Holiday houses in The Bog Road

Spacious modern house in the heart of Portumna

Portumna, Co. Galway  Portumna, meaning 'the landing place of the oak” is a market town in the south-east of County Galway, Ireland, on the border with and linked by a bridge to County Tipperary.   The town is located to the west of the point where the River Shannon enters Lough Derg.  Portumna is the perfect location to spend your day, days, weeks with us entirely or to use as a base to tour the region.  Portumna is located -   Within one hour of Galway, Limerick, Ennis, Athlone, Thurles, Ballina - Killaloe, Tullamore, Tuam, Athenry, Portlaoise and lots more.  Within 30 minutes of Birr, Ballinasloe, Loughrea, Nenagh, Mounshannon, Scarriff.  Under 2 hours to Cliffs of Moher, Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport, Knock (Ireland West Airport), Connemara, Westport, Clifden, Cork, Kilkenny, Killarney, Doolin, Lahinch.  Discover Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland's Ancient East, Ireland's Hidden Heartlands from the perfect base that is Portumna.    Top Attractions to Visit in Portumna:  The Irish Workhouse Centre  Portumna Forest Park  Portumna Castle   Portumna Marina  Portumna Friary  Recreational swimming park  Portumna Golf Club  Portumna Tennis Club  Play ground     Some Facilities in and around Portumna- Bike Hire   Pallas Karting   Shannon Cruising   Kayaking & Canoeing on Lough Derg  Flowerhill Horse   Tearaways Pet farm   Turoe Pet farm   Birr Castle  And lots more....

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Turret House

Uniquely renovated country cottage (incorporating farmyard, hen house & piggery) on the outskirts of Banagher in Ireland's hidden heartlands. River Shannon & marina Cruising, boating, outdoor swimming pool, fishing, kayaking & scuba diving Birr Castle & Demesne & famous giant telescope Birr & Esker Hills golf course Lough Boora Discovery Park Clonmacnoise Monastic Site Grand Canal Greenway walking & cycling Slieve Blooms hiking Pubs (inc. Hough's famous singing pub) shops & restaurants

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Escape to the beautiful countryside

Sleeping six people, this lovely cottage is ideal for a family or group of friends wanting to enjoy some quality time together amongst the stunning Galway countryside. This charming cottage boasts a fully-equipped kitchen and dining area. The cosy sitting room makes for a superb area for everyone to gather around and enjoy time together. Visit Portumna forest park and castle or enjoy a round of golf at the 18-hole course. With Lough Derg so close, enjoy all the water based activities on offer

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19th Century Georgian House and Nature Reserve

We look forward to welcoming you to Ballincard House! Take a step back in time and enjoy the charm of your private apartment located on the second floor of our 19th Century Georgian home. If desired, we are delighted to guide you through the house and share with you almost 200 years of our home's rich history. Roam freely through our 120 acres of gardens, farmland and woodlands, or enjoy a guided tour of our grounds and learn of present day efforts to transform our land into a nature reserve.

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Beautiful lakeside home

Beautiful hilltop home, overlooking Lough Derg - Arra mountains to the east and Lough Derg to the west with all the lakeside amenities Our home is a 2 storied 6 bedroomed house with panoramic views of the lakes, rivers and mountains of North Tipperary. The house is set in great privacy on 1.6 acres of gardens and woodland at the end a long driveway accessed through electric gates. Perfect location for enjoying local amenities or exploring the rest of Ireland - 2 hours to most tourist spots.

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Charming Getaway in Portumna

Welcome to your Perfect home away from home in the picturesque town of Portumna Co Galway, This Spacious, cozy 5-bedroom house offers all the comforts you need for a relaxing and memorable stay, its ideal for families, Friends or anyone looking to relax & unwind. Nestled near the banks of the River Shannon and the serene shores of Lough Derg, explore the breathtaking trails in our forest park, Portumna Castle and Playground, with lots to do in and around our surrounding area

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Ghillies Lair

This is a two-story cottage over 100 years old recently renovated and situated on its own extensive private site. A five minute walk to the town center and the same distance to Lough Derg and the river Shannon. It has onsite parking and outdoor covered facilities for dining. It is ideally located for outdoor activities including swimming, Angling, Boating , Cycling Walking and Golfing. The Forest Park has numerous walking \ cycling trails and a new Blueway is now open.

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Fuchsia Lane Farm Stables Cottage

Escape to Fuchsia Lane Farm, a peaceful retreat near Terryglass and Lough Derg. Stay in charming cottages surrounded by nature, with woodland walks, bikes, and our private sauna. Enjoy local produce, the creative Haybarn Hub, and our regenerative tourism ethos. Private, calm, and close to lakeside trails and cosy pubs -the perfect place to slow down, reconnect, and unwind. For the 2026 season we have a brand new Pickleball court! We supply paddles and balls.

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Bellefield House and Gardens

Bellefield House and Gardens is a unique home, situated in the heart of Ireland. Lovingly and tastefully restored by its former owner the renowned architect and garden designer Angela Jupe. Both house and gardens have been carefully upgraded while retaining their period charm. The house is situated down a private drive and guests will have exclusive access to the 2 acre walled garden and be able to stroll the 20 acres of grounds that surround the house.

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Lime Kiln Self Catering Cottage

Relax with the whole family at our peaceful country cottage. Lime Kiln Cottage is nestled in the midst of the picturesque Irish countryside, surrounded by lush green fields, rolling hills and stunning views. Conveniently Located just 15 minutes from the heritage town of Birr and just1.5 hours from Dublin and 1 hour from Galway, our cottage is perfect for exploring all of Ireland's hidden heartland has to offer including the stunning River Shannon.

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LakeLands harbour cabin

Private Log Cabin, fronting on to the lake with access to private harbour. Surrounded by mature woodlands, this modern but cosy cabin is positioned on Eastern Shores of Lough Derg, by Garryknnedy. Perfect for holidays at anytime of the year,it's a heaven for fishermen and nature lovers. Excellent for water sports, local forest walks, pony trekking, and relaxation. Makes great holiday base for families, or those who want to get away from it all.

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Modern House in a Great Location

This modern semi-detached is in private estate close to all amenities, nicely furnished and decorated with double en suite bedroom; twin and single bedrooms sharing bathroom/shower; kitchen/dining and lounge with utility and toilet/wash room. Rear furnished sun patio with shrub/flower garden. Parking area. Close to supermarkets, restaurants, shops. You will enjoy your stay here with all the outdoor amenities and friendly neighbourhood.

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