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Reviews of Artists Cove Perfect location in the Heart of Kinvara Explore and Unwind.

Artists Cove Perfect location in the Heart of Kinvara Explore and Unwind.
Kinvara, Galway

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical stay
What an amazing place to spend Christmas! There was a Christmas tree in the window, right next to the fire. We slept great, enjoyed wonderful meals with the fully equipped kitchen, explored the area, walked to a pub or two and just relaxed. Loved our visit. Bernie, that checked us in, was the sweetest. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, Location, Location
We had such a good time in Kinvara. We were steps away from wonderful live music by extremely talented musicians. It really was a wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B., Iowa City, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Kinvara stay
We really enjoyed staying at the cozy apartment. The location was wonderful and very convenient. The apartment layout was unusual, but offered us everything the 4 of us needed. The showers were warm and easy to use. The upstairs would be difficult access for those with a walking disability. It worked for us. Bernie was wonderful. She gave us a guided tour of the apartment and information about sites & restaurants around the area. We would stay here again! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Perfect location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arlene E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Very suitable for 3 seniors. Easy access to pubs & restaurants. Easy to find & only a short walk to the waterfront. Love the outdoor space with a cloths line. Definitely recommend to a family as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Don't Hesitate to Book This
Our family of five adults fit into this space perfectly. Location is awesome. Exactly as pictured. Tony and Bernie were quick to respond to us when needed. Don't hesitate to book this lovely space.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quirky accommodation, great location.
Suited our needs very well for 2 couples. Great location for exploring Co Galway & Co Clare, and good selection of local pubs and restaurants within walking distance. Excellent Friday market in Kinvara. Communication from Tony (and Bernie on arrival) was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding!
Tucked into side street in the beautiful village of Kinvara, Artists Cove offers comfortable and cozy accommodations in a great location. You’re literally steps away from shopping, great food and local colour. Bernie was on hand to check us in and offer advice and details and we even had the chance to meet Tony as well. The beds are comfortable, the WiFi and TV work well and there was always plenty of hot water for showers and laundry. A splendid time was indeed had by all. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent home away from home!
We really enjoyed our stay in this home. The village of Kinvara is picturesque and perfectly situated between Galway and the Cliffs of Moher to allow you to visit both. Beds were comfy and the home was well appointed. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in a small town
What a great place within steps to grocery, restaurants, pubs, and even a castle. The back patio area was perfect for an afternoon beer or ice cream for the kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
location, location, location
This property is all about the location - it is stellar. Kinvara itself is a lovely, little bay town, and a nice base for us to daytrip to Galway and the Aran Islands. The property is in a very walkable area -- pub, coffee shops, restaurants, grocery stores, playgrounds, a pier, and even a CASTLE are all from 15seconds to 10mins walk. Fabulous. The locals in Kinvara were all very friendly and we enjoyed chatting with them. Being so close to the pub, I was worried it would be hard to sleep, but the whole town shuts down at a reasonable hour and we had no issue with noise. The inside of the property did resemble the pictures however it felt cluttered and disjointed. On the other hand, the pink bedroom was really very pretty, and it was great that unit had enough beds and bedrooms for the kids in our family. Washer and dryer worked properly and we always had hot water. My one recommendation is blackout curtains in the upper bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Excellent location, close to grocery store and pubs. Cute, charming cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda, Clarksville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a charming home right in the heart of Kinvara within easy walking distance of pubs, restaurants and the grocery. Beautifully appointed with lovely houseplants and comfortable furniture. Once I figured out how to text the caretaker from my American phone she was very responsive and kind. A gorgeous little spot.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable visit
Warm and cosy interesting property. Very conveniently situated in the heart of Kinvara..The manager was very friendly and helpful despite our late arrival due to ferry issues. Parking was not a problem even though the road was fairly busy at times.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family holiday
Nice house in a lovely town
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Great Guests, Punctual and good Communication.

10/10 Excellent

Patti S., Key west Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Kinvarra
Sweet little funky place! Loved the house and it was steps away from grocery store, pubs, coffeehouse, farmers market and a Castle! Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Patti and here Family were lovely Guests, Left the place as found and were great to communicate with A joy to Host. Please come again..

10/10 Excellent

sue v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kinvara Stay
The property was perfect!! Well equipped and comfortable and the perfect location for a nice stay in Kinvara! I can't wait to come back!
Stayed 33 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Sue and here Family stayed a Month with us were lovely Guests, Left the place as found and were great to communicate with A joy to Host. Please come again..

10/10 Excellent

Annette F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect family cottage
We loved our stay. Bernie was wonderful helping us get checked in and providing details about the home and village. We'd love to cone back. We made great family memories here. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Annette and here Family were lovely Guests, Left the place as found and were great to communicate with A joy to Host. Please come again..

10/10 Excellent

Natalia W., Edmond, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
This cozy little town home was in such a great location. Easy access to bars and restaurants as well as the castle just down the road. We were able to call this home base and explore the Cliffs of Moher as well as Galway, all within a reasonable drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Natalia and here Family were lovely Guests, Left the place as found and were great to communicate with A joy to Host. Please come again..

