Another enjoyable stay at Lavins. This was our 3rd stay and we will be back. Many Thanks to James and Christina
Lavins House
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Overview
4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
8 guests
3 nights minimum
Bungalow
A detached bungalow situated in a countryside setting, walking distance from Balla, County Mayo. This bungalow sleeps up to eight people in four double bedrooms, main bedroom with en suite. Separate kitchen living room and dining room. Outside there is off road parking for several cars plus private rear garden.
The small village of Balla, County Mayo offers a number of pubs, which have a variety of entertainment, including Irish music and Ceilis. Golf course within 15 mins walk. Nearby towns Claremorris and Castlebar boast a range of shops, pubs and restaurants.
Within driving distance to many places of interest including:
Connemara National Park
Knock
Westport (beach)
Croagh Patrick
Ballina (fishing)
Galway
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House Rules
Pets Allowed: No
Smoking Allowed: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
No parties allowed
Bathrooms
1 Full bath, 1 Attached (ensuite)
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About the Owner
James L
Response Rate:100%
Response Time:Within a few hours
Listed Since:January 2014
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This spacious home was everything we wanted, and more. It is very comfortable with 4 bedrooms, separate dining room, living room and a large garden. The house is also well equipped, although we had to pay an extra 20 Euro for internet for our stay....More
Date of stay: July 2019
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Visited house July 2019. House is well equipped, clean and very comfortable. Ideally located for exploring the area, we visited Knock approx 12 miles away. Would definitely recommend and would visit again. Many thanks!
Date of stay: July 2019
Thank Susan B
FellowTraveler519157, VR Owner at Lavins House, responded to this reviewResponded 28 July 2019
Hi Susan thanks for your review hope you had a wonderful holiday and would like to welcome you back again soon. Regards James.
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Great west of Ireland location.Suitably located for access to all parts of Mayo and surrounding counties .We felt very at home here in this friendly town . Local facilities great .Friendly coffee shop / cafe serving amazing breakfast with a wonderful pleasant staff. We loved...More
Date of stay: September 2018
Thank Mary H
FellowTraveler519157, VR Owner at Lavins House, responded to this reviewResponded 28 September 2018
Thank you for your kind review. We are glad you had a good holiday. We look forward to welcoming you for your next visit.
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Great accommodation, clean and spacious with everything you need for a week's (or longer} stay. The house is midway between Claremorris and Castlebar, ideally situated for touring Co. Mayo. Galway, Sligo and Westport are all within an hours drive. Take a trip to Westport and...More
Date of stay: August 2018
Thank Paul O
FellowTraveler519157, VR Owner at Lavins House, responded to this reviewResponded 9 September 2018
Thank you for your review. Glad to hear you had such a good stay. Let us know if you are ever back touring the west and we would be happy to accommodate you. Regards James
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good house with all you need for a comfortable holiday the village is not big but it has all the facilities that is needed for most peoples needs
Date of stay: July 2018
Thank walter m
Management response:Responded 31 July 2018
Thank you for your review. You are more than welcome to stay anytime.
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Stayed for 4 nights last week with my family. The house was lovely. Very clean and had everything you might need. In a very convenient location. Highly recommend. Will be booking next time we visit.
Date of stay: February 2018
Thank Sinead T
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The property is set back off the road and there are nice views of the surrounding countryside. It is in a very quiet spot but you are close enough to the local town of Balla to walk in and it is a very good base...More
Date of stay: April 2017
Thank sstanway
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We had a great time, quiet and relaxing and the people very welcoming country to discover absolutely
..We had a great time, quiet and relaxing and the people very welcoming country to discover absolutely
Date of stay: July 2016
Thank Travel682239
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We had a great time staying at Lavins house. The rooms were spacious and it was very comfortable. Close proximity to grocery shopping (only about 7 miles away in either direction). Balla is very close but grocery shopping is limited to necessities. We ate at...More
Date of stay: September 2016
Thank kkancianich
Management response:Responded 27 September 2016
Thank you for the review it helps with future bookings and I will be installing Wi-Fi in the near future.Hope you had a great holiday Thanks again James.
Amenities
Pets Allowed: No
Smoking Allowed: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
Central Heating
Suitable For Children Under 5
Dishwasher
Freezer
Refrigerator
Internet Access
Iron
Kettle
Linens Provided
Microwave
Private Garden
Safe
Secure Parking
Cooker
Toaster
Towels Provided
TV
VCR
Washer
Wi-Fi
Fishing Nearby
Golf Course Is On Site Or Within 15 Mins Walk
Hiking Trips
Rural/Countryside Retreats
Short Term Rentals (4 Days Or Fewer)
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About the neighbourhood
The small village of Balla, County Mayo offers a number of pubs, which have a variety of entertainment, including Irish music and Ceilis. Golf course within 15 mins walk. Nearby towns Claremorris and Castlebar boast a range of shops, pubs and restaurants.
Within driving distance to many places of interest including:
Connemara National Park
Knock
Westport (beach)
Croagh Patrick
Ballina (fishing)
Galway
Getting around
Within driving distance to many places of interest including:
Connemara National Park
Knock
Westport (beach)
Croagh Patrick
Ballina (fishing)
Galway
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