Frequently asked questions about Clare Island Farmhouse

Call or WhatsApp Clare Island Farmhouse with your preferred dates, number of guests, and room preference.

For now, bookings are taken directly by phone or WhatsApp.

The minimum stay is 1 night.

No. Clare Island Farmhouse is a working farm stay where guests book individual rooms in a shared farmhouse.

No. Guests book individual rooms, and shared farmhouse spaces are part of the stay.

Room 1 is a double room with a private en suite bathroom. Room 2 is a double room with shared bathroom facilities. Room 3 is a double room with shared bathroom facilities. Room 4 is a twin loft room with shared bathroom facilities. Each room sleeps a maximum of 2 guests.

Only Room 1 has a private en suite bathroom. Rooms 2, 3, and 4 use shared bathroom facilities.

Room 1 has a private en suite bathroom. Rooms 2, 3, and 4 use shared bathroom facilities.

Yes. Self-serve breakfast is included.

Yes. Guests have access to the shared farmhouse kitchen in a self-catering style, as well as the shared living area.

Call or WhatsApp with your dates and guest numbers to check whether more than one room is available.

Yes. Clare Island Farmhouse is a working farm stay with cows, sheep, chickens, and Rover the working sheepdog.

Guests may see and observe farm life during their stay. Farm routines depend on weather, animals, and the day-to-day rhythm of a working farm.

The stay suits walkers, couples, families, friends, solo travellers, and guests looking for a simple island base in a shared farmhouse setting.

Yes. Children are welcome in the shared farmhouse setting.

Yes. Wi-Fi is available at the farmhouse.

Pets are by prior arrangement only. Please call ahead before bringing a pet.

Check current ferry information, bring practical luggage, and make sure arrival arrangements are clear before travelling.

There is limited capacity for 1 vehicle on site, but guests should not assume normal car travel to the island. Confirm travel or vehicle arrangements directly if relevant.

Do not assume normal guest car ferry availability. Most guests should plan around the passenger ferry and confirm any vehicle-related arrangements directly before travelling.

Plan for check-in from 3:00pm and check-out by 10:00am.

Guests normally travel to Roonagh Pier near Louisburgh, take the ferry to Clare Island, then continue the short walk from the quay to the farmhouse. Always check the latest ferry information before travelling.

Guests normally travel from Roonagh Pier to Clare Island. Check current ferry operator information before booking travel, as services can vary by season, weather, and operator.

Yes. Always check current ferry information before travelling and avoid relying on copied or old timetables.

Bring practical luggage, layers, sensible footwear, travel details, and anything you need for a simple island stay.

Island food and services may vary by season. Check current local information before travelling if food availability is important to your trip.

Yes. Plan ahead, especially outside peak summer periods. The shared kitchen helps guests keep the stay simple and flexible.

Self-serve breakfast is included. If specific breakfast items are important to you, check directly before booking.