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About this property
Situated in Newtown, 5 minutes’ drive from Ballyvaughan and Galway Bay, The Waters Country House boasts over 40 acres of farmland at the foot of the Burren Hills. Ailwee Cave, also featuring an underground river and a waterfall, is only 3km from the property. Each room at The Waters features an en suite bathroom, a seating area and a desk. Wi-Fi is available in public areas and it is free of charge. Tea/coffee making facilities are complimentary and available in the dining area. Guests can also enjoy a TV lounge with an extensive library, a licenced bar, sun terrace, a dining room and a wine cellar. A hearty breakfast is served daily in the dining room. The Waters is nestled on a well originated from limestone caves below, once featured in Irish folklore. With free parking, this guest house offers easy access to the stunning Irish countryside. Corcomroe Abbey, an early 13th-century Cistercian monastery, is 20 minutes’ drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ciara
Ireland
“Amazing bath best breakfast ever amazing interior so cosy would be lovely at Christmas with fires. Cosy rooms throughout lovely staff. Very different great experience.” - Dengary
Australia
“Maria and Wolfgang, as others have said, are warm and friendly hosts. The whole premises is beautifully crafted to look old using recycled materials but is, in fact, not old. Our little Granny Flat was cute and comfortable. The breakfast was good...” - Jan
Australia
“Peaceful and serene surroundings. Wolfgang is a wonderful host who couldn't do enough for us. Beautiful property. Great nights sleep. Superb breakfast. We felt so refreshed after staying here” - Indiya
Australia
“Favourite place I’ve stayed. The well is AMAZING!! Loved all the furniture, the library, the sitting room and all the beautiful trees around. Bathtubs were great. Could’ve stayed a week. The hosts were awesome too!” - Laura
Ireland
“The property has so much character and very comfortable. The breakfast was fantastic and the owners very friendly and helpful and welcome to children.” - Clara
Spain
“The enviroment, rooms and the people who attended us during our stay. Thank you!” - Francis
Canada
“Beautiful house in the Irish countryside. The location is next to the lovely village of Ballyvaughan, at about 30 minutes of the famous cliffs of Moher. The beds are confortable and the breakfast is fantastic.” - Justin
Australia
“Great experience. Staff were great Will be back for a longer stay next time” - *nick
Ireland
“Beautifully furnished with eclectic antique and classic items. Comfortable and peaceful indoors and out. Very good breakfast, residents areas, tea and coffee, bar, books everywhere, open fires in the evening, friendly and available hosts/owners....” - Karine
Belgium
“Beautiful location - really middle of nowhere! excellent breakfast - fresh eggs/bacon/mushrooms/tomatoes at simple request very helpful owners (helped us finding taxi when we had problems with our rental car)”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.


