Guests say
Nellie's Farmhouse in Bantry is highly praised for its cleanliness, stunning views, and well-equipped facilities. Guests appreciate the convenient location for exploring West Cork, the comfortable and peaceful setting, and the warm welcome from the housekeeper, Anna. Despite some minor feedback on bed comfort, the overall experience is deemed relaxing and enjoyable, with many expressing a desire to return.
Guests consistently note the property as 'spotless' and 'extremely well maintained', indicating a high standard of cleanliness that contributes to a comfortable stay.
The property's location is frequently described as excellent, offering beautiful views and a brilliant base for traveling around the countryside, with easy access to local attractions.
While most guests find the farmhouse very comfortable, there are some remarks about bed comfort, particularly the double bed on wheels and the mattress quality, which slightly impacts the overall comfort score.
The farmhouse is praised for being well equipped and thoughtfully furnished, with a well-stocked kitchen and good outdoor furniture. However, suggestions for a smart TV and notes on the bathroom door locks indicate room for improvement.
The presence of beach towels, kitchen essentials, and good bin/compost arrangements reflect a thoughtful approach to guest needs. While gifts are not explicitly mentioned, the attention to detail suggests a considerate hosting style, though such extras should not be expected.
About this property
Durrus 4 miles. This spacious detached farmhouse occupies a lovely setting tucked amongst beautiful surrounding countryside four miles from the village of Durrus, and just six miles from Bantry in County Cork. Nellie’s Farmhouse offers a peaceful, secluded base for families and friends wishing to explore this stunning area. On the ground floor there is an open plan living area which includes a lovely farmhouse-style kitchen and dining area, a great place for spending quality time with your loved ones, before settling down on the comfy large sofa in front of the cosy woodburning stove. Upstairs there are three comfortable bedrooms consisting of one double, one single and an adult bunks room, as well as a family bathroom which is in addition to the ground floor shower room, ensuring there are plenty of facilities for all guests. Outside, an enclosed lawned garden offers a lovely area for the children to play, and is perfect for alfresco dining whilst savouring the beautiful countryside views. Durrus village, four miles away, offers a good selection of pubs, restaurants and cafes all serving excellent food and traditional music throughout the year. There are plenty of scenic drives to be had, and many wonderful beaches within easy reach. Take a drive out to Mizen Head Lighthouse, Sheep's Head or the Beara Peninsula which is where you will see some of most dramatic vistas in Ireland, and if that isn't enough for you then why not spend a day whale watching as West Cork has now reached a high point for whale and dolphin watching enthusiasts worldwide. Nellie’s Farmhouse is the perfect base to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life on your Irish cottage getaway.
Durrus is a village located at the head of Dunmanus Bay on what is called the Friendly Cove, on one of the most unspoilt coasts in Ireland, in West Cork, six miles from Bantry in County Cork. The village is the gateway to the Sheep's Head and Mizen Head peninsulas, a haven for walkers, hikers and cyclists, showcasing some of the most beautiful and spectacular scenery that Ireland has to offer. There are a number of public gardens established in the area, including Cois Abhann and Kilvarock, and Durrus also benefits from a good selection of pubs, restaurants and cafes offering excellent food and traditional music through the year.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x 4ft double, 1 x single, 1 x adult bunks.
Bathroom with 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 with woodburning stove.
Utility.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer in external utility, TV with Saorview, DVD, WiFi.
Fuel and power charged by meter reading.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Enclosed front lawned garden.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shops, pubs and restaurants 4 miles.
Please Note - This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.00This property only accepts 7 nights bookings
Reviews (32)
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Brian
Great view, easy access to the road and surrounding area. Our visit was peaceful, beautiful and comfortable!
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Liz
The property is exactly as pictured, beautifully maintained. Everything you could possibly need is provided, including fuel for the stove which was most welcome in this chilly summer. The interior was spotless and decorated to a good standard. I would highly recommend this lovely place for a holiday.
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Stephen
Everything I had ever heard or read about West Cork is true, it really is a magical place. The cottage was spacious and bright, spotlessly clean and very comfortable, with everything we needed for our stay. The outside area and garden were also well kept with garden furniture for enjoying the outdoors. Anna, the housekeeper, was a treasure. Anna is so friendly, really easy to talk to when making arrangements for arrival and departure and, although we didn't need anything else during our stay, I am sure that nothing would have been too much trouble. This property thoroughly deserves a 5-star rating, we loved it!!