School Holidays 2017 Cottages In Ireland

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Andrew - Verified booking

  Overall the property itself is in good condition and spacious.

  However, the listing states an enclosed garden, which there isn't - this was a big request from us for an enclosed garden for the dogs, and the fact that there were plenty of gaps in the perimeter slightly ruined the experience for us as we weren't able to relax with the dogs off lead. Further, there is a lot of debris at the end of the property where current listing photos show a garden and trampoline area - this photo is currently a misrepresentation of the situation. Finally, there are a lot of areas under development on the property land making most outside use of the property unpleasant. Within the property, it is clean and modern. But there is an odd mixture of kitchen wear and furniture for a property that could potentially house 6. I would recommend that the owner take a trip to IKEA and buy kitchen utensils that would support 6 people (e.g. 6 glasses, 6 wine glasses, a large pan, a coffee machine, a peeler, etc.) and also invest in a reasonable sized kitchen table for 5-6 people to sit around. The location of the property is ok, but it is a drive to a village, not a walk. The roads would not be safe to walk down past night. The main reason we opted for the property was an enclosed garden, which it did not have. so taking away that feature, there are other houses better located that you might want to consider.

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• Andrew - Verified booking

  Overall the property itself is in good condition and spacious.

  However, the listing states an enclosed garden, which there isn't - this was a big request from us for an enclosed garden for the dogs, and the fact that there were plenty of gaps in the perimeter slightly ruined the experience for us as we weren't able to relax with the dogs off lead. Further, there is a lot of debris at the end of the property where current listing photos show a garden and trampoline area - this photo is currently a misrepresentation of the situation. Finally, there are a lot of areas under development on the property land making most outside use of the property unpleasant. Within the property, it is clean and modern. But there is an odd mixture of kitchen wear and furniture for a property that could potentially house 6. I would recommend that the owner take a trip to IKEA and buy kitchen utensils that would support 6 people (e.g. 6 glasses, 6 wine glasses, a large pan, a coffee machine, a peeler, etc.) and also invest in a reasonable sized kitchen table for 5-6 people to sit around. The location of the property is ok, but it is a drive to a village, not a walk. The roads would not be safe to walk down past night. The main reason we opted for the property was an enclosed garden, which it did not have. so taking away that feature, there are other houses better located that you might want to consider.

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• Gilles - Verified booking

  We found the house to be well located and on the surface very clean.

  But for a four day holiday rental which quite honestly was not cheap there was much need for improvement. Not one knife was sharp, so difficult and frustrating trying to cut anything. No big deal really but a little annoying. Nowhere to hang your coat. It’s the west of Ireland. It rains A LOT which it did while we were there, so might be a good idea to put some coat hooks inside the door. Also not really a big deal but not great sitting against your wet coat as the only place to put them was on the back of dining chairs. Cheap, nylon duvet covers in two of the bedrooms. It’s really not that difficult or expensive to buy cotton bed clothes making your guest slightly more comfortable. Finally what really compounded all the above points. The cleanliness. Our bedroom sheets were stained as in they were washed but old stains on the sheets and both bathrooms had hairs in the showers + bath. So basically the house was not cleaned well before we got there. We felt having paid quite a bit the standards and the level of care for guests was not very high. I have never complained about accommodation before. I do not want this to be published as I think all of these recommendations can be fixed. I wonder will we hear anything back from anyone or do you just want the guests money and don’t really care about them.

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• Deirdre - Verified booking

  Cosy Autumn Hideaway!

  Tucked down a little country lane we found The Humble Daisy, a haven of warmth and charm! Tired and weary after a long drive, we were met by the owner, Mary Rose, who welcomed us inside to a crackling log fire and a bottle of wine ! Bliss! The thatched cottage has been beautifully and lovingly restored by the owners to an exceptional high standard. The bedrooms are very spacious, the kitchen open and airy with all amenities (loved the Nespresso machine for morning coffee!). The living room has been kept in the tradition style, white curved walls and wood burning fire. Little details like scented candle, flowers, books and DVD’s added a special touch. Our dogs, Twiggy & Castro loved their daily walks 2 minutes down the lane, past the donkeys! to the Lough, or in the owners fields behind the Cottage. When we did tear ourselves away, we visited Portumna Castle and the Irish Workhouse Centre, both highly recommend, and took a trip to nearby Terryglass for a leisurely lunch in the Derg Inn. But most evenings we could not wait to get back and curl up, with our dogs and a good book by the log fire. Mary Rose, Oliver, Louis and Ella were so warm, welcoming and friendly, and could not have been more helpful. Thank you for a wonderful stress free week, we will return!

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• Tim - Verified booking

  I've read all the reviews from previous vacationers who have stayed at The Humble Daisy.

  ....They all have had a wonderful time and enjoyed the fantastic hospitality shown by Mary Rose( the owner)...The fire lit and a bottle of red on arrival....Rare !! The spacious warm cosy so well equipped cottage..understated by the advertised description..also very rare. if you've read " Swallows and Amazons " then this is your place,the tranquil silence and a slow walk down the lane you arrive on the edge of Lake Derg, meet the friendly donkeys,and maybe take the boat out for a spin which is moored up in it's own boat shed in the same field as the donkeys,each step down the lane takes you back in time. We both thoroughly enjoyed our stay,Beau the Rottie loved his time there,we were lucky with the weather but hey,if not, pop some logs on the fire and read a good book. Finally,I was tempted not to want to tell anyone about this piece of heaven..shear selfishness on my part but I would be doing Mary Rose a complete injustice, so, if you like empty roads ,wonderful friendly people,views to die for,then book this place before you die,take a telescope for the dark night sky and an easel and paints if you are that way inclined. Thank You Mary Rose,you will see us again.

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