Magical Lakeside Yurt

Yurt in Athlone, Ireland

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bed
  3. 1 bath
Hosted by Yasmin
  1. 12 years hosting

Listing highlights

On the lake

This home is right on Lough Ree.

Park for free

This is one of the few places in the area with free parking.
Beautiful custom-built wooden yurt 4 miles from Athlone town and right beside Lough Ree. Unique, peaceful space, perfect for a quiet retreat.

The space
This building was entirely hand-crafted out of hand-cut wood, and it's a work of art. The photos I've posted don't do it justice.

Aside from being beautiful and one-of-a-kind, it's comfortable. There is a woodstove that keeps it very cozy and warm. There's a very soft double bed, and an extra person can also be accommodated on a fold-out floor-bed. Electricity is supplied, along with basic kitchen facilities (mini-fridge, kettle, toaster, mini-oven and hotplate). There's a lovely eco-toilet cabin for your use right next door.

I don't allow dogs because I have chickens, ducks and cats living here; it's a bit of a mini-farm. You're welcome to hang out with them, they're great fun!

There is also a fire-pit, so you can have a fire and barbeque if you like. (I charge 5 euro for wood if you need it). And Lough Ree is right at your doorstep.

Please be advised, I live in a suburban area and the yurt is in my back garden. So it's not really in a wilderness area, but it is very quiet and private.

Guest access
Guests have private access to the yurt and the shower and toilet cabins, and can wander around the garden and visit the chickens and ducks. Laundry facilities are inside the main house.

Other things to note
Please keep in mind, this is glamping. I'll do my best to ensure you have a lovely time in this unique space, but it's not exactly a hotel room. It's very basic and rustic, and you may encounter the occasional spider. If you're happy with simplicity and peace and you like going camping, you'll really appreciate this place - it's a lovely experience.

Where you’ll sleep

Bedroom area
1 double bed, 1 floor mattress

What this place offers

Lake access
Kitchen
Free parking on premises
Backyard
Indoor fireplace

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Rated 4.94 out of 5 from 669 reviews.

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Where you’ll be

Athlone, County Roscommon, Ireland

We're close to the geographical center of Ireland, just 7 km from Athlone and 26 km from Roscommon town. Rindoon Castle and St John's Wood, both lovely walks, are about 13 km away, and Hodson Bay and Baysports are just around the corner. Lough Ree is right at the doorstep.

Meet your host

Host
693 reviews
4.93 out of 5 average rating
12 years of hosting
Lives in Athlone, Ireland
Homebody, home-brewer, animal lover, musician.
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Checkout before 12:00 PM
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm