Cappabhaile House

Mountain B&B in Ballyvaughan

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Exterior
Property grounds
Reception
Superior Triple Room
Lobby sitting area
Cappabhaile House is located in Newtown, where a warm welcome awaits with cooked-to-order breakfast and an inviting garden. Connect to WiFi, challenge friends to a game of pool or unwind in the lobby watching TV.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area
  • Bike rental

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

Showing 4 of 4 rooms
Family Room | Garden view
Family Room
Family Room
Family Room | Terrace/patio

Family Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Mountain view
Superior Triple Room
Superior Triple Room
Superior Triple Room

Superior Triple Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Deluxe Double Room | Mountain view
Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds
Deluxe Double Room
Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Double Beds | Mountain view
Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Double Beds
Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Double Beds
Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
Burren, Ballyvaughan, County Clare

What's nearby

  • Newtown Castle - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Aillwee Cave - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Cliffs of Moher - 24 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Eyre Square - 48 min drive - 68.8 km
  • Quay Street - 49 min drive - 69.4 km

Getting around

  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 71 min drive
  • Ardrahan Station - 26 min drive
  • Gort Station - 31 min drive
  • Galway Station - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hazel Mountain Chocolate - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪O'Donohue's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Monks Seafood Pub & Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Linnane's Lobster Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Larder - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Cappabhaile House

Situated on the bay, Cappabhaile House is a great choice for a stay in Ballyvaughan. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and cooked-to-order breakfast daily between 8:30 AM and 10 AM. A snack bar/deli and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Built in 1996
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/game room

Accessibility

  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 39-inch TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts major credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard

Also known as

Cappabhaile
Cappabhaile House
Cappabhaile House B&B
Cappabhaile House B&B Ballyvaughan
Cappabhaile House Ballyvaughan
Cappabhaile House Ballyvaughan, Ireland - The Burren
Cappabhaile House Ballyvaugha
Ireland - The Burren
Cappabhaile House Ballyvaughan
Cappabhaile House Bed & breakfast
Cappabhaile House Bed & breakfast Ballyvaughan

Frequently asked questions

Does Cappabhaile House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Cappabhaile House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Cappabhaile House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Cappabhaile House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Cappabhaile House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in is available.

What is there to do at Cappabhaile House and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.

Does Cappabhaile House have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Cappabhaile House like?

Cappabhaile House is in Newtown, a short 11-minute walk from Newtown Castle.

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Cappabhaile House Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, abundant, delicious, and 5-star quality. (78 reviews)
  • Breakfast was a highlight, with excellent options and 5-star service. (5 reviews)
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6/10 Good

The breakfast was amazing
Lois, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff from our check in to our delicious full Irish breakfast. Beautiful decor and very comfortable bedroom.
Colleen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay in a spacious room with a generous and delicious breakfast.
Cathy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Host was great and very courteous. We all liked the entire B&B. Breakfast was made to order. Wonderful choices. The entire ambiance is just nice.Room for 4 was spacious enough.
Sanjay, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed our stay!
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Kandis bday

Lovely hosts, great breakfast, great location. Loved Conner and Margaret
Kathy, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Middle of nowhere but friendly staff very helpful….and half hour from Cliffs of Moher. Roads not for the faint of heart.
Gale, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Charming and friendly

Beautiful location, incredibly clean and well maintained, thoughtful touches in the rooms and amenities for things to do in the common areas. Breakfast was fantastic with many choices. Hosts were very kind, friendly, and helpful.
Emily, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great staff! And really good breakfast
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely stay and meal in the morning just outside the quaint town of Ballyvaughan. The owners were extremely kind and hospitable - they even helped us plan out what sights to see and where the best spots were to visit.
CINDY, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was very homey, elegant furnishings. The breakfast was very good also!
Rose, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was great and the breakfast choices were amazing!! This property, the rooms, the location, and the breakfast gave us a true feel for the Ireland countryside. We really enjoyed our stay here.
Donna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, breakfast was extremely good! Alot of food. Very nice stay.
marie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable B&B

Beautiful B&B, loved our view of the pasture and the cows. Owners were very nice and friendly. Comfortable beds and furnishings were lovely! Breakfast was great.
Janet, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful rooms with a gorge its soaking tub! We left before breakfast and the innkeepers made us a breakfast to go.
KELLIE, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cappabhaile House was delightful. The owners Cannor and Margarit were wonderful. The room was comfortable and the breakfasts were excellent.
Jonathan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is my second stay here! The accommodations are very comfortable. The owners are BRILLIANT! Breakfast is made to order (you order the night before) and it is absolutely amazing!!!! I would recommend this BnB for anyone in the area!
Molly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Host was so knowledgeable about the area and shared great sites to visit. He took the time to explain the area so we could make the most of our one day there. Greatly appreciated!!
Ann, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing little spot in the Burren area. The owner was wonderful - gave us great tips on what the area had to offer and what was really worth seeing! Beautiful location - great view from our room, it was very quiet. In the mornings we woke up to the sounds of cows in the pasture and birds singing away.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay

Great home owners. Well maintained. Clean rooms. One suggestion - had a hard time locating via GPS. They may want to put up a bigger board for drivers to locate this property as this goes by fast because it is just off the main road. We might come back here again, if we ever visit this area
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

overall good

The breakfast was very nice but there isn't any where to walk from there so we always had to take our car.
Debracolleen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The room was nice with plenty of space, comfortable beds and pretty view of the cows out back! The full made to order breakfast included was fabulous, with wonderful brown bread. Our host was a local and an amazing historian of local (and overall Irish) history. He was very generous with his time and knowledge of the area, making suggestions of places to visit and offering a depth of information about the places we saw. The entire area is stunningly beautiful and there was so much to see and do.
Anne, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Isn’t it nice when the Expedia website shows the rooms and properties and when you arrive the property exceeds those expectations! This can be said of the Cappabhaile House. The breakfast was outstanding and again exceeded our B&B experiences thus far throughout Ireland. Knowledgeable owner provides books and suggestions of sites around Ballyvaughn that even our idol Rick Steve’s fails to mention in his 2023 book on Ireland. Highly recommend this property to family and friends. Thank you!
Sandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is beautiful. Sheep out front, cows in the back. Staff is helpful. Breakfast very good. The doors need some WD-40. Late into the night our neighbors were opening, closing, slamming their door repeatedly. It creaked like a haunted house every time - really loud. Walls are very thin so I could hear every sound next door. I travel with ear plugs. Fixed me right up. Would definitely stay here again.
Stacie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Old Fashion stay clean stay

We stayed in the three bedroom room. Room was of adequate size and had a small coffee table with a hot tea pitcher. Breakfast in the morning was very good. I ordered the vegetarian breakfast which had a lot of fresh fruit and also came with portage, yougurt and coffee. My companions ordered the Full Irish for breakfast and they explained that it was very good and it was a lot of food. Our food was included and well worth it We ate in a small, but nicely decorated dinning area. Hotel had a more traditional feel, like staying in Ireland in a bygone time. It had a clean bathroom with a tub that was very tall and somewhat difficult to get in. It had a shower attachment and glass wall in the tub so you could shower. The beds were a little bit on the harder side. but otherwise the room was comfortable. The location of the room was adequate. Overall the stay was nice. Breakfast was amazing. Staff was very kind. We had no overall complaints. I recommend you check out the small Newton Castle nearby, interesting place
1-night trip