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Buttermilk Lodge

Three Star

Westport Road, Clifden, Galway Show on a map

Superb 9.2/10 thumb up

Rated 9.2 by GoIreland customers
(5 ratings)

Buttermilk Lodge Guesthouse
Buttermilk Lodge Guesthouse is a warm, friendly, home from home, located just 400 metres (5 minutes walk) from Clifden centre. Being on the Westport Road it’s easy to find.
All 11 rooms are ensuite (all with shower some with bath also) with WiFi and every modern convenience. Your warm welcome includes afternoon tea by the turf fire where there is always a cuppa available. Our extensive breakfast menu( smoked salmon, irish Breakfast, Pancakes, Daily special etc, free-range eggs, home baking, tasteful décor, stunning mountain views, Friendly Connemara Ponies, Free Wifi, Computer and Printer for guests use, and many extra touches ensure return visits. Laundry Service, Packed Lunches, Early Breakfasts, no problem! Pat is a qualified walking guide and can assist with advice and is available for guided walks. ITB 3** 8 star, Children over 5 welcome, No smoking home.

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Location (Back to top)

Directions

Buttermilk Lodge Guesthouse
From Galway : (90 minutes drive) take N59 for Clifden. As you arrive in town, turn right at the TOPAZ petrol station, This is the Westport Rd, we are 400 metres up this road on the left. Clearly Signposted.
From Westport : (60 minutes) take N59 for Clifden. We are on the right as you arrive in Clifden, 100 metres after the Clifden sign, just after the 50km speed limit sign. Clearly Signposted.

Within Walking Distance

 

Town Centre; Station House Museum; Library, Shops; Pubs; Art Galleries; Restaurants; John D'arcy Memorial; Sky Road; Clifden Bay.

Within 10kms

Clifden and Connemara offer a wide variety of things to do: Visit Omey Island, Inishbofin Island, the Aran Islands, Connemara National Park, Kylemore Abbey, Roundstone Musical Instruments, Connemara Smokehouse, Ballyconneely Golf Course, Leeann Cultural Centre, Dan O Hara’s Heritage Centre, Clifden Museum etc

Take a drive on the famous Sky Road, and any of the numerous peninsulas etc the scenery is breathtaking! There are too many sandy beaches and lakes to name. The Twelve Bens, Maumturks etc. offer excellent walking. 

There is live music in one of the pubs of Clifden most nights all year round, and nightly from 6pm in summer time. The restaurants, pubs and cafes etc offer excellent dining to meet all tastes and budgets!

Description

Located 400 metres from Clifden town, this family run property prides itself in guest comfort and satisfaction.

All room are ensuite,with all the modern amenities supplied. Take time out to walk into Clifden where you are spoilt for choice with bars, restaurants and attractions.

Room Features (Back to top)

Buttermilk Lodge Guesthouse
All 11 bedrooms have private shower room, some also have baths. There are some ground-floor rooms. Double Rooms have one King or Queen size bed, Twin Rooms have two single beds, and Triple Rooms have a double bed and a single bed.
The bedrooms are spacious and well maintained, they are individually decorated with original art, plants etc. All rooms are carpeted and have blackout curtains. All rooms have multi-channel TV, radio alarm clock, direct dial telephone, wifi, hairdryer, ironing facilities, personal toiletries, towels etc.
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Reviews for Buttermilk Lodge(Back to top)

Total Score 9.2/10 (from 5 reviews)

  • 9/10 for Bedrooms
  • 9/10 for Rest of house
  • 9/10 for Breakfast
  • 9/10 for Recommend to a friend
  • 9/10 for Welcome
  • 9/10 for Cleanliness
  • 9/10 for Friendliness
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10/10

Joanna from Tenterden

Stayed 09-2011
Mature couple

Very clean and comfortable. Excellent welcome. Generous Irish breakfast.

9/10

Anonymous from Neu Anspach

Stayed 08-2011
Mature couple

Great atmosphäre and lovely rooms.

8/10

Anonymous from Warsaw

Stayed 09-2010
Mature couple

Excellent location on the edge of Clifden, handy to everything important, but easy to escape.

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Facilities (Back to top)

Buttermilk Lodge Guesthouse
The guest lounge has a real turf fire, complimentary tea/coffee facilities, corkscrews, bottle openers and glasses, original art, board games, books and lots of local information.
The breakfast room is bright and airy; guests help themselves to juices, cereals, preserved and fresh fruits, yoghurts, cold meats and cheeses, freshly baked croissants and scones and our homemade breads. Then they choose from the selection of hot beverages and freshly cooked breakfasts on offer, Irish Breakfast, Homemade Pancakes, Smoked Salmon etc 
In the upstairs lounge there is a computer and printer for guests use.
As our home is non smoking a smoking area is located outside. The garden is large with seats, and stunning views. The elevated rear garden offers stunning views to the town of Clifden and the Twelve Bens.
We raise Connemara Ponies and Connemara Blackface Sheep on our land nearby, guests are welcome to visit them, and can meet Toby, our sheepdog and Harley our Golden Retriever if they wish.

Credit Cards

  • Access Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Laser
  • Maestro Card
  • Visa

Disabled Access

  • Guide Dogs Welcome

Facilities

  • Car Parking - Free on site
  • Car Parking - Private
  • Central Heating
  • Dry Cleaning Service
  • Garden For Guest Use
  • Ground Floor Bedroom(s)
  • Internet Access - Free WiFi Public Areas
  • Laundry Service
  • Luggage Storage
  • No Smoking On Premises
  • Organic Produce

In Room Facilities

  • Hair Dryer
  • Heated Towel Rail
  • Internet Access - Free Broadband
  • Internet Access - Free Wifi
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Luxury Bathroom Products
  • No Smoking
  • Power Shower
  • Telephone
  • Television
  • Writing Desk

Meals And Drinks

  • Packed Lunches On Request

Nearby Leisure

  • Angling.
  • Bar(s)
  • Bicycle Hire.
  • Boating.
  • Entertainment.
  • Golf Course.
  • Gun Sports.
  • Gym.
  • Health & Beauty Centre(s)
  • Hill Walking.
  • Horse Riding.
  • Leisure Complex.
  • Orienteering
  • Pitch And Putt.
  • Restaurant(s)
  • Rock Climbing
  • Sailing.
  • Sandy Beach.
  • Sauna.
  • Shopping Centre
  • Snooker.
  • Squash Court.
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor.
  • Swimming Pool - Outdoor.
  • Tennis Court.
  • Traditional Music.
  • Walking Distance of Bar/Shop
  • Water Sports.

Premises Location

  • Mountain
  • Scenic
  • Urban

Recommendations

  • AA Recommended
  • Frommers
  • Michelin Recommended
  • RAC Recommended