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Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Gort/Kinvara, Co Galway
  • Place, Kiltartan Hedge School
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Eyre Square
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Quay Street
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shannon (SNN)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gort

This vacation home is located within a few miles (5 km) of Coole Park and Gort Golf Club. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a fenced private yard.
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What's nearby

  • Kiltartan Hedge School - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Coole Park - 10 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Eyre Square - 37 min drive - 30.2 miles
  • Bunratty Castle and Folk Park - 37 min drive - 37.6 miles
  • Quay Street - 38 min drive - 30.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gort Station - 8 min walk
  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brazza Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Gallery Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hennellys - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tal Vez Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Field - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House

Tierneevin, Gort, Co Galway, Ireland

Shawe-Taylor's Old School House is a wonderful place for golf, walking and relaxation. The name Tierneevin is an Irish word meaning 'A Beautiful Place', so the name speaks for itself. This is a most luxurious building and we are very proud of the finish provided. We are certain that our discerning guests will enjoy holidaying in this beautiful part of Ireland. Charming period school house (ca. 1820), recently restored to its original splendour. Eco friendly interior finished with breathable products such as lime mortar on walls, pitch pine and traditional flag on floors. Insulated throughout, the schoolhouse has a high energy rating. With its cathedral style ceilings, wooden beams and a mezzanine/balcony bedroom, it is beautifully presented with antique furniture throughout, adding enormous warmth and character. This is a wonderful place to get away from all the stress in an area of outstanding natural beauty and geology.

Ideally suited for a golfing and/or walking holiday. Gort Golf club is literally on your doorstep with very reasonable rates available, and an excellent clubhouse and restaurant. This superb 18 hole Championship Golf Course is set on 160 acres of picturesque parkland, overlooking the Burren and the Clare Hills. The Golf Course was designed by the 1989 Ryder Cup hero Christy O'Connor. It consists of four outstanding par-3's, a testing par-5 ninth and a terrific par-4, carved through by Burren stone and natural waterways. From the property you can take a delightful 3 mile circular walk, which runs through the Burren landscape. The scenery, birds and wildlife, botany, geology and archaeology - all can be enjoyed on this short walk. Also close by is Kilmacduagh Monastery with several churches and a round tower. The Monastery was established in the 7th century by Saint Colman Mac Duagh, hence the name Kilmacduagh (the church of the son of Duac). Kinvara and Ballyvaughan are nearby fishing and farming villages both on the edge of Galway Bay. For shopping there is Galway City and Ennis, both only 20 minutes' drive from the property. There are many fine restaurants close by in Gort and Kinvara.


Keywords: Old School House self catering home a wonderful place for golf, walking and relaxation
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 1 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House Gort/Kinvara
Luxurious 18th Century Historic School Gort/Kinvara
Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House Gort/Kinvara
Luxurious 18th Century Historic School Gort/Kinvara
Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House Gort
Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House Gort

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Gort, close to Coole Park and Gort Golf Club.

Will I be able to park at Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a smart TV and a kitchen in each house, and some feature lake view.

Does Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Shannon Airport (SNN), which is about 26.3 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House?

Yes, every house at Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House comes with a balcony and some offer lake and mountain views.

Luxurious 18th Century Historic School House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Great location lovely cottage
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We enjoyed our stay, very clean and nice!

We would stay here again, much nicer than online photos depicted!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I felt like I was staying in a mini castle. We had everything we needed. The owners were so nice. It was a very comfortable stay. Gort was a cute little town. Very happy with the house and the hosts. Thank you.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely lovely

Fantastic house with amazing history. Perfect location for traveling around the west. Absolutely loved our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany B.

I hope we can visit again soon! It was just lovely to stay here!

