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Deck overlooking the rushing stream below with a hot tub. Come and relax.
Welcome to your your Thatched Cottage....
A hot tub with a metallic exterior and a visible water level indicator.
Terrace/patio
The half door opens right in to the hearth room which has a vaulted ceiling

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Castleisland, County Kerry
  • Place, An Riocht Health & Leisure
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, CastleIsland River Walk
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Crag Cave
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Charming cottage with a hot tub and deck overlooking a stream. Amazing kitchen!



Cottage Mary Rose is Celebrating it's 22nd year of hosting guests! Cottage Mary Rose is a beautiful 18th century, white-washed, thatched roof cottage. One of Ireland's few remaining, it is what you dream of when thinking of Ireland. And with 21st Century amenities including increased water pressure, central heating, Jacuzzi tub and even a hot tub on our expansive rear deck overlooking a rushing stream below. Nestled in the pastoral valley of Mount Eagle. Hughes Bar (Pub)is just a 5 minute walk from the cottage. We boast an all natural garden. It is surrounded by its original dry stone walls and fuchsia. County Kerry is considered to be one of the most breathtaking places on this earth! There is so much close by to explore here. If you need a place to escape and get away from it all...…...you have found it. The peaceful country setting with amazing spa features, a rushing stream and a private cottage garden of your own! And it offers complete privacy.

You are welcomed by the bright red double door. As you enter, you get the feeling that you have stepped back in time. With its stone fireplace and high lofted ceilings in the sitting room it is a great room for conversation and games. Antiques fill the cottage with traditional and comfortable furniture as well. It is amazing to think of what this cottage has survived. It has truly come a long way from traditional Irish life to having the luxuries we dream of. There is a Jacuzzi tub and dishwasher as well as a bright red Aga stove so you can actually enjoy cooking. Truly an ideal place to call home while exploring the many treasures of CountyKerry. We do have WiFi and cable TV with many channels.
We welcome our guests with Irish treats.
The church and Kearney's small grocer are both next to Hughe's. Cottage Mary Rose is located in north Kerry. This makes Tralee and Killarney reachable in about 25 minutes. Also, County Cork is close to reaching the famed Blarney Castle is about an hour's drive.
We all need to escape and refresh our minds and souls. Being in nature and treating ourselves is the best medicine there is. Come, relax and enjoy the spa features and enjoy the beauty of the country, waiting to embrace you. We look forward to having you as our guest's. We are a proud member of Failte Ireland.

Keywords: Thatched Cottage, Irish vacation rental, Irish holiday rental, Irish cottage rental, Irish holiday accommodation, County Kerry vacation rentals, Kerry holiday rentals, County Kerry, self catering cottage rental, Irish vacation rental
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets are allowed and there is a $95. fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside only.

Important information

You need to know

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Killarney

Located in Killarney, this cottage is in a rural area and near a water park. Killarney House Gardens and Cinema Killarney are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include An Riocht Health & Leisure and Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Knockreer Estate and Castlerosse Leisure Club. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and horse riding.
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Castleisland, County Kerry

What's nearby

  • An Riocht Health & Leisure - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
  • CastleIsland River Walk - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Crag Cave - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Tralee Road - 29 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Killarney National Park - 38 min drive - 37.5 km

Getting around

  • Farranfore Station - 21 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪King Kebab Castleisland - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Forge Coffee & Market Store - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Country Market - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Denjoe's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Apache Pizza Castleisland - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage with a hot tub and deck overlooking a stream. Amazing kitchen! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming cottage with a hot tub and deck overlooking a stream. Amazing kitchen!?

