A perfectly reclaimed cottage with uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean....

Everything we needed and more was furnished. John & Deirdre are wonderful hosts. The cottage was beautiful and the view was spectacular.

What a wonderful stay! The house was immaculate. The attention to detail was second to none. Everything was just perfect. We would highly recommend this house to anyone looking for a rural retreat in Co. Cork.

The drive to and from the cottage is absolutely gorgeous. Driving through narrow country roads with miles of stone walls covered in wild flowers, grass, and moss is an experience all in itself. The cottage was immaculately maintained, spacious, and stocked with activities for the whole family, teens included. Picturesque views from every window and walls decorated by art from local artists and the collection of books by Irish authors to enjoy during our stay added to the experience. Reading Claire Keegan while overlooking the pastures and coast line was bliss, especially when accompanied by the homemade shortbread cookies complements of our hosts, Deidre and John. Did we mention the complementary fresh soda bread, milk, and sample of the local Five Farms Irish Cream Liqueur? Delicious. We were even able to pick up a bottle at the airport on our way home. Another highlight of our stay at the cottage and in Ireland were the cows feeding in the pastures just outside the cottage. Loved the cows. Our walk to the cliffs with John and Deidreʻs dogs added to the experience. The surrounding communities were friendly and generous with their patience as we navigated the roads, numerous grocery stores, and local attractions. There are a lot of local shopping and activities within short driving distance of the cottage. Our only regret is not staying longer. Thank you for the amazing experience!

Ocean's End was immaculately clean on arrival and completely equipped for a family's needs. The gifts on a arrival were a great touch, and the house felt very homely whilst still being very smart and luxurious. Excellent location, suoer relaxing and tranquil, but easy to get to attractions from too.

This property was magnificent. Check in was easy, the property owner had great communication leading up to our stay as well as during our stay. Many local recommendations as we were here over the St Patrick’s holiday. We were welcome with fresh milk, eggs, bread, jam, and some liqueur where their cream is used to make. The home was stunning, spotless and so cozy. View from the home are even more beautiful in person than in the photos online. This was by far our best stay and close to many local villages and a nice drive to Kinsale and Cobh. I cannot put into words how incredible our stay here was. We will be back when we come to Ireland.

We had the most wonderful stay at this beautiful cottage. From the moment we arrived, everything was absolutely perfect. The cottage was in immaculate condition – spotless, beautifully presented, and clearly cared for to the highest standard.It was incredibly comfortable, with every little detail thoughtfully considered. The amenities truly went above and beyond; everything we could possibly need was provided, and more. It felt like a home away from home, with those extra special touches that made our stay even more relaxing and enjoyable.The location was fantastic – peaceful and picturesque, yet perfectly situated for exploring the surrounding area.A special thank you to the wonderful hosts, Deirdre and John, who were so friendly and helpful both before and throughout our stay. The added bonus of getting to see the cows being milked and cuddling the calves was such a unique and memorable experience.We wouldn’t hesitate to return and highly recommend this cottage.

Great communication with the host! A fabulous and gorgeous home with everything that you need for a stay. Spotlessly clean and lovely views. The fires were so cozy and so much room for a family of 5. Would really love to return. Thoroughly recommend this place if visiting West Ireland.

Our stay was perfect. The pictures on the app along with the narrative were spot on. We enjoyed the view and quiet environment and watching the cows come in for milking and go back out. John was a good instructor for milking cows and was a lot of fun. I will recommend this spot to my friends or anyone else looking for this kind of stay.

This has been our favorite VrBo hands down! From the moment you walked in with the smells, then the kitchen with eggs from their farm, fresh baked cookies and bread with homemade jelly! Also had fresh milk from the cows that morning! The icing on the cake was having John the husband taking the time to show the boys how to milk the cows! Can’t wait to go back!

If we could give more than 5 stars we certainly would. Deirdre and Johns place is absolutely amazing. From every detail that Deirdre created in the house, including the fresh baked Irish soda bread with jam, the Irish cream and fresh milk from the farm and the wonderfully delicious cookies. Then John took out time to include us with his busy day, to explain how their farm actually works. They were both so very gracious and kind. If you are lucky enough to plan a trip to Ireland, do yourself a huge favor and book their cottage. I guarantee you will not be disappointed. Thank you both so much,It was incredible!

We had a wonderful time at Oceans End! Our hosts Deidre and John were so welcoming and kind. Growing up on farms it was so very nice to enjoy the cows and the quiet of it all.

