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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
£1,762
avg per night

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Killarney, County Kerry
  • INEC Killarney
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Ross Castle
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Muckross House
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry)

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

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1 King Bed

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2 King Beds

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1 King Bed

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1 King Bed

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1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 King Bed

8 bathrooms

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Bathroom

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Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

Room

  • 12000 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 14
  • 8 King Beds and 2 Single Beds
Price is £1,762 avg per night,

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About the area

Killarney

Located in Killarney, this castle is in the mountains and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Killarney National Park and Muckross Lake, while INEC Killarney and Cinema Killarney are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Killarney House Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Killarney Race Course. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • INEC Killarney - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • St. Mary's Cathedral - 7 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Muckross Abbey - 9 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Ross Castle - 9 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Muckross House - 14 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Killarney Station - 5 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hannigan's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tango Street Food - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lir Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Murphy's Bar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Luxury Historic Manor set in 68 Acre Estate in Killarney. Golf - Hiking - Trips

Coolclogher House in Killarney, County Kerry sleeps 14. We have 7 large bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. Beds can be a mixture of twins or super king beds to suit guests. All bedrooms have stunning views. The large historic manor nesting in a 68 acre walled estate. The manor was built in 1746. It sits adjacent to the majestic Killarney National Park and gardens. The manor has been beautifully restored to its former glory with all modern conveniences guests love staying at the manor. We also have electric gates a house alarm and wired smoke alarm this is a very safe beautiful area. We live next door which guests find very helpful. The large sunny manor is nestled in a 68-acre private walled estate a brisk walk to Killarney Town, a popular starting point for sightseeing and day tours. Within the house, there are 7 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms most rooms can be made up as twins if that is what our guests require.
The manor has a fantastic ambience and the large windows offer wonderful views of the manor grounds with a magical mountain backdrop.
The manor offers privacy as well as relative seclusion while the nearest town is still a short walk away.

Coolclogher House is the perfect location for long vacations, family reunions or for celebrating those special occasions such as: birthdays, wedding anniversaries, honeymoons, golfing vacations, retreats and destination weddings we host a few every year. We're registered by the Irish Tourist Board in the Historic House category. We are recommended by top travel guides as one of the best places to stay in Ireland.

The majestic manor is luxuriously decorated with era sensitive antiques and art. All 7 bedrooms are en-suite with 8 modern bathrooms, and luxury super king-sized beds that can be adjusted to twin size. We also have the option to add extra beds to the rooms if needed.All bedrooms are large have their own beautiful unique views of the grounds and landscape. Egyptian top quality bed linen supplied.

Kitchen is very large ideal for casual dining great views our guests love it.
The beautiful kitchen is fully equipped with everything you might need to feed your family or friends, while a great range of fantastic supermarkets, butchers shops, vegetable and fish markets are five minutes away some even deliver guests have the option to order on line. If you don't feel like cooking, that's no problem, we can recommend a private chef/caterer and his team to cook for you. Some guests also like having food cooked and dropped at the manor to have when they return.

There is a separate dining room where you and your party can dine in luxury and style. The conservatory is home to a 200-year-old indoor camellia tree which blooms every February to April which is adjacent to the dining room a beautiful sight.
There is also a very large grand hall ideal for musical evenings and drinks before dinner.

Two large, welcoming living rooms great places to relax and catch up with friends and family by the fires lots of books and board games.We also have multi sky television channels.We have super fast WiFi internet.
DAY TRIPS
The manor is in a great location to enjoy day trips to Dingle,Ring Of Kerry, Skellig Ring, Skellig Michael, Ring Of Kerry, Blarney Castle/Stone, Ring Of Beara, Glengarriff, Gap Of Dunloe day tour, Cliffs Of Moher and many more. We can organise driver guides.

Shopping, Food and Spa days are also popular.

GOLF
Links Golf this area is a golfers paradise and has been played in this area for hundred of years. World famous links golf courses such as Ballybunion Golf Club, Tralee Golf Club, Waterville Golf Club,Old Head, Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, Dooks Golf Club, are just some of the many clubs our guests like to play. Many smaller clubs such as Ross Golf Club are close by. We can advise and arrange transport and golf plus organise lots of activities/trips for the non-golfers amongst your party.