As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming cottage with a hot tub and deck overlooking a stream. Amazing kitchen! on 8 Jul 2026 start from £264, 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 Charming cottage with a hot tub and deck overlooking a stream. Amazing kitchen!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage with a hot tub and deck overlooking a stream. Amazing kitchen!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage with a hot tub and deck overlooking a stream. Amazing kitchen!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage with a hot tub and deck overlooking a stream. Amazing kitchen! located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of An Riocht Health & Leisure, CastleIsland River Walk, and Crag Cave. Scotia's Glen and Ballyseedy Memorial are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 152 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible cottage and staff was exceptional in getting us checked in and during our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2026
We are very blessed to have the staff that we have! They take great pride in being a part of Cottage Mary Rose🌹We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for being our guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautifully snug little cottage in Castleisland Had everything we needed and didnt want for anything. Quite literally down the road from Hughes Bar for a pint by the fire. It was a good location for day tripping to Dingle and Killarney with a host of other villages to visit like NewCastle West and Adare.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2026
We are blessed to have such an amazing Pub like Hughe’s such a short walk from the cottage. And their life music events are excellent. We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for being our guests!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Addy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Replacement mattresses on double bedsMore room to move in large bedroom Comfortable chairs around fireReplace Belfast sinks which are unsuitable for indoors
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Feb 2026
Cottage Mary Rose is a listed, Protected Structure. We mix the old with the new. Our hearth room (as shown in our photos) has a large, antique, padded bench with pillows. There is also a very comfortable settee. Up in the loft there is an additional , comfortable chair that our caretaker would happily bring down if requested. Belfast (farm sinks) are extremely popular world wide and of course are used in kitchens. Ours are original keeping in with the character of the cottage. I cut and pasted an article below. A Belfast sink is a traditional, deep, white ceramic or fireclay sink, featuring a distinctive weir overflow that separates it from other similar styles. Originally developed in the 18th century in Belfast, Ireland, these sinks were designed to be large and deep to manage high-volume water use, which was more available there than in London. They are popular for their farmhouse aesthetic, durability, and practical, roomy basin for washing large pots and pans. All of our bedding is very comfortable and we use excellent linens. The en-suite has a beautiful, very comfortable King size bed, so for some it may be tight but worth it for a great nights sleep. As far as added comfort, we have increased water pressure for amazing showers, a Jacuzzi Tub in the main bath and a massage shower in the en-suite. On top of all of this you can enjoy our new hot tub on our large back deck as you listen to the rushing stream below☘️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful cottage and a great location to get to places in the Kerry area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun 2025
Thank you for being our guests! We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay at Cottage Mary Rose🌹
Verified

10/10 Excellent

randy c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication. Quaint cottage in a nice rural village. Exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct 2025
Thank you for being our guests. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jozien V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is lovely, and modern equipped. The jacuzzi is really great. The garden is beautiful. And from there we made day trips to the Kerry way and Limerick. Nearby is a church and a pub. We have had a good stay and the housekeepers were very helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2025
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for being our guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at Cottage Mary Rose. The area was beautiful, Hughes’s bar was awesome! Caretaker Timmy went above and beyond. Caroline answered all our questions. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for being our guests! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. Our staff is amazing and thank you for mentioning them!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Difficult to find, don’t trust the GPS, go to Hughes Bar, it’s just a bit down the road from there. Once there it is the most beautiful, magical place I have ever been. The grounds are wonderful, with a babbling brook in the back, behind the deck. Caroline and Timmy were most helpful getting us to the cottage and settled in. I can’t say enough good things, it is truly a once in a lifetime experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov 2025
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. It is secluded and we have a tall Failté Ireland Clover sign that is above the hedge. The eircode also will lead you right there. Thank you for your kind words and for being our guests! ☘️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is lovely and everything we hoped for when booking a thatched roof cottage. We enjoyed listening to the stream that runs through the backyard and how cozy and homey the cottage felt. The only negative about our stay was that it was too short.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2025
Thank you so much for being our guests! We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay at Cottage Mary Rose🌹When ever we are back home I rush to the back to see and hear the stream because there is something magical about it. That you felt at home is a big compliment because this is what we strive for with our guests. We hope that some day you return☘️
Verified

8/10 Good

Diana M.

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

Great stay in the irish countryside!

Quaint old fashioned rustic irish cottage just 30 min drive from killarney. Beautiful grounds, deck, hot tub. Area is scenic and quiet. Cottage had all necessary amenities. Easy communication with owner as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2025
We appreciate your comments and thank you for being our guests!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristen T.

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

Cozy and Comfy

We loved our stay- nice location for our day trips, and the hot tub was ideal for unwinding and relaxing when we were done running around!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2024
We are glad that you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for being our guests.
Verified

8/10 Good

Carol C.

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

Rose Cottage

Very quaint cottage in a quiet getaway. Very relaxing and we all enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2023
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at Cottage Mary Rose. Thank you for being our guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naomi M.

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

Autumn long weekend

Great cottage for a long weekend, perfect for visiting Killarney and the surrounding area and hiking. The cottage has everything we needed and the host was very helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov 2024
Thank you for being our guests. We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and time in Kerry.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Great location and amazing property!

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The cottage was centrally located to many towns and attractions with a very cozy atmosphere. We loved the hot tub, stream, and beautiful gardens. The local pub was also a great highlight!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2022
Thank you for being our guests! We are so glad that you enjoyed cottage and the garden's. Of course the stream and hot tub are always a hit. Hugh's is such a great pub! We hope that you come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan O.

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

Happy Holiday

Fantastic stay So much room,everything spotless Lovely stay for families Jacuzzi was lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2024
Thank you for being our guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

janiece m.

