Thatched Roof, Elegant Cottage in Doolin, Spectacular Views, Tranquil

Spent four glorious days in Doolin. The Doonagore Cottage was certainly one of the highlights - just a perfect spot from whence to enjoy all that Doolin has to offer.

We couldn’t believe our eyes when we stepped into this gorgeous cottage. The view is *stunning* and you will be hard pressed to leave, however we did make ourselves get out and go explore! We walked down to Cliffs of Moher trail and couldn’t stop smiling there either (until we had to come back up the hill hehe). We also took the ferry ride to see the cliffs from the sea, and though the water was choppy, it was still a fun little ride. We enjoyed live music, mussels, and beef stew at Gus O’Connor’s more than once. We also made our way to the Burren Perfumery to see the beautiful gardens and purchase some delightful goodies that we were able to ship home. Our stay here was one of our favorite parts of our two week vacation in Ireland and Scotland.

We were extremely pleased to find that the online listing with pictures and description matched our in-person visit to this lovely property. This is a beautifully quaint home with a SPECTACULAR view of the western side of Ireland with a castle and ocean in the distance. The owner was very responsive and the locals provided wonderful help for our stay. Highly recommend for anyone who wants a very quiet area with amazing views to check this out!

We loved our stay in the thatch roof cottage. The house itself was so charming and cozy, and the views/setting were amazing! A short 5 min drive into Doolin.

Thank you for sharing your home. Everything was as described and the home/setting was peaceful and just what we needed for our final destination in Ireland. We really did not want to leave and hope to return one day. It was just lovely.

The cottage was spectacular and the view was stunning! Deirdre was extremely helpful and attentive, would definitely stay there again!

We absolutely loved this property. It's situated on a grassy hill above a beautiful tower ruin and the sea. The town of Doolin is darling with lots of little shops and the great pub Gus O'Connors, and the larger town of Lisdoonvarna has supplies like a pharmacy, market, gas, etc. Easy to find. Clean. Great views. I wish we could have stayed a month!

We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful home! The view is stunning….imagine overlooking a castle! It is very easy to get from the house to the little town of Doolin and it is a perfect location to visit the Cliffs of Moher (an absolute must do)! Elizabeth was lovely to work with! We hope to return someday!

Our family absolutely loved the stay in Doolin! The house was spectacular in every way. To top things off, we lucked out with some great weather. Inside, the view from the Observatory down to the Doonagore Castle and the village/coastline never ceased to refresh and inspire. Outside, we enjoyed our daily walks into the village (1 mile) or to the Cliffs Walks which start just before entering the village. We even enjoyed the peaceful walk back up the hill, although the last leg near the castle gets very steep. When we reflected on our highlights from Doolin, we all agreed this quiet walk made us appreciate Doolin all the more. On a side note, although the road was lightly travelled, we brought along a reflector vest and flashlight for added safety. A shorter hike but also rewarding was to walk down to Castle and take a left at The Clare Jam sign. This road was flat and overlooked the Cliffs Walks and the Aran Islands beyond. Other highlights during our 5 days included the Doolin Ferry ride to the small island. Be sure to book the ferry that returns alongside the cliffs for some majestic views. We also booked Martin Murphy from Private Tours for a half-day Burren tour. A must if you have time. For a small town, Doolin has 3 great pubs, as well as several great dining spots including a Michelin Star restaurant. Our favorite was The Ivy Cottage. To sum up, our families quick one or two words about our stay were: magical, quaint, scenic, well appointment & a slice of heaven!

We had an amazing stay at this beautiful home. The views are stunning. Home is gorgeous and perfect for a family. Large lawn to play games and the round room in front looks over the castle and was a favorite hangout. Exceptional property!

My two cousins and I stayed at this warm inviting home. As the house had three bedrooms en-suite it fitted our needs beautifully. So many extras available (bedding, towels, excellent basics in the kitchen). Would highly recommend this home as a wonderful base. The views were absolutely stunning.

The location and the view are amazing, The home was warm and comfortable. An amazing find for the Ireland adventure in the Doolin area.

This was our second stay at this cottage in Doolin. This time some of our family joined us. Everyone was taken by the charm and comfort of the house. They were captivated by the view from the conservatory and we all spent time outside on the property drinking our morning coffee or tea. The house is well situated on the Wild Atlantic Way so we could visit Dingle and Galway. Both Niall and Deidre were gracious caretakers. Our two weeks in Doolin are now a forever memory

Lovely! Everything was as hoped for in a warm and comfortable stay! Views were amazing! Real gratitude!

