Dolphin Watch Wild Atlantic Way

Crumlin, H91 E4C1 Fanore, Ireland – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.4/10! <small>(score from <b>36</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.9
Scored 8.9
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Rated excellent
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a kitchen and dining room with a table and chairs at Dolphin Watch Wild Atlantic Way in Fanore
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Dolphin Watch Wild Atlantic Way

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  • Houses
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Private Bathroom

Sunset House Holiday Homes is located 33 feet from the seashore at Fanore, along the Wild Atlantic Way, with panoramic ocean views. Sunset House is a modern bungalow with landscaped gardens. Free private parking is available at the property. There is a seating and/or dining area in some units. There is also a kitchen, equipped with an oven and microwave. A toaster and fridge are also provided, as well as a kettle. Guests can enjoy views of the Aran Islands, Galway Bay and the Connemara Coastline from Sunset House Fanore. The house is located 1.2 mi from Fanore, where guests will find restaurants, a shop, a post office and the O'Donohue's Blue Pub. The property is 1.9 mi from the Fanore Blue Flag Beach. Ennis is 22 mi from Sunset House Holiday Homes, while Doolin is 5.6 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Shannon Airport, 32 mi from Sunset House Holiday Homes.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
Bedroom 3:
1 full bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3:
3 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.4
High score for Fanore
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  • Kelly
    United States of America United States of America
    “The is a perfect spot to be close to the Cliffs of Moher and Doolin without feeling like a tourist. Beautiful view. Spacious. Cabin/cottage getaway feel. I love that in less than 15 we could be in the Doolin pubs. In less than a half hour in...”
  • Terri
    United States of America United States of America
    “The location was fantastic. The host was so great, she really made us feel at ease. The views were spectacular.”
  • Teresa
    Ireland Ireland
    “Gorgeous location and views, rooms well appointed. Beautiful 😍”

Host Info

8.8
8.8
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Sunset House and the Dolphin are located just 20m from the seashore at Fanore with panoramic Ocean views in a landscape garden estate. Views of the Atlantic Ocean, Aran Islands, Galway Bay, and the Connemara Coastline. Proximity to Doolin, Aran Islands, Ballyvaughan, Cliffs of Mohar, Lahinch, Kinvara, and Galway City. The house is located 1.5km from the famous O' Donohue Blue Pub, restaurant, shop, and local post office and 3km from Fanore Blue Flag Beach. The holiday homes are situated in the closest location to the Atlantic Ocean in Fanore on the Wild Atlantic Way. It's a base for exploring the Burren and Cliffs of Moher Geopark and the Aran Islands. The landscaped gardens are ideal for relaxation and watching the Sun go down on Galway Bay. We are located in the middle of the Burren National Park and 9 km from the world-famous Cliffs of Moher, and 3 km from Fanore’s Blue Flag Beach. Additionally, the town of Doolin is 9km away where you can enjoy traditional Irish Music, dining eating out at bars and restaurants Hub of the area music and visit the Aran Islands via Doolin Pier.
Sheila is an excellent host and highly recommends Sunset & Dolphin holiday homes. Complete relaxation is offered at this seaside location while gazing at the Aran Islands and Galway bay. The background here extends across the lovely green, fertile hills above Fanore. You can enjoy the glorious sunrises and magnificent sunsets with your exclusive view of the Atlantic Ocean & Galway Bay right here on the WAW. Our accommodation comprises two-holiday homes accommodating 4 and 6 people where you are guaranteed to sleep and awaken to the sound of the Atlantic Ocean. Sheila, the host loves the Atlantic Ocean and the Burren Landscape and takes great pride in keeping the landscaped gardens blooming for all guests to relax and enjoy. The many beautiful Hydrangea varieties and Wild Roses are the signature flowers of the gardens. Often you can see early morning wild hares playing on the green mowed lawns and Bottlenose Dolphins playing in the bay can be a common sight at this resort. Sheila looks forward to welcoming you to Sunset House and Dolphin house holiday homes and wishes you an enjoyable stay. This location is an artist's and writer’s paradise, a stone's throw from the shoreline.
Fanore has a blue flag beach which is one of the 9 sites within the Burren & Cliffs of Moher Geo Park. Ideal location for sea angling, hill walking, surfing, and swimming on Fanore Beach. The music capital of Doolin is only 9km away and is the nightlife and eating-out HUB of the area with many bars and restaurants serving local produce. O' Donoghues Blue pub is 8famous for its Fish & Chips. The Spa town of Lisdoonvarna is located 11 km away and is famous for hosting the annual matchmaking festival each September. Ennis is 35km and Shannon Airport is 51 km. Doolin Siopa Fanore is the general store with a well-stocked Angling shop and offers expert sea fishing advice. Few places in the world offer such incredible proximity to the Ocean on one side with the rugged limestone landscape in the background as Fanore. or the Fanore Self catering location.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Dolphin Watch Wild Atlantic Way
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Toaster
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Sitting area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Cable channels
    • Satellite channels
    • Radio
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Soundproof
    • Private entrance
    • Ironing facilities
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Common Areas
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Horseback riding
      Additional charge
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    Outdoor & View
    • Mountain view
    • Garden view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building Characteristics
    • Semi-detached
    • Detached
    Miscellaneous
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • 24-hour security
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Dolphin Watch Wild Atlantic Way takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    From 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Refundable damage deposit

    A damage deposit of EUR 100 is required on arrival. That's about USD 107. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 2 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Dolphin Watch Wild Atlantic Way of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    A damage deposit of € 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about Dolphin Watch Wild Atlantic Way

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Dolphin Watch Wild Atlantic Way on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Dolphin Watch Wild Atlantic Way on this page.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Dolphin Watch Wild Atlantic Way (subject to availability) that can accommodate:

      • 6 guests
      • 7 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at Dolphin Watch Wild Atlantic Way may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Dolphin Watch Wild Atlantic Way. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, Dolphin Watch Wild Atlantic Way is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Dolphin Watch Wild Atlantic Way offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Horseback riding

    • Dolphin Watch Wild Atlantic Way has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 3 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Dolphin Watch Wild Atlantic Way is 2.5 miles from the center of Fanore. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Dolphin Watch Wild Atlantic Way is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.