The Waters Country House in Newtown offers a quiet getaway with a highly praised breakfast. Enjoy the terrace, browse the library, or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi keeps you connected in your room, and the attentive staff enhances your stay.
Located in Newtown, a neighbourhood in Ballyvaughan, The Waters Country House is in a rural area and in a national park. Newtown Castle and Poulnabrone Dolmen are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Burren National Park and Galway Bay. Burren Perfumery and Burren Stained Glass Art are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Ballyvaughan travel guide
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a garden at The Waters Country House. In addition to a library and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free newspapers, luggage storage and smoke-free property
Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Waters Country House offer amenities, such as free WiFi, free newspapers and free bottled water.
Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
A bar/lounge
Things to do
Library
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Garden
In a national park
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift
More
2 floors
4 buildings
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Desk
Free daily newspapers
Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
National rating
This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.
Property is also known as
Waters Country House Guesthouse Ballyvaughan
Waters Country House Guesthouse
Waters Country House Ballyvaughan
Waters Country House
The Waters Ballyvaughan
The Waters Country House Guesthouse
The Waters Country House Ballyvaughan
The Waters Country House Guesthouse Ballyvaughan
Frequently asked questions
Is The Waters Country House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Waters Country House?
As of 26 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waters Country House on 27 Apr 2026 start from 4.570.831 ₫, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Waters Country House?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at The Waters Country House?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at The Waters Country House?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Waters Country House located?
Located in Newtown, this guesthouse is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Newtown Castle and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Galway Bay. Poulnabrone Dolmen and Caherconnell Stone Fort are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Waters Country House Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
10
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 342 out of 397 reviews
10 - Excellent
342
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 397 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 397 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 397 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 397 reviews
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Taylor
5 Apr 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Such a beautiful area in a quaint hotel and kind staff
Lovely atmosphere, fantastic hosts and very welcoming. Rustic charm with fantastic country landscape views and local castle to explore. Highly recommend.
We only had a quick stop at the Waters House, but from what we experienced it was a very nice place, with very friendly hosts. Breakfast was very good.
We happened to find this gem and we will definitely be back. We were only there for one night, which was definitely not long enough. Gorgeous views, cozy rooms and delicious breakfast!
This was a nice, relaxing and quiet stay for us on our road trip around the coastline of Ireland. The location in the countryside was nice and peaceful, but also close to town. We enjoyed the cozy fire room for a family game night while there. We’d highly recommend this place!
It was a lovely property. The inside had lots of character. The breakfast was very nice and bountiful. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely return.
Absolutely gorgeous eclectic property! Common areas were very unique and comfortable. The breakfast was outstanding! Very comfortable bed. Safe and quiet. Hosts were so welcoming!
Wonderful place tucked away in the countryside on a quick trip to the Cliffs. Excellent breakfast and nice accommodations. Our first trip to Ireland. We will be back. Maria was a wonderful host.
Beautiful country setting and great lounge with fireplace. The ambiance is quite special. Both an extensive buffet breakfast and hot breakfast is available to you. The host is gracious and welcoming.
This was by far my favorite place that we stayed in Ireland. A wonderful country experience. The spring in the lower level of the house is amazing and the views are superb. The food was also excellent. Thank you so much!
The Water Country House was the perfect retreat. We were only there for one night, but the hosts and lodgings were wonderful. The hotel is exquisitely sited into the hillside, taking full advantage of the views and the natural surroundings. We have already recommended it to friends traveling to the area next year. We hope to return in the future, next time for a longer visit.
We loved our stay at The Waters County House! It was a lovely little place in the countryside with gorgeous views, lovely staff, and a delicious breakfast! I especially loved the beautiful fountain in the back of the property that let me settle down and sketch for the night! Thank you so much for the stay!!
The quite location was outstanding, we loved the sitting rooms with the fireplaces and the breakfast was far beyond our expectations. By far the best breakfast of our entire trip.
The Waters Country House is lovely! Clean, comfortable rooms, cozy public spaces, and beautifully decorated throughout the building. We especially enjoyed sitting by the fire in the library on a rainy evening. The owners and staff were so kind. We appreciated their welcoming hospitality. And the breakfast was one of the best we’ve had anywhere. Perfect!
Erin
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer
27 Apr 2024
Liked: Amenities
One of the most beautiful experiences and property! We thoroughly enjoyed our time and staff was wonderful!
It is a little off of the beaten path, but that was exactly what we were looking for. Wilhelm, one of the owners, personally greeted us and gave us a tour of the grounds and showed us to our rooms. He also welcomed us to breakfast, took our orders and delivered our food. He is very proud of his establishment! It is close to several tourist attractions (Poulnabrone Dolmen, Ailwee Caves and Newtown Castle).