Cottage with a stunning sea view on the south-west coast of Ireland

The ocean view was good. The property was rundown and damp, not suitable for letting. We refuse to pay hidden charges cash.

The location was idyllic. Pure peace and relaxation. The view was amazing! There was a beach 9 min away where we were able to swim. ( warm water and small waves one day but after that the waves were too high- still great to sit by). Lots of great day trip options in every direction. The cottage met our needs. The 3rd bedroom is really just a bed at the top of the stairs. Bring eye shades and ear plugs if you're planning on sleepingin that bed. Not luxurious but comfortable. I do wish there had been more dvds to watch or games to play. We brought own cards so we were able to stay entertained. We picked up some dvds at the charity shop in Cavherviseen but then the player broke. Hopefully they'll replace it. One bit of advice. If you are driving in past Caherviseen the Supervalu at the gas station just past the town center is a good place to get groceries (if you come from the other direction there is a good market in Waterville ). We would definitely stay there again

It was fantastic to wake up and look and hear the ocean. The cottage was dated but comfortable, just what I expected from the picture. Neither my wife or I wanted to leave. Dierdre was such a huge help with all sorts of information from hiking trails to places to eat.

While the view was stunning, the cottage itself was disappointing. The couch and armchairs had rips that were taped and the entire place smelled musty. We were given two bath towels and two hand towels for 2 people/12 days. I requested more towels, which I received promptly. This place has a lot of potential, but the owner needs to make some small investments. The outdated furniture needs to be replaced by something fresh and clean; some happy pictures would be nice as well. It also wouldn't hurt to have some small shampoo bottles and soap available, which doesn't cost much, just in case the guests forgot to bring some. There was a picnic table in the shed, which was locked. It would have been nice if we had been able to use it. No lawn chairs were available, just two cheap plastic chairs. There are also no bicycles, which would have been great to have. I did not feel comfortable in this place, except when we were sitting outside enjoying the view. Inside it felt sad and dated.

Loved the location. Mary/Deirdra were outstading. Was durprised we were chared gor utilities and 100 Euro for cleaning. Great view and hiking.

We had very nice days there by the sea with a direct view of the Skellig Islands. The house is in a really fantastic location and has its own charm there above the rocky coast. You can also start some hikes directly from the house.

Lovely views, very quiet and relaxing

Beautiful views of the Skelligs and Atlantic Ocean.

This house by the sea met all our high expectations. We were looking for a good place to rest and recover.This is a great option if you want to get away from it all. We spent a lot of time in the sun room with that terrific view. Location: 5 stars. The Sea! Absolutely phenomenal view of the Atlantic and the Skellig islands.The photos don't do it justice. Remote, pastoral setting with cows and sheep surrounding you. Be sure to do the Skellig Loop hike. It's incredible and almost feels private. Charm: 5 stars. Amenities: 4 stars. Fireplace was a big plus for us. Washing machine and line drying. Good shower! Comfort: 4 stars. Great balance between an old traditional Irish farmhouse and fairly modern amenities. A cozy fire in the fireplace and a great view of the ocean is hard to beat. Beds and bedding were adequate. I am not a picky sleeper. The mattress and pillow might be an issue for some. Value: 5 stars I thought it was an excellent value. Overall we paid about $600 Euro for 4 nights for two couples. Access: 4 stars. Very remote and a good respite from the city. Hard to find with the directions provided. Use the GPS code! Some minor drawbacks: - Smell of fuel oil from the furnace was strong at first. It helped to keep the doors closed and the windows open in the bathroom/laundry/furnace room. - Separate cleaning, fuel, and electricity costs must be paid in cash. Perhaps that's normal in Ireland?

It really was magical to stay there. Given the spectacular view we enjoyed every morning simply eating breakfast, we thought it couldn't get any more beautiful anywhere else in Ireland. And we were basically right! Some wonderful towns and sights on the Ring of Kerry are nearby -- I recommend Sneem, in particular -- but the real joy is simply spending a day at the house, enjoying the view and going on look hikes. I do want to point out, though, that listing the property as a 3-bedroom property is misleading. The third bedroom is actually a double bed situated on the landing between the two bedrooms. It worked out for us, but for those who seeking three private bedrooms, this is not the right property.