Escape to a peaceful countryside haven—approx 25 minutes from Galway City and minutes from the M6.
The Nest barn is a beautifully restored 19th-century farm barn offering the best of both worlds: quick access to vibrant Galway by day, and a tranquil rural sanctuary by night.
Breakfast box to your door in the morning.
Enjoy a farm walk on our organic farm
It serves as the perfect base for exploring the Wild Atlantic Way, Connemara, and the Cliffs of Moher without city traffic.
The space
The Stone Nest Cottage is a bright, open-plan sanctuary designed for slow living and relaxation.
The Ground Floor: A welcoming living area, full bathroom, dressing room next door and well-equipped kitchen and sitting room area
Double-height ceilings with large windows overlooking the countryside, stone walls and the fields of Athenry
The Mezzanine Bedroom: A short staircase leads to a charming, low-ceiling loft bedroom. With a max height of 5ft 8", this space creates a cosy, cocoon-like sleeping area that guests find deeply restful.
The Morning Treat: Every morning, a complimentary, healthy breakfast box filled with fresh treats is delivered straight to your door.
Whether you want to curl up with a book, listen to rain on the roof, or plan your next coastal drive, The Nest barn offers authentic Irish countryside hospitality.
Meet our Shorthorn cows and calves, and learn about organic farming and its benefits. Please note, this experience needs to be pre-booked on arrival.
Athenry town, 10 minutes by car is the best preserved medieval town in Ireland, retaining the upstanding remains of most of its original high-status buildings, in addition to its medieval street pattern and even individual property boundaries, or burgage plots. Over seventy percent of the masonry town wall survives, complete with an impressive arched gateway, five defensive towers and large portions of a surrounding ditch or fosse.
A restored Anglo-Norman castle towers over the medieval streetscape; a ruined Dominican priory and parish church lie within the town walls; a rare late medieval market cross stands
Park the car with regular train services to Galway City, Dublin, and Limerick.
The medieval towns of Athenry and Loughrea offer charming streets, local shopping, great food, and a true Irish atmosphere.
The Michelin-starred Lignum Restaurant is less than 10 minutes from the lodge.
Equidistant from Connemara and the Cliffs of Moher makes the nest a great place to stay to see all
Enjoy scenic drives to Connemara National Park and Burren National Park, and discover fantastic seafood restaurants along the west coast.
Guest access
Guests have full, exclusive use of the Nest barn, including a private entrance and a dedicated outdoor seating area.
You are welcome to wander the open garden spaces, enjoy the peaceful countryside air, and enjoy Jo Jo, our retired Irish draught horse.
Free parking is available directly on-site next to the property
Other things to note
Breakfast Delivery: Your fresh, healthy breakfast box is delivered quietly to your doorstep each morning, allowing you to enjoy your breakfast at your own pace.
Loft Layout: The cozy mezzanine bedroom has a maximum ceiling height of 5ft 8", which creates a wonderfully snug sleeping area but may require taller guests to mind their head.
Farm Life: You will hear the occasional tractor and farm animal sounds.
We love giving guests a true taste of rural Irish life
Eco-Friendly Stay: We are passionate about sustainability. We appreciate your help with recycling and conserving energy during your stay.
Athenry Dry Cleaners Express Laundrette by Olivia. Open Monday to Saturday 8.30 to 6 pm &Saturday till 4 pm
