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Historic cottage overlooking Kinsale harbour
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 2
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Explore the area
Cork, County Cork
- Kinsale Regional Museum and Courthouse5 min walk
- Desmond Castle6 min walk
- Charles Fort4 min drive
- Cork (ORK)24 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Historic cottage overlooking Kinsale harbour
This lovely cottage is nestled within a fabulous and historic compound built in 1682 by Sir Robert Southwell. perched overlooking Kinsale harbour. They appear as a listed attraction on most tourist information on Kinsale. They are offered to guests for the first time in their 341 year history.
The cottage has been fully restored and is presented with all necessary conveniences. There is a separate fully fitted kitchen, complete with coffee making machine, induction worktop, quality cookware and a built-in washer drier.
There is a cosy sitting room with original beams, a wood-fired stove, a nook with a comfortable double sofa bed, and television.
Upstairs offers a bedroom with a queen-size bed, built in robes, dormer windows with shutters. The bathroom has a walk-in shower.
There is a lovely communal garden in from of the cottage and a short walk will take you to all the fabulous restaurants and historic attractions that Kinsale has to offer.
The cottage has been fully restored and is presented with all necessary conveniences. There is a separate fully fitted kitchen, complete with coffee making machine, induction worktop, quality cookware and a built-in washer drier.
There is a cosy sitting room with original beams, a wood-fired stove, a nook with a comfortable double sofa bed, and television.
Upstairs offers a bedroom with a queen-size bed, built in robes, dormer windows with shutters. The bathroom has a walk-in shower.
There is a lovely communal garden in from of the cottage and a short walk will take you to all the fabulous restaurants and historic attractions that Kinsale has to offer.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Water view
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Kinsale
Kinsale is home to this cottage. Kinsale Golf Club and Old Head Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Lusitania Memorial Garden and Will and Away. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kinsale Rugby Club or Curraheen Park Greyhound Stadium.
Cork, County Cork
What's nearby
- Kinsale Regional Museum and Courthouse - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Saint Multose Church - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Desmond Castle - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Charles Fort - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
- James Fort - 8 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Fishy Fishy - 4 min walk
- Koko - 5 min walk
- Kitty O Se's - 7 min walk
- Dino's - 5 min walk
- Jim Edwards - 6 min walk
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Hosted by Kevin Logue

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