Cork Holiday Cottages

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Ben - Verified booking

  The photographs do not do the location of this house any justice.

  The drive from Durrus is a beautiful scenic drive along the coast with mountains in the distance. There are gorgeous views of the bay from the front bedroom windows. Whilst there we visited the local bar/restaurant, Arundels. The food was delicious and our 1 year enjoyed playing in the play park while we finished off our food. There is a local art gallery and coffee shop within walking distance too. The house had all the necessities and no more. We stayed here with our 3 kids. 13, 10 and 1. While they each had their own double room they were stuck a few times for things to do. There's a set of swings outside and a large garden but no toys at all inside and no selection of DVD's as stated. Although not always necessary in holiday rentals, a BBQ would have been lovely too. The wifi was good and Sky TV provided some freeview channels. We appreciate the fact that this is someones house and that while staying there we have a responsibility to keep it clean and tidy but the to-do list stuck on the fridge was going abit far. When you go on holiday the last thing you want is to be given a list of chores like moping the floors, cleaning the oven, fridge and bathrooms!! Also, don't forget to keep some Euro's for the electricity. You will need to pay the caretaker (who was lovely) upon departure.

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• Helen - Verified booking

  We had a wonderful week.

  Lovely welcome from Abina and Tim. The cottage was comfortable, well equipped and delightful. Set in the countryside within easy distance of so many nearby sights. We went to Blarney Castle, Gougane Barra, a stunningly beautiful national park, Kilmichael ambush site, Union Hall, Glandore and Rineen on the coast, kayaking around some amazing scenery, Brandon and Dunmanway, where there was great history to discover. The Methodist Church in Dunmanway is now occupied by the historical society and has a superb collection of local historical artifacts and information. Vivianne and Tim were very helpful. We spent a few fascinating hours there discovering the real history of the area. St Mary's Church in Dunmanway has recently gained 8 new church bells, we were taken up to the belfry and allowed to ring tunes. Locals have knitted a copy of the Sam MacGuire cup for the All Ireland GAA competition and it sits on the window ledge in pride of place. The churchyard is where Sam MacGuire is buried. The last Friday of the month in the Greyhound bar in Dunmanway, locals come together to sing their Irish songs. A true delight. All in all a superb holiday and would completely recommend.

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• Christine - Verified booking

  The experience was beyond amazing!

  Just returned from Ireland with a family of 16 plus 3 toddlers. The experience was beyond amazing! Orla and her staff were there to attend to our every need. We shopped in Macroom and cooked our own meals in their gourmet kitchen. There are 8 equally gorgeous bedrooms, all en-suite, a gigantic kitchen, dining room, family space with a gigantic fireplace. The grounds have original cottage-like outbuildings with a river running through the front of the property. The kids loved the Bell which we all couldn’t resist ringing. In the evening, cows meandered to the front of the property, mooing contentedly as we watched the sunset. There is also a formal parlor with an awesome grand piano and separate billiard room which got some use as well. About 25 minutes outside of Blarney, it was a nice drive to Blarney Castle for a day trip but we enjoyed all just hanging out together as a family, we opted to stay for an extra day just to enjoy the Castle even more. Was the highlight of my family vacation

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• Megan - Verified booking

  Our stay was nothing short of magical.

  Our group of 8 adults and 5 kids fit perfectly with extra room! Each area of this home was well thought out and decorated beautifully. No fighting over bedrooms as each is just as beautiful as the last. The kitchen and butlers kitchen has everything you need. The common area is large enough to accommodate our large group to eat and hang out together. We enjoyed nights in the drawing room and game room each night! The grounds are just as amazing and we even enjoyed touring the Finnvale Castle with Orla! The house is remote enough to unwind in the Irish countryside for a few days but close enough to town for groceries and exploring County Cork. Orla and Sandy are very knowledgeable about area and all that it has to offer. We had one small plumbing issue that was remedied immediately. Our family made memories to last a lifetime that we will truly treasure! Thanks Orla and her team for allowing us to stay!

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• Kevin - Verified booking

  If you’re looking for peace and quiet in a tranquil setting with friendly neighbours and their pets, you’ll find it here.

  The cottage is set in a tiny village next to a church. It’s quiet, very quiet. You will definately need a car and the sat nav will never take you back to the village along the same road, and there are hundreds of roads. Tiny single tracks in some cases, some little more than footpaths which hardly ever see a car and which make for an interesting if sometimes frustrating journey! The cottage is clean, warm and cosy and the bed is comfortable, but if you are looking for five star accommodation, look elsewhere. This is a basic cottage with basic amenities, Somewhere to return to after a long day of touring. Keep that in mind and you will be more than happy. There are a number of typical Irish pubs with a mile or so but for eating out locally, find the Old Thatch. Highly recommended friendly pub offering good service, excellent food and drink and free WiFi.

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