It was a delight to stay at the schoolhouse! Very quiet and completely set up for our stay. Very close to major sites and great access to grocery and dining! We would love to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

We stayed here over Easter. The house is amazing it has everything you could ever need. It’s in an excellent location to visit the sites of Co Clare & Co Galway. The host is a lovely man & easily contacted.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was very spacious, comfortable, superbly quirky, well equipped, comfortable beds, plenty of bathrooms, quiet, peaceful , has its own donkeys to feed, Also very convenient for setting off to different areas of The Burren Very highly recommendable to our friends
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vincent B.

Fantastic stay

The house was absolutely fabulous. Everything was really nice, the beds were very comfortable, the sitting room and fireplace was a perfect 1ay to end the day. This was a great place to base our visit to Ireland!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you!

Had a great time. Close to everything we wanted to see.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Billy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mini castle

Loved our stayed in this beautiful mini castle. Photos don’t do it justice. Beautiful grounds and John and Brid great hosts. Can’t wait to go back to this gem.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely people - lovely house

Exactly what we were looking for and exactly as described
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wild Atlantic Way

Lovely place to stay. Host was generous with his time. Place was welcoming and l have recommended him to family and friends.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely rural location

Very nice quiet location but well situated - perfect for Gort and exploring the wider area. House was very well equipped, spacious and comfortable. Hosts were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Days at the Old Schoolhouse

We enjoyed staying in this well and comfortable renovated schoolhouse. Calm and inspiring surrounding with a lot of trips nearby.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Most Beautiful Accommodation

John and Brid were so very kind and the home is absolutely gorgeous. We loved our stay and enjoyed all the comforts of home and more in this lovely home. We are very grateful to John and Brid for making us feel right at home. We had a fantastic trip and loved our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great countryside cottage

Amazing satay in the Irish countryside in a good location to explore western coast. House was perfect and communication great with owner
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal time

Perfect stay in the old Schoolhouse, John was very helpful when we met to go over details of the house. Location couldn’t be more ideal for exploring the area. Gort has nice restaurants, pubs. Grocery shopping options are Lidl, Aldi,SuperValu. Would love stay again in the near future
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming historic house in quiet location

Wonderful stay in beautiful property which was scrupulously clean. More written instructions inside the property would be helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and quiet

Comfortable, Spacious, Homely, Quiet, in short Perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Petra A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely vacation in Ireland

Very friendly hosts, house is large enough for a Family and utterly clean. All sights at Ireland‘s West Coast are easy to reach because it is close to the motorway. Shops and Restaurants are close by. The Hosts had lots of great tips! We will happily come back!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was absolutely fabulous. We had a great time with our family, and it was so nice of the owner, Brid, to meet us there and show us around the property. She also gave us wonderful recommendations for local restaurants and attractions. The house is centrally located for quick day trips to Galway and the cliffs of Moore, etc. Our children particularly loved interacting with the donkeys and the cows on the perimeter of the property. It was a wonderful house and we highly recommend it. If we ever come back to Ireland, we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. It’s a quiet peaceful setting, yet close to the motorway to access all the places we wished to visit. It made for an excellent place to relax after the days activities. After a rocky a start to our trip we had a little trouble finding the house. It really shouldn’t have been a problem as it is literally next door to the church. John and Brid were there to meet us and help get us situated. We appreciated the personal touch especially John walking out to the road after I missed the turn the first time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in the country

Beautiful setting for this cottage! We loved our week stay and had a great base to travel in this area. There was plenty of room for 6 adults. We also had so much fun feeding the family donkeys!! Please note that the property is not in the city area of Gort (like the map shows)-it is a few miles outside, in the country. Our family hopes to be back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mara L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect House

We had such a nice Week in the old School House, which was lovingly furnished and very good equiped. The introduction through the Owner was very nice and helpful with lots of recommendations for many things. We loved the scenerie around and felt so comfortable there.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large House in the Country

It was a quiet place, around the corner from a Catholic Church, where we attended Mass. It was charming. Isolated from the hurly-burly of the town of Gort. Beds were comfortable and kitchen was superb. Living room was large and comfortable and plenty of shelf space for all our daily stuff.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023