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A very special place

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A balcony with two wooden chairs and a small table, overlooking a body of water.
A deck with wicker furniture overlooking a coastal view.
A stone wall with a narrow arched window and a small flower box at its base.
A dining area with a table set for four, overlooking a deck with chairs, a large window with a view of the sea, and a hanging lamp.
A modern living room with a large window offering a view of the sea.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Overlooking the water, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, accommodating 5 guests. Enjoy nearby hiking, biking, and water activities like scuba diving. Outdoor areas include a deck and patio. Engage in golf at nearby courses. Visit attractions such as Ringfort Lios-na-gCon and Michael Collins House. The property also has games.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Co. Cork, Cork
  • Place, Ringfort Lios-na-gCon
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Inchydoney Island Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, University College Cork
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cork (ORK)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A very special place

This exclusive holiday home in a small village with 17 houses is just a few meters from the sea and offers stunning views of the bay and coast of West Cork. This property has private access, green Grassflaechen and a large wooden deck with barbecue and garden furniture. The house itself has a variety of luxury facilities. It is perfect for 5 people and makes the special location and amenities make your vacation a memorable one. The house has 3 bedrooms all with private bath. There is a spacious living area with spectacular sea views. To make your stay as comfortable as possible, the house has a fully equipped kitchen and a nice bright dining and living area with sea views. All bedrooms in this house are equipped with quality beds -two of bedroom with king size bed and a bedroom with a single bed. The house is a 'passive house' and is equipped with solar energy and ventilation system, and therefore is ideal for allergy sufferers. For cleaning and washing as much as possible only environmentally friendly products are used. The house is equipped with a charging station for EVs. Should you wish to avail of this, please inform the home owner. Electricity is charged on a non profit basis.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:30 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 508740
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Clonakilty

Located in Clonakilty, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Inchydoney Island Beach and Warren Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Smugglers Maze and The Corn Maize Maze. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and cave exploring nearby.
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Map
Co. Cork, Cork

What's nearby

  • Ringfort Lios-na-gCon - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • West Cork Model Railway Village - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Inchydoney Island Beach - 12 min drive - 8.4 km
  • University College Cork - 59 min drive - 61.7 km
  • English Market - 59 min drive - 65.8 km

Getting around

  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪de Barra - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪O'Donovan's Hotel and Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ó Scanaill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Henry Ford Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Arís - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A very special place pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A very special place?

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A very special place on 25 Apr 2027 start from AU$3,432, 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 A very special place?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A very special place?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A very special place?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is A very special place located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ringfort Lios-na-gCon, Clonakilty Distillery and Michael Collins House. West Cork Model Railway Village and Clonakilty Blackpudding Visitor Centre are also within 3 miles (5 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. 101 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A stunning property that was a perfect location to relax and soak in the marvellous sights of West Cork! We loved our week at Ballinglanna and would heartily recommend the property to anyone looking for a dose of peace and beauty. Endless sky and sea views kept us mesmerised…even a pod of dolphins on the first day Beautifully appointed house that felt like a home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had just the perfect week in Ireland, coming home each evening to a wonderful and very comfortable house. Thank you Doris!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2026
Delighted you enjoyed your holiday in my seaside home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay. Lovely home, incredible view. We loved the area and the town of Clonakilty.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay.

Fabulous house. Great location.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A very special place

A stunning property and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Well equipped home with all you need with a fantastic view included

Would stay again and recommend to all.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Many thanks.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Amazing property, beautiful views, had everything we needed. Communication with property owner and staff was excellent.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous stay

Marvelous location and a lovely property that made for a really relaxing week that we all enjoyed. 10 out of 10.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding location overlooking the ocean. Beautifully furnished and well equipped for a very comfortable and enjoyable stay for 2 couples. We enjoyed the peaceful pastoral setting and ease of access to Clonakilty and surrounding area. Host provided excellent communication and made us feel very welcome. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Away from it all

Fantastic location and property this was an excellent week on the South coast of Ireland. Even the gorgeous weather was thrown in!Property was in excellent condition and ideal for our purposesLove to visit again in future too
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Thank you Mike. Delighted to had a good time and enjoyed the house and its location. Would love to welco.e you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning house with the most gorgeous views. We are repeat visitors and absolutely love it. Cosy and high standard; fab terrace. Doris and Angela always very helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect house with amazing views

Modern home with the best of everything. Comfortable beds and beautiful patio overlooking sea.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing property with stunning views

We had a lovely week. The property had everything we needed. We loved sitting in the garden looking at the views. Didn't want to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ocean side getaway

If want quiet and beautiful holiday home, look no further. Modern home with all the amenities one would want in a fantastic location. Doris is excellent to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ireland Adventure

Our stay in Clonakilty was a portion of our two weeks in Ireland. The property was everything and more. Clean comfortable with outstanding views. I would recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing vacation
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous as always

Beautiful house in stunning location Can watch the sea and sky for hours from the deck Comfortable really well equipped Love it
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It IS a very special place!

Loved every moment of our stay! House was clean, spacious and well appointed and was just like in the pictures. A very relaxing and quiet place to unwind with spectacular views that you could sit and look at for hours! No downside to staying here and I could definitely see ourselves coming back some time. Thanks for allowing us to share such a wonderful place!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clonakilty 2023

An amazing location, right beside the Sea, a perfect spot to enjoy the sunshine and the storm. We had an amazing holiday, the decking area was absolutely beautiful. it really is a restful place and a perfect base to explore all that West Cork has to offer. I want to go back again very very soon.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding

Fantastic location, with an absolutely stunning view! Every amenity was taken care of, with nothing missing at all. Plenty of space inside & out. We'll certainly be back
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary

We traveled to Ireland for our 50th wedding anniversary. Our 7 days on the sea was absolutely breathtaking. The home was one of the best we have stayed in. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

We absolutely love this place! We stayed here last year and we had such a perfect time that we returned again this year. This house has every possible thing you would need. It is clean, comfy and the view is spectacular. Communication with the owner was easy and any questions we had were promptly answered. Also enjoyed talking with Angela again! The peace and quiet was just what we wanted. We will be returning yet again as this place is so close to our hearts!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A little touch of heaven

What a wonderful week despite the weather being disappointing. We were so relaxed in this amazing property with gorgeous changing views over the sea. The house is well situated for exploring Cork coastal areas. Cobh and Kinsale were especially attractive. Highly recommend this holiday home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So tranquil

House was fabulous, the view and the sound of the sea was just what we needed after a long journey. The heating was a bit fiddly but Doris was quick to sort out. Would highly recommend Mizen Head and a visit to Inchydoney beach . SuperValu store was fabulous . Lots of fresh bread and food.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Truly a very special place

As advertised, this property was very close to the sea with most stunning views from the massive sliding lounge doors. The house is calm and quiet and is comfortably furnished. Its eco-friendly credentials are amazing. Housekeeper Angela welcomed us to the property and answered any questions promptly. We had 6 lovely days there which included a visit to Cork and numerous visits to beautiful Clonakilty.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, clean, sea-side getaway

The property was exactly as described and shown in the pictures. The cottage was very clean and comfortable with the beds/pillows being the best we have ever had on a vacation. The only thing that could have been better would be directions for the clothes dryer -- everything seemed to be in German on the dryer and we could not understand it. Other than that everything was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Thank you.

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