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

Beautifully Restored Cottage

This cottage has been restored to bring a vintage Irish home alive, and updated with modern day conveniences. It is beautifully decorated, and supplied with everything a weary traveler could need. We found it neat and tidy, and very well maintained. It is located far enough away from the noise and traffic of the city, yet an easy drive to get you there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2025
We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the character and history of the cottage. It was a pleasure having you as our guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

The loveliest character cottage

Cannot say enough good things about this little cottage. It’s excellently located to all the best attractions in Kerry, and it’s perfectly situated in the country but close enough to Castleisland to make getting groceries and going to the local pub easy. The caretaker, Timmy, built a fire for us twice and a local man gave my Dad an autographed book of his own poetry. Absolutely perfect accommodation for a family trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige K.

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

Great stay in an adorable cottage!

Our stay here was wonderful. This cottage has been around for a long time and we appreciated staying in a little piece of history. The cottage felt like our home away from home. We loved the huge deck in the back as well as the hot tub! Great communication with property managers & hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2024
It was such a pleasure having you as our guests! And you felt at Home which is what we want for our guests to feel. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for being our guests☘️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie Y.

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

The absolute best!

Loved our stay at this cottage! We never wanted to leave! So quaint and so cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec 2022
Thank you being our guests! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trevor W.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Authentic Cottage

The Cottage Mary Rose has been updated but still holds onto the charm and history of Ireland we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2024
Thank you for being our guests. We greatly appreciate you noting the authentic but modernized feel.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

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

Excellent stay

This cottage was the perfect introduction to Ireland and such a unique stay. There aren’t many thatch roof cottages anymore and especially rare to be along side a river with a hot tub and beautiful garden. It was a dream to stay at and the contacts were really easy to work with given our flight changes. Would absolutely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov 2024
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at Cottage Mary Rose. Thank you for being our guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Quaint cottage

If you want a traditional Irish cottage, this is perfect. Not new and modern, but charming and cozy. Country setting, but near town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellanne T.

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

A week spent with family

We had an absolutely lovely time at the cottage. We spent a week with family touring around County Kerry and enjoyed every minute of it. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun 2023
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for being our guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin M.

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

Fantastic Property

We really loved the property it felt like returning home and it was so comfortable. Very unique experience. Very quiet and peaceful. The Fireplace was great and Timmy was great to chat with.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2023
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at Cottage Mary Rose. That it felt like coming home makes us feel like we have accomplished some thing.☘️Thank you for being our guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

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

Cutest little Irish Cottage WITH HOT TUB

This was exactly what we were looking for and more! The cutest little cottage, which was actually very spacious and comfortable, had so much character, but also had modern amenities including the most delightful hot tub. Great shower also. Loved our stay. Would add that the wifi only reached to the kitchen, so wouldn't be ideal for someone who needed to really work, but for holiday it was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for being our guests! We are very happy that you enjoyed the cottage. I will surely look in to the WiFi as it is Fiber which is suppose to be really great.

About the host

Hosted by William Harty

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My family is of Irish descent. Our first time to the Emerald Isle was in 1996. I fell in love with it as every one does and knew then that some day I would have a home there.........a Thatched Cottage. Being involved in architechture,I had always been fascinated in thatched roof cottages. When I purchased Cottage Mary Rose in 2000 I never realised how much I would fall in love with it. It is my true passion, named after my mother, Mary Rose Bowler, I wanted to share this amazing bit of Irish History with others....

Why they chose this property

I wanted a historic thatched cottage off of the beaten track but close enough to tourist attractions. I am an avid gardener and knew that this location was perfect for a great garden. There are fuschia & camelias every where! The stream was the frosting on the cake. So dramatic because of the ravine and rushing water below. The sound is so calming and tranquil. I preferred the small village of Cordal because you get a TRUE feel of the real Ireland instead of the touristy areas. I was happy enough with the Church and Kearney's Grocer.....I thought all it needed was a pub......my dream was answered and Hughes Pub was built by Sean Hughes a local Cordal lad in 2006. It is a beautiful pub and great for local gab, a great Pint and a game of pool. All with in a 5 minute walk. Our great cottage has stood the test of time. I love sharing this peice of Heaven with others.........

What makes this property unique

Cottage Mary Rose is a wonderful blend of a living bit of history. Add to this a Jacuzzi tub, rain shower and hot tub over looking a stream and you have it all. We even provide WiFi internet connection. Large kitchen which is wonderful for entertaining. The Heritage cooker is probably the best method of cooking food. Besides the Irish farm table there is also a front patio for dining and the deck where you can dine with the sounds of the peaceful stream and song of the birds. Nothing beats relaxing in the hot tub at the end of a long day while enoying the stars above...........absolute Heaven.............

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