The Thatched Cottage | Drummin, County Mayo | Drummin

4.1★

5 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

46 Customer Review(s)

Brendan
November 2024

“Very beautiful cottage with impressive build beautiful thatch and high degree of comfort.”

Lovely to have turf provided and great for dog owners for a relaxing peaceful holiday.

Lovely to have turf provided and great for dog owners for a relaxing peaceful holiday.

- Brendan, November 2024

Thank you for the good review Property Owner
Veronica October 2024

“We loved staying here.”

The cottage was warm when we arrived, after an awful Irish Sea crossing and a windy drive across country. Mrs Heraty arrived shortly after we'd unpacked, and it was nice to be greeted by her. The cottage is ideal for the 2 of us plus dog. The daily challenge of getting the turf fire going gaves us plenty of laughs, but once going it was glorious. Remembering the cottage is over 200yrs old, it makes a perfect base to travel around Mayo and beyond. We will be back next year, God willing.

- Veronica, October 2024

Thanks very much for your feedback Property Owner
Natasha August 2024

“Lovely little cottage.”

Quite small but it is very cosy and warm especially with the log burner fire. You are located quite far out from the town but the views are stunning. It was clean and had all the facilities that you need. Would recommend for anyone who wants to stay in a traditional Irish cottage and appropriate for all year round what ever the weather. We had a lovely time!

- Natasha, August 2024
Nicole July 2024

“Lovely place to stay!”

Beautiful surroundings, we had a great time!

- Nicole, July 2024
Denise June 2024

“The thatched cottage is very accurately described.”

We stayed for 3 weeks and enjoyed our time. Good quality WiFi. The owners were very attentive and kind. The location is remote a car is essential. The scenery is lovely. Lots of great walking and cycling opportunities.

- Denise, June 2024
Landis April 2024

“We had a lovely stay at the cottage!”

It felt remote and rustic to us, we loved the views and the sheep. Elizabeth was wonderful. She came over to help us get a fire going and we really enjoyed talking with her. Definitely memorable. Bring all your groceries, enjoy a peaceful time!

- Landis, April 2024
Suzanne April 2024

“Very disappointed.”

Wouldn’t have taken too much for the grass to have been mown or a few flowers to have been planted. Dirty stove which obviously hadn’t been cleaned either inside or out in a very long time. Spent first couple of nights coughing for England. We cleaned it ourselves in the end. Dirty plates and cutlery. Even more disgusting duvets covered with marks and stains. Went to Tesco in Westport in desperation to buy new ones. Everything done on the cheap.

- Suzanne, April 2024
Henry February 2024

“A birthday treat for me.”

I did not wish for a city break or anything elaborate. The cottage fitted the bill perfectly. Quiet, beautful views of the mountains an idyllic spot. Some nice features are the large bedroom and the compact one, the ten minute walk to the local public house (be sure to take a good strong torch with you) and simply chilling out in front of a roaring turf fire. Totally my scene - loved it.

- Henry, February 2024
Jonathan January 2024

“What a beautiful little cottage.”

Stayed with family and we loved it. Very warm and cosy with the stove and plenty of turf and logs provided. Our bed was comfy and although there's not a huge amount of space it was perfect for 5 people and our doggie with 2 sharing doubles and a single. Walking distance to Breslin's pub which looked closed but was open so you should check that out for a nice Guinness. Also perfect for looking at the stars and managed to capture the milky way on my camera it was so dark outside. Westport is a great town to eat and drink and shop. You should also do the nearby Sheffrey Pass scenic route drive as the photos from the top are amazing and there's a picnic table if you want to eat lunch up there.

- Jonathan, January 2024

Thanks for your nice review it was lovely having you Property Owner
Vyvyan January 2024

“True character cottage, lovely peaceful setting, but very quirky, and description of the property as compact is misleading.”

Trying to cram in more beds, and an extra bedroom, has resulted in an impossibly narrow passage which means sliding in sideways to access the bathroom. Hard to imagine how 5 people (bed capacity) would fare in the rest of the cottage which was fine for 1-2 but in winter would be cramped for more. No doubt a lovely place in spring and summer but in winter the cottage was seriously cold, pre-set storage heaters and woodburning stove took the edge off but no more. Owners could not have predicted or helped power cuts, loss of wifi and phone signal due to storms, but it would be good to provide torch and candles in case of such eventualities (as other properties do as a matter of course). And given lack of phone signal, either to know where owners lived to be able to contact them and/or for them to check that all was ok and keep whoever is in the cottage updated (only the owner can report loss of power and other services).

