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Restored 18C coastguard cottage on the shore of the beautiful Kenmare estuary

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A coastal scene with a stone building, grassy area, and boats on the water.
A cozy living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with a teapot and cups.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, and a comfortable seating area.
A view from a wooden deck overlooking a calm bay with boats, grassy areas, and distant mountains.
A stone house with red doors and windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a picnic table in a grassy area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Castlecove, County Kerry
  • Place, Derrynane Bay Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Derrynane House
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Staigue Fort
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 3 (small toilet with basin)

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Caherdaniel

Located in Caherdaniel, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Staigue Fort and Derrynane House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Blueberry Hill Farm and Issie's Handmade Chocolate. Siopa Chill Rialaig and Derreen Gardens are also worth visiting. Snorkelling and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby.
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Castlecove, County Kerry

What's nearby

  • Derrynane Bay Beach - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Derrynane House - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Staigue Fort - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Sneem Church - 17 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Blueberry Hill Farm - 17 min drive - 21.4 km

Getting around

  • Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scarriff Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blind Piper - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪O'Carroll's Cove - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tide&Thyme - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wave Crest Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Restored 18C coastguard cottage on the shore of the beautiful Kenmare estuary pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Restored 18C coastguard cottage on the shore of the beautiful Kenmare estuary?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Restored 18C coastguard cottage on the shore of the beautiful Kenmare estuary?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Restored 18C coastguard cottage on the shore of the beautiful Kenmare estuary?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Restored 18C coastguard cottage on the shore of the beautiful Kenmare estuary located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Staigue Fort, Derrynane Bay Beach and Derrynane House. Coomakesta Pass and Charles de Gaulle 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 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for a place that feels beyond special — this is it. From the secluded location to the seals greeting you in the morning it’s just magical. The restored cottage is wonderful and authentic feeling, old but with all the conveniences you need. And the Kerry Way is also near by. This is def a spot for nature lovers — the sheep, birds, seals, and the ocean setting. All wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pier Cottage

Excellent place for a holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and tranquility
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A great place to stay

We had a great time. The whole family loved it. We enjoyed watching the seals in the morning and going for walks in the area. A great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice holiday home

Nice holiday home in good location. Cleanliness could be better, though
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Unbelievable Location

Beautiful scenery and local seals which you can visit with the row boat.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
So glad you enjoyed your visit to Pier Cottage and had such lovely weather!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

We all enjoyed this nice authentic cottage near the sea.The seals , the chimney,and the wonderful location was so brilliant. We will come back...
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serene Location

It has an amazing sea-facing location. Very cosy and well-maintained property. Right by Ring of Kerry. Loved the place. Hosts were very friendly, prompt and considerate. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan, 2025
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back to Westcove soon !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for us

The location of this cottage is wonderful. Perfect for 4 adults although would be a bit tight for 7. We had a lovely stay with so much to do in the area. We went on several walks from the cottage. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pier Cottage West

Brilliant.The cottage is just fantastic and just being so close to the sea is just heaven. Perfect break from start to finish and we will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov, 2023
Hi Kevin, So glad you enjoyed your stay in Westcove. It is a stunning and quite exceptional place. We do hope you will return. Best wishes, Anne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

We loved the pier cottage!

Everything about pier cottage was wonderful. The location on the Ring of Kerry makes it ideal. The views from the cottage were gorgeous. It was super clean, and had everything we needed to prepare meals. Susannah and Katherine were so helpful and made us feel very welcome. The pier cottage will definitely be on our list of places to stay on our next trip to Ireland.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
Thanks so much for your enthusiastic review..it was lovely to meet you both and I'm sure you'll find even more to explore on your next visit! Susannah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Location

The setting is very beautiful - there are seals in the cove and you can access the water for a swim from right outside the cottage. The cottage itself is warm and clean and has a good range of kitchen equipment. The location affords easy access to an array of sites (Ring of Kerry, Skellig Ring etc) but also feels removed from the hustle and bustle. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Shangri-la

For anyone who is interested in having an opportunity of being surrounded by the ineffable grandeur and beauty of the Irish countryside, this is the perfect location. place.Overlooking
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kerry at its best

Nothing beats being right on the water with spectacular views no matter the weather. House is well stocked and organized and was perfect for our family of three adults and two teens. Stairs could be challenging for us golden agers, but there is a nice ground floor bedroom so its fine.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning location but a bit dated

Super friendly communication with owners. Amazing location. Beautiful. Our boys loved having the beach in the back garden. I loved the views. The cottage itself was too dated for me. I think it would be possible to keep the charm of the original cottage and update it significantly inside. It felt dusty and the downstairs bedroom smelt a bit dank and that was in summer. Its a shame as I loved the location.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A beautiful and serene spot.

