The Galway Shepherds Hut

Ballymahon 5.9 miles.The Galway Shepherds Hut is a pleasant and romantic shepherd's hut set in Abbeyshrule, Longford, offering studio-style living and a garden with a picnic bench just moments from a local pub. Designed for couples seeking a simple rural escape, this compact retreat blends character with practicality in a setting that encourages time outdoors and unhurried days. Step inside and you’ll find an open studio layout that makes clever use of space. The pull-down double bed and sofa bed allow the living area to shift effortlessly from daytime lounging to evening downtime, while the kitchenette supports light holiday cooking with an air fryer and fridge for easy meals and relaxed breakfasts. A small dining area sits alongside the sitting space, ideal for sharing supper or planning the next day’s outing, with a Smart TV on hand for quieter evenings in. The shower room completes the interior, featuring a walk-in shower, basin, and WC for a refreshing start to the day. Outside, the garden invites you to step into the fresh air, where the picnic bench becomes a natural spot for morning coffee or a late afternoon pause and here there is also a shared hot tub. The surrounding area offers plenty to explore.

Abbeyshrule sits directly along the Royal Canal Greenway also know as the National Famine Way inviting scenic walks and cycling routes beside calm waters, ideal for gentle days outdoors. Local Bike rental companies drop and collect bikes from Abbeyview Glamping and they can accommodate with standard bicycles or electric bicycles. There is a local award winning pub and restaraunt within a 2 minute walk from the site. Also there is a beautiful museum, and coffee shop within a 2 minute walk from the site which provide beautiful food and gift ware. There are wonderful night activities with night time kayaking on the canal locally. A short drive brings you to Ballymahon, which has an abundance of pubs, cafes and restaraunts. Also within a 5 minute drive or along the cycle route is An award winning Spa resort which provides day and evening pamper sessions. Longford town, Mullingar and Athlone are all a 20 minute drive from the site and all offers cafés, local shops, and notable landmarks such as St Mel’s Cathedral, blending heritage with a relaxed atmosphere.

If you are looking for history and heritage the local Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre offers a fascinating glimpse into Ireland’s ancient past. As we are based in the sacred center of Ireland, The Hill of Uisneach, the pagan centre of Ireland is a 15minute drive away and offers weekly information walks and talks and also offers many festivals such as the Bealtaine festival, which has something for everyone". The Marie Edgeworth Museum and the Oliver Goldsmith Literary Trail are also local and well worth a visit.This property can be booked with ref. 1156118, together sleeping up to six people.