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The Waters Country House

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Ballyvaughan with free breakfast and bar/lounge

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Terrace/patio
Free daily buffet breakfast
Grand Suite, Mountain View, Annex Building
Grand Suite, Mountain View, Annex Building
Traditional Twin Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Newtown, Ballyvaughan, Ireland
  • Place, Newtown Castle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Aillwee Cave
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Galway Bay
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shannon (SNN)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Triple Room

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Grand Suite, Mountain View, Annex Building

Grand Suite, Mountain View, Annex Building

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Located in an annex building
Daily housekeeping
  • 56 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed, Annex Building

Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed, Annex Building

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Located in an annex building
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Twin Room

Traditional Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Ballyvaughan

At The Waters Country House you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Newtown Castle and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Aillwee Cave. Highlights at this guest house include free buffet breakfast and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find a garden, free newspapers in the lobby and luggage storage. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Newtown guest house include Galway Bay and Poulnabrone Dolmen.
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What's nearby

  • Newtown Castle - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Aillwee Cave - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Galway Bay - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Poulnabrone Dolmen - 9 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Cliffs of Moher - 24 min drive - 31.6 km

Getting around

  • Ardrahan Station - 42 min drive
  • Shannon (SNN) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hazel Mountain Chocolate - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪O'Donohue's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Monks Seafood Pub & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Linnane's Lobster Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Larder - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Waters Country House

Guesthouse in Ballyvaughan with free breakfast and bar/lounge
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at The Waters Country House.

This 3.5-star Ballyvaughan guest house is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Waters Country House offers 13 accommodations with free newspapers and complimentary bottles of water. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Waters Country House Guesthouse Ballyvaughan
Waters Country House Guesthouse
Waters Country House Ballyvaughan
Waters Country House
The Waters Ballyvaughan
The Waters Country House Guesthouse
The Waters Country House Ballyvaughan
The Waters Country House Guesthouse Ballyvaughan

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Waters Country House?

The Waters Country House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Waters Country House?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Waters Country House?

The closest beach to The Waters Country House is Fanore Beach (7.9 km).

Does The Waters Country House serve breakfast?

Yeah, travelers give top marks to the free buffet brekkie here! Served daily between 8 AM and 10 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Waters Country House?

No, The Waters Country House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Waters Country House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Waters Country House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

The Waters Country House Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 338 out of 392 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 392 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 392 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 392 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 392 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is awesome! Great experience that you have to try.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jason, Perth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quirky accomodation off the beaten track. Feels very dated and not easy to reach due to narrow approach roads and limited dining options, but that is part of its charm. The hosts are extremely accommodating. Perfect for getting away from the stresses of modern life.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a treasure this place is. Great hosts. Beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Le site est magnifique. Nous avions une superbe vue de notre chambre et Wolfgang le propriétaire est vraiment gentil.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great private location in the Burren with huge vistas. Wolfgang and Maria are fantastic hosts. It is rustic, and I would suggest staying away from the economy king room we had which had no view and was pretty simple. Still, a unique property and memorable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henning

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Charming country bnb in a beautiful setting. Host and hostess were very friendly and welcoming, excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. We loved it and will absolutely come again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful space, easy driving across the Burren. The owners are wonderful. We will stay here next time for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful bed and breakfast. Hosts were very kind and accommodating. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbagale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at The Waters County House! It was a lovely little place in the countryside with gorgeous views, lovely staff, and a delicious breakfast! I especially loved the beautiful fountain in the back of the property that let me settle down and sketch for the night! Thank you so much for the stay!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great stay. great ambience
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Victoria

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property, wish I would have stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
We were greeted with such kindness and loved every aspect of this accommodation. The breakfast was bountiful, delicious and there were displayed with much charm. Having breakfast on fine China was a treat. We had the pleasure of speaking with the owners who were quite delightful. Would definitely recommend and hope to return
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful property and accommodation. The host was amazing and breakfast was fantastic. Would come back. The best accommodation my wife and I have stayed at during our 2 weeks in Ireland. 10 out of 10.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hosts, welcoming and well-appointed rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Waters is a delightful country house in the Burren. Maria and Wolfgang are impeccable hosts. The house has beautifully decorated sitting areas. We had a lovely evening in the sitting area - chatting with other guests. Breakfast was delicious - very fresh vegetables with hearty eggs. Highly recommend. Thanks Maria and Wolfgang for the lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

(New) Old-World Charm!

If you are looking for old-world charm, this is the place! You cannot beat the charm, or the lovely couple who own the property. There is even a fresh spring fountain that the property was built around. The most delicious and pure spring water ever! The property is beyond gorgeous, as are the views! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely stay at the Water's Country House. Our three children said this was by far their favorite place in Ireland! We all loved the country quiet, starry skies, and the occasional neighbor "moo!" We sat by the fire in the house drawing room and played cards at night. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Authentic home, landscape and neighborhood are tranquil Owners are kind and attentive
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

CARL, Doral

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024