- Vyvyan, January 2024
Jill August 2023

“The cottage is old-fashioned and delightful, it has retained lots of original features and the open fire was a special pleasure.”

Patrick is a charming host.

- Jill, August 2023
Francis June 2023

“Basic acommodation could do with updating especially the fridge but still an enjoyable stay”

- Francis, June 2023
Len May 2023

“We had a fantastic holiday a lot to see in that area.”

Cottage clean and comfortable.

- Len, May 2023

Thank you very much for your feedback hope to see you again sometime Property Owner
Michael May 2023

“Cottage was accurately advertised but even so sloping floor and low door lintels were a challenge as was the tony kitchen workspace.”

However our hostess was lovely and attentive and welcomed us with a blazing peat fire and plenty of fuel. We had a comfortable stay and enjoyed the local scenery and walking from the door.

- Michael, May 2023
Cylia April 2023

“The accommodation is pleasant, Elisabeth had lit the fire for us for our arrival, very pleasant!”

watch out for tall people the doors are small! and the house is on a slope! the garden well and the view is beautiful.

- Cylia, April 2023
Micheal February 2023

“We were a party of 2 with a dog who stayed in the cottage in cold weather.”

We found the stove excellent and were warm and cosy for all our stay. Our hosts made us feel very welcome all through our stay and we found the cottage well located for exploring much of Mayo. We loved the traditional feel of the cottage and think it's perfectly suited for 2 or 3 guests.

- Micheal, February 2023
Veronica October 2022

“This 250 year old cottage retains its character.”

It was ideal for our needs (2 adults and a dog). I couldn't fault it. And we are looking forward to returning next year.

- Veronica, October 2022
Francis September 2022

“We had a great stay at the cottage and would return Thanks”

- Francis, September 2022
Winfried July 2022

“After a warm and friendly reception, very helpfull to repair de toiletpot that was lose, we found out that the cottage was very basic.”

We knew the cottage was 200 years old, and we loverd the way it looked, but the way the entrance to the second bedroom and the bathroom was situated was very narrow. The bathroom was very oldfashioned, the shower was a claustrofobic experience. Kitchen was very basic with hardly any space to walk and use the counter. The fridge was falling apart and made a lot of noise. We think the cottage was way to highpriced in relation to what we got for 800 pounds. Now having holiday in our second Sykes-cottage, for what we paid exactly the same amount of money, we have a perfect, luxurious cottage.

- Winfried, July 2022
Amanda July 2022

“We really enjoyed our break away in this beautiful cottage.”

The location was perfect and not too far from the town and beaches. The only downside would be from looking at the pictures of the cottage on the site, it looked really remote. However it is right beside other houses. Although the neighbours were lovely, we would have loved if it was more remote and quiet. Overall the cottage was beautiful and we would highly recommend it.

- Amanda, July 2022
Maureen July 2022

“The thatched cottage was quaint and comfortable.”

It is located in a quiet country area with stunning views of the nearby mountains. We loved the country sounds particularly the sheep and lambs calling to each other. It provided us with a week of peace and tranquility as it is set on a most private site. The cottage was a haven of cool during the recent heatwave.

- Maureen, July 2022
Jonathan August 2021

“While the pictures and description of the cottage are relatively accurate (although while we were there, the cottage was never as bright as shown in the photos), they omit certain crucial aspects, which detracted very much from our stay in the cottage.”

Most of the furnishings, including the kitchen, the beds and bedding and the shower, are old and grubby. The shower cubicle does not fit in the space allotted to it, so it is impossible to open the doors properly. The worst aspect, however, is the division of the lower part of the cottage into the windowless shower room and a claustrophobic double bedroom, these two rooms separated by a wedge-shaped “hall” which tapers to the width of a small sweeping brush. It is all done on the cheap, with ugly wooden panelling and sliding doors. Access to the shower room is only really possible when the bedroom sliding door is open. We didn't notice much traditional Irish charm inside the cottage, but if you have nostalgia for grim 1980s bedsits, this is the place for you.

