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Lakeside Fishing Lodge, 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, Kilbeg, Headford, Co Galway

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5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Headford, Co Galway
  • Place, Shanbally Marina
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Galway
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Eyre Square
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakeside Fishing Lodge, 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, Kilbeg, Headford, Co Galway

Coill beag is a modern 6 bed roomed home, a comfortable fishing lodge with its own private pier on the lake shore. It is sensitively constructed in local limestone, in harmony with the wild and wonderful wooded site surrounding it.Tucked away amid 5 acres of green fields rolling down to Lough Corrib, it is a haven of tranquility, comfort and easy living, while at the same time just 25 kilometres from Galway city.
An ideal base to see the Wild Atlantic Way.

Accomodation
[6 Bedrooms] as follows
1 Master bed room ensuite
2 Double bedrooms ensuite
1 Twin bedroom ensuite
1 twin children's room & cot
1 single 4 foot bedroom
All rooms down stairs[excepting children's room] open on to paved limestone patio & a garden of wild flowers and trees.
Large open plan living and dining area.
Well stocked compact kitchen.
Large selection of fishing, gardening, classical, and general reading material and cards in house.

Coill beag is a light filled, easily maintained, south facing
home on the banks of the Corrib, famous for brown trout and Salmon fishing.
Coill beag is ideally situated 25 Kilometres from Galway city.
An ideal base for;
Fishing, hiking, cycling or just complete relaxation
Unfortunately our local pub @ the pier is closed at present.
We anxiously wait for the reopening


Boats may be hired locally & moored at the pier in Kilbeg .

Touring west and Connemara is highly recommended.
Visiting the many cultural, historical and tourist attractions in Galway city.
A visit to nearby Ashford Castle and grounds in Cong.
Local friend and neighbour available when needed.
A selection of wet gear available to guests.
lots of childrens toys & games for the adults.


Coill beag is family owned and on the market since June 2016 .

During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Brigit's Garden. Features include laundry facilities. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 4 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 15.1 mi (24.3 km) from Ashford Castle and 17.4 mi (28.1 km) from Eyre Square
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,691 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
The house is rented on a self catering basis.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: The house is rented on a self catering basis.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Lakeside Fishing Lodge 6 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms Kilbeg Galway
Lakeside Fishing 6 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms Kilbeg Galway
Lakeside Fishing Lodge 6 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms Kilbeg Galway
Lakeside Fishing Lodge 6 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms Kilbeg Galway
Lakeside Fishing 6 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms Kilbeg Galway

Lakeside Fishing Lodge, 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, Kilbeg, Headford, Co Galway Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely quiet getaway. Kids loved having donkeys in the garden. Walking down to the lough and just sitting looking out over the water was so relaxing. The roads around the property are amazing! Very narrow but unlike UK no potholes!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was one of the most welcoming and relaxing homes we’ve ever stayed in. The location was quiet and rural, but central enough to allow us to visit many locations across the region and have a relaxing base to return to. Norma is a wonderful host and we highly recommend this property!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri O.

Liked: Cleanliness

The exploring never stopped.

This was a charming base for us to explore this history rich locale. From ancient friaries to neolithic sites, it was perfect. Coming home to a fire was the perfect ending to our days if exploring.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, close to lush nature

We loved the donkeys and the water and the amazing view and lots of windows to enjoy from inside near a cozy fire. I loved waking up to the sunrise from our room. We didn’t shut the shades upstairs because we loved looking at the starry night too.
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home away from home!

The title says it all. This place felt like our home away from home. It was comfortable from the get-go. We've stayed in plenty of VRBOs over the years that are all well and good, but rarely do they feel like this. Add in the view towards the lake and the donkeys just over the wall in the front, and it was perfect. I'd note that while the location is about a 30 minute drive to Galway or Cong, it's less than 10 minutes into Headford to find a big Tesco and gas stations. And it was always so nice to come back here after a long day out. TL,DR: Highly recommend and would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Rental

We loved everything about our stay here! The house is spacious and well equipped with beautiful views out of every window. The property itself is very private and the surrounding community is idyllic. Martina greeted us warmly and was very responsive to our needs throughout the visit. Would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R., Vermont

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely, peaceful cottage

Beautiful, spacious home not far from many wonderful adventures and experiences. Host was available when needed. Would highly recommend this cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

This property is breathtaking. Norma and Martina are fabulous hosts. If you want to stay in a perfect Irish Country setting, this is the place. The Headford locals are so sweet and helpful. You are close to Galway, 30 minute drive. When I come back, not if, I’m going to check if Norma’s property is Ava liable. 5 Stars for everything.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stanley S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home near Kilbeg Pier

We enjoyed our stay very much. The neighborhood is quiet and beautiful. The house is large and lovely. The grounds, including the donkeys on property were delightful. We arrived in late December and it was really cold in the house for the first day and night. However, the house heated up after that and we had no problems at all, as Norma left a more than ample supply of wood and peet to burn in the fireplace. We would definitely return to this property. Thank you, Norma and Martina.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Place

We used the lovely cottage on the lake as our base and traveled all over southern and central Ireland. We had three generations and loved our time in the cottage. My father (79 years old) threatened to sell everything when he got home and move to Ireland. Everyone we met in Kilbeg and nearby Headford was just delightful. We found everything we needed nearby and could have stayed another 2 weeks. It is a very special place
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rowland O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing Trip

We had lovely week long stay here, location is great for fishing on Lough Corrib, we had two boats morred at the bottom of garden. The cottage is spacious and facilities are good, we can't wait for next year trip. A big thumbs up from us.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mairead R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family holiday

We loved our visit to Kilbeg. Great house with lots of room for an extended family to spread out. Beautiful view of the lake. Extremely peaceful setting. The house is very well resourced for cooking and lots of games etc if weather is poor. Key holder Martina was very helpful. House was very clean. For some people to 10 minute drive to nearest shop / pub may be a disadvantage. Nearby pub closed due to Covid restrictions but only a short walk from house. We loved our break.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claire G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Little Hidden Gem

What a fabulous holiday we had at this beautiful home for 1 week, indeed I could have stayed for 2 weeks. The view is stunning, so tranquil overlooking the lake, you could hear a pin drop. The donkeys were joyous for both the adults and the kids. Home from home, plenty of space, we all felt very relaxed here. Everything we needed was in the house, including toys for the kids. The beds were comfy and the showers were great too. We even made apple crumble using apples from the garden and enjoyed picking fresh mint also for our drinks. Perfect location for touring the surrounding areas, not too far from anywhere. We visited Cong Village which was my favourite, had lunch at Ashford Castle, a lovely walk around the gardens at Westport House, a walk around Galway and Salthill together with a visit to Clifden and Kylemore Abbey. We did a few hours touring in the afternoon then enjoyed a drink out on the patio on the comfy deckchairs on our return, with lovely family meals cooked later in the evening. Lovely for different parts of the family to be doing their own thing in different parts of the large communal living area, whilst all remaining together. The weather turned out much better than that forecast, rained usually when driving, then the sun shone every time we arrived at our destination. Joyces supermarket in local village of Headford is well stocked with anything you require. Unfortunately the local pub was closed due to Covid, but hopefully we will get a drink there next time. Martina the host was very helpful and Norma the owner was also very quick to reply to any questions we had. We will definitely return, the house and the location of it made the holiday so special. Would highly recommend this property, especially if there is a large group. Thanks Norma and Martina for your kind hospitality😊
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very picturesque

The cottage is in an ideal setting, with a lake at the bottom of the garden and donkeys in an adjacent field. The main rooms to the house overlook the lake and it is lovely to just sit and watch the world go by come rain or shine. Marina, who services the property is very friendly and is happy to answer any questions and is on-hand to resolve any issues. We had a party of 7 and there was plenty of space both inside and outside of the property. Although the kitchen is small, it wasn't an issue for us as it had everything we needed - dishwasher, fridge freezer, microwave. The rooms are spacious with plenty of storage space and the lounge is equipped with a selection of books, dvds and cds. We really enjoyed our stay at the cottage and would definitely go back, if only we could guarantee nice weather next time! ;-)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely lake house

Garden and location were amazing, very quiet and beautiful. The wildflowers, donkeys, & lake view made for an idyllic holiday. Furnishings and decoration were typical of Ireland - country style, lots of wood and shelves with knick-knacks like shells and rocks. Beds were very comfy, lots of towels provided. Umbrellas, walking sticks and fireplace supplies were also v. handy. Crockery/cutlery/pots and pans more than enough even for larger groups, but could do with a few more cooking knives, spatulas and the like. A particularly lovely touch was the delicious cake left for us on arrival. All in all, would recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

peter l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved this house!

