Many more 5-star reviews can be found on our Airbnb listing.

 

 

"Our family of five (two adults, three kids) had a wonderful month long stay at Catherine’s house! The location is absolutely serene, peaceful, and beautiful, and the house is cozy, comfortable, and large enough for a while family. Catherine was always very kind, and quick to help with any questions we had. Louisburgh was only a few minutes away and had everything we needed. Everything in the house worked well, including the Internet. We highly recommend Catherine’s house! It’s even more beautiful than the photos" April 2024

 

"We would like to thank you for the great time we had in your wonderful house. Everything was perfect, nothing was missing. We had wonderful days and enjoyed just looking out of the window or going for a walk on the beach. It was not easy for us to say goodbye today, even though we are still staying in Ireland." December 2023

 

"Catherine's home was absolutely perfect. We had our 1 year old baby, and two older children too, who all loved it just as much as my Husband and I. It was the nicest location we have ever stayed in, with beach, and lake views surrounding the entire property. The home itself was super clean and tidy, everything about it made us feel like home. If only I could pick the house up and bring it with me, I would." November 2023

 

"Catherine's house enjoys an exceptional location, a timeless place between sky and earth, lulled by waves and birds chirping. Beautiful! A place to be, for people in need of peace and serenity." April 2023

 

"Catherine's and Richard's cottage is the perfect place to stay in Mayo. It's a lovely house with three very nice bedrooms, a huge kitchen, and very comfortable living room. The house has everything you need. There are gorgeous views to both sides, and you can see the Atlantic as well as the hills no matter where you sit. Emlagh Beach is only a couple of minutes away and great for swimming or for walking along the coastline. There are plenty of opportunities for great day trips, e.g., Inishturk or a bike tour with Smooth Cruzin in Louisburgh. Catherine offers a lot of great recommendations, and communication with her is super fast and pleasant. She also was very helpful when we repeatedly had to postpone our booking due to the pandemic. This part of Ireland and this particular house are not only worth a visit, but certainly a place to come back to." August 2022

 

"If I could give Catherine six or seven stars, I would. First, the house is spacious and immaculately clean. It feels a bit luxurious, as there are two bathrooms, and for instance the kitchen is very well stocked. The 360-degree views are stunning, and within minutes one can be walking down a long beach; or just a little bit in another direction, enjoy waves crashing on the rocks, or have a nice amble down a country lane. Second, communications and information on the house (and appliances, etc.) are excellent. Third, we faced a bit of a complication with a semi-urgent package that was supposed to reach us, and Catherine went far out of her way to help us with the matter that need not have been a concern at all. She is a kind and resourceful person." June 2022

 

"Great place to relax away from the crowds. The beach was amazing and the house was fully equipped with everything we needed." May 2022

 

"We had a wonderful stay. Catherine was very accommodating and communication was superb. The house is in a perfect spot to explore the area. Would have loved to have stayed longer. The views are stunning. Just a few minutes walk from the beach that you could call your own. Stunning sunsets over Clare Island. Would highly recommend this property and would definitely return if exploring this area again." October 2021

 

"We are coming to the end of our stay in Goath na Mara and wanted to thank you for sharing your beautiful house with us. We have had a wonderful week, out sightseeing & touring when the weather was good and walking the amazing beach. There is so much to see and do here and when the rain came, your house is perfect for just relaxing and recharging. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, so much so that we would love to return next year and wondered if you could let us know what availability you have for next June-August. Thanks once again for sharing this fabulous place with us. We have made such great memories." August 2021

 

"Thanks so much for letting us avail of Gaoth na Mara again. We had a super time and have some unforgettable memories made in the last week. We saw dolphins in Emlagh and a seal in Accony. Ate delicious Killary mussels in the Misunderstood Heron out past Leenane and kayaked in the harbour. We also did the Lost Valley tour with Gerry Bourke and his lovely family which was a real highlight. Although we are just back, I was wondering about availability for next July?" July 2021

 

"The house was great and the views are incredible to look at every morning. 100% reccomend. Even when its wet, cold and windy it's still a beautiful place." Jan 2020

 

"My mom, husband and I loved staying at Gaoth na mara. It was our first time in Ireland and the first place we stayed in and by far the nicest! The cot for my one year old was prepared and very comfortable for him. I have shared a number of airbnbs and this was definitely one of the best. The landscape is stunning. I definitely recommend staying here if you want to get away and be surrounded by idyllic fields and the stunning ocean." Oct 2019

 

"This is our 2nd stay in this house and really, it is still so fabulous. We are very well received, cleanliness, delicate intentions of welcome. In addition, the landscapes all around are breathtaking, ideal for practicing my yoga. The beach is 3 min walk and so uncrowded it is like a private beach. I highly recommend this magical place." June 2019

 

"Our week in this house was a dream. Everything was cosy and very clean. My kids loved their room with the toys and books. The adults enjoyed the sea view from nearly every room and the beautiful landscape. We would love to come back here." April 2019

 

"Everything was great, really wonderful! The house is great and the marvellous view to the sea from every room of the house.... Just perfect!!!!" May 2019

 

"Catherine's house is the perfect getaway property, the views from every window are stunning, the property itself was very comfortable with all mod cons including a Wii (which kept our 2 boys happy when we stayed in by the fire one wet afternoon), Catherine's responses to any questions or queries we had were almost immediate and helpful. We would absolutely recommend this property!" Nov 2018

 

"Another fabulous holiday here. Summer this time so lots of surfing and time on the beach. We love your house here and will be back again." Aug 2018

 

"This was our first time staying in Emlagh and we will definitely be back! We had a fantastic stay in this beautiful cottage. Daily surfs, crab hunting, a day trip to Clare Island. Thank you so much for such a wonderful stay." July 2018

 

"I can highly recommend Catherine's House, it's like paradise on earth, the house itself, the view and the complete place. I was there with my 71 year old mother and my 3 year old son and we all loved it, for us all it was great. I can highly recommend and would be happy to come back again one day. I felt in love with this place :-)" June 2018

 

"The Beach cottage was a home away from home for myself and my family. It is a stone's throw away from a stunning sandy beach ideal for walks, jogging, and surfing. We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 weeks here and highly recommend this place to anyone looking to get away from it all and enjoy the best of Ireland's west coast. The cottage is well equipped and has everything you will need during your stay. We dined and shopped in nearby Westport which has an excellent selection of restaurants and pubs. Thank you Catherine for everything, looking forward to staying again soon!" Jan 2018

 

"This is a truly wonderful place to stay. The house itself is gorgeous and has been so tastefully decorated. The house has everything you need for a holiday. Catherine has a great selection of books in the house to choose from and loads of information on things to do in the area. The views from every room in the house are amazing. We only had 4 nights which was not nearly enough. There is so much to see and do in the surrounding area. We are already planning a summer visit." Nov 2017

 

"Beautiful house surrounded by breathtaking landscape. It was a pleasure. We will stay again" Oct 2017

 

"We cannot recommend this house enough! Warm, modern,clean, and in a great location with superb hosts - what more could you ask for?!? Great for families. We can't wait to visit again" Oct 2017

 

"We had a fabulous time. The home is cosy, very clean and in a absolutely beautiful setting towards the end of a cul de sac that ends with the Atlantic Ocean. An ideal setting to let children roam and explore safely. We saw the most amazing stars. When sitting out front you can see from Renvyle in the South all the way to Achill in the North." April 2017