- Jonathan, August 2021
Kate August 2021

“The thatched cottage was great , it had everything we needed for a comfortable stay , really enjoyed our week .”

. location is amazing

- Kate, August 2021
Sandra June 2021

“Really lovely space.”

Beautiful views.

- Sandra, June 2021
Samuel September 2020

“Rural location with fantastic views of surrounding mountains, within easy drive ...”

Rural location with fantastic views of surrounding mountains, within easy drive of the most picturesque scenic drives can’t recommend this place highly enough and will definitely be back again

- Samuel, September 2020
Lorraine August 2020

“Cottage exactly as described.”

Authentic thatched cottage.

- Lorraine, August 2020
Stephen August 2020

“Quiet location and a good base to explore the west coast of Ireland.”

Hosts provided plenty of turf to keep the open fire going. A really good holiday.

- Stephen, August 2020
Geoffrey August 2020

“The scenery is fantastic and the weather was very good , fortunately !”

it was a lovely snug thatched cottage.

- Geoffrey, August 2020
Michael January 2020

“We really enjoyed our weekend at the Thatched Cottage.”

The scones on arrival were delicious and much appreciated. The cottage is comfortable and cosy, with a homely atmosphere and the setting is stunning, which we loved. If you are looking for luxury, then this may not be for you but we would be very happy to return for another visit.

- Michael, January 2020
Kristie October 2019

“Host was lovely.”

She made us scones on arrival and was very helpful. Very quaint little cottage with a lot of character. Very quiet, comfy beds, good facilities, stunning views. Very small - would be fine for a couple or family of 3 but we were a family of 5 and it felt quite cramped. Second bedroom was tiny but master bedroom was massive. We stayed there for 3 nights, and whilst we did like it, that was enough for us as we had seen everything there was to see in the local area. Location was good for exploring the local area.

- Kristie, October 2019
Paul November 2018

“All as expected - owners were very helpful - stunning countryside on your door ...”

All as expected - owners were very helpful - stunning countryside on your door step - we had a great time and would love to return one day

- Paul, November 2018
Josephine October 2018

“A trip back down memory lane how life used to be in Ireland, Thick stone whitewashed walls, quirky uneven floors cosy living dining room with all you need on a holiday which you are out and about during the day, Bedrooms are comfortable, second one very small so but bed comfortable.”

The storage heaters keep it warm and there is no smell of damp as some of these cottages have. The surrounding countryside is wonderful great views of the mountains and some really crazy roads. Hikers and walkers would love this place as a base. We had a brilliant time and a very friendly welcome. Thank you. I would definitely be happy to go back there

- Josephine, October 2018
Martin September 2018

“Externally the cottage is picture perfect, with a lovely new thatch.”

The setting and views across the valley are amazing. The cottage was well situated for us to enjoy cycling the Greenway from Newport to Achill, and by contrast enjoy a ferry trip to Inishmore and Inishbofin in the opposite direction. Near to Connemara and Nephin Beg. Just 45 minutes drive from Knock Airport. The cottage is in need of some update internally, however the owner did give us a very warm welcome, with home made scones, and a peat fire lit in the log/peat burner. We had a very enjoyable holiday despite a fair bit of rain.

- Martin, September 2018
Mark July 2018

“The Thatched Cottage was a lovely place to stay.”

The scenery in Mayo is stunning, there is plenty of things to do and the local people very friendly. I would certainly return in the future.

- Mark, July 2018
Gert June 2018

“Great location, and with the extremely good weather life was outside most of the time.”

- Gert, June 2018
James Philip May 2018

“The Ower was a nice chap, but the cottage was dirty.”

Cobwebs in cubboads ,the toilets leaked,the furniture was done,the curtains done,the chairs at the table shaky, the wood burner door catch not working properly, the shower door fitted that it only opens one side and large people could not get a shower, a smell of damp in back bedroom . Tv is needing replaced , gaps under door that mice can came in, I used to use bothys for hill walking and this property would be in that category, we left two days early in our holiday and this was part of the reason , it was not worth the money we paid, Sorry but we are not difficult people rarely complain , hope this is helpful

- James Philip, May 2018
Wyn May 2018

“Outside lovely as per webpic, though grass (freshly cut) rough, and garden bare of plants.”

