Now open for bookings until 31. October 2026
Bertra Strand Cottage – Charming, detached, modern self-catering Holiday Cottage for 2 people on Bertra Strand Peninsular under Croagh Patrick with private patio deck and designated parking.
Locat
ion : Westport, Clew Bay, Co. Mayo. Situated on the ‘Wild Atlantic Way‘ under Croagh Patrick on the Blue Flag Bertra Beach Peninsular, 9 km from the beautiful town of Westport on Clew Bay which is the Gateway to Achill Island and Connemara.
The property is on a quiet, private Cul-de-sac road which is now part of the partially completed Greenway section from Murrisk to Bertra Strand. This is a perfect location to combine a climb on Croagh Patrick with a beach and cycling holiday.
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Property details : Bertra Strand Cottage is modern and bright with an open plan 32 sqm ground floor layout. The upstairs gallery is for plants and storage only and not accessible,to guests.
The Cottage situated separately in a courtyard with a pond, and is ideal for a couple who enjoy their privacy. There is a sheltered wooden deck patio behind the cottage with an orchard view. Kitchen facilities include a dishwasher, hob, microwave and air-fryer. Bathroom with heated floor and electric shower. Flatscreen HD TV (Irish Stations). Wireless Broadband. Designated Courtyard parking in front of Cottage. Courtyard/pond view only. Non smoking
Booking Prices 2026 :
Low Season : October € 85 per day ( Min 2 days) / € 550 per week. Halloween Holidays € 95 day (min 3 days) / € 620 per week.
Mid Season – Min 3 days. May € 90 per day / € 590 per week. June and September € 95 per night / € 620 per week
High Season : Min. 1 week July & August € 110 per day / € 770 per week
Bank Holiday Weekends : Min 3 days – € 105 day
Booking Deposit : 33 % of total booking / non-refundable with secure PayPal request. Balance due 2 weeks before arrival. For cancellations and date changes please see our Rental Agreement / Terms and Conditions.
Service fees for this Self-Catering Apartment : € 35 (weekly), € 25 (3 days), € 20 (2 days).Includes cleaning fees, hot water, bins, internet, linens/towels and electricity (incl. heating) up to 70 units/week or 10 units/day for shorter stays or extra days. (Additional units charged at standard rate approx.€ 0.35 cent / unit (KW/hr) as per unit meter.)
Please contact us for a binding quote with your exact dates using the contact button on the top menu or alternatively fill out the Booking Calendar form.
Booking Calendar (booked days in red) : To make a booking inquiry please click on individual days of your proposed stay and then fill out your details on the form beside the booking calendar. We will promptly reply confirming availability and a quote incl. booking deposit. If you wish to go ahead your dates will be blocked on the booking calendar when your booking deposit is received. Should you not get a reply within a couple of hours please contact us via the ‘contact‘ page on top menu bar.
Cycling : The Clew Bay coastline is a spectacular cycling area with a cycle lane along the coast from Croagh Patrick to Westport that joins up with the newly opened GREENWAY cycle lane to Newport, Mulranny and Achill Island. 
Booking Croagh Patrick Apartment :
Check in after 4 pm. Please vacate by 11 am to allow turn-around.
We are sorry – no dogs or pets.
Non-smoking House – smoking outside only.
Due to internal and outside steps on deck/walkways and the pond with a waterdepth of 20-50 cm the property may not be suitable for people with walking difficulties, babies or young children. There is no wheelchair access.
Exploring the area :
Bertra Strand Cottage is located between Westport (9) and the quaint village of Louisburgh (9 km). Bertra Strand is an unusual Long Shore Sand Bar with dunes jutting into Clew Bay for 1 1/2 km. The Beach is great for swimming, shore- fishing, windsurfing, kite-surfing, sea-kayaking and bird watching. Close by around Louisburgh are surfing beaches, bird watching areas. Westport has Westport House and Park, a renowned 18 hole golf course, Tennis club and swimming pools. The town is famous for festivals and a lively pub scene with many traditional music venues.
Islands : Ferries run daily from Roonagh Quay near Louisburgh to Clare Island and Inisturk Island.
Cycling : This area is a spectacular cycling area with many marked small cycling roads. Besides trips to Killary Harbour, Silverstrand the the islands – there is a cycle lane along the coast from Croagh Patrick to Westport that joins up with the GREENWAY cycle lane to Newport, Mulranny and Achill Island.
Local Pubs and Restaurants :
Besides the many Pubs and Restaurants in Westport and Louisburgh we have 2 local Pubs for a good pint of Guinness in the local villages of Murrisk (Campbells) and Lecanvey (Stauntons) approx 1 mile away.and The Tavern Restaurant in Murrisk serves good Food. Also recommended is the Shebeen Pub for food on the coast road before Westport.
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REVIEWS
“We had a fantastic time at Bertra Beach Cottage. Hilary had everything ready for us and met us when we arrived. The cottage is a lovely retreat away, and very comfortable for two people. Croagh Patrick is a stone’s throw away and well worth the climb!” Katie F., Dublin
“Great stay at this little cottage. Right next to the beach. About a 15 minute drive to Westport. Ideal for climbing Croagh Patrick. Hilary was the perfect host and could not have been more helpful.” Lee O., Cork
“Hilary was very welcoming and helpful from the moment of booking. The cottage was just as nice as the photos but had an even cosier amd more charming feel than expected. Although the weather was not great this did not affect our trip, the surrounding area is beautiful and Old Head beach is must see.” Nikki C., Maynooth, Ireland
“Had such a wonderful stay at this romantic little hide away . The Bertra Cottage apartment was amazing and the owner Hilary couldn’t do enough for her guests . Would highly recommend this beautiful place to stay . Thanks Hilary can’t wait to come back” . Ray & Susan
