Welcome to your perfect West Cork retreat — a newly built, beautifully finished 3-bedroom cottage nestled in the peaceful countryside of Kilbrittain. Ideally situated between some of Ireland’s most beloved coastal towns — Clonakilty, Bandon, Kinsale, and Inchydoney — this home offers the perfect balance of comfort and style. Whether you’re visiting for a family holiday, a golf getaway, or a scenic escape from city life, our cottage offers the ideal base to explore the magic of West Cork.
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🛏 The Space
This modern cottage features: • 3 spacious double bedrooms, each with its own smart TV for private relaxation. • A stylish open-plan kitchen and living area, ideal for group dinners or cozy nights in. • A fully equipped kitchen with everything you need — oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, cookware, and more. • 1.5 bathrooms with fresh towels, toiletries, and shower. • Complimentary Wi-Fi, a washing machine and dryer combined. • Private free parking directly outside the cottage for your convenience. • A Welcome Pack awaits you on arrival, filled with holiday goodies to start your stay right.
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📍 Scenic Location
Our cottage is located just 1.5km from Kilbrittain village, a charming and peaceful spot in West Cork that’s full of local character and natural beauty.
Kilbrittain offers: • A playground for kids • Walking and forest trails • A fascinating whale skeleton display in the village (a hit with families and nature lovers) • Traditional pub,local shop and café
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🏖 Nearby Attractions & Day Trips
You’re perfectly placed to explore the very best of West Cork and beyond:
🔹 Beaches (5–15 mins away) • Coolmain Strand – A quiet local gem, perfect for morning swims or evening walks. • Harbour View Beach – Ideal for families with panoramic views. • Inchydoney Beach – Award-winning Blue Flag beach, perfect for surfing or relaxing with a coffee at the cliffside hotel bar. • Garretstown Beach – Great for surfing, kitesurfing, swimming or just dipping the toes.
🔹 Golf & Outdoor Activities • Old Head Golf Links (20 mins) – World-famous cliffside course with jaw-dropping views. A dream for any golfer. • Pitch & Putt and Tennis Courts – Available in nearby Garretstown • Horse riding, kayaking, and surfing schools available in Courtmacsherry and Garretstown.
🔹 Scenic Towns & Villages • Kinsale (25 mins) – A vibrant harbour town known for its colourful streets, gourmet food scene, and sailing culture. • Clonakilty (20 mins) – Home of Clonakilty Black Pudding, festivals, and a lovely old-town charm. • Timoleague (7 mins) – Visit the ruins of Timoleague Abbey, a 13th-century Franciscan monastery right on the water’s edge. • Courtmacsherry (15 mins) – A beautiful seaside village, ideal for seafood, walks, and family adventures.
🔹 Family Fun • The West Cork Secret (2km) – A popular family attraction with outdoor activities, adventure courses, and seasonal events. • Smuggler’s Cove (Rosscarbery, 35 mins) – Maze, tubing, crazy golf and zip-lining — a hit with kids. • Model Railway Village (Clonakilty) – An adorable miniature version of West Cork towns, plus a road train that tours Clon.
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🍴 Food & Drink
West Cork is a foodie’s paradise, and you’re right in the heart of it.
Nearby options include: • The Pink Elephant (Harbour View) – Fine dining with sea views • The Lifeboat Inn (Courtmacsherry) – Great seafood and local craft beers • Monk ’s Lane (Timoleague) – Stylish gastro-pub with top-notch local ingredients • The Speckled Door (Old Head) – Stunning sea views and hearty meals • Diva Boutique Bakery (Ballinspittle) – Artisan café with incredible cakes and coffee • Rebecca’s Café (2KM) Relax with a coffee and Beautiful Home Baking • Charlie Maddens Pub (Timoleague) Traditional Pub with Good food and a Trad session every Thursday night 🌳 Walking, Hiking & Nature • Kilbrittain Woods & Trails – Just down the road, with peaceful forest loops and views of the estuary. • Seven Heads Peninsula Walks – Stunning cliff and coast paths near Courtmacsherry. • Old Head of Kinsale Loop – A breathtaking coastal walk around the golf links headland. • Lough Hyne & Baltimore – Further afield, but worth the drive for kayaking under the stars or ferrying to Sherkin Island.
