Reviews of Bernie’s Place
49 Aughrim Heights, Ballyliffin, Ireland
#2 of 9 hotels in Ballyliffin
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 70 hotel reviews
9.7Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.8
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Comfort
9.7
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Location
9.8
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Facilities
9.8
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Staff
9.7
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Value for money
9.7
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Free Wifi
8.8
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Reviewed: August 15, 2025
Ann
United Kingdom1 review10“Fabulous and was so close to many activities”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There was 5 of us and we couldn’t get the showers to work properly
The location was excellent for us and what we wanted to do
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: June 22, 2025
Louise
Ireland5 Reviews9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Great Location, house was great 👍. Everything we needed was available in the house.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: June 3, 2025
Gavin
Ireland2 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Excellent stay at Bernie's Place - fantastic location and the house is finished to a very high standard. Bernie was very responsive to us with queries we had, and she ensured we had a wonderful stay in Ballyliffen.
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: May 12, 2025
John
United Kingdom15 Reviews10“Fantastic house within a beautiful area.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Spotless clean and so well prepared.
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: May 11, 2025
Francesco
Ireland52 Reviews6 helpful votes10“It was a lovely weekend”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
It was a great location, so clean and had everything you needed in the house.
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: May 6, 2025
Robert
United Kingdom6 Reviews9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 1 night
The TV's did not seem to be connected to an aerial
Beutiful house, very spacious and really comfy beds.
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: March 29, 2025
Jackie
United Kingdom1 review9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great house, lots of space,really comfortable, pictures don't do it justice! Little touches like the wine on arrival was really nice! Close to hotels and amenities, would definitely come back! 😊
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 28, 2025
Geoff
United Kingdom1 review10“As above”- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We found the property well maintained and extremely comfortable. We had a lovely surprise with a welcoming note and a bottle of complimentary wine which was a wonderful and kind thought from the host. I can 100% recommend this property and would definitely return here.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 4, 2025
Paul
Ireland6 Reviews10“Really lovely house in a really lovely location. Has everything you need. 10 out of 10.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 2 nights
The only tiny minus was that the living room was so big , with the extended part going in to a sun room, it was difficult to get it warmed up. The radiators were not getting as much heat as the rest of the rads in the house. I even borrowed a neighbours radiator key as I thought they might be full of air, but they weren't. Not sure what was up with that. In fairness it was a very cold wknd and Sat night was touching zero degrees. Full disclosure I find most rooms a bit nippy. I like my heat! Anyhow, no points lost... If we are lucky enough to get it in the future I'll bring a bag of logs and light the fire.
The house is very very nice. Quite a luxurious place really. The beds were actually comfy too, which was great. Most Airbnb's have crappy cheap beds. Its in a lovely quiet location and the views are really nice. Its really big too, its alot bigger than it looks from outside. The design is very modern but has a nice cosy vibe.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: February 17, 2025
Gosia
United Kingdom1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Perfect location, close to the beach and great restaurants with beautiful views.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: December 29, 2024
George
United Kingdom2 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The property was everything we wanted and more. We really enjoyed our stay and will hopefully be back again. Host was easy to contact and gave us the information we required.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: December 28, 2024
Fitzgerald
Ireland2 Reviews10“Home from home but better.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
What a pleasant surprise. It was more than what we wanted. A home from home but better. The host was outstanding and very thoughtful. Santa’s Donegal Elf was with us in the house for the duration and even left a note! The children were thrilled. The house was spotless and had everything we needed even for the Christmas dinner. There was plenty of space for all of us. We couldn’t asked for more. Some gorgeous little features in the house.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: December 3, 2024
Irwin
United Kingdom2 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No dislikes at all.
House really clean and modern, everything you need.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: November 11, 2024
Alan
Ireland1 review10“A home away from home. Enjoyable stay in this welcoming, spacious, cosy house.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 2 nights
The walk up the hill back to the house.
Warm, spacious house with all the amenities needed for an enjoyable stay. It was well decorated and spotlessly clean plus it was a great location near Ballyliffin village,
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: November 1, 2024
Seán
Ireland1 review10“Lovely house that was spotlessly clean with all amenties that you would need.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 2 nights
I travelled to Ballyliffin with my wife and two children for the bank holiday weekend. This is a lovely house that was spotlessly clean with all amenities that you would need. Would have no hesitation in recommending this house for anyone staying in the area. Would definitely book again.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 16, 2024
Michael
Ireland5 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
This house was excellent, it was spotless, everything you needed it had it, the personal touches really enhanced our stay,
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 12, 2024
Denise
United Kingdom7 Reviews10“beautiful home 🏡”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bernie's home is beautiful, clean and has everything you need and more. its a home from home 🏡. the location is excellent for travelling and visiting the Inishowen peninsula. well worth a visit.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: September 29, 2024
Louise
Ireland4 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Everything
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: September 9, 2024
Vanda
United Kingdom4 Reviews1 helpful vote10“Had a amazing stay at Bernie’s”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The property was amazing it had everything in that we needed .It was near to the venue that we are attending so perfect.
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: July 28, 2024
Roisin
United Kingdom1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great location for travel to local beaches & places of interest.The area was quiet which was another bonus. The house was spotless and homely so from the outset we felt relaxed. Lots of lovely touches inside so you know Bernie is invested in you having a lovely time which we did. There is space for kids to play outside too. We would highly recommend it Thank you Bernie
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: July 15, 2024
Aislinn
Ireland8 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very comfortable and clean property in Ballyliffen. A home from home. Would definitely stay again when in the area.
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: July 12, 2024
Christine
Ireland3 Reviews9.0“Very enjoyable stay in this spacious impeccable house. Definitely recommend for families travelling with kids .”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing. Couldn’t ask for more!
Great location to explore the stunning coastline of Donegal. Beautiful house, spotlessly clean and very comfortable. Really enjoyed our stay. Would definitely recommend this house.
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: July 4, 2024
Gee
United Kingdom1 review10“Great spot for a family staycation!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Na
Great place stay. House was much bigger then we thought it was going to be. Brillant that there are extra bathrooms when there are 6 of us! Enclosed garden was handy with having a little one! It's in the perfect spot to get out and about round the area!! Beach and park 5 minute drive. We usually stay in Malin Head so this was a lovely change! House was spotlessly clean and very comfortable.
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: July 1, 2024
Kathleen
Ireland2 Reviews9.0“Lovely house and would definitely stay here again,”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Three-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Had to heat the water for showers. That was our only complaint
Spacious, lovely house. We were at a wedding in the Ballyliffen Lodge and Spa and it was less than 10 mins walk away. Very clean. Bottle of wine left on table for us.
Stayed in June 2024
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