The location of the cottage is simply amazing. A short grassy stroll to a small stony beach, which has a host of amazing wildlife, including otters, seals, crabs and much more. The views from the house is incredible, and the facilities at the house are very comfortable. Three well-sized rooms were more than enough, and with a reasonable Wifi connection to boot (circa 3-5Mbps). The area is very rural, so make sure you bring some supplies. The nearest reasonably stocked food shop was at Waterville, a winding 30 mins drive away. There is a local shop a mile away for the small essentials.Local things to check out include the Iron-Age Fort, the amazing beaches, Valentia Island (including the Skellig Experience), and the Blind Piper pub!The wonderful host was always there where we had any questions and couldn't have been more hospitable.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, quaint cottage

What a lovely little cottage on the SW coast of Kerry County. Our family of 6 found the cottage spacious for sleeping, though a bit cramped if we were to stay in for any period of time. The view is amazing, and the location is secluded but really wonderful for exploring the peninsula-about 20 min drive to a nearby village for basic essentials, but 45 to Kenmare for a more thorough selection. The housekeeper (who is not the property manager) did not reply to text or calls prior to or during our stay. This was an issue as we had ordered a meal to be available in the fridge upon arrival-but it was frozen and there were no instructions on how to heat the items. Otherwise, I think the cottage was well cared for and felt clean enough. The property manager offered extensive, detailed lists for nearly anything and everything the area has to offer. Additionally, she makes recommendations to help guests with their travel in the area. She was prompt to reply at the booking stage, but became completely unresponsive after our stay other then sending a bill for the food that was ordered. Overall, I think the property is lovely, though remote. The property manager and house keeper are doing okay at hosting, and we hopefully just had a one-off experience. The value is great for the property!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun, 2022
Thanks for your review, and we're glad that you enjoyed the cottage and surrounding area...However, I have had an in depth conversation with our local manager Katherine, who tried several times to meet and welcome you, and for some reason has no record on her phones or emails of any texts or messages from you...she even rang me the evening of your arrival saying she had not even heard when you were arriving?....All very mysterious - and a 'first' for her as all our guests tell us how welcoming and helpful she always is...All her contact details were sent to you and are on our 'contact us' link at the top of our home page....she was genuinely upset as she always likes to greet guests and answer any queries on their arrival and throughout their stay As I say a complete mystery, and I'm very sorry! Susannah, owner
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Location

The view from the West Cove property was incredibly beautiful. My kids didn’t want to come inside. All they wanted to do was play by the water, collect rocks, and explore! Catherine, the property manager, was also a friendly host who made us feel welcome. A wall heater was not working, but it was promptly fixed by Catherine’s husband. The property is old though and in need of updating. The walls need new paint as flakes of paint covered the countertop when the breeze blew the curtains against the wall. The beds were a 3 out of 5 for comfort. Downstairs toilets took some effort to flush. Some of the amenities could use an update — the tv and dvd player are very old and outdated. The dvd selection was misleading as we planned to watch some kid movies with the family and many were empty boxes. The communication/check-in aspect was new to me. I was trying to communicate via the VRBO app messaging tool as usual, but owner was using email, and we missed some important communications. We straightened that out though. One suggestion I could make is it would go a long way to have either a small welcome basket with some amenities or at least a warning that you need to bring supplies. For example we had to buy our own garbage bags once we realized there were none provided. We stayed here for about ten days in the off-season. Be warned there is not much to do unless you come in the summer. After day four we were ready to move on. Most everything was closed in Caherdaniel. Sneem and Waterville are a little more lively, but are about 20-30 minutes away. Kenmare is about 45 minutes or more for a proper grocery store and good shopping. In total, it was okay for our family, but wasn’t the most comfortable or amazing place we stayed. It is not recommended for a romantic getaway until efforts are made to modernize. We made some great memories though and soaked in the views.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov, 2022
Don - thank you for your honest review, and although I'm sorry many aspects of the cottage did not live up to your expectations, your comments provide very useful feedback! For family reasons, I have sadly not been able to visit Westcove for some time but I am flying out for 4 days this week, mainly to inspect all our properties to ascertain what updates are needed during the winter, which is often the only time they are not fully booked, so accessible for repairs! . A lot of visitor centres do close in the winter in Kerry so I do hope you are able to return to the area in the summer time when there is so much more to see and do in this beautiful part of Ireland. Again, my sincere apologies and best wishes to you all!...Susannah, owner.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a stunning location. Westcove Cottage provided us with a really special family holiday. Catherine was incredibly welcoming and understanding about something that required some attention on arrival. Her lasagne and apple pie (pre-ordered) was also delicious! Thank you for a wonderful stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ein Traum!
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Agréables moments, la maison est très confortable. Les phoques sont bien présent la nature est superbe et les Pub autours sont superbes.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wunderschön

Ein tolles, gemütliches und liebevoll eingerichtetes Häuschen mit allem, was man braucht. Bei jedem Blick aus dem Fenster sieht man die Weite, das Meer und Seehunde.... die Einsamkeit bringt natürlich mit sich, dass man zu Sehenswürdigkeiten relativ weit fahren muss, aber die Gegend ist wunderschön!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ein ganz besonderer Ort!

Dieses Haus hat so eine einzigartige Lage, mehr Meer geht nicht. Direkt am Wasser kann man am Morgen bei Ebbe doch tatsächlich Robben beobachten und beim Tee den Sonnenaufgang über den Bergen genießen. Das Cottage ist wundervoll eingerichtet, es fehlt an nichts. Die Begrüßung vor Ort von den Verwaltern war sehr herzlich und der Kontakt zur Vermieterin sehr nett. Die Lage direkt am Ring of Kerry ist ein sehr guter Ausgangspunkt zu Ausflügen in allen Richtungen. Ein sehr gelungener Urlaub!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wundervoller Ort

Wir waren zu viert und es hat uns sehr gefallen. Das Haus ist wunderbar es ist alles drin was man brauch. Das Haus ist sauber und schön eingerichtet. Die Vermieterin war sehr nett. Die Aussicht ist atemberaubend und man kann die Robben wunderbar beobachten.Wir kommen wieder!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

tres bon séjour

calme et reposant,proche de la nature,tres agreable
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
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