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and convenient
The home was clean, spacious, and charming. Communication with Bernie was great. The home comfortably held the 5 of us. It was very conveniently located in the beautiful and friendly town of Kinvara. Everything is within walking distance. It is under an hour to both Galway and the Cliffs of Moher. There is a nice farmers market on Fridays where we were able to meet some of the locals and buy food and crafts. The local coffee shop, grocery, pubs, and restaurants were all nearby and very nice. Dunguaire Castle is a ten minute walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Paul and his Family were lovely Guests, Left the place as found and were great to communicate with A joy to Host. Please come again..

8/10 Good

Tricia T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kinvara cottage
Lovely quirky cottage in the centre of Kinvara. Had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Coleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Warm Irish Welcome
Kinvara is a small town with big charm. The property is equally charming and very well equipped for guests. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Thank You Coleen, It was a delight hosting You all. You are welcome back anytime.

8/10 Good

Joseph C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Appropriately located property for sightseeing in the West
We arrived at the appointed time and spent 15 minutes with the host Bernie. She informed us about the accommodations and the area. This information was accurate and very helpful. Would use this location again without doubt.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Great house. Bernie met us and was awesome. You can walk to everything in town in five minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Megan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place near Galway
We enjoyed our stay in Kinvara, there were several restaurants to walk to and we walked to Dungquaire castle and did the banquet dinner there. The house was comfortable. My kids (3 and 6) enjoyed the back yard space. We took the bus to Galway a couple times but there were limited times coming back. Driving it took about 25 mins to get Galway and there was no traffic. I couldn’t find any tours leaving out of kinvara, but I wish I had looked harder for some as we were going into Galway most days to leave for tours. Overall, if someones looking for a quaint and quiet place to stay this fits the bill
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Perfect location for exploring the area. We could walk to pubs, shops & restaurants easily and plenty of space for a family of five!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Tracie was a joy to Host, She and her companions really looked after our Home and left it as found. Communication went smoothly. Would love to Host again

10/10 Excellent

Ed W., Annapolis, Md. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly located in the quint and unspoiled town of Kinvare
Close to the Cliffs and the Burren. Cool town. Nice pubs...close to everything. Only negative was the dryer didnt work which was a bummer for us and we had planned to use it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fab New Years stay with young family
Had a great stay. House was central, lots of parking. House was cosy and well equipped. Weather was wet so we were all happy to return to this lovely cosy house to relax. Good WiFi and enough tv channels to get by. Beds were comfy also. Thanks to Bernie and Tony for being great hosts. All the best until the next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location and Unique Experience
Our family had a wonderful time staying at this charming cottage. The location was ideal for day trips to the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren, and the village locale made for wonderful evening walks to admire Dunguaire Castle and enjoy some wonderful meals. Truly great experience and one we won't soon forget!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Maeve O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini break
This town house has great character and charm. We were very happy with our stay, and would recommend to a friend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maggie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely quirky home
Good location for traveling to Cliffs of Mohair Alliee caves Bunratty castle. Quiet village great house
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Faye C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay in a beautiful cottage
We were over the moon with the property and had the most lovely stay! The check in process was easy, with lady who checked us in was so welcoming & helpful, giving us lots of info about the property and local area. The cottage is beautiful & quaint and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. It has a lot of character (just like the town) and is very cosy. Kinvara is a special place, the cottage is right by 2 shops and a handful of old traditional pubs where we met lots of friendly locals. It's also right next to the harbor and a short walk from the castle which are both lovely, We hired a car, which I would recommend as it allowed us to get around and explore the Burren area and drive to Galway easily - make sure to check out some of the caves in the area ! It's difficult & can be time consuming when choosing somewhere to stay, but we honestly couldn't have picked a better place to stay, both in terms of the property and the location! Thank you for everything :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kinvara Stay
From booking to check out everything was very easy. The property manager was extremely accommodating and accessible. The flat had a ton of charm and was near anything we could need. I would absolutely book this property again as it made our stay in Kinvara one of the trips highlights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

JoLynn W., Alsip, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a family of 4
We loved this house as our home base. The beds were comfortable. Wifi worked great. Kitchen had mostly everything to cook our breakfast each morning. An extra frying pan would be helpful though. The shower downstairs was wonderful but you cannot take a shower upstairs and downstairs at the same time. There was a washer/dryer maching that we used but written instructions on how to use would have been. helpful. Kinvara was very nice as after the day trip we could walk to the pub for pint.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis M.

Cozy and convenient
5 adults on holiday! 3 bedroom and two bathroom were perfect. The kitchen was quirky with 2 locations, dishes, dishwasher and sink in one area, the cooking and fridge in another. The fridge was small but we only needed it for breakfast supplies, beer and leftovers from dinner. It was actually quite functional. The little courtyard in the back was peaceful after a day of site seeing. Super walkable to every thing in town. Tony was very responsive during the reservation, checking in and checking out. I highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marian P D., Corrales , NM

It was a perfect spot for us to explore the Burren and Aran Islands!
Markets were in walking distance from the house. We only used the kitchen to make breakfast, and had our other meals out. Comfortable beds and plenty of space for us to spread out after a day of exploration. Having been on the road for three weeks prior to our arrival the washer and laundry line were put to good use.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bryan H.

