[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Old Schoolhouse - sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms Cottage in Burren with fireplace ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111110000/111105500/111105460/10eddf30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111110000/111105500/111105460/fef43384.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111110000/111105500/111105460/c1e77d4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111110000/111105500/111105460/81b0327f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils, dining tables](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111110000/111105500/111105460/b8d9930d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Old Schoolhouse - sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom11 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Fireplace - Parking available - Free WiFi ## 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. ### The Old Schoolhouse - sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms The Old Schoolhouse, New Quay is located in the heart of the Burren, just a 10 minute walk from the Flaggy Shore, overlooking Galway Bay. The school house is steeped in history dating back to 1870, when the local children attended classes here. The property has been restored over time to ensure that the old Irish charm has been kept, retaining original features and introducing modern finishes. The Old Schoolhouse is the ideal location to stay for trips to the world famous Cliffs of Moher, The Aran Islands, Galway city; the heart of culture and festivals in Ireland, or just to relax at Linnane's Bar and take in the beach and ocean views of the Flaggy Shore, made famous by Seamus Heaney's poem, Postscript. The Burren is well known for it's unique flora & fauna making the area a fantastic spot to join the many national walking paths that cross the limestone paving, taking in breathtaking mountain and sea views. Staying at The Old Schoolhouse gives the perfect opportunity to access a wide range of outdoor activities; swimming, fishing, climbing, horse-riding, surfing, SUP, scuba; to name but a few. The house has a large open plan living room with high ceilings, log burner and large family dining table. The ideal space to light the fire, sit back and read a book, play cards or to take in the wonderful history of the property. The Old Schoolhouse has free Wi-Fi installed and should you wish to escape the screens, there are jigsaw's, boardgames and a DVD library on hand in the games cupboard. A blue-tooth speaker is provided for your favourite sounds. The kitchen area is fully equipped with a range oven, American style fridge & freezer and central island. There are 2 bedrooms, one spacious double room and a second bedroom with a double bed and bunk-beds, with space for 6 guests to stay. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Hiking nearby ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 11 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75820000/75814100/75814041/d2b4117a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cottage in a beautiful setting overlooking Galway Bay Ballyvaughan - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.6 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=75814041&PinnedHotelID=75814041&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18971400/18971360/270-68bef2a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Niamh's Seaside Cottage Perfect location in the Heart of Kinvara Explore Unwind. 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Kinvara - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=115272175&PinnedHotelID=115272175&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ### Property is also known as 648929 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.15028%2C-9.07397&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bMidrXuRoGlllIvtRd0QKjgtnAA=) New Quay, County Clare #### What's nearby - Galway Bay - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - Eyre Square - 40 min drive - 45.5 km - Galway Harbour - 40 min drive - 45.8 km - Quay Street - 40 min drive - 46.2 km - University of Galway - 41 min drive - 45.8 km #### Getting around - Craughwell Station - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Hazel Mountain Chocolate - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Pier Head - ‬9 min drive - ‪Monks Seafood Pub & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive - ‪Linnane's Lobster Bar - ‬8 min walk - ‪Connolly's Bar & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Old Schoolhouse - sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is The Old Schoolhouse - sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Galway Bay and within 9 mi (15 km) of Corcomcoe Abbey and Dunguaire Castle. Newtown Castle and Carron Polje are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Old Schoolhouse - sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews 10 ### 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jade F. Jul 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful stay at this great property. Fully stocked for our family in terms of games, puzzles, dvds, books, and even art supplies! Really enjoyed our time together here. ##### Jade F. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kevin m. Sep 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy heaven on earth: we had a lovely time it rained every day; the sun shone every day; the rainbows were spectacularthe walking was tremendous on the Burrenand the oysters at Linane's were superb ##### kevin m. Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ema Sep 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The school house is absolutely perfect, was visiting with my mom and all my sisters and we stayed at the tail end of a long trip and it was so peaceful and serene. The host was so accommodating and kind, and the area was incredibly beautiful for walks to the beach. Felt like a kid again 💗 highly recommended! ##### Ema Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Moxy Amsterdam Houthavens](https://www.expedia.ca/Amsterdam-Hotels-Moxy-Amsterdam-Houthavens.h21377106.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Points by Sheraton Toronto Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Four-Points-By-Sheraton-Toronto-Airport.h14440.Hotel-Information) > > [Valia Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit](https://www.expedia.ca/Bangkok-Hotels-Valia-Hotel-Bangkok.h87555119.Hotel-Information) > > [Wailea Ekahi - CoralTree Residence Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Kihei-Hotels-Wailea-Ekahi-Village.h22985.Hotel-Information) > > [Rosedale Condominiums](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels-Rosedale-Condominiums.h5224796.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Downtown Montreal](https://www.expedia.ca/Downtown-Montreal-Montreal-Hotels.0-n6058201-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Peninsula Resort & Spa - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Malevizi-Hotels-Peninsula-Resort-Spa.h4680601.Hotel-Information) > > [Tall Pines Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Eureka-Springs-Hotels-Tall-Pines-Inn.h35765182.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in New York](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels.d178293.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [The Westin Seattle](https://www.expedia.ca/Seattle-Hotels-The-Westin-Seattle.h16673.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Miami](https://www.expedia.ca/Miami-Hotels.d178286.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [ibis Paris Tour Eiffel Cambronne 15ème](https://www.expedia.ca/Paris-Hotels-Ibis-Paris-Tour-Eiffel-Cambronne-15eme.h16049.Hotel-Information) > > [Rosewood Hotel Georgia](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels-Rosewood-Hotel-Georgia.h3107.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from St. Louis (STL) to Winnipeg (YWG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/stl/ywg/st-louis-to-winnipeg) > > [Flights from Rome (FCO) to Budapest (BUD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/fco/bud/rome-to-budapest) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Blountville (TRI)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/tri/calgary-to-tri-cities) > > [Flights from Akyurt (ESB) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/esb/yvr/ankara-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from London (YXU) to Hamilton (YHM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxu/yhm/london-to-hamilton) > > [Flights from Hanoi (HAN) to Winnipeg (YWG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/han/ywg/hanoi-to-winnipeg) > > [Flights from Kelowna (YLW) to Dawson Creek (YDQ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ylw/ydq/kelowna-to-dawson-creek) > > [Flights from Flint (FNT) to Orlando (MCO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/fnt/mco/flint-to-orlando) > > [Flights from Delhi (DEL) to Lisbon District (LIS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/del/lis/delhi-to-lisbon) ### Cruise > [Cruises to Hawaii](https://www.expedia.ca/Cruises-to-Hawaii.d213.Travel-Guide-Cruise) ### Activities > [Things to do in Killaloe](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Killaloe.d4996.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Langley](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Langley.d8530.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Varadero Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Varadero-Beach-Matanzas.d6096952.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Dunn-d's Mini Golf](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunn-Ds-Mini-Golf-Chelsea.d553248621532865572.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Dominican Republic Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Dominican-Republic.d50.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### General > [Visit Smithville](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Smithville.dx3000438459) > > [Visit Bittern Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Bittern-Lake.dx6341605)