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Waterfront coastal chic in the heart of Kinsale, Co.Cork.

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Outside hut overlooking Kinsale Harbour, Charles Fort and the Marina
Studio space with wood pellet fire,
Storage and mirror
King size bed with cotton bedding and blankets
Bed and windows

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace
  • Balcony or patio
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Kinsale, Cork
  • Place, The Kinsale Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Desmond Castle
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Charles Fort
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cork (ORK)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Waterfront coastal chic in the heart of Kinsale, Co.Cork.

Perched on the waters edge with breath taking views of Kinsale harbour from every window, this is truly a special place to stay.

Unwind
in a light filled room on the edge of the harbour wall. Sit and watch boats and yachts, seals, herons and even the occasional otter! With a table and chairs outside on the terrace, it’s the perfect spot for a sundowner on sunny evenings, candles and warm blankets provided for those chilly nights!

Relax
on the sofa looking out to sea.
Light the fire and cost upon chilly nights.
Sleep
in a king size bed with a great mattress and crisp white, pure cotton bedding.

Bathe
in the shower room with cruelty free toiletries, heated towel rail, soft towels and fresh cotton gowns.

Make yourself at home
with a Krups coffee maker, French press, microwave and fridge. Find the kitchen stocked with teas, coffee, milk and sugar.

Eat
in Kinsale! We have the best range of restaurants, find our guidebook with our personal favourites.

Listen
to an unlimited range of music with a premium Spotify account on Alexa.

Walk
to all Kinsale has to offer from here. Park your car up and enjoy! The iconic Spaniard pub is just a minute from us, Man Fridays restaurant too. Everything else the town has to offer is a five minute walk away. Do the Scilly Walk and visit the Bulman pub and Charles Fort along the way.

All windows are double glazed and the building is extremely well insulated, keeping you snug even in the harshest storm.

We hope you'll find everything you need for a relaxed and comfortable stay.

If you’re in any doubt about booking with us, please do contact us, we’ll do our best to help.

Please note your booking and insurance allows for yourself and your guest to be on the property. No other guests are permitted for lunch, drinks etc.
Guest access
All areas are solely for the 2 booked guests use.
Other things to note
It’s not possible to enter the water from here. There’s public access just along the road, or the Dock beach 5 minutes away.

This is our home and our 2 cats wander freely. Sorry, it’s not suitable for any guest wishing to bring an animal.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Adults only

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Sorry no animals of any kind to come to the property as our 2 cats wander freely.

Your booking is for yourself and your guest. No other visitors to the property please as insurance does not cover this.

There is nowhere to enter the water from here. Please use nearby public access points.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3068629vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Kinsale

Kinsale is home to this apartment. The Kinsale Museum and West Cork Heritage Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kinsale Golf Club and Old Head Golf Links. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kinsale Rugby Club or Musgrave Park.
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Kinsale, Cork

What's nearby

  • The Kinsale Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Saint Multose Church - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Desmond Castle - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Charles Fort - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Kinsale Rugby Club - 5 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station - 41 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Greyhound - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Koko - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Spaniard Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fishy Fishy - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cosy Café - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront coastal chic in the heart of Kinsale, Co.Cork. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront coastal chic in the heart of Kinsale, Co.Cork.?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront coastal chic in the heart of Kinsale, Co.Cork. on 27 July 2026 start from AU$478, 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.

What time is check-in at Waterfront coastal chic in the heart of Kinsale, Co.Cork.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront coastal chic in the heart of Kinsale, Co.Cork.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront coastal chic in the heart of Kinsale, Co.Cork. located?

Situated in Kinsale, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of The Kinsale Museum, Desmond Castle and Saint Multose Church. Charles Fort and Kinsale Rugby Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible stay! I can not say enough great things. It’s a nice walk from town and I wish I could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage.....Sara & Ian were great hosts....had a couple rainy days and it was so nice to be in the in the cottage with all the windows overlooking the harbor! Easy walk to town and a couple wonderful restaurants EZ walking distance
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Driftwood Cottage boasts an inviting garden, beautiful views of the harbor and a clean, tastefully decorated interior flooded with natural light. It had all of the amenities we needed, great hosts and was located just a short distance from the downtown. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda V.

