SPECIAL WEEKLY DISCOUNTS! Traditional stone cottage in beautiful West Kerry

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Direen Cottage with spacious field in front.

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9.6

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71232 sq ft

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Hot Tub

Washer

Pet friendly

Kitchen

Fireplace

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Tralee, County Kerry

Sandy Bay Beach8 min drive
Dingle Harbour17 min drive
Mount Brandon42 min drive
Killarney (KIR-Kerry)44 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Back bedroom

2 Twin Beds

Front bedroom

3 Twin Beds

Main bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

*** 25% DISCOUNT FOR 7 OR MORE DAY STAY IN OFF PEAK SEASON ***
Direen is a traditional 2 storey stone built cottage, renovated to modern day standards by extending the back for extra accommodation. The original style of the cottage has been maintained, with 2 open fires to add comfort, alongside the oil-fired central heating. This is a cosy cottage for winter rental. Timber and tiles have been used throughout for the flooring which both retain the character of the cottage as well as provide for a clean house. The cottage sleeps 7, with the ground floor adapted for wheelchair access. There is free WIFI internet access installed in the cottage with excellent reception.There is a shed alongside, with chest freezer and ample space for outdoor gear. Situated on 1 acre, a small stream, field and trees make this a very peaceful property.

Direct Flights: Kerry Airport is situated 50 mins drive from Direen Cottage. Ryanair has direct flights from here to London Luton, London Stansted and Frankfurt Hahn. Aer Lingus flights to Dublin

Property manager

Eamonn and Janet Murphy

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 3 pets total)

Pets not allowed upstairs.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Cloghane

Located in Cloghane, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Castlegregory Golf Club and Dingle Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sandy Bay Beach and Lough Anascaul. Traveling with kids? Consider Irish Adventures and Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing.

Tralee, County Kerry

What's nearby

Sandy Bay Beach - 8 min drive
Brandon Point - 10 min drive
Dingle Harbour - 17 min drive
Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium - 18 min drive
Mount Brandon - 42 min drive

Getting around

Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

‪Milesian - ‬14 min drive
‪Blow-In Coffee - ‬14 min drive
‪Murphy's Pub - ‬8 min drive
‪Bolands Bar - ‬14 min drive
‪Pisces - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SPECIAL WEEKLY DISCOUNTS! Traditional stone cottage in beautiful West Kerry pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at SPECIAL WEEKLY DISCOUNTS! Traditional stone cottage in beautiful West Kerry?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SPECIAL WEEKLY DISCOUNTS! Traditional stone cottage in beautiful West Kerry?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SPECIAL WEEKLY DISCOUNTS! Traditional stone cottage in beautiful West Kerry located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Sandy Bay Beach, Lough Anascaul, and Brandon Point. Irish Adventures and Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium are also within 12 mi (20 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lucy B.

May 30, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Direen Cottage

Janet left us delicious honey and eggs from Eamon’s and her farm, much appreciated, and a good supply of peat for the 2 fireplaces (which we didn’t need). The “cottage” is a 3 bedroom house, and was very clean and well supplied. Enjoyed some breakfasts on the sunny mornings outside. We enjoyed fishing and walking at Fermoyle Beach, and walks in to Loch Duin, Brandon Point and Glanteenassig Forest. Ireland is lush, and spectacularly beautiful. I hope to return.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

Oct 3, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private, comfortable retreat

Direen cottage provides easy access to both the bustling town of Dingle and the quieter Brandon Bay side of the peninsula. The cottage was very comfortable and had everything we needed. Janet responded quickly to any questions we had. We hope to visit again someday.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marian G.

Aug 2, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic house

We had a wonderful holiday in Direen cottage.It is such a cosy and spacious house in a wonderful location.We got to explore lots of gorgeous towns,villages,mountains and beaches.Janet is a brilliant host and we were very thankful for the lovely soda bread and honey that she had for us on arrival.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eibhlín W.

Jul 9, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal Base For Exploring Dingle Area

Direen Cottage is enveloped in a naturalistic style garden which was an absolute joy for our children to explore. The house itself is very well maintained and obviously cared for, it is homely and welcoming and contains everything you could need for a comfortable holiday. We loved that the house is in an ideal location for touring the local landscape; Castlegregory, The Maharees, Dingle, Slea Head etc. Our hosts were friendly and communicative and the welcome gift of locally produced artisan brown bread and Heather honey was a heartwarming touch. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and very much hope to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aiveen L.

Jul 5, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home From Home

I had a great time in Direen Cottage. The cottage was very clean, spacious, and well equipped. Both Janet & Eamonn were lovely and very helpful, Also, the heather honey that Janet left for us was delicious. It was so nice to be able to bring our 2 dogs. The cottage is very close to some amazing beaches and beautiful countryside. I would highly recommend Direen Cottage. I have already booked another visit this year, can't wait to return.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

Jun 22, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful cabin in the woods

Wonderfully appointed historic cottage. Plenty of room for our 4 guests with room to spare. Quiet spot in the woods with a creek right next to us along with a rope swing for the kids, or adults if they so please. The book of local activities was greatly appreciated, as was the history of the cabin.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Gill S.