Killarney is one of the most beautiful natural environments in the world and has served as inspiration for poems, novels and music. Killarney National Park and the wide range of attractions that lay within it (Muckross House, Muckross Abbey, Torc Waterfall and Ross Castle to name but a few) are a stone's throw away from Coolclogher House.

The Killarney National Park is a perfect place for the outdoor enthusiast, you can kayak, cycle, abseil, horse ride and hike/walk to your heart's content. There is also the option to take a boat trips on the lakes. You'll fall in love with Innisfallen Island. An ancient monastery that became a seat of learning and where the annals of Innisfallen were compiled. The Gap Of Dunloe Tour can be enjoyed on a jaunting car ride or if you're feeling more energetic, you can enjoy the 7-mile walk through a glacier valley that guests enjoy.

If you're in the mood for some culture, Ireland's National Event Centre, which plays host to world-famous music, theatre and comedy is close by. If you feel like eating out, Killarney has a vast number of top-quality restaurants and cafés to suit all tastes. Killarney's nightlife is renowned for its great atmosphere and friendly locals and wide range of musical performances from traditional Irish music to Rock.

We are always happy to help you during you stay with local knowledge and recommendations/planning as we live next door you could say we are a concierge of sorts only if you need us.For more information regarding the manor, please visit our web site.

The manor is a member of Homeaway luxury vacation rentals Ireland .

Property manager

Mary Harnett

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Amenities

Free WiFi
Breakfast available
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children love staying here.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Note events for guests renting weekly only.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests can smoke in the gardens not in the manor.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Guests are not allowed to wear hiking shoes in the manor they collect stones and would damage old polished floors. Guests love staying at the manor.
There is an extra mandatory charge called VAT tax which will be sent to you when I have the updated rate for 2024 and 2025

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14
Note from host: Note events for guests renting weekly only.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Historic Manor set in 68 Acre Estate in Killarney. Golf - Hiking - Trips pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Historic Manor set in 68 Acre Estate in Killarney. Golf - Hiking - Trips?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Historic Manor set in 68 Acre Estate in Killarney. Golf - Hiking - Trips?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Historic Manor set in 68 Acre Estate in Killarney. Golf - Hiking - Trips located?

This family-friendly Killarney castle is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of INEC Killarney, Killarney House Gardens and Killarney National Park. Lough Leane and Ross Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Luxury Historic Manor set in 68 Acre Estate in Killarney. Golf - Hiking - Trips Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

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9.8/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

james k.

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perfect

incredible house
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond O.

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Blissful Estate

Remarkable property. Mary was a very pleasant and capable host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald M.

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Killarney friends trip

Five couples had a fabulous time at Coolclogher House. The house is wonderful - 7 spacious bedrooms all with ensuite bathrooms. The kitchen is huge and has everything you would need. The living and dining rooms are furnished beautifully. And the grounds are like those of an estate. Mary the owner was great to work with. We had the best time and could not recommend it any more highly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Catherine O.

Peace and Quiet in the Irish Countryside

I have spent the last ten years traveling to Cooclogher House and it has become my safe haven and peace touchstone from this noisy world we in habit. It's rolling hills, its's cups of tea at the kitchen table, it's unbelievable kind,helpful, and caring Harnetts all give me a sense of being home with my Irish roots!

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

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Absolutely wonderful!

Coolclogher House is absolutely wonderful!!!! We had a group of 11 people, ranging from 11 years old to 78 years old. The house was perfect, and the surrounding grounds/area was magical. Mary and Maurice were the most kind and gracious hosts!! Mary helped us plan our itinerary and set us up with a chef, day trips, a family photographer and an amazing falconry visit. It was a trip of a lifetime!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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A special place

Our stay at Coolclogher House this holiday season with my family (ranging from 3-86 years old) was nothing short of magical. Mary went to great lengths to decorate beautifully for our Christmas in Killarney with family and friends. We all felt at home straight away in this gorgeous and comfortable home. Opening the window shutters each morning to take in the view of the misty meadow, the sheep grazing and the mountains beyond felt surreal. Mary and Maurice’s hospitality and generosity were second to none. Thank you for making our time in your lovely home so special.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine O.

