Secluded hamlet over lake and mountain, flocks of lambs and dams, stunning views

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A living room with a large window offering a view of a mountain landscape.
A cozy room with wooden walls and large windows, offering a view of a grassy field with sheep.
A stone house with a sloped roof and large windows, surrounded by a grassy field and hills in the background.
A room with a large window offering a view of a grassy landscape and hills.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, a bookshelf, and two white sofas with red striped pillows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Caragh Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Glenbeigh, Co Kerry
  • Place, Caragh Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Kerry Bog Village Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Killarney National Park
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Lake Cottage bunk room

3 Single Bunk Beds

Lake Cottage singles/double bedroom

2 Single Beds

Main Cottage

1 King Bed

Middle Cottage: double bedroom

1 Double Bed

Middle Cottage singles bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Lake Cottage

Toilet · Shower only

Main cottage

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Middle cottage

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
Price is avg per night

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Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded hamlet over lake and mountain, flocks of lambs and dams, stunning views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Secluded hamlet over lake and mountain, flocks of lambs and dams, stunning views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded hamlet over lake and mountain, flocks of lambs and dams, stunning views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded hamlet over lake and mountain, flocks of lambs and dams, stunning views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded hamlet over lake and mountain, flocks of lambs and dams, stunning views located?

Situated in Caragh, this golf farm stay is within 1 mile (2 km) of Caragh Lake and Kerry Bog Village Museum. Kerry Bog Village Museum and Wynn's Folly are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Secluded hamlet over lake and mountain, flocks of lambs and dams, stunning views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Countryside Paradise

We were a group of friends traveling through Ireland. Our stay was absolutely wonderful. The view and peace were just perfect with sheep coming in and out of the yard. We even had a rainbow over the lake on our first day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Week stay

Wonderful property with amazing views. Host was responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great cottages with amazing views -just beautiful!

We loved the Barralach cottages - the location is amazing - beautiful views, nice walks in the area, 10 minutes off the ring of Kerry. The cottages themselves are very nice & comfortable. This was a high point of our Ireland trip - and we hope to stay there again some day.
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful spot!

We loved our time at the cottages. One of the most beautiful vacations spots we've been too. We were a big group but the cottages were a perfect set-up for us. Peter was extremely helpful and accommodating as a host. We'd highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2016
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Farm Hamlet

Absolutely fabulous
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oh the view!

This was the perfect location for our families trip to county Kerry. Close to the ring of Kerry, Dingle peninsula, and Kilarney. The three cottage set up was also great for multi-family accommodations. Finally, I cant say enough about the view! We would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unbelievable

Incredible property high on the mountainside with unbelievable views. Best place I've ever stayed at. True Irish experience for us Californians.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific views

We enjoyed the amazing views. Sheep are at every turn. They visit periodically throughout the day. Everything was great including the communication with the host.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Views/experience

The view was incredible. The kids loved the sheep although the sheep did not love the kids 🙃. Very fun experience
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful visit to cottages and beautiful view

Our party of 9 had an amazing visit to these cottages. The view is awe inspiring and we were sad to leave. We were able to access a trail from the rear of the property and the main cottage had chess/games and extra wellies/raincoats for rainy days. Wi-Fi worked great. We missed meeting Peter, but we did get to meet Betty and sample one of her delicious meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4 Ladies 2 men

4 ladies 2 men all family ages 62-73. Wonderful setting , great view , comfortable beds good kitchen very quiet and peaceful. Away from noise but can get to town with little effort. Sheep are delightful and entertaining. Betty’s meal outstanding after a long travel day. Will return with same group again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay at Barralach cottages

I stayed at the Barralach cottages with my family -- 7 adults in all -- and we all had a wonderful time. The property and views are absolutely gorgeous! The cottages are cozy while also providing plenty of space for a large group. The housekeeper was very helpful in coordinating our arrival and departure and Peter, the owner, sent information about the house and area ahead of time which was much appreciated. We loved staying up on the hill -- with the views of lakes and hills -- and enjoyed going out for dinner in Glenbeigh and other neighboring towns. There's plenty to do and see in the area! Thanks for everything -- we had a wonderful trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2016
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8/10 Good

Exceptional

Exceptional location! Rough drive to get to property but worth the view. House was comfortable for a family with separate cottages. Having the sheep was so fun, but the sheep doo everywhere in the yard made it difficult to walk out to see the property. Betty cooked two meals and it was outstanding! Exceeded expectations!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect location!

Barralach was the perfect location for our vacation! The accommodations were great for our group of 7 and could have comfortably accommodated several more. We loved being "off the beaten path" and yet close enough to conveniences and lots of sightseeing. We especially enjoyed scenic drives along the Ring of Kerry and Dingle Peninsula and our visit to Blarney Castle. We also got in some great hiking, including Carrauntoohil -- the tallest mountain in Ireland. Peter was most helpful and very nice to work with. Thanks for helping our experience in Ireland be such a memorable one!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Simply Spectacular!

This property is gorgeous. One member of our party described it as “magical” and another called it “Heaven.” No expense was spared to make it luxurious, relaxing and beautiful. It was beautifully appointed and gorgeously decorated and the art was amazing. Peadar’s hospitality and communications were prompt, detailed and the most informative I’ve ever received from a host. Our entire group plans to return and I couldn’t imagine a better place to spend a vacation. It was my favorite spot - ever!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Can a Place We've Only Visited Twice Be a Second Home?