Master bedroom lilac and light and big, though second bed tucked in rather spoilt it for us (just a couple). Electric shower and immersion worked well and heater in cold bathroom appreciated. Cold building but peat fire excellent and supply of peat endless. TV and seating old and shabby (though clean), need replacing. Lovely dining table though covered in rough plastic. Table mats natural fibre would cure at once. Lighting in sitting room very gloomy, side lights would cure. Lovely scones on arrival. Would be lovely property if given a bit of attention.

- Wyn, May 2018
Emma October 2014

“Loved the cosy feel of the cottage”

- Emma, October 2014
Dietrich July 2014

“This is a romantic old house in beautiful surroundings.”

- Dietrich, July 2014
Helen April 2014

“A lovely cosy cottage in a super location, we loved the peat burning fire and the warm welcome.”

Quiet, rural location with lovely views yet a few minutes walk from a pub and an easy drive to the wonderful town of Westport.

- Helen, April 2014
Grainne February 2014

“The Thatched Cottage is a lovely, pretty property for those looking for something traditional and peacefully quiet, with stunning views of the mountains.”

It's quite a rural location, so would be perfect for those really looking to step back in time.

- Grainne, February 2014
Andrea July 2013

“The cottage was very traditional and homely.”

The location was lovely, rural but within easy reach of Westport. The owner had a drawer full of leaflets on local attractions which was very thoughtful.

- Andrea, July 2013
Gillian July 2013

“We had a wonderful week in the cottage.”

I will be recommending this cottage to friends and family, who fancy a quiet getaway!

- Gillian, July 2013
Gwyneth June 2013

“We loved the wood burning stove and the quirkiness of the property.”

The owners were very helpful indeed. The situation was perfect for exploring both Mayo and Galway. The views from the cottage lovely - surrounded by hills. The nearest town, Westport, was about twenty minutes away, and was lovely also, the shops great. We enjoyed the peace and tranquility!

- Gwyneth, June 2013
Mary March 2013

“We loved the cottage and the old feel of the place.”

Fantastic scenic area and the locals were really friendly. We received a great welcome from the owner with fresh scones and a lovely warm fire. We would certainly return, and love the idea of coming again in the summer.

- Mary, March 2013
Jain August 2012

“A traditional cottage with a wood burner, peace and quiet.”

Irish music and a drop of the black stuff in Westport. Scenery that made your heart sing and truly lovely people!

- Jain, August 2012

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Summary

All ground floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x family room with 1 double and 1 single bed, 1 x double with very limited access and floor space (room is approximately 6' x 6' in size) and access from one side of bed only
Shower room with shower cubicle, basin and WC
Compact open plan living area with basic kitchen facilities, dining area and sitting area with woodburner.
Electric storage heating with woodburner
Gas cooker, microwave, fridge, washing machine, Wifi, TV, DVD, CD/cassette player
Fuel, power & starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen & towels inc. in rent
Cot & highchair available on request
Off road parking for 3 cars
Lawned garden to front with garden table & chairs
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop & pub 5 mins walk.

The property

This traditional style detached Westport cottage is set on the outskirts of the sleepy hamlet of Drummin, 10 miles from Westport in County Mayo.

Set entirely over the ground floor, this Westport cottage dates back over 200 years, and still retains many original and quirky features which add to its charm and attraction including uneven and sloping floors, low-height door frames, the beautiful thatched roof and a traditional Irish fireplace, complete with warming woodburner.

Oozing traditional Irish charm, this delightfully cosy, compact cottage makes the perfect escape from everyday life, and a unique change from most Westport holiday cottages.

The open plan living space inside benefits from the woodburner, so while you're cooking in the kitchen of this Westport self-catering cottage, and enjoying a family meal in the dining area, you can make the most of the cosy atmosphere.

Sit out and relax in the lawned garden of this Westport cottage, and make the most of the mountain views, or for the more energetic, there is great walking and hiking in the area.

Nearby Westport is an official access point for the award-winning off road cycling and walking trail the Great Western Greenway.

This traffic-free route runs between Westport and Achill Island along the route of the old railway line, and enjoys some magnificent scenery including along the Clew Bay coastline.

