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The Waters Country House

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Ballyvaughan with free breakfast and a bar

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Terrace/patio
Grand Suite, Mountain View, Annex Building | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Traditional Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Grand Suite, Mountain View, Annex Building | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Free daily buffet breakfast
The Waters Country House in Newtown offers a quiet getaway with a highly praised breakfast. Enjoy the terrace, browse the library, or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi keeps you connected in your room, and the attentive staff enhances your stay.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Comfort Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed, Annex Building | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed, Annex Building

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Located in an annex building
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Suite, Mountain View, Annex Building | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Grand Suite, Mountain View, Annex Building

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Located in an annex building
Daily housekeeping
  • 56 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Newtown, a neighborhood in Ballyvaughan, The Waters Country House is in a rural area and in a national park. Newtown Castle and Poulnabrone Dolmen are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Burren National Park and Aillwee Cave. Mountain View Horse Riding Centre and Burren Perfumery are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Newtown, Ballyvaughan, Ireland

What's nearby

  • Newtown Castle - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Aillwee Cave - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Galway Bay - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Poulnabrone Dolmen - 11 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Cliffs of Moher - 28 min drive - 19.4 miles

Getting around

  • Ardrahan Station - 42 min drive
  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hazel Mountain Chocolate - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Monks Seafood Pub & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪O'Donohue's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Linnane's Lobster Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Larder - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Waters Country House

Guesthouse located in Newtown
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden at The Waters Country House. In addition to a library and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Waters Country House include amenities such as free WiFi, free newspapers, and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Waters Country House Guesthouse Ballyvaughan
Waters Country House Guesthouse
Waters Country House Ballyvaughan
Waters Country House
The Waters Ballyvaughan
The Waters Country House Guesthouse
The Waters Country House Ballyvaughan
The Waters Country House Guesthouse Ballyvaughan

Frequently asked questions

Is The Waters Country House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Waters Country House?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Waters Country House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Waters Country House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Waters Country House located?

Located in Newtown, this guesthouse is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Newtown Castle and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Aillwee Cave. Galway Bay and Poulnabrone Dolmen are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Waters Country House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 321 out of 372 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 372 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 372 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 372 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 372 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Harley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing historic buildings with quiet charm and gracious hosts. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful country setting and great lounge with fireplace. The ambiance is quite special. Both an extensive buffet breakfast and hot breakfast is available to you. The host is gracious and welcoming.
The main house.
The field behind the house.
Breakfast room
The fireplace
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. We loved it and will absolutely come again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a treasure this place is. Great hosts. Beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is awesome! Great experience that you have to try.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was wonderful. It was relaxing and unique. The breakfasts were amazing. The entire property felt peaceful. The views were amazing. The hospitality was definitely 5 star.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great stay. great ambience
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful space, easy driving across the Burren. The owners are wonderful. We will stay here next time for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

The warmest hospitality. Immaculately clean room and set up.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Amenities
This was a beautiful bed and breakfast. Wolfgang is the sweetest man you'll meet and greeted everyone like they're family. They provide a scrumptious homemade breakfast that includes fresh baked bread, eggs, bacon, and so much more. You won't be disappointed by the options. We wish we could have stayed longer. The place itself is so unique and cozy. I highly recommend booking a stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There’s a fabulous atmosphere, especially at breakfast time. You feel like you’re staying in some old castle. We like our beds firm but soft, this one was hard, too hard for our aging bones.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quirky accomodation off the beaten track. Feels very dated and not easy to reach due to narrow approach roads and limited dining options, but that is part of its charm. The hosts are extremely accommodating. Perfect for getting away from the stresses of modern life.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hosts, welcoming and well-appointed rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbagale

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at The Waters County House! It was a lovely little place in the countryside with gorgeous views, lovely staff, and a delicious breakfast! I especially loved the beautiful fountain in the back of the property that let me settle down and sketch for the night! Thank you so much for the stay!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is off the beaten path, but it is an experience to stay there. The property is large and has a unique feel that makes you feel like you are staying somewhere special. There are a couple of cozy lounge areas, and an honour system bar for guests to enjoy. The room was comfortable and had its own bathroom with small shower. Breakfast was very nice, with hot options made to order, and a continental buffet as well. The area is quite scenic. The proprietor’s were very friendly, welcoming and friendly. If you are planning to travel from Galway to the Cliffs of Moher, it is a great place to stay to get an earlier arrival at the Cliffs in the morning and beat the crowds.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great private location in the Burren with huge vistas. Wolfgang and Maria are fantastic hosts. It is rustic, and I would suggest staying away from the economy king room we had which had no view and was pretty simple. Still, a unique property and memorable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful property and accommodation. The host was amazing and breakfast was fantastic. Would come back. The best accommodation my wife and I have stayed at during our 2 weeks in Ireland. 10 out of 10.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
We were greeted with such kindness and loved every aspect of this accommodation. The breakfast was bountiful, delicious and there were displayed with much charm. Having breakfast on fine China was a treat. We had the pleasure of speaking with the owners who were quite delightful. Would definitely recommend and hope to return
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Authentic home, landscape and neighborhood are tranquil Owners are kind and attentive
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

(New) Old-World Charm!

If you are looking for old-world charm, this is the place! You cannot beat the charm, or the lovely couple who own the property. There is even a fresh spring fountain that the property was built around. The most delicious and pure spring water ever! The property is beyond gorgeous, as are the views! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorgen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful with fantastic breakfasts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The most charming place my family has ever been.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

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