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Award winning Property on a Hill overlooking the sea in West Cork.

Award winning Property on a Hill overlooking the sea in West Cork.

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View from Patio and most windows of Dunmanus Bay
Well equipped kitchen
Kitchen Sink with a view of Dunmanus Bay
Open plan living room  & Kitchen

Overview of Award winning Property on a Hill overlooking the sea in West Cork.

Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Bantry, Cork
  • Popular LocationBantry House12 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Gabriel15 min drive
  • Popular LocationSchull Harbour17 min drive
  • AirportCork (ORK)97 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Big Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master

1 Queen Bed

Small Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Award winning Property on a Hill overlooking the sea in West Cork.

The is a private cottage on a quiet lane, overlooking the sea in West Cork. Relax in the child-friendly garden, on the patio or eat your meal from locally produced artisan foods. A stream gurgles at the end of the garden, which is 3/4 of an acre of private space. Table and chairs for outdoor eating or admiring the view of the sea.
The house sleeps 6 people with a master bedroom and en-suite upstairs with 2 bedrooms and main bathroom on the ground floor. Children are welcome and we provide a travel cot for small children as well as other equipment, if booked in advance.
The open plan kitchen living room opens onto the patio, which gives an uninterrupted view of Dunmanus Bay and the setting sun. The living room has a wide range of books on the area, TV, Music System and Wifi. The kitchen is equipped for an expert cook and meals can be eaten on the patio or in the kitchen. A playroom for children with some toys is off the main living area. This has a desk, doors for privacy and been used as an office in recent times, as the Wifi base is in this room.
The house is 2 minutes drive to the village of Durrus with Bantry, Schull and Ballydehob taking 10 minutes to drive on country lanes. The house is on the Sheep's Head Way walking route and has lots of outdoor activities. The Wild Atlantic Way route is below the house on the way to Mizen Head. Walk the quiet beaches or visit the country markets for local produce. Contact us for a list of the best local restaurants which you can pre-book.

Property manager

Maire Ni Mhurchu

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lb per pet (limit one pet total)
Only by Request

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The accommodation is designed for adult and family use. Please note that tents and camper vans are not permitted.
The fee for charging an electric car is levied at a rate of €10 per day, to cover the cost of charging.
No Partys allowed at Dunmanus Cottage. I times of Covid only those staying in the house can enter the property.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Durrus

Located in Durrus, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Glengarriff Woods Nature Reserve and Dunmanus Bay reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kilravock Garden and Whyte Bookshop. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Bantry, Cork

What's nearby

  • Bantry House - 12 min drive
  • Mount Gabriel - 15 min drive
  • Bantry Bay - 16 min drive
  • Schull Harbour - 17 min drive
  • Garnish Island - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Chestnut Tree - 16 min drive
  • The Townhouse O D's - 16 min drive
  • The Sheeps Head Inn - 3 min drive
  • Levis Corner House - 16 min drive
  • Arundels by the Pier - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Award winning Property on a Hill overlooking the sea in West Cork. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Award winning Property on a Hill overlooking the sea in West Cork.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Award winning Property on a Hill overlooking the sea in West Cork.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Award winning Property on a Hill overlooking the sea in West Cork. located?

This family-friendly Durrus holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Dunmanus Bay and Kilravock Garden. Sheep's Head Peninsula and Mount Gabriel are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house in a magical location
So relaxing. Lovely comfortable house. Great books and music, beautiful views, bracing walks along the beach with our dog, cozy log fire and super helpful homeowner and caretaker - thank you Marie and Daisy ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth J., West Sussex 🇬🇧

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay at Dunmanus Cottage
We had such an enjoyable stay at Dunmanus Cottage in early August. The view from the house is enough to lift any spirits and there is so much to do and see in the area that the hit and miss weather didn't dampen the fun at all. The house is really clean an well equipped with everything you could need to have an enjoyable stay. Three large bedrooms with lovely comfy beds, with lovely views of the garden or bay. The house has a lovely garden and patio. Maire and Daisy were fantastic - offering lots of support and checking in and being really accommodating for our 1.30am arrival. How brilliant to find milk, butter, bread and local cheese in the fridge to welcome you. Maire has provided information on lots of things to see and do and places to eat. A great find and such an enjoyable stay at a perfect location to explore this part of West Cork.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dirk L.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
großzügiges Haus mit einer wunderbaren Terasse
Persönlich eigerichtetes Haus, sehr bequeme Betten, super Küchenausstattung, der Blick von der Terasse ist wunderbar ! tolle und ruhige Lage der Kontakt zur Vermieterin und der Vermittlerin vor Ort war eher anonym, trotz hoher Betriebskosten ( Heizungsgebühr im August ! , Endreinigung ) mußten wir für die Müllentsorgung selber sorgen und auch bezahlen, Betten mußten auch abgezogen werden, war bei dem Preis des Hauses etwas erstaunlich
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Lorraine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful sunset you get to look at every evening.
The sunset was an amazing view from the garden whilst we sipped a glass of wine after a long day at barley cove beach which was 30 minutes away in a car. The house had absolutely everything you would possibly need . The owner clearly thought of everyone.

10/10 Excellent

catchia g., New York city

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home and lovely representative
So helpful

About the host

Hosted by Maire Ni Mhurchu

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This house was built by my great-aunt in 1968, as she planned to retire after a lifetime nursing in London. The house was built to enjoy the view from every room. As a child, I visited a lot and inherited the house in 2000. We renovated the house and brought it up to modern standards and have won a 2018 EHHA Award for one of Best Nature Tourism Houses in Europe. We want to share our Tig na Failte ( Irish for House of Welcome) with you.

Why they chose this property

* Summertime is about the views of the bay and the area with meals on the patio.
* Winter time is about stove lighting, central heating and a cosy house.
* Great base for exploring West Cork and Kerry.
* Private garden with gate to keep children off the quiet lane.

What makes this property unique

* Private site on a country lane with great views of Dunmanus Bay.
* Tucked into the side of the hill, we are protected from the prevailing winds in winter.
* Peaceful house, with music system, wifi, office space as well as a living area.
* Sit and watch the ever-changing views of the Bay at any time of the day.
* Relax in the private garden, safe for all the family, the flowers for cutting and apples for eating. Feel part of the landscape of West Cork.
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