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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Hair dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
Gort/Kinvara, Co Galway
  • Popular LocationKiltartan Hedge School2 min walk
  • Popular LocationCoole Park7 min drive
  • Popular LocationDunguaire Castle15 min drive
  • AirportShannon (SNN)31 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House

Tierneevin, Gort, Co Galway, Ireland

Shawe-Taylor's Old School House is a wonderful place for golf, walking and relaxation. The name Tierneevin is an Irish word meaning 'A Beautiful Place', so the name speaks for itself. This is a most luxurious building and we are very proud of the finish provided. We are certain that our discerning guests will enjoy holidaying in this beautiful part of Ireland. Charming period school house (ca. 1820), recently restored to its original splendour. Eco friendly interior finished with breathable products such as lime mortar on walls, pitch pine and traditional flag on floors. Insulated throughout, the schoolhouse has a high energy rating. With its cathedral style ceilings, wooden beams and a mezzanine/balcony bedroom, it is beautifully presented with antique furniture throughout, adding enormous warmth and character. This is a wonderful place to get away from all the stress in an area of outstanding natural beauty and geology.

Ideally suited for a golfing and/or walking holiday. Gort Golf club is literally on your doorstep with very reasonable rates available, and an excellent clubhouse and restaurant. This superb 18 hole Championship Golf Course is set on 160 acres of picturesque parkland, overlooking the Burren and the Clare Hills. The Golf Course was designed by the 1989 Ryder Cup hero Christy O'Connor. It consists of four outstanding par-3's, a testing par-5 ninth and a terrific par-4, carved through by Burren stone and natural waterways. From the property you can take a delightful 3 mile circular walk, which runs through the Burren landscape. The scenery, birds and wildlife, botany, geology and archaeology - all can be enjoyed on this short walk. Also close by is Kilmacduagh Monastery with several churches and a round tower. The Monastery was established in the 7th century by Saint Colman Mac Duagh, hence the name Kilmacduagh (the church of the son of Duac). Kinvara and Ballyvaughan are nearby fishing and farming villages both on the edge of Galway Bay. For shopping there is Galway City and Ennis, both only 20 minutes' drive from the property. There are many fine restaurants close by in Gort and Kinvara.


Keywords: Old School House self catering home a wonderful place for golf, walking and relaxation

Property manager

John Casey

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Coffee grinder
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House Gort/Kinvara
Luxurious 18th Century Historic School Gort/Kinvara
Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House Gort/Kinvara
Luxurious 18th Century Historic School Gort/Kinvara
Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House Gort
Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House Gort

About the neighborhood

Gort

Located in Gort, this vacation home is next to a golf course and in the mountains. Galway Bay Golf And Country Club and Woodstock Golf And Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Burren Perfumery and Turoe Pet Farm. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Pearse Stadium or Galway Race Course. Jet skiing and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Kiltartan Hedge School - 2 min walk
  • Sweet Tooth Sweet Shop - 4 min walk
  • Gort Golf Club - 6 min drive
  • Coole Park - 7 min drive
  • Dunguaire Castle - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Gort Station - 8 min walk
  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Supermac's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gallery Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Field - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Whelan’s - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bradleys - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House located?

Situated in Gort, this golf vacation home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Coole Park and within 12 mi (20 km) of Dunguaire Castle and Burren National Park. Burren Perfumery and Oranmore Castle are also within 20 mi (32 km). Gort Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 92 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in the country
Beautiful setting for this cottage! We loved our week stay and had a great base to travel in this area. There was plenty of room for 6 adults. We also had so much fun feeding the family donkeys!! Please note that the property is not in the city area of Gort (like the map shows)-it is a few miles outside, in the country. Our family hopes to be back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay, very clean and nice!
We would stay here again, much nicer than online photos depicted!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely lovely
Fantastic house with amazing history. Perfect location for traveling around the west. Absolutely loved our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S., Colorado Springs, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Warm and inviting home
We really enjoyed staying in the school house converted into a family home. It felt very spacious and warm and inviting as if we were at our own home. Brid welcomed us and showed us how to work everything. Some of it was different for us coming from the States so the tour was appreciated. We recommend this house rental 100%!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron Z., Ettrick, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness
The School House was a Treasure.
There were 4 of us. Originally I thought the property was closer/or in town. It is not. You are about 2km from town. But that is ok. This place is really nice, we loved it. From this location, with a rented car, Ireland is your oyster. We day tripped from the house in every direction, plus Gort has a rail connection and Dublin is an easy trip away. The accomodations are spot on and John is a helpful host. We would rebook in an instant.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
First time in Ireland
This was our first trip to Ireland and it couldn’t have been better. The old school house was just what we were looking for. John was so helpful with places to see. He told us about the Burren Perfumery so we drove out to it. The drive alone was wonderful. The perfumery was excellent, can’t wait for the production be delivered home. I would stay at the old school house anytime! Thank you John, for a wonderful visit to Ireland!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Large House in the Country
It was a quiet place, around the corner from a Catholic Church, where we attended Mass. It was charming. Isolated from the hurly-burly of the town of Gort. Beds were comfortable and kitchen was superb. Living room was large and comfortable and plenty of shelf space for all our daily stuff.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Anne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming historic house in quiet location
Wonderful stay in beautiful property which was scrupulously clean. More written instructions inside the property would be helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Most Beautiful Accommodation
John and Brid were so very kind and the home is absolutely gorgeous. We loved our stay and enjoyed all the comforts of home and more in this lovely home. We are very grateful to John and Brid for making us feel right at home. We had a fantastic trip and loved our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely rural location
Very nice quiet location but well situated - perfect for Gort and exploring the wider area. House was very well equipped, spacious and comfortable. Hosts were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023