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Location: Kenmare, County Kerry, Ireland, Europe (Shannon 3hrs, Cork 1.5hrs, Kenmare 15mins, Killarney 45mins)
Accommodations: Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Underfloor Heating (downstairs), Luxury Cotton Sheets, Goose Down Duvets, Mohair throws ... 40+ Photos on request ...
This cottage really is unique. It's also the most perfect base for exploring beautiful Southwest Ireland. Kenmare Bay is 5 minutes away with spectacular ocean vistas, rugged mountain scenery, pebble beaches, fishing and quaint villages up and down the Beara Peninsula (30+ photos on request).
The countryside provides wonderful views; mountains, woodlands, heather-clad bogs, Celtic ruins, waterfalls (eg.Gleninchiquin) and beautiful valleys for viewing and hiking. Close by are fresh water lakes for trout fishing and inshore fishing with boat rental available, eg. Leo at 'Ait Eile' 5 minutes away at Coornagillagh Pier (opposite entrance to Gleninchiquin on road to Kenmare).Check out Star Sailing, the recently opened and very successful sailing and water sports centre only 10 minutes away (GOOGLE Star Sailing OR check out staroutdoors.ie)
You can step out the door and experience unspoiled, rural Ireland, yet there are many day trips to popular tourist sites and sophisticated yet inviting Kenmare is only a 15 minute drive away. A heritage Town, it is full of award winning restaurants, a Wednesday Market, wonderful pubs and exquisite shops. The Dingle Peninsula, Ring of Kerry and Mizen Head/West Cork are an easy day trip. Some of the main sites include Killarney, Castletown Bere, Glengarrif, the Skellig Islands, Gouganne Barra, Muckross House and the Blasket Islands.
There are two golf courses in Kenmare and several more near Killarney. There are three local pubs within five miles (check out May 2001 Esquire magazine article on page 80 which features our favorite at Kilmackillogue!) - which have the traditional, country feel - and many more in Kenmare.
The house - our home from home - is twelve years old and has the feel of a traditional cottage but with all the added modern comforts, eg. underfloor heating (downstairs), top quality cotton sheets & duvet covers, pure goose down duvets & all new pilows (all dust mite/allergy free), mohair rug throws ... and it's spotless.
It contains a fully equipped kitchen, open plan living area, and a beautiful Sunroom and slate patio. The sitting area features an antique copper fireplace and beautiful original artwork. Off the corridor accessed through the side entrance on the right hand side, to the left, there's a Utility room (including a second large fridge/freezer, washing machine and clothes dryer), and a Bathroom with shower. On the right is the Study/3rd bedroom with a double futon, large bookcase and desk and chair and wonderful views. Upstairs there are two large bedrooms (1 king; 2 double) separated by a bright and modern bathroom.
The Cottage is set on a one acre plot, overlooked only by the beautiful surrounding scenery. Depending on the time of year, our glass house is usually full of good things to eat. (UPDATE: This year we're giving it a good clean out and rest though. For this Summer we have decided to pave it and are using it as an outdoor Conservatory, it works! Watch the sun go down and the stars come out over a candlelit dinner in our cosy new outdoor room! We plan to put in new soil for next season).
If interested, we have many photos of both inside and outside the cottage. Just ask and we can email them all to you now. Don't forget to check out the 'COMMENTS from previous guests' link to see how happy people who stayed here were. And if there is anything we can do to make your stay more enjoyable, please just let us know.
This Cottage is a haven of peace and tranquility, so comfortable and tastefully decorated & finished that you don't have to leave the place to relax and feel like you're on holidays. Unlike most rental properties, we do NOT charge extra for heating, electricity or gas - none of those horrible meters to feed money to in sight!
Come and see what this really beautiful home and area has to offer. You won't regret it.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Water View
- Mountain View
- Other Amenities
- Stereo CD Player/Radio/Tape, Clock Radio, Video & DVD Player, Full Gourmet Kitchen,Smeg Oven, Fridge & Fridge Freezer, Linens (200/400 thread count cotton), Duvets (best goose down) and Towels provided, Rental price includes ALL heating, electrical and gas charges, Absolutely No smoking or pets.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- CHECK OUT THE LOW AIRFARES TO IRELAND (Faranfore Airport is an hr away and/or Cork Airport is 1.5hrs away)! Hiking, Health Spa (Samas, The Park Hotel), Sight- Seeing, Seal Spotting and www.staroutdoors.ie for sailing and adventure activities.
Rate Details (In Euros)
€1000/week(numbers dependent). Cleaning €60 extra.
Accept PayPal. Includes Heat, Electricity & Gas, Bed Linen & Towels. NO EXTRAS
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2001
Property Photos
- Front of Cottage - Kenmare, County Kerry, Ireland Vacation Rental - Travel & Tourism in Ireland!
- Sunroom - at left end of house, out of picture above - Kenmare, County Kerry, Ireland Vacation Rental - Travel & Tourism in Ireland!
- Beautiful Beara Peninsula Landscape; cottage 5 mins walk, right of centre - Kenmare, County Kerry, Ireland Vacation Rental - Travel & Tourism in Ireland!
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