Family home, Wild Atlantic Way & Galway City

Ireland - County Galway - Galway

Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Front of house. Car now a Toyota Prius.
Front of house. Car now a Toyota Prius.
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Dara, Simon, Molly & Maeve, in Italy
Dara, Simon, Molly & Maeve, in Italy
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Front view of house (2006)
Front view of house (2006)
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Dining room
Dining room
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Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Dining area in the evening
Dining area in the evening
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Dinner in the back garden
Dinner in the back garden
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,The living room
The living room
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Master bedroom, with super king size bed
Master bedroom, with super king size bed
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,House photos, home images
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Double bed in the attic of the house
Double bed in the attic of the house
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Bathroom
Bathroom
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Maeve's bedroom, with single bed
Maeve's bedroom, with single bed
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Dara's bedroom, with double bed
Dara's bedroom, with double bed
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Front of house with current car
Front of house with current car
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,House photos, home images
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Galway city
Galway city
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Beach in Connemara
Beach in Connemara
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway, Walk on the prom in Galway
Walk on the prom in Galway
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Galway Arts Festival tent
Galway Arts Festival tent
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Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Galway City centre
Galway City centre
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Maeve's swing in the garden
Maeve's swing in the garden
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,One of many Connemara beaches
One of many Connemara beaches
Home exhange in,Ireland,Galway,Blackrock diving tower, just a 20 minute walk away
Blackrock diving tower, just a 20 minute walk away
  • Sleeping capacity7
  • Bedrooms4
  • Bathrooms2

Simultaneous Home Exchange

Smoking Not Allowed

Children Welcome

Use of Personal Car is possible

We are looking for a home exchange in ...

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Our Home For Exchange

Description of the home we are offering for exchange

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Our house is a bright, modern, comfortable semi-detached house in Galway city, in the West of Ireland.

There are three double bedrooms, plus one bedroom with a single bed. We have two bathrooms (one en suite) and a toilet downstairs. Our living room has a wood-burning stove, and we have a dining room and a well-equipped kitchen. The rear of the house is south-facing and has a deck and small garden. There is an area to park the car at the front of the house.

Type

House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence


Amenities

  • Balcony / Deck
  • Dishwasher
  • Clothes Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Equipped for Children
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Baby Equipment
  • Private parking
  • Terrace / Patio

Entertainment

  • Computer available
  • DVD
  • Internet access
  • TV
  • Wireless Internet (WiFi)

Extras

  • Use of bicycle(s)

Setting

  • Urban
  • Suburban
  • Waterfront
  • Mountains
  • Seaside

Neighbourhood

Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area

Our house is in a quiet, suburban street. We know lots of our neighbours and my sister lives nearby. There are three large supermarkets within 3-5 minute walk from the house, where you can buy all the food, drinks and other goods you might need. There is also a nice cafe, bars, and other shops (clothes, health food, pharmacy), all within a short walk from the house. Our house is 3 km from the centre of Galway, accessible by foot, car, bike or bus.

Galway is a lively university town of around 75,000 inhabitants, situated on the river Corrib (where in some years it is possible to fish for wild salmon right in the city centre).

Galway began as a fishing village, but after an invasion by the Anglo-Norman forces of Richard de Burgo in the early 13th Century, it developed into a walled town. City status was granted by King Richard III in 1484. Around this time, 14 wealthy merchant families ruled the city, giving Galway its nickname "City of the Tribes".

The city is also a gateway to the Gaeltacht, an area in the West of Ireland where Irish (Gaeilge) is the first language. Galway is widely regarded as Ireland's most vibrant and entertaining city, because of its university population of around 25,000 and a substantial Arts community. There are numerous events throughout the year, including the very popular Arts Festival during the summer. Galway was recently awarded permanent UNESCO City of Film status.

Outdoor Activities

  • Beach
  • Biking
  • Cultural Events
  • Canoeing / Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Golfing
  • Tennis
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Lake
  • Public Swimming Pool
  • River
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving / Surfing
  • Windsurfing

Leisure

  • Cafés
  • Restaurants
  • Shopping

Cultural Activities

  • Concerts
  • Theatre

Transport Nearby

  • Bus

Neighbourhood Services

  • Bakery
  • Corner Shop
  • Pharmacy
  • Supermarket

Attractions

Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home

The distinct region of Connemara is located in the north west corner of County Galway. Connemara's breathtaking landscape is a mixture of unspoilt rivers, lakes, woodlands, rich meadowlands, rugged hills, dramatic mountains and stunning coastline of sandy beaches and crystal blue waters.

The Burren in neighbouring County Clare is famous for its unique rock formations, exceptional diversity of flora and fauna, and large number of historic sites.

The Aran Islands are famous for their prehistoric and Christian monuments including the spectacular Dún Aengus fort on Inishmore, the largest of the three isalnd. The unique landscape of the islands attracting numerous visitors to enjoy the cliff-top walks and spectacular coastal scenery. The middle island, Inishmaan offers visitors an authentic and unique experience.

The Cliffs of Moher are among Ireland's most spectacular natural wonders and most visited tourist attractions.

Our favourite restaurants


Cafés & bars


Leisure and cultural activities


Walks or jogging paths


Interesting day trips


Our Preferences

Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules

Please check our exchange preferences below

Conditions

  • Children Welcome
  • Pets Not Allowed
  • Smoking Not Allowed
  • Plant Care Needed

Use of Personal Car

  • Use of Personal Car is possible

Home Exchange Type

  • Simultaneous Home Exchange
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