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✈️ Getting Here • 35 minutes from Cork Airport • Easily reachable by car via N71 or R600 routes • Free private parking on site
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👨👩👧👦 Perfect For: • Families with kids • Couples looking for a romantic coastal escape • Golfers heading to Old Head • Staycations with friends • Writers, walkers, and wellness-seekers • International guests wanting a real Irish coastal experience
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💬 What Guests Love About Our Cottage: • The peaceful, private setting with nearby beaches • Central location for exploring all of West Cork • A true “home away from home” feeling
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📅 Ready to Book Your West Cork Stay?
We’d be delighted to host you. Whether you’re here for adventure, relaxation, or a bit of both — this is the place to slow down, explore nature, and soak up the unique charm of West Cork.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
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About the area
Kilbrittain
Kilbrittain is home to this condo. West Cork Heritage Centre and Michael Collins Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Timoleague Abbey and Castle Bernard.
CO, Cork
What's nearby
Kilbrittain Whale - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Charles Fort - 24 min drive - 22.1 km
University College Cork - 37 min drive - 45.0 km
English Market - 38 min drive - 47.1 km
Blarney Castle - 46 min drive - 53.3 km
Getting around
Cork Airport (ORK) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
West Cork Coffee - 11 min drive
The Poachers Inn - 11 min drive
The Perfect Cup - 11 min drive
The Copper Grove - 12 min drive
The Crawford - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Admar Cottage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Admar Cottage?
As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Admar Cottage on 19 Apr 2026 start from £155, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Admar Cottage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Admar Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Admar Cottage?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Admar Cottage located?
Situated in Kilbrittain, this condo building is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Kilbrittain Whale and within 9 miles (15 km) of Timoleague Abbey and West Cork Heritage Centre. Michael Collins Centre and Clonakilty Golf Club 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.
A great 2 night stay for our family consisting of 3 adults and 3 teens. The bedroom downstairs was great for our older adult (Grandma) who doesn’t do stairs well, and the upper bedrooms were perfect for our 3 teen girls in one room and my husband and myself in the other . We were greeted upon arrival, the welcome basket was an hit, and it was so nice to come back to a quiet and peaceful place after days of exploring various sites. Mary was an absolute gem and a wonderful host! She went above and beyond. We loved that this cottage was “off the beaten path”.
Mary and family provided perfect accommodations, above and beyond our expectations.
Roy F.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelly
24 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed for 2 nights, as a family of 4. The cottage was spacious, clean and had everything you could possibly need. Mary was a lovely host and very helpful.
The host, Mary, was fantastic. The location is excellent, unless yo like to wake up to city traffic instead of birds and singing and cattle mooing. Love the place,will definitely come back.
We really enjoyed the property. It was spacious and comfortable. The location was convenient to many sites and towns we were visiting. Would definitely do it again!
Mary is INCREDIBLE!! Her guest house was absolutely gorgeous, the views were amazing, and the kitties were the sweetest ever! This was the best VRBO I have ever gotten, highly recommend staying here if you get the chance!
Super charming cottage on a hill with splendid views from the living room and the bedrooms. Bedrooms are large but cosy. Everything is there and Mary is always nearby in case you should need anything. We had a lovely stay and would definitely return if we were to be in the area again!
Chris G.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Barry
13 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A lovely private self-contained cottage in the country. Car is a must. Owner was gracious and welcoming. We really appreciated the gift basket upon arrival. Would stay again for sure.
The location is absolutely amazing. We can’t say enough good things about our stay. The owner was super helpful when needed and the peace and quiet cannot be beat. We would absolutely stay here again.
Mary was a superb host who clearly loves hosting. The house was immaculately clean and had everything we needed as well as a delicious welcome pack of goodies. The location was perfect for us; wonderful both for the country views from every window to the beautiful drives to and along the coast that we wanted to do.
Elizabeth W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
About the host
Hosted by Mary Hunt
Premier Host
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