A well-known glamping and accommodation site in County Galway, Whispering Willow & Galway Glamping, has been listed for sale at an asking price of €1.5 million.
Represented by Declan Todd of Sherry FitzGerald Todd, the 11-acre property is situated on the historic grounds of the former Blake Estate, a lineage tied to one of the original Tribes of Galway.
The listing, which went live on Daft.ie on June 19, 2025, attracted over 1,200 views within the first few hours, according to GalwayBeo.
The estate includes several restored heritage buildings dating back to the 16th, 18th, and 19th centuries, including a tower house, barns, and a chapel, alongside modern eco-accommodation structures and landscaped grounds with river views and fishing rights.
According to Todd, the site is “one of Ireland’s most unique and captivating venues” and presents “a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
Currently operating as a turnkey hospitality business, the venue accommodates up to 40 guests. Its primary clientele includes self-catering hen parties, wedding groups, and private event guests, drawn by the site’s blend of historical architecture and contemporary amenities.
The main country house, a renovated church, three handcrafted wooden eco-cabins, and several outbuildings form part of the accommodation offering. A large commercial building provides further flexibility for events or expansion.
Additional planning permission has been approved for five detached homes at the entrance of the property. The site is located near Ballyglunin and is easily accessible from Exit 19 on the M17, approximately a 20-minute drive from Galway City.
Over the last 14 years, the current owners have developed the estate into a recognized destination within Ireland’s rural tourism market.
For outdoor hospitality professionals, the sale represents a potentially profitable opportunity to acquire an established business with scope for future development in both accommodation and event hosting.
Todd noted that while the present owners are “saddened to bid farewell,” they are ready for the property to enter its next chapter under new stewardship.