Touchstoneof Peace, Serenity and a simpler life

I have had the honor of staying at Coolclogher House some ten years plus, usually when they are bringing in the hay, and can say that it warms my heart and soul every time I drive 'up the drive' and settle in for a cup of tea with Mary and Maurice. I feel so welcomed by their hospitality, so soothed by the beautiful landscape and immediately immersed in my “secret Ireland” where 'having a craic' is highly valued. I could not adore a place more! I am very blessed to have found the house and my friends,the Harnett’s. For a cup of tea with Maury and Maurice.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M., Firestone, CO USA

Amazing, Fantastic and Wonderful!

Our family spent a week at Mary and Morris's wonderful home. There were eleven of us and we all had a huge amount of space. The bedrooms are big, bright and airy. Mary and Morris have done such a wonderful job in restoring this property, it is the best done historic home I have ever seen. With 68 acres to roam around, you can contemplate the beauty of Ireland, watch amazing sunsets or just sit and be peaceful. It is such a restorative place. The kitchen is the oldest part of the house and definitely the heart of the home. We were able to cook several meals, which helped on food costs for eleven people. Mary and Morris were wonderful hosts and always making sure we were comfortable. She had tea and cakes waiting for us when we first arrived! I cannot recommend this house enough. If you are going to Ireland, stay with Mary and Morris! We cannot wait to come back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alice D.

Most amazing holiday in a perfect luxurious setting

We stayed in Coolclogher House for 3 nights and wished that we could have stayed longer. The visit was perfect in every way and the occasional rain didn't dampen our spirits or the enthusiasm of our three year old at all! She loved running around the large estate and visiting with the guinea fowls and resident tabby cat. The house is beautiful, elegant and luxuriously furnished. The beds were incredibly comfortable and we enjoyed sitting in front of the fireplace every afternoon/evening looking out on the immaculate grounds and distant mountains surrounding Killarney. The owners Mary and Morris are onsite and are unfailingly helpful and friendly. We had a lovely time getting to know them and appreciated all their spot-on recommendations. We only had a couple of days to explore the area, so spent a full day driving around the spectacular Dingle peninsula (loved the Dingle aquarium which may be the best little aquarium we've ever been to ever, Slea Head Drive, and having lunch at the Boatyard Restaurant with nice views of the harbor) and another day exploring Killarney. We enjoyed our jaunty ride through the Muckross Estate and Killarney National Park, walking up to the lovely Torc waterfall, and visiting Ross Castle at sunset to feed the local ducks and swans. We didn't sample the culinary delights of Killarney town as we enjoyed cooking in the cozy and wonderfully equipped kitchen at the House, and having meals in the gorgeous dining/living area. The house would be perfect for larger groups and families looking for a relaxed and quiet vacation while being close to all the city amenities of Killarney and beautiful scenic areas of southwestern Ireland such as the Ring of Kerry, Killarney National Park and Dingle Peninsula.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Denise N.

Coolcloger is a Rare Gem

We are a large family (12, including a 6 month old and a 2 year old) that likes to travel together. Of the many amazing vacations we've enjoyed, our stay at the Coolcloger House was at the very top of our list. The website gives a mere suggestion of the delights that await Coolclogher guests. The home, minutes from Killarney, has been restored by its owners, Mary and Maurice Harnett, to its former glory, with beautiful antiques, exquisite wallpapers, and historic paint colors. The bedrooms are perfectly appointed, each with its own bath and breathtaking vistas from every room to the Kerry countryside. The beds/pillows are very comfortable, the linens fresh and white and crisp. The kitchen is very well outfitted, complete with a 6-burner Aga oven/range. There are several large gathering spaces, and multiple fireplaces, one of which was prepared for us every night. Yet, Coolcloger is not austere; every space is inviting and comfortable. We felt all week like we were at the home of some generous relative. Mary and Maurice were on hand as needed throughout our stay to advise and guide us about everything from outings, meals (she has outstanding chefs on hand who can prepare meals as desired), shopping (she drove us to her butcher and baker), and even party planning. On this last point, let me say that she orchestrated a elegant dinner at Coolclogher for my husband's birthday, which included rack of lamb, a homemade birthday cake, and live Irish music and dancing. What a night! I wanted to cry (in fact, I did cry) when we left. Our family always wants to choose a new adventure when planning travel, but we all agree we'll return to Coolclogher!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jason J., Encinitas

An Absolute Marvel.

