Title: CARTRON COTTAGE, family friendly in Ballintubber, County Mayo - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6352901&destination=Ballintober%2C+County+Mayo%2C+Ireland&selected=99285516&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # CARTRON COTTAGE, family friendly in Ballintubber, County Mayo ## Photo gallery for CARTRON COTTAGE, family friendly in Ballintubber, County Mayo ![Property grounds - CARTRON COTTAGE, family friendly in Ballintubber, County Mayo (Ballintober)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99290000/99285600/99285516/74567839.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - CARTRON COTTAGE, family friendly in Ballintubber, County Mayo (Ballintober)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99290000/99285600/99285516/270fb8d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - CARTRON COTTAGE, family friendly in Ballintubber, County Mayo (Ballintober)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99290000/99285600/99285516/1704678a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, internet - CARTRON COTTAGE, family friendly in Ballintubber, County Mayo (Ballintober)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99290000/99285600/99285516/8740fc7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - CARTRON COTTAGE, family friendly in Ballintubber, County Mayo (Ballintober)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99290000/99285600/99285516/a08daae5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the picturesque village of Ballintubber, Cartron Cottage offers a peaceful retreat. With a woodburning stove, electric oven and hob, microwave and TV, this charming cottage is perfect for self-catering. Enjoy meals in the dining area or unwind outdoors in the rear garden with tables and chairs. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41130 sq ft ## Popular amenities ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### CARTRON COTTAGE, family friendly in Ballintubber, County Mayo Cartron Cottage in Ballintubber, County Mayo, sleeps four in two bedrooms. This single-storey property consists of an open-plan living space with a kitchen with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, dining seating for four and a sitting area with TV and woodburning stove. The bedrooms consist of a double and a twin bedroom, along with a shower room. Outside, there is a rear, side and front garden with tables and chairs, a parasol and off-road parking for three cars. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. Apologies, no pets, and no smoking. For your convenience, there is a shop with 1.6 miles and a pub within 1.7 miles. Cartron Cottage is a charming escape for a countryside stay in County Mayo. It would also be the perfect setting for a bridal party getting ready for the big day, or perhaps for a couples romantic honeymoon. Amenities: Electric storage central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. TV, WiFi. Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for 3 cars. Rear, side and front garden with furniture and parasol. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 1.6 miles, pub 1.7 miles Region: The West of Ireland conjures up many images; thatched, whitewashed cottages, a flock of sheep on a narrow road, an emerald green field with a stone wall, or the Atlantic waves crashing into towering cliffs and rocky shores. Town: Ballintubber is a small village in Mayo known for Ballintubber Abbey. This quaint community is set against the Partry Mountains, ideal for walkers. Corley's Bar serves home-cooked meals and local ales, and a gas station and convenience store are nearby. Lough Carra, perfect for a stroll and picnic, and Moore Hall offer rich woodlands just outside the village. A scenic drive leads to Westport House and Saleen Lake. Castlebar is a great place to relax and enjoy nature. You can stroll or picnic in Mayo Peace Park and Castlebar Greenway. Rua Cafe and Delicatessen has sandwiches, salads, and pastries. House of Plates is a formal restaurant. With many restaurants and bars, you can relax after a day of sightseeing. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1,130 square feet ## Similar properties ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76700000/76691200/76691106/e77450fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Snug Townhouse Galway City Centre - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk 9.0 Wonderful 718 reviews CA $126 CA $143 total includes taxes & fees Apr 12 - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 609961 ## About the area Ballintober is home to this cottage. Ballintubber Abbey and Temple of the Nuns are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Westport Golf Club and Balla Golf Club. Mayo Leisure Point and Linenhall Arts Centre are also worth visiting. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## CARTRON COTTAGE, family friendly in Ballintubber, County Mayo Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janice C. Nov 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Home away from Home Such a friendly greeting and a very comfortable cottage. Everything was provided with lots of extras too. Care and attention to detail was second to none. It was a pleasure to come home to this charming home. ##### Janice C. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark Q. Dec 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mr Brilliant , host is fantastic and a very warm welcome complete with a welcome pack , this cottage has everything you need, the location of the cottage is ideal for exploring the west . ##### Mark Q. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ben Dec 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Perfect stay. Nice and cosy. Check the shed for clothes racks. ##### Ben Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Jill and Ian M. Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It is a sweet property with a lovely owner. It is full to the brim with ##### Jill and Ian M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### k m. Apr 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mid week break My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our short stay at Cartron cottage. We got the warmest Irish welcome from the lovely Kathleen, complete with the best home made brown bread and marmalade. The cottage was spotlessly clean and it contains everything you could possibly require. Thank you Kathleen so much for everything. ##### k m. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate T. May 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delightful Stay We had a lovely time at Cartron Cottage. Kathleen could not have been more welcoming. She even came to get us when we got lost on our way. She had left a bottle of wine to help us settle in and there was home-made bread and marmalade for breakfast. Kathleen had thought of everything to make our stay perfect.The cottage is in a great location - 20 minutes to Westport and Castlebar and with easy links to Knock Airport, Sligo, Galway and Connemara, and yet in a very tranquil setting.Thoroughly recommended. ##### Kate T. 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