Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy, Sleeps up to 6. Central Location. | House in Nile Lodge

10.0 (67 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  6 Guests
Claddagh House | Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy, Sleeps up to 6. Central Location.

3 Bedroom House in Claddagh, Nile Lodge

Experience the Timeless Elegance of Nile Lodge in Galway
Welcome to Nile Lodge, the most exclusive private rental house in the City of Galway. Built in 1807, this landmark Georgian residence offers an exceptionally high standard of elegant and spacious accommodation in one of the city's most historic and imposing homes.
Perfectly located in the heart of Galway City, Nile Lodge is a mere five-minute walk from the famous Quay Street, brimming with excellent restaurants, pubs, and shops. The beach and seafront are just as close, offering opportunities for leisurely walks or invigorating jogs along the seaside promenade on the shores of Galway Bay.
Nile Lodge is exquisitely furnished with beautiful antiques and fine décor, featuring vaulted ceilings and elegant chandeliers. Guests can unwind or work in privacy across three reception rooms, each exuding charm and comfort. The interior retains period features such as original fireplaces, wooden floors, and high ceilings, blending historical character with modern luxury.
Set on over an acre of mature, landscaped gardens, this outstanding property provides ample parking and a serene retreat. The high-walled private garden, lawn, and atmospheric patio area make Nile Lodge a particularly desirable rental.
The house comfortably accommodates ten guests, with two bedrooms and two bathrooms on the lower garden level. Each bedroom is thoughtfully decorated, ensuring a restful stay.
The house is quite traditional in layout with a stunning entrance hall and bright, spacious rooms with large windows.
The drawing room and dining room are on opposite sides of the hall and both have a wonderful formality and elegance, while still being comfortable and welcoming. Both rooms are ideal for entertaining on a fairly grand scale. The vaulted ceilings have beautiful plasterwork and marble fireplaces, exquisite hand cut chandeliers, beautiful Irish carpets and superior quality antique furniture all add to the grandeur of Nile Lodge.
There is a luxurious living room at the end of the entrance hall which also has a high vaulted ceiling, magnificent antique furniture and large open fire making it perfect for relaxed, intimate conversation. The living room opens onto a period conservatory which, in turn, opens onto a furnished Italianate patio, the perfect place for summer evening barbecues, relaxing with a glass of wine.
At a Glance:
• Sleeps 6 people
• Three master bedrooms. All on premier floor.
• Three bathrooms
• Spacious gardens with off road parking for three cars.
• A large landscaped back garden, with well kept lawn. Unique in size for a city house.
• High walled patio area to rear of house,
• Welcome pack of groceries.
• Work space quiet area .
• Large living room with a dining table, relaxed seating, big flat screen TV and cable, an open fire and board games
This opens into a pretty Victorian conservatory and Italianate patio
• Old world kitchen with Aga cooker, overhead clothes dryer and modern appliances including dishwasher
• Pantry with a washing machine and tumble dryer
• Free extremely fast Wi-Fi
• Hairdryers and bathroom amenities
Ideal Location in Galway City close to Galway's West End with lots of coffee shops, restaurants and pubs with traditional music.
Nile Lodge is located midway on The Wild Atlantic Way.
It is a perfect location for daytrips to:
• The Cliffs of Moher
• Connemara National Park
• Kylemore Abbey, Killary Fiord, The Twelve Bens of Connemara.
• The Aran Islands
• The Burren
• The Corrib (daily boat trips)
Golf enthusiasts can enjoy many excellent golf courses within an hour's drive, including:
• Galway Bay Golf Course
• Lahinch Golf Course
• Dromoland Castle Golf Course
• Connemara Golf Course
• Salthill Golf Course
• Oughterard Golf Course
• Glenlo Abbey golf Course,
Discover the perfect blend of historical charm and modern luxury at Nile Lodge, your elegant home away from home in Galway.
Enjoy the unique opportunity to stay in one of the city's oldest houses, where history and comfort meet in perfect harmony.

Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy, Sleeps up to 6 Central Location is located in Claddagh. Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy, Sleeps up to 6 Central Location provides accommodation, featuring Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This House features Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Historic Galway City House, Space and Privacy, Sleeps up to 6 Central Location has 3 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Claddagh has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Claddagh, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Dining room
  • Living room
  • Wood stove
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Blender
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Dishwasher
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
  • Near the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Note from host: No smoking inside house
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Tennis on site
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
Entertainment
  • Stereo
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library
General
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 3750 sq ft (348 sq m)
  • English
  • In the mountains
  • On the lake
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • On the waterfront
  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • Next to a golf course
  • Printer
  • Desk
Guest Services
  • Travel crib
  • Children's games
  • Playground
  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Highchair
  • Baby monitor
  • Chef
  • Local meal delivery service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:30 pm contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: we have a baby's cot, high chair and changing mat.
Event Policy
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties;maximum event attendees: 12
Pet Policy
Note from host: discuss with owner pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted;no smoking inside house

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Emily T.
Oct 2, 2025 03:01:45 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: The property was absolutely stunning, clean, and had so much history. It was perfect for our group visiting Galway for a few days. Maire went above and beyond to host us and welcome us into the home by accommodating our arrival time, giving us a tour of the home, and even proving us some groceries! We would definitely recommend this property to anyone visiting Galway!
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