I could sit and write a novel about our week long stay at Coolclogher House. The pages would number in the many hundreds and be filled with words like "exquisite", "breathtaking" and "surreal". My wife and I were so fortunate to have our wedding at Coolclogher House this past September. Our immediate family and some friends joined us in what was the most amazing week of our lives. Leading up to our vacation Mary, the matriarch of the property, and I had many detailed email exchanges. She informed me that I shouldn't worry about anything at all and that she'd have everything in order by the time our family had arrived. She's wasn't kidding. Every detail had been buttoned up from fireplaces being staged some peat heat to the bottle of Jameson's waiting eagerly on the kitchen table (as requested). Mary masterfully runs the home, crossing all t's and dotting all i's, as her husband Morris tends to the extensive grounds. Together with the help of Lisa and their daughter Katie, the entire property seems to take on a life of it's own. It truly is a world class experience. Then there is the property itself. Again, in lieu of drafting a novel, there are so many words that could be configured in brilliant assembly that would never do the place justice. It's just that good. The home, each bedroom, the kitchen, the reading room, the dining room, the great hall, each fireplace, the old stable houses, the backyard, the backyard's backyard, each so unique and offering a place to create memories and realize dreams. These people and this property have allowed my family, my wife and I to create irreplaceable memories that will be with us forever. We are truly grateful to Coolclogher House and we plan on visiting many times again.

10/10 Excellent

rod k.

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Beautiful

Luv this home
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

SHERI M.

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BEST TIME EVER

OUR STAY AT COOLCLOGHER HOUSE WAS ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS. DEFINITELY WILL STAY HERE AGAIN. GREAT LOCATION, GREAT HOST (MARY & MAURICE) AND THE HOME WAS BEAUTIFUL. LOVE, LOVE LOVE.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Margaret O., Westport CT

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This is a 5star property. Wonderful location. Magnificent home

We are a family of 12. This was an ideal house for us. Beautifully decorated. Lovely furniture and decor. It has 7 bedrooms each with its own bathroom. Lovely family kitchen well equipped for cooking. Our family really enjoyed our time here and would recommend it for family vacations. Mary and Maurice took great care of us and recommend many activities for our family. Truly it was a lovely vacation for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

John S., Annapolis

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Irish hospitality

We had a wonderful week....16 family members and the house and the owners could not have been more delightful. I wish there were more than five stars to rate our experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL H.

The golfers

I stayed at Mary and Maurice's with a group of friends and we used Coolclogher as a base. It turned out to be a lot more than that. Each of us was delighted with the house from the moment we entered the gates until we drove away a week later. What we felt on arrival got better every day. The style of the house was impeccable, every room was magnificent. We had everything we needed, every facility was there and everything was in perfect order. The attention to detail was way more than we could have hoped for and the personal touches from Mary and Maurice made the whole experience perfect. As for the nearby facilities: The centre of Killarney was a few minutes away by car. Restaurants and pubs offer a good variety of very decent food. All easy to find and all worth a visit. Mike Hedge

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Elegant, Comfortable and a great location!

Our group had a wonderful stay for the week. The proximity to take day trips to the best sigh seeing spots is really nice. The interior is elegant and comfortable, which is a great and uncommon combination for houses of such history and character. I would certainly recommend this accommodation to anyone visiting Killarney.

10/10 Excellent

Warren M.

Brilliant, Beautiful and Bloody Good

There were 8 of us, all golfers, having a week playing courses around the Ring of Kerry. The house was perfect, great charm, brilliant kitchen for socialising, and Mary and Maurice were the best hosts. If we go back anywhere near Killarney there is only one place to stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kate c.

