Boxwell Cottage Norman Castle Cottages Beautifully Renovated

This was a much needed break from life... in the US! And what a delight. Anna and Jim were more than hospitable and accommodating. I ran into snags with my car rental and had delay a day for arriving. They didn't bat an eye. The property is incredible! And the family's history with the land is just so special. i wish I had traveled with family and we filled the other rooms, but it was me and my pups who delighted in Pipa and Ollie and all the sheep... and our country lane walks! If I have reason to be back in the area this is my #1 pick! Thanks Anna and Ollie for a blessed, quite, restful week - albeit filled with loads of road time! Slainte!

It was like staying in a history book. The property and its history are amazing. The craftmenship in the restoration is really well done. We loved it.

We stayed at the cottage for our first two nights of an extended stay in Ireland, and it was perfect for the kids. They loved the donkeys and the sheep, the tower was a once in lifetime experience, and using the wood stove so special. I personally loved the gardens and the sitting room best of all.We were so grateful to meet the hosts and tour their magical property.

Excellent stay, highly recommended.

Anna and Jim were great hosts and warmly welcomed us to our cottage. It was beautifully located at their historic ancestral home and had been in Anna's family for generations. The cottage was located at the end of a quiet gravel driveway through woods and farm fields. With walled gardens, it was an ideal sanctuary to get away from day-to-day life. If it's chilly at night, wood is supplied to make your own log fire. And if you're as lucky as we were on our stay, on a clear night, the skies open up to an amazing vista of stars.In the morning, we woke up to the sound of crows, abundant birdlife and sheep. Be sure to take some carrots with you to feed their donkeys on your morning walk.The cottages have been expertly converted by Jim's own hands from the original cow sheds and attached to the castle. Make sure you ask Jim to show you around the castle - you won't be disappointed with the views from the top, and with Jim's historical knowledge and description of how craftsmanship has restored the building over many years..We loved our stay and thoroughly enjoyed visiting local places of interest with our dog. We'll be back!

Writers, romantics - if you want to experience a glimpse into the medieval past of Ireland this is for you. It is a captivating and unique place, a labour of love for Anna and Hume, the hosts. We got a Personal once in a lifetime tour of the mediaeval Tower from our host who is a deeply knowledgeable stonemason and builder. For example the. Rot iron used came from Chinese junk anger chains.

Charming cottage in a beautiful spot. Close to many lovely beaches. The private castle tour was a real highlight- not to miss!

We have stayed at many VRBOs, and this is the first one that was so disappointing that we had to find alternate accommodations. The furniture was heavily worn and stained, the curtains’ fabric was shredding, the windows were drafty, bathrooms not clean and without showers (though were advertised as having showers), and very little hot water. This property has great potential, but is not one we can recommend.

Beautiful place off the beaten path. Friendly animals. The hosts were very gracious.

The property was beyond~ it was fabulous, the castle, the sheep, donkeys, chickens, apple trees, garden and rooks! Everything was taken care of inside the cottage and the beds were comfy too! But the real treasure was Anna and Jim and their son, Jack, all the kindest people you could hope to meet. Caring, communicative, generous and loving. It really made the stay truly memorable!