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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Family Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Traditional style cottage free WiFi short walk from Reenroe Beach Ballinskelligs
This elegant traditional style cottage enjoys fabulous views of Ballinskelligs Bay. You'll find this a totally relaxing base for your holiday just off the famous Ring of Kerry. This modern property has three large bedrooms, one bathroom and one en-suite. A large stone fireplace with electric stove dominates the spacious open plan living/dining/kitchen area. The property has a modern fully equipped kitchen. The property has WiFi. Set in a fully enclosed large garden with orchard, this charming cottage offers peace and tranquillity and a place to relax. Tastefully decorated throughout. Reenroe beach is only 6 min walk from the property down a quiet lane and is very popular for swimming, walking, windsurfing, fishing (bass) and a surf school is located here during the summer. The Kerry Way passes close to the house and walkers and birdwatchers will love this location. Recently opened five minutes walk away is a National Trail Loop Walk called the Emlagh Loop walk which takes in Reenroe, Beach, an old bog road and working bogs. Nearby Waterville has a world famous golf course and the Ring of Kerry with its stunning scenery is sure to impress.
Beaches and Activities: Location, location, location. This beautiful traditional style cottage enjoys an envious position overlooking Ballinskelligs Bay. 6 min walking distance down a quiet lane leads to Reenroe Beach which boasts one mile of unspoilt sandy beach. This property has everything you could wish for in a relaxing base for your holiday. It has peace and tranquillity, fully enclosed large garden and orchard, panoramic views of Waterville Beach to the East, Reenroe Beach directly in front and Scarriff Island, Hogs Head and Horse Island westwards. Reenroe Beach offers walking, running, swimming, surfing, horse riding, fishing. Sea angling boat trips can be arranged locally. A perfect base to explore the famous Ring of Kerry and take a boat trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sceilig Michael. Visit the nearby fishing village of Portmagee or Valentia island.
Walking, Hill Walking, Cycling: There are many local walks and cycle routes. Bikes can be rented in the nearby town of Cahersiveen. Walks up Bolus Head ( to Bolus Tower), Bray Tower in Valentia, Geokaun Mountain (Valentia) offer breathtaking views over South Kerry and the Sceilig Rocks. Visit Cill Rialaig Famine Village and Artists Retreat and also the Cill Rialaig Art Gallery and Cafe in Dungeagan Village. Walk part of the Kerry Way Walking Route. Information on all these is available in the house and at local tourist offices in Cahersiveen and Waterville.
Eating Out & Area Attractions: Trip to the Skellig Rock is a must and most holiday makers say it is the highlight of their holiday. Boats leave Portmagee and Ballinskelligs daily weather permitting. Valentia Island offers a Slate Quarry, Grotto, Light House, Geokaun Mountain & Fogher Cliffs Viewing Point, Candle making. Watersports for children in Knightstown during summer months include water trampoline, kayaking, fishing, orienteering. There are many archaeological sites in the area including Staigue Fort, Caherdaniel, Leacanabuile, Cahergeal forts. An information book is provided by the owner for all local attractions and restaurants. Local seafood is a speciality in most local restaurants.
In January 2014 South West Kerry was allocated as the only dark skies area (gold status) in the Northern Hemisphere - an ideal choice for star gazers / astronomers.
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Emlaghmore
Located in Emlaghmore, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Siopa Chill Rialaig and The Atlantic Telegraph Waterville are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Heatherhill Stables and Waterville Golf Links. Travelling with kids? Consider Siopa Chill Rialaig and The Anchor. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Skellig Six 18 Distillery - 14 min drive - 12.8 km
Waterville Golf Links - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
Getting around
Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Dooley's - 9 min drive
Beachcove Cafe - 9 min drive
The Lobster - 9 min drive
The Fishermans Bar - 18 min drive
Fishermen’s Bar - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Traditional style cottage free WiFi short walk from Reenroe Beach Ballinskelligs pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Traditional style cottage free WiFi short walk from Reenroe Beach Ballinskelligs?
As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Traditional style cottage free WiFi short walk from Reenroe Beach Ballinskelligs on 19 June 2026 start from AU$178, 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 Traditional style cottage free WiFi short walk from Reenroe Beach Ballinskelligs?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Traditional style cottage free WiFi short walk from Reenroe Beach Ballinskelligs?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Traditional style cottage free WiFi short walk from Reenroe Beach Ballinskelligs?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Traditional style cottage free WiFi short walk from Reenroe Beach Ballinskelligs located?
This family-friendly Emlaghmore cottage is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of Heatherhill Stables, Siopa Chill Rialaig and Ballinskelligs Castle. Ballinesker Beach is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.