Thanksgiving in Killarney

We were a family of 13 that spent Thanksgiving at Coolclogher house. The house is magnificent- a quintessential Irish setting including sheep and rolling hills. Each room is beautifully decorated- clearly the restoration was done with great care. Mary is always around- helpful, kind, and joyous. She loves sharing her home. Killarney is a short ride away and a fabulous spot to explore. We all loved our holiday at Coolclogher house.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Dedham golfers

Outstanding experience! Mary is the best hostess and the house is beyond lovely. Cannot wait to return! Every need was attending to with grace. Highly recommend.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Golden Wedding celebration with extended family

I cannot recommend Coolclougher House too highly. The house is beautifully appointed and the grounds are amazing. Our family party ranged from 4 to 80 years old and we all had a ball. The kids loved the space - endless fun playing football and hide and seek others any auntie or uncle they could coerce, feeding the hens and playing with the cat - who knew its place and always remained outside! Out older guests enjoyed just sitting outside taking in the beautiful views. We particularly enjoyed the family kitchen where we all congregated to wine and dine. Evenings spent in front of roaring fires in one of the 2 sitting rooms Mary recommended Jean Claude O'Connor as a chef for our special 50th party and he and his team did not disappoint. We had a wonderful time and thank Mary and Maurice for allowing us to have a memorable week in their beautiful home. You will not be disappointed if you choose Coolclougher House for your holiday home. The kids all cried when we left and Lucy aged 4 wondered why we had a house with only one staircase!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Amazing Place

I returned for my second stay at Coolclogher House, this time with a group of 14. I felt like I was coming home again. Mary and Maurice were again so welcoming and eager to make our stay memorable. The spacious house accommodated our group. Every bedroom was lovely and we delighted in our times together in the elegant dining room, the inviting sitting rooms and spacious and welcoming kitchen. The grounds, the surrounding Irish landscape, the proximity to Killarney National Park and the town center provided a great launching spot for excursions throughout southwestern Ireland. Coolclogher House remains a wonderful, beautiful home.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Catherine O.

Peace and Quiet in the Irish Countryside

I have spent the last ten years traveling to Cooclogher House and it has become my safe haven and peace touchstone from this noisy world we in habit. It's rolling hills, its's cups of tea at the kitchen table, it's unbelievable kind,helpful, and caring Harnetts all give me a sense of being home with my Irish roots!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Chris H.

Our group of 14 friends and family members enjoyed a glorious week in Coolclogher Manor during the first week of June. We were hoping for a spacious, elegant and inviting home in which to spend a week in County Kerry. Our hopes and expectations were exceeded in every way. Mary is the consummate host. Her daily visits to check in on us were always a highlight of the day. Mary loves Coolclogher Manor (and for good reason as it is obviously a labor of love for Mary and Morris), but her ultimate passion seems to lie in doing her very best to make sure her guests have a great holiday experience in Killarney. The amenities and features of Coolclogher are too numerous to list in detail. But what made our stay so truly memorable were the "little" things. We will always remember the cozy fires that were prepared and ready for us when we came in from a cool, rainy Irish day. Our kids enjoyed playing the piano and exploring the stunning 68 acres of gorgeous Irish countryside that surround Coolclogher. We took advantage of the opportunity to have Claude and his staff prepare some meals for us. Not only was the food amazing, but sharing a fabulous meal together in the setting of such a beautiful and elegant dining room created just the right atmosphere. Every bedroom was luxurious and uniquely furnished with beautiful antiques. The "common" areas of the house are all sumptuously decorated, yet warm and inviting. However, everyone's favorite gathering place was the large, country style kitchen. We enjoyed breakfast together around the kitchen table, often with a warm fire going in the fire place. The surrounding area of County Kerry provides a wealth of activities and day trips to keep travelers of various types entertained for weeks on end. The only negative thing about Coolclogher was having to leave at the end of the week!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C., Toronto

Wonderful week

We are a group of 10 Canadians who spent an marvelous week at Coolclogher House. We were greeted with a warm Irish welcome from the owner, Mary, who had great suggestions for what to see and do. The rooms are large and extremely comfortable with the result that we all thought are own room was the 'best.' The views from the house are spectacular. We travelled out each day to sightsee and golf, and it was always a delight to return home to Coolclogher, to sit outside and gaze at the view, or to sit inside in one of the comfortable sitting rooms. The house and its amenities definitely exceeded our expectations and we hope to return some day. All of us would highly recommend it.