views. The outdoor seating area and picnic spots provide perfect settings for relaxation and leisure. Modern Amenities: The holiday home provides free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, and a lounge with a fireplace. Additional facilities include a washing machine, dining area, and outdoor dining space, catering to all needs. Convenient Location: Located 80 km from Ireland West Knock Airport, Ballindooley Castle is close to attractions such as Galway Greyhound Stadium (4.5 km) and Eyre Square (4.6 km). Free on-site private parking is available for guests.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free cot available on request

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free private parking available on-site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Heather
United States United States
“Staying here was an incredible, once in a lifetime experience! I appreciated that it had all the modern conveniences yet still felt like the castle it was. Barry, the owner, was so kind and easy to communicate with.”
Shaun
Ireland Ireland
“the pictures do it no justice great place to stay, not to far from Galway city and the host is brilliant.”
Toni
United States United States
“Wow! This was a wonderful experience! Upon entering the castle, we ran through and examined every nook and cranny (it may look small on the outside but the inside is quite large with many rooms). Definitely the absolute coolest place we have...”
Sereny
United States United States
“We stayed at Ballindooley Castle in August of 2024. It was amazing. The castle is one of those one-in-a-lifetime opportunities, unique experience overall. The amount of space you get is huge, first of all. Also, the home was well-appointed...”
Keith
United States United States
“The castle was amazing. We were a little worried because of the pictures and how much room there was we might be sharing some of the common areas. Nope, entire castle to ourselves. It was a unique experience and very happy we chose to stay here.”
Jocelyn
United States United States
“Who doesn’t love a castle!!? Very unique opportunity.”
Anonymous
United States United States
“The location was wonderfully rural while close to Galway for conveniences and entertainment.”
Maria
Germany Germany
“It was a great pleasure staying for a week in this medieval tower house, running up and down the spiral staircases, peaking down the murder holes, dining in the banquet room and relaxing in the dark, but very cosy living space. In the evenings we...”
Pascaline
France France
“Le château et son ambiance. Facilité pour se garer. Contact facile avec Barry”
Hans-hasso
Germany Germany
“Ein atemberaubender Burgturm, mit viel "Attention to detail" eingerichtet. So war es wirklich ein besonderes Erlebnis. Der Eigentümer gibt einem auch gerne eine guded tour, in unserem Fall über whatsapp. Günstig gelegen, sowohl für die Fahrt nach...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Barry Haughian

9.1
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Barry Haughian
The Castle rests on about half an acre of land, surrounded by low walls and hedges: with a gated entrance controlled by an electronic security system. The land is laid to lawn, with well maintained shrubs and rockery. It has 3 murders holes and a dungeon. The castle is presumed to have been built in the late 15th century (approximately 1480). It is a Norman castle and was probably built by the DeBurgo Family The first written record of ownership was to a Redmond Regough Burke. To the south west of the Castle lies Ballindooley Lake. It had the distinction of being shelled by the British Gunboat ” Helga” during the1916 Rising to disband rebels who were supposed to be gathered there to march on the city.
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Languages spoken: English,Spanish,Russian

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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

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No age restriction
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Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.