Mortara Cottage, a relaxing getaway in a beautiful Kerry countryside.

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A yellow building with a flower bed in front.
A stone building with a red door and a yellow wall, labeled "MORTARA COTTAGE."
A covered garden area with a wooden structure, potted plants, and a variety of flowers.
A modern closet with multiple shelves and hanging spaces, wooden flooring, and decorative items on top.
A wooden bed with white bedding, two nightstands with lamps, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Listowel, Kerry
  • Place, Carrigafoyle Castle
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Lislaughtin Franciscan Friary
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Bromore Cliffs
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shannon (SNN)
    ‪102 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Ensuite

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite upstairs/ Downstairs Bathroom

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

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Exterior
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  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
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About the area

Ballylongford

Located in Ballylongford, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Tarbert House and Lartigue Monorail and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ballybunion Health & Leisure Centre and St John's Theatre and Arts Centre. Seanchai - Kerry Literary and Cultural Centre and Garden of Europe are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing.
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Map
Listowel, Kerry

What's nearby

  • Carrigafoyle Castle - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Lislaughtin Franciscan Friary - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Bromore Cliffs - 13 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Ladies Beach - 17 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Ballybunion Castle - 18 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bowmans Lane Restaurant. - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪The Haven Arms - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Beag - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪the swanky bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Oilean - ‬46 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mortara Cottage, a relaxing getaway in a beautiful Kerry countryside. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mortara Cottage, a relaxing getaway in a beautiful Kerry countryside.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mortara Cottage, a relaxing getaway in a beautiful Kerry countryside.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mortara Cottage, a relaxing getaway in a beautiful Kerry countryside.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mortara Cottage, a relaxing getaway in a beautiful Kerry countryside. located?

Situated in Ballylongford, this golf cottage is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Carrigafoyle Castle and within 9 miles (15 km) of Lislaughtin Franciscan Friary and Tarbert Woodland Walk. St Brendan's Church and Ladies Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and cozy. Easy check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From the gardens to the remodeled home it was a cozy comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful scenery
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Spacious and relaxing

A wonderfully maintained property with a lot of room. Very nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place close to the Shannon River

We had a wonderful time. We very much enjoyed exploring Western Ireland.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint Cottage

We loved staying at Brenda’s cottage. Great location and the cottage was very clean. We would highly recommend staying here. We hope to stay here again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous stay!

A beautiful well-equipped cottage. Very comfortable with everything you could want in the kitchen. Beautiful gardens a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun 2025
Thank you for choosing to stay with us and so happy you both had a good holiday!
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10/10 Excellent

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Enchanting

We had a very nice stay. Everything was absolutely perfect and beautiful.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely little cottage.

We had a great time! Thank you! 5 stars
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excellent cottage

Very lovely
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Cozy and quiet

Breda and Sean are lovely hosts of a lovely cottage. It was very clean and there were many amenities that made the stay very comfortable. We were glad to find a cozy and quiet place from where we could start our trips to explore Kerry.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Place

Beautiful place with fabulous views, spotlessly clean. Everything you could possibly need provided. A warm friendly welcome from Breda and Sean. Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun 2024
Thank you Kevin and Pat , lovely to meet you both and so happy you enjoyed your stay in our cottage! Hope to see ye both again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful cottage!! It was very clean, comfortable and spacious. Very nice place to put your feet up and relax after a day of travel. We were able to make our breakfast and dinner using the well equipped kitchen. We also appreciated the brochures and map of the area on the information desk. My husband and I highly recommend Mortara Cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2025
Darlene and her husband were perfect guests , left our cottage as they found it! Would highly recommend them to future hosts.
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10/10 Excellent

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Irish hospitality at its best!

Mortara Cottage not only met but exceeded our expectations. It is beautiful, clean and cozy with all the modern amenities! The garden is lovely and the hosts, Breda and Sean, were welcoming and went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. The location was perfect for us - close to Ballybunion, Tralee, Listowel and a short drive to the Shannon Ferry. Would love to return and highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful cottage near Ballylongford

A large one bed cottage, 2 bathrooms, open plan kitchen, diner, living area, fitted out to a high standard. Very comfortable super king size bed. Much larger than the photos portrayed. An outside shed available for storing bikes, lovely garden. Breda has thought of everything to make our 5 night stay memorable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful cottage, perfect for couples.

