Holiday home - 8 persons - N84 Headford Rd - Galway

5 Minutes From Galway CitySet in Galway, 4.5 km from Galway Greyhound Stadium, Ballindooley Castle on the Headford Road offers accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, a fully fitted kitchen, and a large living room. With free private parking, the property is 4.6 km from Eyre Square and 4.6 km from Galway Railway Station. It has borne witness to power struggles, withstood sieges, and provided shelter for numerous noble families throughout the centuries. Within its walls, countless stories and secrets lie hidden, waiting to be discovered. While Ballindooley Castle has undergone restoration and preservation efforts over time, it still retains its medieval charm and serves as a remarkable testament to the architectural expertise of its era. The castle has a fully fitted kitchen, an open fire stove in the living room and a utility room. Its architecture showcases a rectangular structure with robust stone walls, small windows, murder holes, a dungeon, and defensive battlements. These design features reflect the castle's primary purpose of providing protection and security during a tumultuous era. It has borne witness to power struggles, withstood sieges, and provided shelter for numerous noble families throughout the centuries. Within its walls, countless stories and secrets lie hidden, waiting to be discovered. While Ballindooley Castle has undergone restoration and preservation efforts over time, it still retains its medieval charm and serves as a remarkable testament to the architectural expertise of its era. Ballindooley Castle is a historic fortress located in County Galway, Ireland. It is a striking example of a medieval tower house, a type of fortified dwelling commonly constructed by Irish nobility before Christopher Columbus set sale to the Americas. The castle stands proudly amidst a picturesque landscape, surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills. Inside Ballindooley Castle, visitors would find multiple floors connected by a spiral staircase that winds its way up through the core of the building. The interior is characterized by sturdy stone walls, vaulted ceilings, and remnants of original architectural elements, capturing the essence of its historical significance. The castle's entrance is guarded by a formidable wooden door, leading to a ground-level hall that served as a communal area for daily activities. As one ascends the spiral staircase, various rooms would be discovered on different levels, including bedrooms, a great hall for dining and entertainment, a kitchen, and potentially a chapel. Ballindooley Castle boasts a rich and captivating history.

House information: Bathrooms: 2; Bedroom: 3; Castle; Detached building; Exceptional object; Historical building; Property area: 320 m²; Total number of floors in the building: 5; Year of construction: 1490

Sleeping facilities: Number of double beds (1.80 m width): 2; Number of single beds: 4

Living area: Fireplace; Iron; TV; Woodburning stove

Bath/WC: Hairdryer; Shower; Shower; Toilet; Toilet; Toilet

Kitchen: Dishwasher; Fridge; Microwave; Oven; Toaster; Water boiler

Other: Games for children; Heating; Owner lives on the property; Pets allowed: max. 11; Vacuum cleaner; Washing machine; Wifi