Family-friendly vacation rentals in Athlone

Booking was a breeze. Contacted the hosts beforehand and they were extremely helpful in narrowing down a date and a check-in time. When we arrived, Dermot was there to greet us and showed us to our place of stay. He made sure that we felt welcomed and if we needed anything at all, not to be afraid to give him a shout. Dermot helped us with organising a take-away and also with setting up the fire and heater. Area was beautiful and peaceful with stunning views of the Ox Mountains range. The barn was far bigger than I expected, with lots of room and everything you could need. Overall, was a very enjoyable experience and would highly recommend it.

As advertised. We had a nice relaxing stay. If you’re looking to unplug for a weekend in a rural area , in a rustic cabin, this is for you. It is not a hotel but glamping but pictures were accurate. Communication was great but be aware no wi fi and cell service didn’t work for us. Hunter the dog guided us on a nice nature walk.

Great host. Quiet setting but nearest town Balliborough poor for evening restaurants. From description we thought kayak n paddle boards came with chalet - had to book but little available . Hot tub great . All in all we would highly recommended it .

Fran was fantastic, kept in touch prior to my stay and provide me with tons of information on things to do and where to visit. I was asked upon each day via message if there was anything i needed. Couldnt ask for a better host. Thank you

This was our second stay at Mark’s Eden Retreat Cottage. We stayed there last year and loved it so much we came again this year. The size was perfect for a small group of friends on a combined business and leisure trip. We love the spacious kitchen and especially the little fireplace. The surroundings are beautiful and peaceful and just a short trip into town for supplied, pubs, busses, shopping, etc. Last year we used the hottub but this year it was out of service. Mark notified us in advance of this and compensated us for the inconvenience, which I appreciated very much.. Mark is a great communicator! Will stay again. Thank you!

A beautiful building lovingly restored in a great location if you like walks, beautiful countryside while still being near to towns and villages for a nice meal out. John was so helpful and friendly, it just started our break off on the right foot. Ps bring carrots for the donkeys in the paddock next door, the stars of the show

We had a fab break with 6 adults and a toddler. Lots of space for us all and well set up for young children which was great. We ate in Keenan’s and the Purple Onion which were only a few mins walk away- both lovely. Visited a local playground across the Shannon which was a nice walk.

We had a lovely stay here at Audrey's cottage. We honestly can't fault anything. The place was spotless, had everything we needed. A shop, takeaway, pub, butchers, all in walking distance. We highly recommend staying here and hope to stay again in future. Very kind and helpful host. 10/10

We were more than satisfied with the accommodation. We were greeted by horses and the extremely sweet little dog Minnie, and then by delicious scones in the apartment. The area is beautiful and we went on several day trips to Connemara National Park, Burren National Park, the Aran Islands/Cliffs of Moher and Galway. What's more, the area was just perfect for us and the children. My daughters loved feeding the horses and playing with Minnie the dog. Or, if it rains a little, there is additional room for playing, which is equipped with some toys, table tennis, etc. Maura responded quickly to minor problems and helped us out, and was generally very accommodating. If we ever visit Ireland again, we will definitely stop by here again.

My family loved our stay at Ardcarne Lodge. Brian and his parents were helpful and welcoming, with lots of local recommendations for restaurants and sightseeing, and the lodge itself was utterly charming. We also appreciated the fresh flowers, and the grocery essentials in the fridge. Our stay here was one of the highlights of our trip to Ireland!

Amazing place to stay, really quiet and peaceful. It's a lovely spot with great views. We had a great time and will definitely visit again.

If you're looking for a traditional Irish country cottage, with plenty of space, and privacy, you won't go wrong with this. Margaret the host was fabulous from the moment it was booked and really couldn't have been more helpful. The cottage has everything you could possibly need, both indoors and outdoors and it was lovely to find some buns, milk, orange juice and water on arrival. A very nice touch. Thoroughly recommend the host and the cottage. Book with confidence - you won't regret it.

A beautifully and extremely well equipped home that was a perfect base for us to explore the region. The elegantly designed cottage was comfortable and spotlessly clean and the private enclosed back garden was the icing on the cake with the beautiful sunshine and our dog who could potter about freely. Celine as a host was extremely friendly in her interactions and was very responsive to all messages. I have no qualms about recommending this listing to others.

One of the most unique and incredible experiences we've had to date! We had never put hands near a boat so were a bit apprehensive about booking but after been through it now on the weekend just gone we would do it again in a heartbeat ! I was so sad to go home 😂 Siobhan was away so unfortunately we didn't get to meet before setting off we weren't given as much of a comprehensive lesson as we would have liked 🙈 but we figured it out along the way and loved every second. We have an American Bully who also came along for the ride and this was a game changer for us because being able to bring her with us on our adventures is so important.. 🩷 Highly recommend if you're looking for a scenic, unique experience with a few laughs along the way 🫶🏽 We'll absolutely be back ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The Family stay was excellent for all ages the house was perfect big kitchen quiet to room and all big bedrooms. Easy to find and close to some local bits and easy to get to Carrick on Shannon and lough key Forrest park

Francis was an excellent host. He responded very promptly and checked in with us to be sure all was well throughout our stay. The place was nice and clean with plenty of room for our group of 7+ baby. It’s close to all you would want to see in Galway for a couple nights and is right next to the beautiful river where you can have a nice stroll and watch a sunset. Loved it!

Stephanie was the best Airbnb host we ever had! We loved staying at her beautiful, peaceful cottage. She thought of everything to make the space as cozy, and usable as possible. Could not reccomend more:)

We had a wonderful stay at The Granary. Kelly is a great host, happy to support with anything. We loved to meet the animals. The Wifi was good enough to work from there. Thank you Kelly, for these lovely days!

Mary's place was warm and homey. It is an old Irish cottage. She laid out a nice tea with homemade scones and soda bread for our arrival, which were delicious. She also had many things available for personal needs including food items and health and beauty aids. Mary shared advice on things to see and do in the area. We all enjoyed our stay at Bridgie's Cottage.

This was a wonderful place!

Fantastic accomodation and really helpful host

We had a lovely stay here for a reunion with six uni friends — such a special catch-up! The place was perfect for our group: spacious, quiet, and very comfortable. The amenities were great — everything we needed was provided, and the whole home felt really well thought out. A beautiful spot to relax, laugh, and reconnect. Would definitely recommend and stay again!