Eight family members stayed here in 2015, and from the moment we arrive we knew we would have to come back. COVID interrupted our plans a couple of years ago, but this year we made our return visit, staying five nights this time. There were a dozen of us this time--my wife and I, two daughters and their spouses, a total of five grandkids, and a teenage granddaughter's boyfriend. From our previous visit, we knew to not over-plan our days. We bought groceries (a decent Aldi's in nearby Kil
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Indescribably Magical

Barralach is an incredible retreat. The vistas surrounding the property are magical. The sheep are wonderful. We gathered three generations (with the youngest 5). The cottages are perfect for three families and one of the cottages presented an amazing gathering space. The main cottage has everything you would possibly need to host a feast and has multiple outdoor dining options. We had small compact rental cars and would recommend upgrading to easily handle the switchbacks up to the cottages, but it is not required. Cannot speak more highly of Barralach – we are dreaming of a return trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing beautiful

Driving up the road I knew it was going to be beautiful but the view was breath taking. We stayed 8 nights at the property and never wanted to leave. The view changed every day, the houses were always warm with plenty of firewood. Everything about the property made us feel at home. Our boys (4 and 7) and my nieces and nephew (5,7,9) had a ball playing outside everyday building bridges, chasing sheep, going on walks to explore and of cause playing in the mud!! We will look forward to the day we can come back and would highly recommend to young and old. Thank you Peter, our favourite place in Ireland.
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10/10 Excellent

Incredible Beautiful Views

Every morning I woke and first thing I did was look outside - The scenery would change, at times feeling like we were up in the clouds. The sheep, the scenery and the overall peacefulness of this perfect group of cottages leaves you feeling regenerated, especially after sightseeing during the day. My son was intrigued with climbing the hills behind the house. When we left we all wished that we could have stayed longer. If I have the chance I would love to return and I highly recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Not sure if there is a better view in Ireland!

Peter's cottages at Baralach were the perfect fit for our family of eleven. Each couple/group had their own space with the main home providing wonderful general space for everyone to gather and eat. With that said, we were outside most of the time taking in the spectacular views - just sitting in the comfy chairs provided drinking wine and chatting. Couldn't have been better. The home was clean and well stocked to prepare meals. We used the grill a number of times. Peter couldn't have been more helpful or responsive to all of our many questions. Thanks for an amazing stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018
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10/10 Excellent

At Home at Barralach

The visitor comments found elsewhere on this site only mildly prepared us for the lovely Barralach. The charming stone cottages, comfortable, lovingly maintained and perched on a spectacular hillside, greeted us like old friends. The view forward to the valley and lakes and behind to the hilltop and sea beyond assured us that "here we are where we are meant to be". Detailed notes and a friendly call from the owner provided more than enough information for local area sightseeing and activities such as riding on the beach to hiking to dining out. Barralach is a wonderful and unique retreat for those exploring the Dingle and Kerry peninsulas as well as the Killarney National Park area. It is a very special home away from home that I would recommend to anyone who wanted to experience Ireland's essence.
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10/10 Excellent

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This home (or rather, series of cozy cottages) is a glorious retreat from the rush and noise of everyday life. The views are breathtaking, the ability to walk out the back door and hike for even more stunning views is priceless. We stayed with our two children and hosted a series of families of our friends and their kids. The cottages were perfect for this type of setup, with each family having its own space while sharing the main cottage. Kids loved running in the forest that they felt was magical out back, adults loved a quiet morning coffee overlooking the mountains and Caragh Lake, and everyone loved the sheep! You’ll need a car to enjoy this house as it’s remote, but well worth the drive. Glenbeigh with its shops and restaurants is only minutes away (or an hours hike over the mountain which is very doable and gives even greater views). The kitchen is well appointed with everything you’d need to cook big meals and share them together at a gorgeous long table. I can’t recommend this lovely home enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Indescribable Location!

This property was just what our family needed to relax for a few days while exploring County Kerry. The beauty of the countryside view is indescribable and the company of the sweet friends outside was icing on the cake. The property is indeed "cabin-esque", but is very fitting for the property. We appreciate Ireland's focus on sustainability, however, had to take extra steps at this property to come up with our own sorting bins/bags and then find the local recycling source for disposal. While the host recommended a recycling location, it was in the opposite direction of our next stop, so we carried our trash with us for a bit. Not ideal with a car full of luggage. While there are a few things about the hamlet that could be enhanced, we would 100% stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Attractive and comfortable cottages in an outstandingly beautiful location

This was a perfect place to celebrate our wedding anniversary/birthday with all our family. The three cottages made ideal accommodation for ourselves, our son and daughter and their families, and we all appreciated the outstandingly beautiful views and walks from the cottages as well as the proximity to Glenbeigh and the amazing beach at Rossbeigh. The three cottages were very comfortable and the main cottage very well equipped. There was also the bonus of having Betty to cook for us on a couple of evenings. One family was rather concerned about their car’s low clearance on the final rather rough track to the cottage, but the rest of us coped well. Peter, the owner, was extremely helpful providing much useful information and answering questions immediately from the time of booking throughout our stay. Unfortunately, we can’t say the same for Vrbo who provided last minute information some of which was outdated regarding electricity. Peter confirmed there is no extra charge for electricity.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

6 Nights at Barralach

Peter said words would not do the views from the house justice, and he was right - simply stunning. We were able to access different hiking options of varying difficulty directly from the property. The house and cottages were comfortable and very well equipped. We had not realized the bedroom space in the main house was not fully enclosed as a separate room, but it was fine nonetheless. An earlier reviewer recommended renting a small SUV for the stay, and I am glad I followed that advice as the driveway up to the house is by necessity steep and also a bit rough. Restaurants, shops and water activities were 20 minutes away by car. Peter and Eliza, the housekeeper, were readily accessible by phone. The dishwasher happened to break during our stay, and Eliza quickly facilitated a replacement. All in all, a unique and lovely property to which we would gladly return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023