Hugged by the Mountains. Kissed by the Sea.

Suantrai Cottage peacefully lies in a sheltered bay right along the Wild Atlantic Way surrounded by rugged Connemara bog with traditional stone walls, old ruins, sandy coves and huge tidal areas where the sea dictates the rhythm of time.

Coastline Treasure Hunt

Our extensive, healthy coastline is ideal for long walks exploring the abundance and diversity of the sea that has influenced life around here for centuries.

Not a fan of seaweed soup? Scroll down to find places to eat!

Sailing, Seakayaking, swimming, paddle boarding - no matter how you like to move on and through the water, it is right on our doorstep.

Sea everything

There is plenty of hiking trails right on our doorstep. The Moyrus Loop walk will bring you to a cemetary with the ruins of an old Protestant church right by the sea. Carna, a small, coastal village and a hotspot for lobster fishing, is only a stone throw away.

Walk the trail!

Be your own guide

With some of Ireland’s most famous tourist attractions not more than 30min away you can spend your days wandering the vibrant streets of Galway, dive into the history of Kylemore Abbey, climb the mountains in the National Park and meet the world famous Connemara pony or witness the excitement of the Galway Hooker Races.

Distances: Clifden 25min Galway 1h Connemara National Park 35min Kylemore Abbey 40min Cong (“The Quiet Man”) 50min Roundstone 18min (5min by boat) Dog`s Bay 25min Westport 1h

Did you ever dream of sailing on a Galway Hooker?

At Suantrai Cottage you have the unique opportunity to sail on a historic Galway Hooker sailboat. Please, get in touch with Veronica.

Shows & Festivals

  • Galway Hooker Races

    An action packed summer event where the iconic, historic sail boats race around Galway Bay to celebrate the maritime heritage of the area.

  • Connemara Pony Show Clifden

    For over 100 years breeders, supporters and friends of the Connemara pony have been celebrating, competing and judging this Irish breed in an multiple day event.

Where to eat

Whether you would like to have a nice, hot cup of coffee and some homebakes or you are graving some full Irish dinner these places, all within 1h drive from us, will fill you up:)