Timmy’s Cottage on Heir Island in West Cork is a unique holiday destination in Ireland. Heir Island or Hare Island is 2.5 km long and 1.5 km wide providing a truly unique holiday experience. It is the fourth largest of Carbery's Hundred Isles, after Sherkin Island, Clear Island and Long Island.
To reach Heir Island you need to park your vehicle at Cunnamore Pier and the only way to reach the island is by boat. Cunnamore Pier is located on the Skibbereen to Ballydehob Road off the N71.
Heir Island is only a four-minute ferry ride from Cunnamore Pier. The M.V. Thresher is Heir Island's official passenger ferry and provides crossings every two hours, however please check the ferry timetable in advance. Timmy’s Cottage on Heir Island is a 15 to 20-minute walk from the pier. By prior arrangement you can arrange to be collected at the pier and driven to your holiday cottage.
Heir Island Holiday Homes - Timmy’s Cottage Description
Timmy’s Cottage on Heir Island is a pristine coastal cottage which provides wonderful sea views in a magical setting. This holiday cottage has 4 bedrooms and sleeps 8 guests:
Property layout – Ground floor:
- Large living room with wood burning stove and a satellite TV basic package
- Large & bright kitchen with dining room table seating 6 guests
- Bedroom 1: double ensuite with shower sleeping 2
- Bedroom 2: double sleeping 2 (access to bed from one side only)
- Bedroom 3: bunk bed sleeping 2
- Utility room washing machine and tumble dryer
- Separate wet room with toilet
Property layout – First floor:
- Bedroom 4: single sleeping 1 and additional child's bed (2ft5 wide)
This unique holiday cottage in Ireland has tiled floors throughout.
Towels are provided.
Outside this pretty holiday cottage there is a tiered patio with outside furniture ideal for outside dining and relaxing. NB: 3-4 steps between patio levels.
Heir Island Holiday Cottages – Timmy’s Cottage & The Old Barn
We also have a second holiday cottage you can rent on this island called, The Old Barn. This unique and pretty cottage is a converted barn and sleeps a maximum of 4 guest comfortably. If you are looking for a unique holiday experience in Ireland for a large family or group gathering then renting these two holiday cottages would be the perfect solution.
Local area & Tourist Attractions
These unique holiday cottages are located in Roaring Water Bay in West Cork. Their unique setting on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way provides the perfect base for people seeking a unique holiday experience in Ireland.
Things to do in the local area:
-Grocery delivery service available (3 times a week).
-Local cafes: Fuzzy Duck Café, Island Cottage & PizzHeiria
-Swimming
-Sailing
-Roaringwater Bay
-Practice Yoga and meditation
-Fishing
-Cycling
-Walking
IMPORTANT NOTES
1. Heating and Electricity:
This is an extra charge which is mostly payable to the Property Manager/Owner. In some cases, energy is charged at a fixed daily rate or a rate per unit on the units consumed or you are required to top up a Pre-Paid Meter while in others, energy charges are included in the rate you have paid. We advise you to check with the local Owner/ Property Manager prior to arrival how this is calculated or prior to making the booking.
2. Security Deposit:
A minimum refundable security deposit of €200 (per property) must be paid prior to check-in to your holiday home to the local Property Manager/ Owner. This is either taken over the phone by pre-authorising your credit card when you call the Property Manager to arrange your arrival time 48 hours in advance of arrival or at others it is taken on arrival. In some locations and at certain times of year this can increase to €500 per property.
3. Access to the holiday home:
To reach Heir Island you need to park your vehicle at Cunnamore Pier and the only way to reach the island is by boat. Cunnamore Pier is located on the Skibbereen to Ballydehob Road off the N71.
Heir Island is only a four-minute ferry ride from Cunnamore Pier. The M.V. Thresher is Heir Island's official passenger ferry and provides crossings every two hours, however please check the ferry timetable in advance.
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Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Management fee: EUR 0.25
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Property # 10719911
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Heir Island
Located in Heir Island, this cottage is in a rural area. Dun Na Sead and Baltimore Beacon are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lough Hyne and Lough Errul. Liss Ard Gardens and Schull Planetarium are also worth visiting.