This thatched hideaway is a wonderful Westport holiday cottage with a difference.

About the location

DRUMMIN, COUNTY MAYO

Westport 10 miles; Clifden 35 miles.

Drummin is quite a rural village located approximately 10 miles south of Westport in County Mayo. The hilly areas around the village present an attractive web of winding, leafy lanes festooned with honeysuckle and wild roses in season. From the hilltops, superb panoramic views extend across Clew Bay to Clare Island, once a stronghold of the Pirate Queen, Gráinne Uaile. The popular town of Westport is well worth a visit with a wide range of shops, restaurants, pubs and bars, and is alive with traditional music and rich Irish heritage. There are also good fishing rivers within easy reach, including the Erriff River, approximately 8 miles away, and the Delphi River, approximately 6 miles away in the Doolough Valley. For those who enjoy a good walk, nearby Croagh Patrick awaits with invigorating hikes and stunning views. For a memorable day trip, why not head south into County Galway, just over half an hour’s drive away, with magnificent coastal scenery and the world renowned Connemara National Park?

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Reviews & Ratings

“Very beautiful cottage with impressive build beautiful thatch and high degree of comfort.”

“We loved staying here.”

“Lovely little cottage.”

“Lovely place to stay!”

“The thatched cottage is very accurately described.”

“We had a lovely stay at the cottage!”

“Very disappointed.”

“A birthday treat for me.”

“What a beautiful little cottage.”

“True character cottage, lovely peaceful setting, but very quirky, and description of the property as compact is misleading.”

“The cottage is old-fashioned and delightful, it has retained lots of original features and the open fire was a special pleasure.”

“Basic acommodation could do with updating especially the fridge but still an enjoyable stay”

“We had a fantastic holiday a lot to see in that area.”

“Cottage was accurately advertised but even so sloping floor and low door lintels were a challenge as was the tony kitchen workspace.”

“The accommodation is pleasant, Elisabeth had lit the fire for us for our arrival, very pleasant!”

“We were a party of 2 with a dog who stayed in the cottage in cold weather.”

“This 250 year old cottage retains its character.”

“We had a great stay at the cottage and would return Thanks”

“After a warm and friendly reception, very helpfull to repair de toiletpot that was lose, we found out that the cottage was very basic.”

“We really enjoyed our break away in this beautiful cottage.”

“The thatched cottage was quaint and comfortable.”

“While the pictures and description of the cottage are relatively accurate (although while we were there, the cottage was never as bright as shown in the photos), they omit certain crucial aspects, which detracted very much from our stay in the cottage.”

“The thatched cottage was great , it had everything we needed for a comfortable stay , really enjoyed our week .”

“Really lovely space.”

“Rural location with fantastic views of surrounding mountains, within easy drive ...”

“Cottage exactly as described.”

“Quiet location and a good base to explore the west coast of Ireland.”

“The scenery is fantastic and the weather was very good , fortunately !”

“We really enjoyed our weekend at the Thatched Cottage.”

“Host was lovely.”

“All as expected - owners were very helpful - stunning countryside on your door ...”

“A trip back down memory lane how life used to be in Ireland, Thick stone whitewashed walls, quirky uneven floors cosy living dining room with all you need on a holiday which you are out and about during the day, Bedrooms are comfortable, second one very small so but bed comfortable.”

“Externally the cottage is picture perfect, with a lovely new thatch.”

“The Thatched Cottage was a lovely place to stay.”

“Great location, and with the extremely good weather life was outside most of the time.”

“The Ower was a nice chap, but the cottage was dirty.”

“Outside lovely as per webpic, though grass (freshly cut) rough, and garden bare of plants.”

“Loved the cosy feel of the cottage”

“This is a romantic old house in beautiful surroundings.”

“A lovely cosy cottage in a super location, we loved the peat burning fire and the warm welcome.”

“The Thatched Cottage is a lovely, pretty property for those looking for something traditional and peacefully quiet, with stunning views of the mountains.”

“The cottage was very traditional and homely.”

“We had a wonderful week in the cottage.”

“We loved the wood burning stove and the quirkiness of the property.”

“We loved the cottage and the old feel of the place.”

“A traditional cottage with a wood burner, peace and quiet.”

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The property

About the location

DRUMMIN, COUNTY MAYO