Reviews
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We had a wonderful stay at this roomy holiday home with good facilities and provisions. The area is quiet yet the local beach is magnificent and within walking distance. We brought our bikes and the local area was perfect for cycling with quiet roads and interesting coastal routes. Our friends who are musicians enjoyed playing in the local pubs in Cahersiveen, Ballinskelligs and Waterville
We stayed in seashell cottage for four nights and really enjoyed the stay. The view from the terrace is spectacular and there is plenty to do and see close by.
A great base to explore the Kerry coastline. We found Seashell Cottage a clean, well appointed and comfortable home to shelter from the rainy weather. The views are amazing!
We stayed during the fantastic weather this may. The cottage was very spacious and light with the large windows. Very well equipped and a lovely garden. The hosts were very responsive to messages. Very highly recommended.
we had a wonderful stay at Noreens House, the view in the bay is stunning sitting there in the swing-chairs with the heater under your feet - even in November it´s worth going here. The beach itself and the possibilities to hike around the location are great too
What a fantastic house for a lovely Autum trip away. The house is so close to the beach and to walking trails. The house was very cosy and had all we need for our week away. We will definately stay again.
This is a fantastic place for a holiday. Clean tidy beautiful house, beautiful location. We will definitely come back to this house. Highly recommend this fantastic home. And thanks to his hostesses
We spent one week in Ballinskelligs and had a great time there. The house is very spacious and comfortable and is equipped with everything you need. Checking in was easy, too. There is a lot to visit - Kerry Cliffs, castles, ring forts and Skellig Michael, of course this is quite expensive. House and surroundings are quiet and peaceful, but there are several supermarkets in Cahersiveen and a small but well-equipped shop only a few minutes away. A clear recommendation from us - and congratulations to Kerrys win in the All Ireland Final 2025!
This is a beautiful vacation home with an great view of Ballinskelligs bay . We had a wonderful time in spite of really terrible weather . On the clear nights the stars were the most amazing I have ever seen . We highly recommend this home and the host Noreen was great .
Outstanding property! So much space and a stunning view. Everything was immaculate. A short trip to the Kerry Cliffs and Bray Head. Spent a day in Killarney National Park. Fabulous hike. Excellent location!
I love clean and this meet my expectations and more. Lots of sitting spaces, bright and light. Kitchen was well equipped. Stunning and beautiful view from living room.
Highly recommended.
A wonderful, well equipped and large house with great views. Ideal base for exploring Cork and Kerry. Everything you need was there and in good condition (except the cooker).
Can only really recommend.
We has a fantastic stay at this property for two weeks. The area has such amazing views and interesting places to visit. The accomodations were comfortable and spacious, with lovely views of the water and countryside. The beautiful beach is a few minutes walk away. We had daily visit from the hosts Irish setter Brandy who is a gentle sweetheart. The hosts were friendly and very responsive. We highly recommend this place and hope to visit again someday.
The property was very spacious and very clean with everything we needed. It was perfect for us. Noreen was helpful when asked questions but also gave us 100% privacy. Description was very accurate and no complaints at all. If you are looking for peace, nature and spaciousness this is the place for you. Brandy the dog’s daily visits were also sweet as she is a very well behaved dog.
After a long drive from Shannon Airport, we opened the door to Seashell Cottage and immediately felt like we were home. The scenic surroundings offered us peaceful mornings to lounge over coffee and enjoy the stunning view, and the perfect base to venture out to explore the Skellig Coast — which we have fallen in love with. Our stay was idyllic, and the short trips to Waterville or Cahersiveen to pick up necessities were delightful. Seashell Cottage is very comfortable, the pantry had many essentials, and our host, Noreen, made sure we were well taken care of. Our stay was an absolute dream, and we hope to return again and again.
Christine H.
Stayed 28 nights in Apr 2024
About the host
Hosted by Noreen and Brendan King
We live in Ballinskelligs, Co. Kerry on the family farm. We have been welcoming guests to Seashell Cottage since 2011 and enjoy meeting holidaymakers and providing top class accommodation. We love sport and travel.
Why they chose this property
Seashell Cottage is a beautiful property with all the comforts of modern living overlooking Ballinskelligs Bay and Reenroe Beach. The many reviews by previous guests show how positive people feel about this property and how much they enjoy their holidays in Ballinskelligs, Kerry and the Wild Atlantic Way. The house is comfortable, tastefully decorated and beautifully designed encapsulating the stunning views of sea, beach and mountains. Many guests return again and again to Seashell Cottage and we are delighted to welcome them back.
What makes this property unique
We love Seashell Cottage as it captures the traditional style of an Irish cottage in a modern house. You will always feel at home here. Sitting in front of the open turf fire and gazing out to sea, capturing the beauty of Ireland and the Wild Atlantic Way - pure heaven!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests