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At Oak Lodge, overlooking Ballinakill Lake, unwind with a tranquil atmosphere. Take in the ever-changing colours over the lake from your own mountain or sit by the cassette-style solid fuel fire in the cozy sitting room. With a well-equipped kitchen and BBQ facilities, this property is perfect for those who love food and cooking.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer

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About this property

Great location to explore Connemara

  • Oak Lodge is a contemporary bungalow overlooking Ballinakill Lake which lies between Cleggan and Letterfrack in the town-land of Moyard. Just around the corner is the beautiful Ardkyle Beach, or Ross Beach as the locals like to call it. A great area for walking there are some lovely loop-walks from the doorstep, and your own mountain (hill) to climb at the back of the house. The view from the top is amazing.

    There is history in abundance here! Ballinakill grave yard is the resting place of Oliver St John Gogarty the famous poet and writer. The house itself was once rented by Garrett Fitzgerald who was Taoiseach from 1981-1987.
    The house has been recently renovated and presents a peaceful and comfortable atmosphere nothing more relaxing than sitting watching the ever changing colours over the lake or taking the binoculars and seeing the otters playing and the fish jumping. If you like to fish for brown trout of an evening look no further. For those of you who enjoy food this is the best place to source good fish and then cook it in the well equipped kitchen! Or you might want to spend the day collecting shell fish or playing in the rock pools on any of the many beaches close by such as Cleggan Beach or Omey Strand. An ideal location for Hikers, and artists will find the colours and light in the area fascinating. Once have visited Oak Lodge you will want to come back again and again. This property is suitable for rental all year around.

    Inside there is a large open plan kitchen diner and sitting-room area which is bright and Airy, Separate utility area with side door. Fridge, freezer, dishwasher, tumble dryer and washing machine, a five ring gas hob and two fan ovens. There are lots of cooking utensils and the kitchen is well thought out. Leading from the dining area into a hall there is shower room, a twin bedroom and a small cosy sitting room cassette style solid fuel fire. Upstairs two bright and airy king size bedrooms and a bathroom with bath which services both bedrooms.

    BBQ and Garden Furniture
    Pets Welcome
    Electricity, oil, linen included
    Minimum 3 nights
    Clifden town 10km
    Cleggan and Inish Bofin ferry 5km
    Letterfrack and national park 5km
    Nearest Beach 1.6km
    Starter pack of fuel included
    Cot and high chair

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • 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)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Great location to explore Connemara pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great location to explore Connemara?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Great location to explore Connemara?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

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Great location to explore Connemara Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely house, great location, great value.

This is a beautiful, cosy, very well-equipped house in a great location on a quiet country road between Letterfrack and Cleggan. Highly recommended.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay

Amazing place to stay near of beach's, restaurants, kylamore abbey. We could not be more happy. Thank you
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nick P.

357 Oak Lodge - A very comfortable place

Oak Lodge is a comfortable base for exploring the area. The house is well equipped, has fast wifi and comfortable beds. It’s in a quiet location good for star gazing.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

All good apart from a proper shower

Great place 2 stay for touring connamara..very handy too letterfrack and cliften..lovely house has everything u need..enjoy folks
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wedding in Connemara .

We stayed at Oak Lodge while attending our son’s wedding . Everything was excellent. So comfortable n clean . Hope to return again sometime to enjoy the comfort of such a lovely house . Breathe taking scenery and we had lovely weather. Florence .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location

Four words: perfect house, perfect holidays! We had a wonderful time there. Bright, nicely furnished house, great kitchen, lots of crockery and accessories, comfortable beds. Beautiful views. Quiet. With a car about 10 min to pubs, restaurants, beaches. Just one small blemish: the low water pressure in the shower and bathroom should be improved.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful house in a great location and pet-friendly too!

We stayed in Oak Lodge for a week in March 2024 and it is a lovely home to stay in. Everythign was clean and the instructions for operating everythign were clear. There was only two of us, plus our border collie so the house was big for our needs. Being dog-friendly, together with location is one of the reasons we chose Oak Lodge. It's a great base for a holiday in Connemara. There are so many things to do that are not far away, lots of great beaches and forest trails. Waking up to the stunning countryside is somethign I will never get used to. Highly recommended
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Laureen M.

Felt immediately at home

I liked the house and felt immediately at home in it. It's comfortable, welcoming, beautifully located, and warm when the outdoors isn't. My stay included a visit by Storm Ashley to the entire west coast and when the power went out for six hours, along with most of the internet, and followed eventually by the rest of the internet and the phone, the owners' attentiveness meant everything. I had a lovely week and highly recommend Oak Lodge. (And just a note: There are reviews here complaining about the water pressure. It's ordinary rural water pressure, perfectly adequate, much like mine in my own Canadian village. Maybe people who want city amenities and endless WiFi would be happier on an urban vacation?)
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely cottage in a beautiful setting

We found the holiday cottage easily from the directions given, though the eircode just took us to Letterfrack. The cottage was cosy and well equipped. Everything we needed and we enjoyed the books and dvds there. The caretaker was easily contacted on WhatsApp and really helpful.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Micha K.

Charming spacious cottage

We especially liked the open kitchen / dinning area and the views on the lake. Water pressure on the shower is sometimes a bit challenging. But nothing that one could not deal with. Apart from that, a really pleasant place to be.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing week in Connemara

We loved our week at Oak Lodge. The cottage was very comfortable and equipped with fantastic views, in a lovely, quiet location. Letterfrack nearby was handy for almost anything you need, with bigger shops a short drive away in Clifden. There's loads to go and visit in the area. In fact, we need a return visit to see more!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Home from home

This house had everything you could wish for to provide great food and a comfortable stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Johnston G.

Magical week at Oak Lodge

We had an amazing week in beautiful Connemara. The beaches, mountains, lakes, villages. Playing with the dog and family on stunning beaches, kayaking, hiking, music session in Cleggan, trip to Inishboffin, Clifden, Roundstone. Wow. We'll be back! G
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Diana M.

A wonderful retreat

Have been coming to stay in and around Clifden for a few years now. We love the area but were looking for a quiet retreat away from busy Cleggan. Oak Lodge was exactly what we wanted. Everything you could want is there and our dog Charlie was very happy with all the lovely walks from the house. A short drive in the car and he was in the sea for a paddle! Only downside was that my daughter and her partner had the twin beds downstairs and they found the mattresses uncomfortable.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely stay

Lovely house in a lovely location. One minus, the waterpressure from the shower is far to low. Upgrading it will give an excellent review for this cottage in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely cottage but had some issues

We spent 10 days over Christmas in this delightful cottage with lots of room for entertaining and great views however there were some fundamental problems during our stay. There was no wifi or TV when we arrrived as there was a dangerous outside electrical socket full of water that kept tripping part of the house. We managed to "botch it" for our stay however no electrician was forthcoming. The poor water pressure, which has also been mentioned in several previous reviews, really does need attention and an electric shower would make a huge improvement. Luckily we have relatives nearby so ended up showering there. Lots of rules and regs regarding heating, wifi, log burners and not enough crockery or glassware and unfortunately the dishwasher broke down whilst we were there and it could not be resuscitated!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Holger H.

Herrliche Lodge

Die herrliche Lodge mit dem schönen Garten liegt zwischen Clifden, Cleggan und Letterfrack an einem See inmitten grüner Wiesen mit Pferde, Schafen und Rindern. Das Meer ist nicht weit weg und die Pubs mit guter Musik und die Restaurants sind leicht und schnell erreichbar. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten und weitere Kulturangebote gibt es genügend. Die nahen Strände sind einmalig. Die Tierwelt lädt zu Beobachungen ein, am nahen am Wasser gelegenen Friedhof mit dem berühmten Gogarty Grab wachsen herrliche Brombeeren. Hier kann man sich erholen!!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un temps suspendu au Connemara

Magnifique maison dans un endroit fabuleux
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Séverine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super cottage

Nous avons passé un très bon sejour dans le Connemara. La cottage est très bien situé pour visiter la région. La vue est magnifique sur le lac, montagne et les moutons. Il est très bien équipé pour les vacances en famille. Le contact avec l'agence de location etait parfaite. Nous recommandons cette location.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

excellent

simple brilliant facilities and superb location. Centrally located between Letterfrack and Clifden very easy to deal with and a really great price for my stay. Recommended
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Johan B.

Comfortable, cosy cottage.

Great cottage. Cosy. Stunning views at lake and mountains. Very good place to visit a main part of Connamare.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Johan B.

Comfortable, cosy cottage.

Great cottage. Cosy. Stunning views at lake and mountains. Very good place to visit a main part of Connamare.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

A property with a view

We enjoyed the peaceful location of this property with its wonderful views across the lake and mountains beyond. However, although the property was generally comfortable we did have some niggles. The low water pressure meant that showers were more of a mission than a pleasurable experience. The bathrooms and the kitchen were clean but there was a lot of dust and dead insects that hadn’t been dealt with. There is clearly a great deal to see in the area and so we were a little disappointed that there was very limited information on hand in the property. Hopefully, this can be addressed for the benefit of future gifts.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

We really enjoyed our stay, the house is light and airy, well-insulated and thoughtfully furnished and well-equipped. The situation and outlook were delightful. We felt very lucky to have chosen it and would love to come again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

One week closed to Cleggan

Very nice quiet place, closed to cities, in perfect conditions & all you can need to have a good stay !!