Family-friendly vacation rentals in River Shannon

19th Century Georgian House and Nature Reserve

We look forward to welcoming you to Ballincard House! Take a step back in time and enjoy the charm of your private apartment located on the second floor of our 19th Century Georgian home. If desired, we are delighted to guide you through the house and share with you almost 200 years of our home's rich history. Roam freely through our 120 acres of gardens, farmland and woodlands, or enjoy a guided tour of our grounds and learn of present day efforts to transform our land into a nature reserve.

Escape to the beautiful countryside

Sleeping six people, this lovely cottage is ideal for a family or group of friends wanting to enjoy some quality time together amongst the stunning Galway countryside. This charming cottage boasts a fully-equipped kitchen and dining area. The cosy sitting room makes for a superb area for everyone to gather around and enjoy time together. Visit Portumna forest park and castle or enjoy a round of golf at the 18-hole course. With Lough Derg so close, enjoy all the water based activities on offer

The Swallow's Nest

Please don't come here - If you're looking for big city lights, mod cons & public transport. Please do come here - If you're interested in growing your own food, keeping bees, hiking, food preservation, nature, chickens & geese, bats, birdsong & silence (hens/geese/wildlife permitting!). The Swallow's Nest is a tiny barn which sits between Slievenamon & the Comeragh mountains, in the glorious valley known as The Honeylands but is only a ten minute drive from Clonmel, Tipperary's County town.

Secluded cabin on animal sanctuary

The cabin is situated at our home and small self funded vegan/vegetarian sanctuary on a hill, nestled in its own small wild nature garden and developing food forest of fruit, nuts and wild edibles. We have developed our whole site into a track system or otherwise known as Paradise paddock. Meet some of our rescue animals. Sit by the campfire and enjoy the views of the surrounding countryside. It's a great place to enjoy the peace and quiet of the Irish Midlands and surrounding counties.

The Lodge @ Hushabye Farm

A beautifully renovated stone cottage on an idyllic Alpaca farm, in the foothill of the Slieve Bloom mountains. This 2 bedroom oasis has the romance of an old cottage, combined with a modern comfortable finish that will leave you wanting to stay for longer. If the dates you're looking for are not available here, why not take a look at our other listing, Jack Wright's @ Hushabye Farm.. Hushabye Farm was recently awarded overall winner in the Midlands Hospitality Awards 2022...

Magical gothic 3 bedroom mini-castle.

The Clonmellon Lodge is an 18th c. gothic mini castle recently restored, newly refurbished bathrooms and kitchen, all in one floor, with easy access to the grounds of Killua Castle. The Lodge can fit 5 people comfortably. There are 2 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. The first one with an ( American) Queen size bed, and the second with a double size bed. There is an office with a daybed that can sleep an small adult comfortably, and it has a full bathroom next to it.

Lime Kiln Self Catering Cottage

Relax with the whole family at our peaceful country cottage. Lime Kiln Cottage is nestled in the midst of the picturesque Irish countryside, surrounded by lush green fields, rolling hills and stunning views. Conveniently Located just 15 minutes from the heritage town of Birr and just1.5 hours from Dublin and 1 hour from Galway, our cottage is perfect for exploring all of Ireland's hidden heartland has to offer including the stunning River Shannon.

Seaside cottage with spectacular views

*Bookings for next year will open on January 6th 2026* Oystercatcher Cottage is situated in a stunning seaside location enjoying panoramic views over the Atlantic Ocean. It is an old cottage which has been renovated over the years while still maintaining it's rustic charm. It's located close to many beautiful beaches, in one of the most scenic spots along the Wild Atlantic Way in Connemara. The views from the cottage are simply breathtaking.

Wild Atlantic Bus at Aishling Cottage

Welcome to the Wild Atlantic Bus my name is Richard and I have transformed this 28 year old double decker bus after its life’s work transporting people around England and Ireland into a unique holiday and accommodation experience…..the bus is based in the heart of nature and near my country cottage and only a 5 minute walk down a country lane to the famous Lough Corrib one of the last remaining native brown trout lakes in Europe…..