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

Unbelievably beautiful

The Skilly Cottage is a rare gem! Extremely well appointed. The location was off the charts! The gazebo was lovely to sit in and watch the boats go by. Enjoyed watching the birds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2025
Delighted you enjoyed your stay with us Linda! Thanks again, Sara & Ian
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harrison L.

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

Fantastic place to Escape

Sara and Ian have carved a little bit of paradise off for the rest of us to enjoy and I thank them for that! It was a wonderful location and waking up on the bay is incredible. Careful if you're driving in town but that pretty typical of Ireland.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this location. It was exactly as advertised. Beautiful decor, outstanding views overlooking the Kinsale Harbor. Just minutes from the downtown as well as from one of our favorite restaurants, The Spaniard. We also came across a fabulous restaurant, Max’s in downtown, where we celebrated our anniversary. The hosts of Waterfront Coastal Chic, Sara and Ian are incredibly thorough and thoughtful. Their hospitality and informational skills were very much appreciated. If you’re looking for a lovely retreat in one of Ireland’s great towns, this is it!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Happy M.

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

Relaxing retreat by the harbor

This property was a perfect vacation spot. We could sit in the peaceful garden looking out onto the harbor, or take a quick walk to town for dinner and shopping. The interior was beautifully decorated and conducive to a feeling of calm and contentment. Having the option to listen to music via Alexa/Spotify was a really nice touch. Our hosts were quite accommodating and very helpful regarding information about the area. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

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

Cosy cottage; wonderful stay

This is a beautiful, cozy cottage right on the water. It is impeccable and tastefully decorated. Lacks for nothing. Ian and Sara thought of everything and were wonderful hosts. Roads are a bit narrow and steep. Better to walk into Kinsale which was bustling with people and activity.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
Thanks so much Sharon! Was lovely to meet you both. Sara & Ian
Verified

10/10 Excellent

colleen S.

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

Fabulous- highly recommend!

Oh heavens the views from this beautiful little cottage are absolutely stunning. The cottage is well appointed, new, clean and very comfortable. Having a little hut to sit in on the water’s edge was fabulous. A short and very pretty walk to town, or if you want to simply stroll a few yards to the Man Friday restaurant (great food and another amazing view) or go hear some live music at the Spaniard pub. The owners are way to communicate with and respond quickly to any questions you have. We would definitely recommend and will stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2025
Thank you so much Colleen! Delighted you enjoyed your week here! Thank you so much for booking your stay with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

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

The Driftwood in Kinsale

Thank you Sara & Ian for opening up your coastal chic cottage, the Driftwood for us to enjoy. It was beautifully decorated, gorgeous gardens, had all the amenities we needed, and the location spectacular! The gazebo/terrace was perfect to watch the Sovereign’s Cup Race sailboats go in and out of the harbor while sipping our wine and the walk to downtown was only 10 minutes. We also enjoyed walking the Scilly trail a number of times. Thanks again! Beautiful memories made. M&M
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cin c.

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

Excellent location, thoughtfully constructed & decorated, sparkling clean, private, quite

My first time booking w/ VRBO. Found the kinsale stays lovely, quite, private, property with garden and gazebo. Everything we needed was at hand. Well thought out design. Owners within reach but completely private. Separate residence. I was hesitant to book due kitty allergies, but found that they do not go in cottage. Barely saw the little darlings. I would stay again. Well worth the splurge.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

allan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A very well presented bedroom/kitchenette about 20 minutes walk from Kinsale town centre. Difficult access due to car park being 100 metres away and quite steep steps ( only 6 or so). Clean and tastefully decorated. The mattress was quite soft. No air conditioning. Lovely views and garden to enjoy, with a little summer house overlooking the water.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sara

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Ian and I love travelling ourselves and hope we offer all the things you need to have the perfect stay here with us in Kinsale.

We’re easy going, the sea, sunshine and our two rescue cats are our favourite things!

We both love to travel and eat. Ians a windswept windsurfer who you may see flying out across the harbour. I like design, creating, sewing and planning our next trip away.

Why they chose this property

We love living here for the magic mix of the vibrant bustling Kinsale town combined with a super relaxing spot to live on the water.

Languages:

English

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