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Restored traditional, old world cottage overlooking the sea in Kinsale

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3 - Loft

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Restored traditional, old world cottage overlooking the sea in Kinsale

This restored and modernized cobb farmhouse maintains the character and feel of the original 1700s homestead. Kinsale is a gourmet town with a yacht filled harbor along with golf and equestrian center.
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About the area

Kinsale

Kinsale is home to this holiday home. Kinsale Golf Club and Old Head Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nohaval Cove and Rocky Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kinsale Rugby Club or Curraheen Park Greyhound Stadium.
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Kinsale, Cork

What's nearby

  • Desmond Castle - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • The Kinsale Museum - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Saint Multose Church - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Kinsale Golf Club - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Charles Fort - 11 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station - 31 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Greyhound - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Koko - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fishy Fishy - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cosy Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪OHK - ‬6 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stéphanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and host were great, we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute home in the most gorgeous setting! We loved our stay at the Leader Farmhouse. The house had everything we needed and we were a quick couple minutes driving from Kinsale. Not to mention the views just out your front door!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacque H.

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

Gorgeous views

The cottage is cozy with absolutely incredible views. A short drive into town but far enough to get the charming, quiet rural experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2026
Jacque, I am a little late, but heartfelt. It was a privilege to host you and your family. Denise
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully renovated cottage in a stunning, quiet location 10 minutes outside Kinsale. House was very well equipped, little touches like milk, butter, tea and coffee appreciated. Host Denise was on hand for any queries, and was friendly and communicative.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Monica Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The place was great once we got in but, the owners were on vacation/holiday and forgot that they had booked with us and didn't respond about how to access the house until 30 minutes before we needed to check in which was very stressful. The property was amazing. Incredible views and modern conveniences inside. It should be noted that the loft is best suited for someone younger with its lower ceiling and open to primary bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2025
Monica, I am delighted that you enjoyed the farmhouse and its location. Sorry for causing you angst with the checkin. I thought I had mentioned the keys were under the mat. Hope your children enjoyed the loft... it appeals to them.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

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

Spacious cottage near Kinsale

Lovely stay in the tastefully furnished and well equipped cottage. The children loved the cows behind the house. We had some milk, scones and butter in the kitchen and freshly cut flowers on the table, which was a pleasant surprise on arrival.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

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

UCC Conferment with family

Very cozy. Perfectly situated to visit family outside of Cork. Close enough to Cork City and to the west coast areas. The view each morning out the front was glorious.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun 2023
Delighted your family enjoyed staying at Leader's Farmhouse. I loved meeting y'all and hearing the journey your daughter took to Ireland, getting her Masters and PhD and married! What a dynamo!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Delightful stay in rural Ireland

We had never been to this part of Ireland. And Kinsale is a lovely area to stay around. Denise and Darlene - the delightful twin sister hosts could not have been more helpful. They were always attentive and informative but never intrusive. The property - restored by the sisters to its former glory is beautiful. The facilities are great and it has a beautiful vista over the Bandon. Kinsale itself is a lovely town with great pubs, restaurants (Bulmans and Man Friday were great), cafes and places to look around. It is a great base to drive further south west to Mizen Head, Skibbereen (sobering famine history) and Clonakilty (black pudding and Michael Collins house!). The only disadvantage (not the owners fault!) is that you do need a car to get into Kinsale so one night we left if in town, had a few drinks and walked (25 mins) to go to pick it up! Great holiday. Thank you Denise and Darlene
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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