Enjoy watching your four-legged friend’s tail wag non-stop as he bounds through the beautiful scenery of Connemara and County Galway. This sizeable, single-storey retreat nestles in glorious countryside, 2.5 miles from Ballyconneely, at the start of Ireland’s picturesque Errismore Peninsula. Overlooking the magical lake of Maumeen Lough, it sleeps eight guests and sits in large gardens. The four-bedroom cottage is ideal for large groups, especially those with canine companions.
Dry damp paws and follow your furry friend inside his new home from home. At the heart of the property is an open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. Lay a fire in the lounge and let your happy hound warm his chilly paws in its cosy heat. Watch TV in here as he dozes or choose a book from one of the shelves. Make your way through to the kitchen/diner to feed both hounds and humans. Find everything you need to help you cater for your party with your own ingredients and top up your chum’s food and water bowls. Settle him for the night in here before heading through to the comfortable bedrooms, a king-size and three twins, at the end of each wonderful day away. There is also a family bathroom and a family shower room here. Take your delighted dog out into the lawned garden to unleash some energy as often as he likes. Take in the enchanting views out over the water and towards the mountains as he races about. Ample private parking is also available.
Grab the lead and a few dog treats and take your pet to puppy paradise, Dog’s Bay. This aptly named, sandy beach welcomes four-legged visitors all year round and is the perfect place to splash in the shallows and leave paw prints. Plan a day trip to follow footpaths through the gorgeous surroundings of the Connemara National Park, 17 miles away.