Enjoyed lovely sunsets and perfect weather while doing day trips to Ashford Castle, Cliffs of Moher, and Caher Gardens. Stay was just not long enough!

This house and town will hold a special place in our family’s heart forever. It is amazing. The home was perfect for our family of 4 ( kids ages 10 and 12). Everything we needed was there and available. The yard and view were breathtaking. The beds comfy, everything was clean and commutation was great. Thank you for such a wonderful stay in an amazing town. We can’t wait to come back.

The best view in all of Doolin

We loved this house the moment we saw it! It sits high on a hill above the sea and a castle! You can see the Aran islands and the cute town of Doolin below. Sunsets were amazing! We walked down the steep hill to Doolin once. Very difficult climb back up so we didn’t do it again. The house was just right for the 4 of us. The viewing room was where we spent all of our time. It was our first time in Ireland and this house was the perfect Ireland setting!

We played 4 courses in 4 days. The Thatched Cottage could not have been more convenient and lovely a stay. It has abundant charm and views beyond words.

We simply loved this gem just a stones throw from the small town of Doolin. It is a wonderful home base for exploring the wild Atlantic way but also perfect if you just want to sit outside (or in the lovely living room!), looking out over the ocean and the castle practically on the doorstep! Don't miss a meal at Homestead Cottage, a five minute drive away. We would return in a heartbeat!

The view of the castle and ocean out the back windows was an incredible way to start the day. Hiked to the Cliffs of Moher & took the ferry from Doolin to the Aran Islands. The house is charming, comfortable & quiet. Highly recommend it.

It is not easy to be cozy and spectacular at the same time, but this is both. Along with the view of the castle and Aran Islands, we were also impressed with the furniture and lovely artwork. The washer and dryer were a plus. There are a number of pubs within a short drive, but little far for walking. Indeed the cottage is wonderfully located, close to Galway, the Cliffs, and the fabulous Doolin Cave. Indeed this cottage is a gem.

Absolutely wonderful!! The cottage was beautiful and offered everything we needed!! The view out the back was SO phenomenal, it brought tears to my eyes!! I could of stayed there forever! Our cow neighbors were great! The individual bathrooms were awesome. We celebrated my daughter’s 21st birthday while staying here :). Was a short drive to town and to the ferry. We all were soooo happy and in aw of this property!!! Thank you!

This is a beautiful home with a postcard amazing castle view. We enjoyed every minute and only wish we could have stayed longer. Any questions were responded to very quickly by the O’Dwyers. I would definitely stay here again if we ever have the chance to come back to Ireland. A magical place.

We had a wonderful time during our stay at this cottage. The view is absolutely fantastic and pictures don’t do it justice. We enjoyed the peaceful mornings and our furry cow neighbors. I will definitely stay here again!

It was exactly what we all needed in comfort, ambience and convenience. A great place to hang out and recharge to head out for more adventures.

The house could not have been more enchanting Every room had a beautiful view of the pastures or of the ocean below. We enjoyed the walk to the cliffs of moher and exploring the many shops and pubs in Doolin It was everything we could have hoped for and more. We hated to leave

This charming and well-equipped house is the perfect base for exploring County Clare, the Aran Islands and Galway. The views are remarkable!

The views from this home are so beautiful. We had a lovely time, thank you!

The home was actually portrayed in the overview. Lovely, warm and comfortable. My only concern was the mattresses. They were worn and old. Really need to be replaced.

We had a wonderful stay in this idyllic home above the town of Doolin. The breathtaking view from the conservatory and convenience to town and the cliffs made our stay all the more memorable. We highly recommend this place for a stay on The Wild Atlantic Way.

Impressive country house with stunning views of the Doolin harbour and Aran islands. Clean, comfortable, very private accommodations with more room than the two of us could ever use. A great home base for exploring the West coast, very close to the Cliffs of Moher. A few minor problems: someone needs to reprogram the free-to-air sat receiver as the channel definitions for the default U.K. stations do not seem to work; Irish stations are fine. There apparently was no need to check-in at the caretaker’s inn ahead of time as the house key was already left at the rental property. This may have been because the caretakers themselves were not there to greet us, just a member of the inn staff, and she seemed a bit confused as why we were there. In spite of these very minor issues, we had a wonderful time at this property and would go back in a minute.