Jun 3, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hill and Mike

Great location

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Apr 27, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Soothing sound of the creek

The property was perfectly located to explore the town of Dingle, and a short drive to the sea. Half hour ride from the cottage over Conner Pass to Dingle was beautiful. The cottage was very spacious, and the kitchen had everything you needed to prepare meals.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

Mar 22, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Dads and Lads Trip!

We enjoyed the cottage as a home base for a few days while we explored cliffs, hikes, and finding our old family homestead. The cottage was a cozy warm place to come back to, secluded and away from all the hustle and bustle. We loved it!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Patricia S.

Mar 16, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Direen Cottage

Lovely, traditional cottage in a superb location. Very well equipped. Beautiful beach nearby which was ideal for dog walking. Lots to do in Dingle if you're brave enough to travel over the pass.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim O.

Oct 8, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perfect Get away home.

Our 2 week vacation at the beautiful stone home in Cloghane was Awesome. The home was very clean and the heating system was perfect, always very comfortable. What I loved about the home most was the privacy. There are no other homes nearby so it was The perfect Get-Away home. If you want to get into the village of Cloghane it only takes 5 mins by car, we loved to walk to the village breathing in the air and taking in all the sites at a slower pace. If you want to do shopping Dingle was 20 min away. Dingle is great for shopping and visiting the pubs and restaurants,. One night we went to hear local Irish tradition music at Killigans pub,I highly recommend visiting there and have a pint or 2 of Guinness. The Brandon, Cloghane area have the most beautiful country side I have ever seen. You have the mountains to your back and the Wild Atlantic Ocean in front of you. Fermoyle beach is just down the road where people surf and kite board.,We loved the home and area so much we plan on going back and staying for a month. Next year. That says it all I think.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eamonn K.

Sep 14, 2022

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Warm, comfortable, well equipped cottage

We were a group of 6 adults and have plenty of space in this warm comfortable cottage both inside and outside. It is very well equipped with everything you could possibly need. We appreciated the food which Janet left for our arrival. We had a lovely time and hope to be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Lana P.

Jun 20, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Out of the way cottage

quaint

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sile N.

Oct 31, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Doreen cottage

Lovely view Autumn days away, location amazing. House very comfortable and charming

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Sep 23, 2021

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Perfect

This was our first trip to Ireland, and we are in Love with Ireland. And, in love with this property. We are already planning our next trip. Janet was a wonderful host and very easy to communicate with.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan T., Jamestown, Ohio

Sep 11, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful setting

We very much enjoyed our stay. It's a beautiful area, and nice to get away from it all in the evenings.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen F.

Sep 2, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming & Peaceful cottage

Very beautiful home and gardens, very peaceful and close to excellent beaches. Felt very welcoming and host was extremely helpful with anything we needed

10/10 Excellent

Maria U.

Aug 21, 2021

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Idyllic and peaceful

If you want to get away from everything for a week or so, I would recommend Direen Cottage Cloughane. It’s a fantastic location for hiking with a spectacular beach ‘Fermoyle’ very close. Absolutely loved the cottage too.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Linda M.

Aug 18, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great holiday

Lovely location quiet & rural with beach short distance away. Hosts very friendly, we were delighted with the welcoming food.

10/10 Excellent

Dave o.

Jul 19, 2021

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Cool retreat in a Kerry Heatwave

The house is in a great location for beaches and hillwalking. Lots of room for a family of 5. We really enjoyed jumping off the pier in Brandon followed by fresh fish in Murphys. Surfing in Kilcumin and the Pizzas in the Forge in CastelGreggory. The kids loved exploring the gardens and the swing. We cycle the 2.5k to Crohane a few days. I recommend the Bacus bread in the local shop, with Janet's homemade jams - I great start to the day. We will be back again to this wonderful house and location. Regards Dave & Family.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Jul 15, 2021

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Get away from it all.

Really enjoyed our stay in this cottage and will definitely be back.

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frank B., Dublin, Ireland

Jan 12, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house in a great location

It is mid-winter, during a cold snap, during a pandemic, with a 5km travel restriction and we happen to have rented a charming house, warm and cosy, with lots to do within 5km, with great WiFi and with very generous hosts. Couldn’t be better, highly recommended!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Frank F.

Sep 7, 2020

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First class location

Highly recommend this properity, touring the Dingle area during the day and returning to relaxing evening,

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bhavir T.

Aug 9, 2020

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Fantastic staycation home, excellent location

I was travelling with family and the host had ensured all facilities were taken care of. House was well sanitised and essentials made available. Location of the house was just perfect for my 4 day get away with beaches about 5 min drive from the place. I would definitely stay here again next time. Thank you so much for the hospitalitiy.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eimear B.

Aug 1, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Direen Cottage

We spent a week here and we had a lovely time. Janet met us at the house and was very friendly. There were eggs, bread and homemade jam there for us which was a nice surprise. The house was great with plenty of room and everything we needed for our stay. The boys loved the swing and the garden was much bigger than expected . It’s a great location for exploring the beautiful scenery, mountains ,and lakes.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Eamonn and Janet Murphy

Eamonn born and lived all his life in Brandon farming the family farm. Janet born in England and moved to Brandon when she married Eamonn in 1982. They have a family of 4 sons. Eamonn and Janet work the farm and sell local produce of veg, honey and eggs through the local Dingle Market.