This is a beautiful house in a perfect lakeside setting. My family loved the donkeys and walking on the property. Norma and Martina are very nice and attentive to any needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan R., Yonkers, New York

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, accommodating home! Great location

Absolutely fantastic home!! Spacious, roomy, clean, comfortable house with beautiful views of the lake. We had 4 adults and 3 children with more then enough room . So happy I brought no toys for the kids because there were plenty for them, plus games and books for the adults. The house has everything you need. Especially a kids room downstairs with 2 twin beds , bed railings and a playpen . I was especially grateful there was a baby gate at the top of the stairs. The kids had a wonderful time feeding the donkeys each day and running around the spacious gardens in the front and back. The local town is Headford and only took us about 10 minutes. There’s a large supermarket with everything you need, a playground, running track, pubs, take away. Galway city wasn’t more then 25 minutes away. The on-site manager was wonderful . She was very helpful, answered our many questions and kindly gave us a stroller when we lost ours at the airport. Overall, we had the most wonderful stay and I will be back again. The house fit our every need! Thank you!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris A., Swindon

Really nice accommodation, lots of space with fantastic views of the lake

Loved our month stay here, the owner was in regular contact ensuring everything was ok. Really nice house, clean and tidy situated in a quiet friendly location. Stunning views over the lake. Friendly donkeys in the next property that wait for your arrival for some fresh carrots. Highly.recommend a visit here.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B., Clifton, VA

Beautiful home and location

What a great stay we had. The home was roomy enough for 7 adults. It had everything we needed. Being on the lake was beautiful. Saw swans and all kinds of birds. Even us adults enjoyed feeding the donkeys which live on the property. If you are a couch potato and plan to stay at home and watch TV, this home is not for you. But the wifi worked great and there are plenty of games to entertain yourself. We spent our evening down time in Headford and other surrounding towns at the great pubs. Would definitely stay here again and would recommend it highly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Michael B.

Lovely comfortable house with beautiful views

A lovely comfortable house with beautiful views over the lake. We found it to be a great central point for touring from Donegal to the Connemara. Also a short distance to Headford with a great supermarket, etc.The donkeys in the adjacent paddock were lovely. Heaps of outdoor space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bob L.

Beautiful home and very accommodating.

We loved the home. We enjoyed the 3 donkeys each morning. Very quiet and private
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Lake,mountains and city.

Coillbeg is a lovely modern house with all the facilities necessary for a large family group across the generations: many interesting books, television, cd player, internet access and many toys for children of all ages. The donkeys were a bonus, letting children of all ages feed them. The nearby town of Headford has a wonderful supermarket and a great pub restaurant where we celebrated my 70th birthday with a wider circe of relatives. Some of our party went walking in the immediate area, fished at the end of the garden, went fishing in a boat on the lake and went on trips to Galway, Salthill and Spiddal, to Cong and its Abbey and Leenane where we visited the sheep farming museum and took a boat trip on the fjord. Ciollbeag is an ideal base to explore lakes, mountains, countryside and city in this fascinating part of Galway and South Mayo. We cannot recommend this holiday home highly enough. One of the best we have found anywhere in Western Europe.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lucie D.

Absolut empfehlenswert!!! Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder!

Absolut empfehlenswert!!! Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder! Im August diesen Jahres haben wir mit vier Personen zwei wundervolle Urlaubswochen in diesem großzügig ausgestatteten Ferienhaus verbringen können. Es hat an nichts gemangelt. Unseren zwei jugendlichen Kindern gefiel besonders gut, dass sie nicht nur jeder ein eigenes Zimmer, sondern auch ein eigenes Bad nutzen konnten. Insgesamt ist die Unterkunft sehr großzügig und liebevoll eingerichtet, es fehlt an nichts. Es sind sogar Gummistiefel und Regenjacken zur Nutzung vorhanden, falls man selbst nicht daran gedacht hat. Norma ist sehr freundlich und hat sich sehr gut um unser Wohlergehen gekümmert. Bei der Ankunft stand sogar einen Kuchen für uns bereit. Das Anwesen liegt absolut ruhig direkt am See. Zum nächsten Ort sind es zehn Fahrminuten mit dem Auto bis nach Headford, einem kleinen Ort, in dem alle erforderlichen Besorgungen gemacht werden können. Wir können dieses Ferienhaus absolut empfehlen. Es ist mit sehr viel Liebe eingerichtet und liegt landschaftlich wunderbar gelegen. Wir werden sehr gerne wiederkommen! Danke, Norma!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kurt R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ein rundum gelungener Aufenthalt bezüglich Lage, Ausstattung und Kommunikation
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia Sigrid S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sehr schönes Haus in idyllischer Lage

Das Haus bietet mit seinen sechs Schlafzimmern und dem großen Wohnbereich viel Platz und hat eine gemütliche, wohnliche Atmosphäre, wozu nicht zuletzt der Kaminofen beiträgt. Von der großen Terrasse blickt man über den schönen Garten auf den See; idyllischer könnte die Lage kaum sein. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten und einen netten Pub mit Live-Musik gibt es im nahe gelegenen Headford und auch Tagesausflüge zu Sehenswürdigkeiten wie z.B. den Cliffs of Moher sind von der Entfernung noch möglich. Martina ist äußerst freundlich und hilfsbereit. Insgesamt hatten wir einen sehr schönen Aufenthalt mit unseren Freunden im Coill Beag und können das Haus uneingeschränkt empfehlen.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024