Guests say
Ballysheen House is a spacious and family-friendly cottage set in beautiful, whimsical gardens, perfect for children and groups. Guests appreciated the secure, peaceful setting, proximity to the beach and local amenities, and the unique addition of alpacas. The owners are described as welcoming and accommodating. While most guests enjoyed their stay and made fond memories, some noted issues with cleanliness, maintenance, and accessibility for older guests. Overall, the property offers a memorable and relaxing experience, especially for families with children.
Several guests found the property generally clean and cosy, but there were notable concerns about spiders, cobwebs, and mould in bathrooms, as well as some areas being described as unkept or dirty.
The cottage is praised for its peaceful setting, proximity to the beach, local amenities, and the popular Lobster Pot restaurant, making it ideal for families and those seeking relaxation.
Guests found the house spacious, warm, and secure, with ample room for groups and families. However, some mentioned small bedrooms, too many steps for older guests, and uneven floors.
The property offers beautiful gardens, a well-equipped kitchen, and unique features like alpacas. However, some guests reported maintenance issues such as broken appliances, limited power outlets, and restricted heating controls.
The owners are frequently described as friendly, welcoming, and accommodating, helping guests feel at home. While thoughtful touches are mentioned, gifts or extras are not guaranteed.
About this property
Rosslare Harbour 5.5 miles. This semi-detached cottage is located next to the owners' own home in the townland of Ballysheen, near Rosslare Harbour in County Wexford. This unusual cottage has been uniquely designed to offer quirky and homely accommodation for families or groups of friends wishing to discover and experience all that the Sunny South East has to offer. With flexible accommodation throughout, this Wexford cottage has four comfortable bedrooms, two located on the ground floor, making it ideal for anybody with limited mobility, and with two excellent family rooms on the first floor, both with en-suites, this coastal cottage makes for the perfect getaway.
The spacious open plan living area comprises of a fitted kitchen, comfortable dining area and cosy sitting area, meaning everyone can enjoy and make the most of this space! There is also an additional sitting room, where the grown ups can have some peace and quiet! Outside this cottage near Rosslare is a glorious garden with fenced pond and pond house, an 'enchanted forest' and children's play area - the gardens are shared with neighbouring properties and with the owners', but still remain private and peaceful. There is also shared use of a tennis court for the more active. To the rear of this Wexford cottage is a sheltered courtyard with furniture where you can enjoy a slice of tranquillity and soak up the morning sunshine before you set off on your adventures for the day.
This Wexford cottage is located just a one minute walk from an award-winning restaurant and also within a short drive of Rosslare Harbour, which offers excellent transport links to the UK and also access to Dublin. With sandy beaches on your doorstep, Our Lady's Island Lake a few minutes away and so many tourist attractions nearby, you will be far from bored here in Wexford! Note: This cottage is 2 mins walk away from Ref. 21972 and Ref. 24692, together they sleep 28.
Rosslare Harbour is a village situated on a cliff top in County Wexford. The village offers pubs, restaurants, sandy beaches and golf courses, as well as excellent transport links by ferry and train, plus attractions in the area include the Irish National Heritage Park and Westgate Heritage Tower.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x ground floor king-size double, 1 x ground floor twin, 2 x family room with 1 king-size double and 1 single with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area (seats 6).
Sitting room (seats 5).
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Free-to-air channels, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair on request.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Courtyard with furniture.
Shared front lawned garden with patio and furniture.
Shared use of owners' lawned garden with fenced pond, Wendy House and play area.
Shared use of owners' tennis court.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 10 mins walk.
Restaurant 1 min walk (no children after 6pm).
Note: The entrance to the driveway is shared with two other properties.
Note: There are 2 steps from the entrance hallway to the open plan living area.
Note: Fenced pond in shared garden, children to be supervised.
Note: Max.
8 adults and 2 children.
Note: From April to September, this property only accepts a minimum of four night booking.
Reviews (7)
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Janice
It is close to the beach and local amenities, making it a perfect location for families. The gardens are especially lovely and have clearly been designed with children in mind, giving them plenty of space to enjoy themselves. There is also a beautiful spot where the adults can sit and relax in the evenings while watching the sunset. It was such a peaceful and relaxing way to end the day. The alpacas were absolutely lovely and added something really special to our stay. The owner was also very welcoming, friendly and helpful, which made us feel comfortable from the moment we arrived. Another great thing about the location is the Lobster Pot, which is only about a two-minute walk from the cottage. The food was absolutely lovely, and the staff and owner were extremely friendly and welcoming. We really enjoyed eating there and would definitely recommend it. Overall, the whole place is beautiful, peaceful and very family-friendly. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and made some lovely memories. I would highly recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a relaxing family break close to the beach. We would definitely love to return. Five stars from us!
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Christopher
From the freezer door falling off in your hand every time itâs opened, disgusting mold in every bathroom, abundant spiders, hot water only available during specific times of day, no access to adjust the heat, to the confusing layout, including uneven floors, a single power outlet per room, spotty WIFI (at best) to the rooms added on over the years, skip this place ! There are too many other viable alternatives in the area. Rent at your own risk. Our family discussed leaving and asking for a refund, but decided to tough it out and stay.
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Brynley
No view of the water from the home as implied, but there was a view from elsewhere on the grounds. One of the bathrooms had quite a few spiders and cobwebs, but the bigger issue were the windows which were not frosted, had only partial coverings made of lace, and looked directly into another home and could be seen from the courtyard and entryway of the home itself. Overall the home was a fun place to stay with a group and had lots of common areas to hangout, and the kitchen was nice. Accessing the home was easy, but heating is controlled remotely by the homeowner.