Darby's Cottage
Baile Eamon
Spiddal
Co. Galway
H91 VR6P

Darby’s Cottage is a charming traditional thatched cottage set on 2.12 acres of picturesque countryside, just 1.5 km from the vibrant village of Spiddal. Originally built in 1902, the property has been thoughtfully renovated and upgraded to incorporate modern comforts, including underfloor heating, an electric water heating system, and a condenser boiler, while carefully preserving its timeless character and original features such as Liscannor stone flooring, sash windows, and the iconic thatched roof. The southerly aspect floods the cottage with natural light.

Upon entering through the quaint half door, you are welcomed into a warm and inviting open-plan living and dining area. The focal point of this space is a traditional open hearth, complemented by a stove that ensures a cosy and comfortable atmosphere.
A charming window seat offers views over the rear garden and apple orchard and a second half door leads to the kitchen area.

The accommodation is both practical and versatile, comprising a ground floor ensuite bedroom, a second bedroom on the upper level, and a mezzanine area that provides additional flexible living space. A well-appointed shower room completes the interior layout.

Externally, the property continues to impress. A separate garage offers excellent storage or potential use as a workshop or home office, while an outdoor shed which is plumbed and used as a utility space adds further functionality.
Spiddal Village, located just 1.5 km away on the shores of Galway Bay, is renowned for its vibrant cultural scene, offering traditional music venues, local craft shops, and scenic coastal walks. A key stop along the Wild Atlantic Way, the area attracts visitors with its beautiful sandy beaches, harbour, piers, and excellent fishing opportunities.

Properties of this character and potential seldom come to market, offering a unique opportunity to purchase a piece of Irish history and quintessential symbolism. The property has additional development potential (subject to planning permission).


Garden:
The fairytale, picture-perfect gardens extend to 2.12 acres, with a south-facing aspect and panoramic sea views, a natural landscape, and a charming apple orchard. A block-built shed provides ancillary accommodation, complete with plumbing for a washing machine and dryer, and houses the condenser boiler and electric water heating system. There are also remains of former outbuildings offering further character and potential.

Traditional cottage with two beds and mezzanine area
Ridge rethatched in 2025
South facing aspect with sea views over Galway Bay
Under floor heating - oil fired
Envirogreen Condenser boiler
20 - 26 kw Stove
Electric water heating system
Disability access

Living Room:  Open plan room spans the width of the home., Liscannor stone floor with underfloor heating, traditional wide open fireplace with Nestor Martin solid fuel stove and wooden over mantel, recess and wall lights, stairs to upper bedroom, dual aspect windows.
Dining Area:  Timber flooring and timber clad ceiling, wall light, rear aspect window.
Kitchen:  Liscannor Stone floor, fitted wall and floor kitchen units with wooden countertop and integrated Hotpoint hob and oven. Plumbed for dishwasher, Belfast sink, water filter tap, side door to rear garden, rear aspect window.
Shower Room:  Tiled floor and part tiled walls, wc, wash hand basin, heated towel rail, overhead pumped shower, recess lighting, folding door, front aspect window.
Bedroom 1:  Timber flooring and timber clad ceiling, coat hanger, rear aspect window, door to ensuite.
En-Suite Bathroom:  Tiled floor and part tiled walls, wc, wash hand basin, bath with brass shower tap fitting, heated towel rail, storage, recess and wall lights, front aspect window.
Bedroom 2:  Upper floor, timber flooring and timber clad ceiling, eves storage, wall lights, dual aspect window and window overlooking living area.
Mezzanine:  Accessed from living area with balcony overlooking, dual aspect windows, wall light, eves storage 3m x 2.8m.
Garage:  Garage/storage area, 3m x 6m stone floor, sky light windows, electrics.

BER: F
BER Number: 106523665
Energy Performance Indicator: 367.76 (kWh/m2/yr)

Spiddal is a village on the shore of Galway Bay in County Galway. It is 19 km west of Galway city, on the R336 road.

Spiddal is on the eastern side of the county's Gaeltacht and of the Connemara region. It is a tourist centre with a scenic beach, harbour, and shore fishing.Local shops and services include a newsagent's shop, grocery shop, post office, and petrol station in the centre of the village. There is also a pharmacy, a bank, a department store, and a butcher shop. There is a fast food outlet and a Chinese restaurant. On most weekend nights, and sometimes during the week in summer, there is live traditional Irish music in the pubs, most of which double as restaurants. There is a craft centre and gallery to the east of the village, and there is a hotel, and bed and breakfast accommodation.