Skibbereen and West Carbery Golf Club - 55 min drive - 19.9 km
Lough Hyne - 58 min drive - 22.6 km
Liss Ard Gardens - 59 min drive - 22.6 km
Irish Sky Garden - 60 min drive - 23.0 km
Restaurants
The Bunratty Inn - 86 min drive
L'Escale Fish & Chips - 86 min drive
The Townhouse O D's - 86 min drive
Budd' S Of Ballydehob
Jacob's Bar
Frequently asked questions
Is Heir Island Holiday Homes - Timmy's Cottage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Heir Island Holiday Homes - Timmy's Cottage?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heir Island Holiday Homes - Timmy's Cottage on 10 Oct 2026 start from AU$625, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Heir Island Holiday Homes - Timmy's Cottage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Heir Island Holiday Homes - Timmy's Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Heir Island Holiday Homes - Timmy's Cottage?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Heir Island Holiday Homes - Timmy's Cottage located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is steps from Island Cottage and within 6 mi (10 km) of Dun Na Sead and Baltimore Beacon. Cape Clear Heritage Centre and Lough Hyne are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The remoteness was such a tonic, no cars, no shops, just nature, every inch of the island has something growing out of it.
Ian
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2023
Hi Ian
Thank you for your review of Timmy's Cottage, Heir Island, Co. Cork.
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and appreciate your business and comments.
We hope to welcome you again to Trident Holiday Homes.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Donal
6 July 2023
Blissful Week.
We had a lovely week on Heir Island. We were well prepared for the week with regard to shopping etc. and having to bring all we needed with us. The communication in advance was very clear. Ferry service was excellent and Tadgh met us at the pier to help carry bags. House was really nice and we have no complaints whatsoever.
Nothing that I can think of at present.
Donal
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
Hi Donal
Many thanks for your great review of Timmy's Cottage,Heir Island, Co. Cork.
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and appreciate your business and comments.
We do hope to welcome you again to Trident Holiday Homes.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sarah-Jane
21 Sept 2021
West Cork Island Escapes 2021
We will be back to Heir Island and Tadhg the owner of Timmy's Cottage is great! We loved the peace and tranquility on the island and those surrounding it. Islanders are extremely friendly and very helpful. Great ferry service and good opportunity to island hop around Roaringwater Bay. Sailing school owner very easy going and good knowledge of local area.
Can't think of anything, it all went very smoothly, Thanks!
Sarah-Jane
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
Hi Sarah-Jane.
Many thanks for your great review of Timmy's Cottage, Heir Island, Co. Cork.
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and the environs and activities of Heir Island.
We greatly appreciate your time, comments, scores and business.
We hope to welcome you again to Trident Holiday Homes in Ireland or Spain.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rory
10 Aug 2021
Perfect
The house is superbly fitted out and stocked with all the essentials, everything worked and it was really comfortable for a family of 6. Great location on Heir Island, would recommend.
Rory
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2022
Hi Rory
Many thanks for completing the feedback survey following your stay in Timmy's Cottage,Heir Island,Co. Cork.
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay in Heir Island and got away from it all. .
We appreciate your time, comments and scores and look forward to welcoming you to Trident Holiday Homes in Ireland or Spain.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Adrienne
6 July 2021
adhg was very easy to deal with and in terms of communication and responsivness he was excellent
Tadhg was very easy to deal with and in terms of communication and responsivness he was excellent. The house was very clean and comfortable, there were games and books for rainy days, the kitchen was well-equipped. it was a lovely location and we really enjoyed our stay.
in genral it was a great hose and very comfy, but we found that there was not anything comfortabel to sit on in the garden to enjoy the sun and the view (we ended up bringing some wooden chairs outside from the sitting room, which worked fine, but probably not the best for the chairs to the moving them in and out of the house so much as they were quite heavy)
Some deckchairs or sun loungers and an umbrella for these and the picnic tables in the garden would make the house perfect.
oh, and there is no scissors in the kitchen, so that would be useful to have.
(ps - the airbnb listing specifies that there is no hairdryer and there is one, it also says there are only 3 bedrooms but there are 4 bedrooms, so might be good tothose points)
Adrienne
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2022
Hi Adrienne
Many thanks for your great of Timmy's Cottage,Heir Island, Co. Cork.
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and greatly appreciate your time, comments, scores and business.
We hope to welcome you again to Trident Holiday Homes.
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