The house was spotlessly clean, extremely comfortable and equipped to a high standard with everything we needed. The hosts, Deirdre & John, were exceptionally friendly and helpful and the location of the property was amazing. In every way a perfect place to relax or to use as a base for exploring the area.

This property has everything you will ever need for a comfortable and relaxed holiday in a stunning location in Ireland. It is obvious a lot of thought and care has gone into ensuring that everything is catered for at such a high spec and cleanliness. Deidre and John are so friendly and helped make our holiday one to remember. Such a fantastic place to holiday in a remote and quiet setting but have all the comforts and enable you to explore the area.Thank you.

Superb high quality accommodation, with lots of extra additional touches. The welcome pack with fresh milk, butter, soda bread and lots of other little bits was fab! I can’t fault anything about Oceans End plus our host was really lovely and so helpful. This part of Ireland is beautiful, lots of lovely beaches and towns, well worth the visit.

Beautiful and secluded. The house is immaculate and comfortably appointed.

The photos of this cottage are beautiful and when you arrive you will not be disappointed as the cottage truly is that beautiful and the scenery around the cottage is even better.On arrival the cottage just feels like a home you can relax in and is extremely clean. It had lots of comforts that two teenagers enjoyed such as hot-chocolate, marshmallows, comfy sofas and a window seat that was highly coveted to enjoy the ocean view.....of course teenagers would not be happy without good WiFi which the cottage thankfully had.The kitchen is truly well equipped should you wish to cook or simply make a coffee that accompanies the delicious homemade bread and cookies.The scenery is beautiful and within a few mins walk you are on a cliff looking onto the Atlantic Ocean.The cottage is set beside a working farm and John was able to take time out to demonstrate how to milk cows which was great fun.We made use of the available BBQ and fire to cook pizza in the evening and when the temperature dropped we could simply move into the Garden Room and enjoy the views through the window.There's a well stocked store in Barryroe that is about 10 mins away. For larger stores you would need to visit Clonakilty which has a number of options but definitely check out the Scally's SuperValue and note there is a carpark behind the store which we only discovered on the last day.

We have stayed at a lot of VRBOs all over the world and this was by far the best. From fresh milk from the cows and home baked brown bread to miles of fields to walk and ocean views to comfy beds and perfectly stocked kitchen, this place was so wonderful. Teddy the sheep (er cow) dog was an added bonus. Just in general I can’t say anything bad. It’s also really out in the country so you feel surrounded by quiet and peace.

Others have mentioned the thoughtful touches like fresh baked bread and milk from their farm, but I want to reiterate how lovely it is to arrive to a home, not a house, where every detail has been lovingly thought of. John and Dierdre have truly created a special place that made us not want to leave. We loved our long walks on the property with only cows, green fields and the ocean in sight. I have stayed in many homes around the world but this is my new favorite. Thank you!

Absolutely relaxing and remarkable. Our entire family loved this spot the most. Deirdre is a wonderful hostess who pays attention to every detail. Incredible location as well. Clonakilty was also our favorite destination, as far towns with shopping goes, and it was close by! We happily spent most of the time at the place though. We feel lucky that John showed us the process of milking the cows and their adorable dogs led the way on the gorgeous walking paths. Thank you Deirdre and John:)

This is a beautiful property out in the country surrounded by green hills, the ocean in the distance and many cows grazing in the fields. I find grazing cattle to add to the feing ofp1eace and contentment. The house itself is beautiful with lots of room for five people, (enough beds, two sitting rooms so two TV's, a well equiped kitchen, three bathrooms) plus a lo ely yard with outdoor seating. Would go back in a heartbeat.

We stayed four nights in early April, and our stay was just beautiful. The house is pristine and cozy with lots of room to hang out inside and in the back, which has a patio, fire pit, and a kind of viewing room overlooking the ocean. The kitchen is wonderfully appointed, and there are fun little surprises everywhere. The surroundings are heavenly, with a great group of cows near the house. We spent a day in Cork, a day in Skibbereen, and a day hiking the 7 Heads trail. Deirdre is a wonderful host, and I can't say enough good things about this listing.

John & Deirdre are great host's. The property is clean and comfortable in a setting that is hard to beat. The place is sitting on an active Dairy Farm and John is happy to give you a lesson in Dairy Farming. Everyone in our party was very happy with our stay.

This property was everything we hoped it would be and more! Comfortable, beautiful, amazing location, spectacular views and fully stocked with anything you might need on vacation. Deirdre and John were so kind and welcoming. We enjoyed learning about the milking process from John one evening and wondered around by the sea with Teddy and Robin (the pups). I cannot recommend Ocean's End enough. Book it! I promise you'll be so glad you did!

The cottage was amazing and the hosts were extremely hospitable! Everything was super clean and exactly how pictures described. It was very comfortable and had everything you need. The countryside where cottage is located has beautiful scenery and it truly was a small piece of heaven.

We had a great time over Christmas! Deirdre and John are wonderful hosts and their beautiful house offered us more comforts than we anticipated. We took walks to the nearby beach escorted by their dogs, we cooked and reconnected by the wood stoves, and we visited friendly towns nearby. We are grateful for the care and hospitality of our hosts who went over and above to help us properly celebrate the end of a hard year. We hope to go back!

Our family enjoyed a few quiet days away from the hustle of every day life. The cottage is absolutely perfect. Deirdre and John have done an amazing job.. Would love to come back in the summer. Really appreciated John taking time with us to tell us about his experience as a dairy farmer. It renewed our appreciation for the work that goes into our dairy products.

We returned in November for the second time in as many years and it was just as perfect as we remembered. There is something really special about Ocean's End. Thank you Deirdre and John for another wonderful stay.

Wow!!! What can I say about this cottage that hasn’t been already said. This is by far an absolute hidden gem. They go above and beyond to make your stay pleasant and memorable. From the sweet treats upon arrival to John showing us how the dairy farm works. And we really loved the pups, they greeted us everyday when we got back. The only downfall about this cottage, is having to leave. We are already planning another trip. Thank you so much, Deidre and John!!

This is an amazing property, lovingly renovated and thoughtfully appointed. We wanted for nothing, except more time to spend here. The hosts are wonderful, the views were outstanding.

From the Cottage and the setting to the Host…. Honestly we have no suggestions that would make this any better!! Truly enjoyed our stay. I missed taking a walk w the pups…..Maybe next time :) Thank you Dierdre….. it was simply lovely!

This is an amazing property that I would recommend to anyone wanting to stay in the West Cork region especially. As a first-time driver in Ireland, although different with narrow and winding roads, I was able to maneuver, albeit slowly, and find my way in and out and to other towns. The grounds with the cows and the ocean nearby were breathtaking, and the cow-milking experience was fun! Not to mention walking with the neighbor dogs accompanying us! Deidre and John are perfect hosts and even provided us with homemade bread, cookies and jam! Wonderful experience overall! I’m so glad we found it and would return and highly recommend!

Couldn’t have asked for a better stay and better people.

Our family had a wonderfully relaxing week here in Deidre and John's cottage. The accommodation was immaculate and there was nothing that we wanted for. Ireland was at its best and we can't thank our hosts enough for their warm welcome. It was perfect for all our needs.

My family and I had an amazing stay and vacation at Oceans End! We were there for two weeks and could have stayed two months. Deirdre and John are the very best hosts and welcomed us with some fresh goods upon arrival and again during our stay. The combination of the ocean views, the countryside beauty, and the working dairy seamlessly surrounded the property. Daily walks are encouraged! The location is close to anything and everything that you would want for a proper Irish holiday. We hope to return to this magnificent property again with the kids in the future. Many thanks Deirdre and John!

There aren't words to express Deirdre and John's guest home, aptly titled Ocean's End, but I'll give it a try. I've stayed in many excellent vacation properties, but the experience here puts this one at the top. It is nestled in a stunning cliffside of West Cork, with wonderful towns to visit within 15, 30 or 60 minutes. My friend and I loved our visits to Kinsale, Courtmacsherry, Clonakilty and Cork. We were provided with fresh scones and treats upon our arrival, and John showed us around the working dairy farm. When the electricity went out for a few hours, Deirdre and John both kept us up to date and made sure we had water and fresh breakfast. Staying in this rental is something I'll be dreaming of for ages to come. It was a pleasure when the WiFi unexpectedly went out for a few days because we could simply bask in the glory of our surroundings. Watching the parade of cows to and from their pastures was great entertainment, as was watching the cattle dogs Teddy and Robin do their duties. Managing the typical winding roads of the area was well worth it to come back to this seaside oasis. Stay here for as long as you possibly can, and watch your cares disappear.