Within the Village has been selected by McKenna’s Guides in their 26 for 26 list for 2026, a national roll call of the people and places set to shape the year ahead in Irish hospitality and food.
The 26 for 26 award highlights destinations across Ireland that stand out for originality, integrity and sense of place. Within the Village is recognised under Year Round Ireland, a category that champions businesses building a 12 month destination and strengthening local life beyond the traditional season.
McKenna’s Guides has documented Irish food and hospitality for decades. Founded by John and Sally McKenna, the Guide is known for independent judgement, detailed writing and a focus on substance over hype. Inclusion reflects consistent quality and a clear point of view.
In their recent feature on Within the Village, the McKennas describe Roundstone as a shelter in south Connemara and note how nothing announces the property at first glance. They frame this restraint as part of a wider redefinition of luxury, rooted in materials, craft and landscape.
They highlight:
- Five individual lodgings inspired by the local landscape
- A palette of earth tones and marine hues drawn from Connemara
- Collaboration with local makers and artists
- An aesthetic that brings the outside inside
Within the Village remains open all year. The aim is simple. Offer thoughtful, design led self catering accommodation in the centre of Roundstone, grounded in place and built to last.
Being named in 26 for 26 confirms the role Within the Village plays in shaping a stronger, year round Connemara destination.
McKenna’s Guide Best in Ireland 2026 Award
About Within the Village
Located in Roundstone, Connemara, Within the Village offers five boutique self-catering cottages and townhouses combining refined comfort with a deep sense of place on Ireland’s west coast. Guests enjoy individually restored interiors, private outdoor spaces, and a concierge team ready to help you discover the area’s natural beauty and cultural heritage.
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Prices start from €215/night | Cottages & Townhouses sleep 2–7 guests | Two-night minimum stay
