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Reviews of The Plain View

Smutternagh Knockvicar, Boyle, Ireland

#1 of 11 hotels in Boyle

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 73 hotel reviews

9.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    10.0

  • Comfort

    10.0

  • Location

    9.9

  • Facilities

    9.9

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.7

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  • Reviewed: August 15, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely space, bath and showers were great, comfy beds, fantastic view, lovely walk down to the lake from the house. Kids loved the deer, cat and foxes visiting in the garden each day!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 12, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Short stay, loved it. House spacious, clean comfy. Views amazing. Short walk to woodland and lake.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 8, 2025

    10
    Few days away
    • Travelers with friends
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing all great

    The location was great so near so many towns. The house was so spacious and clean. The owner was so friendly and gave us plenty of information about the area. Also great there were plenty of towels there and also the extra touches were great e.g. teabags, cleaning stuff etc.Also people with me loved the owners cat who came for a visit to the house and stayed and made himself at home 🤣🤣 Also there three bbq there and big table and chairs there and you could have your food outside or watch the beautiful view there is there if you had the weather.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2025

    10
    A lovely place, beautifully crafted to let you unwind and enjoy your time in nature.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing to be specific

    We had a wonderful stay at Padraig's holiday home! The house was excellent—clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with everything we needed. What made the experience truly special was Mr.Padraig's(host) kindness, prompt and support. He even allowed us access to the nearby lake through his beautiful farm, which made our stay feel even more connected to nature. We were frequently visited by Paddy the cat(My kids enjoyed so much playing with him), and we even spotted deer and a fox during our stay. It truly felt like living in harmony with nature. We left feeling refreshed and grateful—an unforgettable vacation in a peaceful and scenic setting. Highly recommended!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 20, 2025

    10
    Lovely spacious house in a beautiful environment.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The price could be lower.

    The view was amazing. The house is spacious and amazing.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 14, 2025

    10
    Fab tranquil stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We stayed at The Plain view as a family of 8 (6 adults and 2 kids) and absolutely everything we could have needed was there at hand. Padraig was an exceptional host and all round lovely man. We had the most relaxing stay in such a beautiful home. Thank you and we hope to return in the near future.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 16, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We were lucky to spend our weekend with friends in this beautiful place. Everything was very clean and cozy ,we felt at home from the first moment. We had a wonderful time, especially enjoying the BBQ on the veranda and the stunning view of the lake, which is also very close by. We will definitely come back more than once, as this is such a welcoming place that you simply don’t want to leave. Thank you, Padraig, for the warm hospitality!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 30, 2025

    10
    Fantastic house
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was nothing to dislike

    Fantastic house, great views, lovely decor. Great bathroom and ensuite. Very comfortable beds. Spacious kitchen/diner and very well equipped with everything you could need. Great views from and house and some lovely walks locally. Padraig was very welcoming and gave us plenty of information on local places to visit.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 30, 2025

    10
    Amazing house, host was excellent and the area and views were beautiful. Highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    You couldn't ask for more. Everything was perfect.

    The house is stunning and very clean. Padraig was the perfect host and would absolutely stay again. Everyone really enjoyed the stay. We had young kids and a dog and there was enough space for everyone. The weather was great which meant we could sit outside and eat with the amazing view over the lake.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The layout and decor are superb The views to the water’s edge are uplifting Padraig is an exceptional host

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 21, 2025

    10
    A gem
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Padraig is an excellent host, the accommodation was first rate and the location to die for!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 12, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    Amazing location with beautiful scenery. Padraig was an excellent host.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 7, 2025

    10
    Live the dream
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The house was way too big for the 2 of us, but the quality of the home, the appliances really gave us the holiday experience we were looking for.. Great pike fishing on the Lough Key. Mi

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 28, 2025

    10
    A lovely house in a great location which is ideal for short or long stays
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights

    A lovely refurbished building with a modern interior, with plenty of space. Great views over the loch and access to the loch within walking distance.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The surroundings are not enclosed for pets but it wouldn't put me off once ur dog has good recall

    Beautiful house.... its was clean cosy pet friendly ...a quite and peaceful location

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 6, 2025

    10
    Absolute bliss
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    That the deer didn't make an appearance haha. We did however have a visit from a pheasant and of course Patrick the cat was keeping an eye on us

    The house is situated rurally which suited us perfectly. The house is immaculate and well equipped. The beds were comfortable the bedding of a great quality. A fully furnished kitched which we didn't need but was beautiful. The most stunning views and tranquility.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Fantastic few days, house is modern and clean. Ideal location short drive from boyle and carrick-on-shannon. Plenty of wildlife and places to adventure near by. Padraig was a wonderful host and gave us a lot of information on the area on our arrival, Highchair and cot were also set up and ready for use.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2025

    10
    Beautiful house, very nice owner
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The house is so beautiful, spotlessly clean and very comfortable. Padraig could not have been nicer. The scenery around the area is stunning. Would highly recommend.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 4, 2025

    10
    Lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Peaceful and serene space, was a perfect stay , lovely host , no complaints

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: January 13, 2025

    10
    A weekend break
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Padraig was great at keeping in touch and the house itself was wonderful, modern, clean and in a beautiful location. Overall a fantastic stay and wouldn't hesitate to book again. Enjoy! Lovely deer in and around the garden too if you're lucky.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 16, 2024

    10
    We ‘ended’ up in The Plain View as our electricity supply had fallen foul of Storm Darragh. Our booking was very last mi
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    The location was divine. The early morning sun set was picturesque

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: October 27, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had the most fantastic stay! Stunning location, and Padraig is a fabulous host!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 26, 2024

    10
    One of the nicest place in Ireland
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Beautiful place, extremely peaceful

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 2, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing house, gorgeous views. Everything you could possibly need. Short walk down a farm track to the lake. Padraig provided everything you could need. Very comfortable stay.

    Stayed in September 2024

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