Irish Country Cottages

The West Coast


Powerful, wild and wonderful

Limerick, Clare, Galway and Mayo, Ireland's West Coast welcomes you with wonderfully unique charms. Market towns and villages full of character; an ancient and unspoilt land encompassing dramatic coastlines of rugged headlands, mist laced hills, craggy mountains, shimmering estuaries and fertile bogs. A haven for wildlife and plants, the region is renowned for outdoor fun with a dazzling range of activities from which to choose. The rolling Atlantic Ocean plays a huge part in the lives of the communities, which is reflected in their rich history, music and art. Walk the incomparable Galway Bay and take a boat out to the Aran Islands. Visit ancient settlements, fine houses and great local pubs; try your hand at sea fishing and join in with the 'craic' at many of the local festivals throughout the year.

Things to do...

Visit vibrant Limerick City or Galway for great days and nights out and about. Foynes Flying Boat Museum for fascinating history, breathtaking Cliffs of Moher and family fun at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. Explore beautiful Galway Bay and Aran Islands, the National Museum of Country Life in Mayo and Westport for superb sea fishing.

West Coast
The East Coast & Midlands Map