Perfect location. Very comfortable. Thanks for having us.
This was a great place to call home for a few days while visiting the Burren, Cliffs of Moher and Galway. Kinvarra itself is an inviting little town with great character and nice place to recharge. The layout of the apartment was a bit eccentric, but felt authentic in the town setting and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Clare B.

Convenient to everything!
The home had lots of Irish charm. We loved how close it was to Dungaire castle and eating establishments. Some doorways are low so be careful if you are taller than 6 feet. So convenient to Galway city, the Burren and Cliffs of Moher. Great dinner at Pier Head and Irish breakfast at Ishka.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sheila D.

Wonderful stay in Kinvara
Our family of 5 had a wonderful stay! The home was just as described, was clean and had plenty of room. Short walk to the castle, and we made a couple of day trips, so a good location for us. Quaint town with great restaurants, pubs and kind people! We loved Kinvara!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R., Tallahassee, Florida

Fantastic property
My friend and I stayed for one week and we really enjoyed our stay at this property. Comfortable, clean, spacious and well equipped. The beds were comfortable, great water pressure in the showers, WIFI was very good and the courtyard was so nice. Filled with blooming flowers. After a day of driving around and visiting sites it was a pleasure to return to this lovely home. Tony and Genevieve were delightful to work with and made the booking/check-in/check-out process easy. Kinvara is a lovely town with great restaurants and beautiful harbor. I highly recommend this property and Kinvara.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Thank you so much Elizabeth, it was a joy having you stay in our Property and treating it as your own.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Great place, good downtown location
We loved it!! 5 adults had plenty of space. Comfortable in the 3 bedrooms. Easy walk to all pubs and stores in town. Dungaire Castle was also an easy walk. City bus stops right nearby for simple trip into Galway, or down to Cliffs of Mohr or Doolin. All the amenities available, microwave, washer, dishwasher, cable tv and good WiFi. Josts were lovely and accomodating. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Kathy, An absolute pleasure have You and your Friends stay in our Place. We are so glad you had a great time and enjoyed the experience. Please call again when in Kinvara. Best Wishes always, Genevieve.

8/10 Good

Barbara m.

Perfect location steps from the village center, couldn't ask for more.
What a gem. Quirky, comfy home right in the village center, fit all 6 of us without a hitch. The children loved the selection of dvds. Wi-Fi was helpful for planning day trips. Thanks you! Will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peggy P., Brownsville, Oregon

Welcoming with all the essentials
We loved our stay in Kinvarra. The six of us (adults) had plenty of room, comfy beds, brilliant location. Walk to the shopping, dining,the bay, the castle. Drive to The Burren, Moher, Galway, within an hour. Perfect. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Erika L.

Cozy and Comfortable!
We loved our stay at Niamnh's House! We traveled as a family of six (two adults and four teens ages 18, 17, 15 and 13!). The house fit us perfectly with plenty of space to move about and not bump into each other (not an easy task for a family of six!). The house is comfortable and well appointed. We appreciated the use of the kitchen, the washer and all the lovely details that make this house so inviting. The location could not be more perfect. We were a short drive from all the sights we wanted to see along the West Coast of Ireland as well as so many great shops just outside your door in Kinvara. We enjoyed lunch at Keogh's and breakfast at the Gentian Cafe. We utilized shopping at the Londis and the pharmacy and attended Mass on Sunday at St. Colman (tiny...get there early for a seat!). This was the perfect place for us to introduce our children to Ireland and we hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Glenn H.

Great location - Very clean and tony & Genevieve were great to deal with before and during our stay.
Great location for visiting the Cliff of Moher, Galway, the Burren, Aran Islands and of course the Local pubs with great music!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M., Longs, SC (Myrtle Beach area)

Perfect place for extended stay in West of Ireland!
We stayed here for three weeks in June. First the two of us, then my wife's sister arrived for a week, then our best friends (husband and wife) showed up for six days. There was plenty of space with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Location is absolutely ideal! Just outside Galway, it was never more than hour's drive to reach all the "Wild Atlantic Way" sights. In town, all the restaurants and pubs are within a five minute walk. The full kitchen made eat-in meals simple (grocer only two blocks away). The washer/dryer worked well, once we learned not to overload it! Living area downstairs was cozy and comfortable. Cannot recommend this house more highly. We loved every minute of our stay!
Stayed 21 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Perfect location
Great place to stay. Communication first-class, neighbour very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Than you so much for your kind comments. Its been a pleasure having you stay in 'Teach Niamh'. Geni

10/10 Excellent

Gisela T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vielfältiger Urlaub
Schöne Landschaft, lebendiges buntes Städtchen, guter pub und gutes Frühstück und Kaffee in wild beans unmittelbar nebenan und sehr offene und freundlich Begegnungen mit Iren.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Thank you Gisela, Do hope you enjoyed the House and managed to play some Music.