Beautiful cottage and garden, perfect for couples. Lovely hosts who welcomed us by leaving personal gifts and fresh eggs. They left us to our own devices but were on hand if and when we needed help.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2022
Thank you so much for choosing to stay with us, we are delighted you enjoyed our peaceful country cottage!
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful and quiet

Mortara Cottage was above and beyond our expectations. Even more beautiful than the picture. The cottage is extremely well appointed with all necessities. We loved every minute we stayed. Our.only regret is that we couldnt stay longer. Highly recommended! Breda communicated quickly and was an excellent hostess.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Peaceful Sanctuary in the countryside

A peaceful sanctuary in the countryside with a lovely garden and everything you need for a short stay or long. Clean and comfortable and very nice hosts! About 1 1/2 hours from Shannon airport. Not far from Dingle Peninsula. We found many things to see and places to eat in the area before we left. Would definitely stay again if we're lucky enough to be back that way. We like a quiet retreat when we're traveling.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun 2022
Kris and Brian were a lovely couple and as they were arriving on an early morning flight , we were able to accommodate an early check in! We enjoyed their company briefly on arrival and departure and hope to see them again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most wonderful 10-night stay at Mortara Cottage and couldn’t have asked for a better base for exploring County Kerry.The cottage is beautifully presented, spotlessly clean, and incredibly well equipped with everything you could possibly need. It instantly felt like a home from home. The beds were very comfortable, the kitchen had everything we needed, and the peaceful surroundings made it the perfect place to relax after a day out exploring.The location is ideal – quiet and rural, yet close enough to Listowel, Ballybunion, and some of Kerry’s most stunning beaches, scenic drives, and attractions. We loved discovering the Wild Atlantic Way and always looked forward to returning to the cottage each evening.The hosts have clearly put a lot of thought into making guests feel welcome, and their attention to detail really shows. From the lovely décor to the little touches throughout the cottage, everything was perfect.We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Mortara Cottage to anyone looking for a peaceful, comfortable, and beautifully maintained place to stay in Kerry. We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday and hope to return again in the future.PS. This was our second stay here, we were just as pleased the first time we stayed in August 2022.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Mortara Cottage Bliss

This is a fantastic cottage. At first it seems a little remote but you quickly realize its not. We were totally comfortable. It is as described and picture do not do it real justice. Once there is on-site internet it will be perfect. 5g mobile data coverage is kind of spotty there so it needs wifi.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Home away from home

Loved the property. Felt like home. Breda was available for any questions. Full-size frig and gas stove was a great plus as well as the washer, dishwasher and 2 baths with showers. Ballylongford is a gem. The Centra is nearby for any grocery needs. Gusto's will handle any pizza fix you may have. Be sure to stop by the Forge for coffee and sweet treats - especially the carrot cake. Thanks Breda for the use of the cottage!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Sehr komfortabel und geschmackvolles Haus, ausgestattet mit allem was man braucht. Sogar Tee und Kaffee waren vorrätig. Sehr ruhig, etwas abseits gelegen. Im nächsten Ort findet man alles, was man braucht. Auch ein Pub mit Live Musik lädt zum verweilen ein. Die Gastgeber sind zuvorkommend und hilfsbereit. Wir waren sehr zufrieden.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Wunderschön eingerichtetes Ferienhaus. Gute Lage um weitere Sehenswürdigkeiten zu erreichen. Man genießt die Ruhe und die (Land-)Luft.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Relaxing and comfortable stay

Breda was a welcoming and helpful host. The home was clean, comfortable, and had many little extra amenities that made the stay easy and relaxing. The property is near towns for restaurants, groceries and a few local attractions, yet rural enough to be very peaceful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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An Absolute Gem

Fabulous! Well equipped clean and comfortable cottage. Peaceful and relaxing with beautiful gardens. Breda and Shaun are very kind and welcoming hosts. Very highly recommended! Definitely 5 star
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
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