House in Nile Lodge, Galway City

Beautiful Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy , Timeless Elegance.

Beautiful Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy , Timeless Elegance.

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Nile Lodge, Elegant Historic City House , Wonderful Location and Gardens.
Entrance poarch with pretty original Georgian features
Entrance Hallway opening into three elegant spacious reception rooms
Luxurious living room with vaulted ceilings, beautiful Irish fine furnishings
Christmas time in atmospheric elegant surroundings around the open fire

Overview of Beautiful Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy , Timeless Elegance.

5 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6255 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Nile Lodge, Galway City
  • Popular LocationQuay Street12 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity Hospital Galway15 min walk
  • Popular LocationEyre Square2 min drive
  • AirportShannon (SNN)69 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Garden View Superking bed

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom East View

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom West View

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Twin room ensuite shower

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy , Timeless Elegance.

Nile Lodge is the most exclusive private rental house in the City of Galway.
Built in 1807 this is a landmark house offers an unusually high standard of elegant and spacious accommodation in one of the most imposing and historic private residences in the city.
The house is furnished with beautiful antiques and fine furnishings, vaulted ceilings and elegant chandeliers. It has three reception rooms which allow guests to relax or work in privacy.
This outstanding property stands on over an acre of mature, pretty landscaped gardens, and there is also plenty of parking on the grounds.
The high walled private garden and lawn to the rear of the property together with the atmospheric private patio area make this a particularly desirable rental accommodation.
The house accommodates six guests.
We do have two additional bedrooms available to rent, these rooms are only available to guests who are booking the house and are located on the lower garden level of the house.
The house is perfectly located in heart of Galway City, within five minute walk of famous Quay Street, with lots of excellent restaurants and pubs, and a five minute walk to the beach and seafront. The seaside promenade, where you can enjoy a leisurely walk or an invigorating three mile jog on the shores of Galway Bay, is just down the road from the house.
Nile Lodge is located just a few hundred yards from The Wild Atlantic Way, making it a is a perfect base for trips to Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, the Aran Islands, where part of the movie The Banshees of Inisherin was filmed. The Burren in County Clare is just an hours drive from the house. There are large numbers of wonderful walks, including hill walking in the West of Ireland.
There is an abundance of excellent golf courses within an hours drive from the house.
Most popular are Galway Bay Golf course, Lahinch, Drumoland and Connemara golf course. Guests also enjoy the nearby Glenlo Abbey course.





Property manager

Maire MacDermott
Premier Host
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have a baby's cot, high chair and changing mat.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Discuss with owner

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside house
Smoking is allowed in the patio outside the rear of the house.
No additional guests without prior arrangement.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Galway

Located in Galway, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. National Aquarium of Galway and Millennium Children's Park and Playground are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Quay Street and Shop Street. Travelling with kids? Consider Leisureland and Planet Entertainment Centre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Quay Street - 12 min walk
  • University of Galway - 14 min walk
  • University Hospital Galway - 15 min walk
  • Galway Harbour - 20 min walk
  • Eyre Square - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Galway Station - 6 min drive
  • Shannon (SNN) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • Monroe's - 10 min walk
  • Hooked - 9 min walk
  • The Blue Note - 9 min walk
  • The Salt House - 11 min walk
  • Bierhaus - 9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy , Timeless Elegance. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy , Timeless Elegance.?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy , Timeless Elegance.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy , Timeless Elegance. located?

This family-friendly Galway holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Grattan Beach and Quay Street. National Aquarium of Galway and Millennium Children's Park and Playground are also within 15 minutes. Galway Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Jackie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Christmas
We brought our teenage children back to Galway for Christmas. The journey from Australia is always long but getting easier as they grow older. The house is magnificent and the hospitality even better. Maire is generous in more ways than one. Her furnishings are the best. Fabulous antiques, well placed and functional. Beautiful sofas, king size beds, crystal champagne glasses and fabulous lamps to illuminate it all. Her bed linen is of the highest quality and plentiful. The location of the house is perfect for a 10 minute stroll into town or 5 minutes to Salthill and the Prom. We will definitely book this house when next in Galway and recommend you do the same. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

5/5 Excellent

maureen d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exquisite Property, Extraordinary Host
This magnificent home is set on a acre+ of beautifully manicured lawns and gardens. It has all the peacefulness and quietude of a country home, yet it is located in the heart of Galway. It is a short walk to endless restaurants, shops, attractions and Galway Bay. Never have we stayed in a more perfectly situated home. The house itself is lovely with spacious rooms, wonderful king-size beds, working fireplaces, a well-equipped kitchen and all the comforts of home. There were fresh flowers in nearly every room and the housekeepers kept us well-stocked with fresh towels and linens. Our host, Maire, was simply beyond compare. In all of our many, many years of renting houses in the US and abroad, we have never had a host who was more attentive, more helpful or more thoughtful. And what lovely person she is. If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind, unforgettable experience for youself, your family or a group of friends in Galway, this is your place.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

kathleen h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity Home
Absolutely magnificent. Old home with antique furniture but modern kitchen and bathrooms. Every view from every window enchanting gardens. Exceptional host. Definitely returning
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

5/5 Excellent

Lynda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Holiday Ever!
Wonderfully charming property. Clean very comfortable beds, beautiful antique furniture, beyond fully appointed kitchen. The house was fun to come home to after a busy day. The children loved the secret gardens. Great location. Marie, the owner, was a fantastic host.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

5/5 Excellent

Kim G., Baltimore

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful stay
Our recent stay at the Nile Lodge was absolutely wonderful. The property is even more beautiful than the photos. Galway and Salthill sites and restaurants all within waking distance, and ample parking is available on the property. To top it off, Maire was a delightful host. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Maire MacDermott

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I took over the care of this historic house in 1995. I have a great interest of Irish history and culture I have enjoyed hugely looking after this beautiful house and grounds.
I very much enjoyed researching the lives of the previous owners of Nile Lodge, especially the Captain and Commander in Nelsons fleet , William Hutchinson of Nelsons fleet who was its first occupant in 1807.
The famous Rev Peter Daly, was an equally colorful Galway character and in the 1770s was rector of the beautiful St Nicholas Cathedral in the city center.
I love walking the old streets of this city and looking at the pieces of medieval architecture, which can be seen in the beautiful old doorways of Galway.
I also enjoy exploring the nearby countryside and love finding special places to explore
A brisk walk or jog on the nearby seaside promenade which is the longest in Europe is so good for fitness.

Why they chose this property

This house is a place I have always loved. I am very happy in the location near to the sea and city center and have long enjoyable walks near the sea taking in the beauty of Galway Bay. This house was part of the social life of the people of Galway for many years and it is wonderful to see guests enjoy the comfort that it gives.

What makes this property unique

Beautiful Historic House with a wonderful location, in one of most desirable parts of Galway city. Perfect for guests who want to have their own private luxurious holiday rental.
Five minute walking distance to city center and beach.
Located perfectly for daytrips ,sightseeing the major attractions of West of Ireland, The Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, The Burren, Kylemore Abbey, The Aran Islands, Bunratty Castle, Ailwee Caves.
A fantastic base for exploring the wonderful golf courses of the West of Ireland.

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