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Traditional Irish Cottage Offering 5 Star Luxury

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Beach
Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Traditional Irish Cottage Offering 5 Star Luxury

Cuanbeg, when translated from Irish, means ‘Little Haven'. It is an authentic, traditional Irish cottage which was originally constructed in the 1930’s. It has been beautifully restored and now offers a unique experience combining all of the charm and tradition that you would expect of a cottage with the highest levels of luxury and comfort, including a state of the art hot tub, (currently out of order), offering the perfect way to relax and unwind after a hard day, at the beach, walking, fishing or golfing.

Cuanbeg has 3 double bedrooms which can comfortably sleep 8 people with the addition of 2 fold out beds. The main bedroom is en suite and there is also a communal bathroom incorporating a bath and separate power shower. The traditional appearance of the newly fitted kitchen cleverly houses all of the conveniences one could wish for, including a range style cooker, double oven, microwave, dishwasher and a large fridge freezer.
WIFI also included

Property manager

Gillian Kierans

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,722 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Traditional Irish Offering 5 Star Luxury Hot Tub Waterville
Traditional Irish Offering 5 Star Luxury Hot Tub
Traditional Irish Offering 5 Star Luxury Hot Tub Waterville
Traditional Irish Offering 5 Star Luxury Hot Tub
Traditional Irish Cottage Offering 5 Star Luxury Hot Tub

About the area

Map
Waterville, Kerry

What's nearby

  • Waterville Golf Links - 16 min drive
  • Skellig Six 18 Distillery - 17 min drive
  • Ballycarbery Castle - 26 min drive
  • Kells Bay House & Gardens - 32 min drive
  • Killarney National Park - 78 min drive

Getting around

  • Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oratory Pizza and Wine Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Dooley's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Eva's Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Mike Murts - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Beachcove Cafe - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional Irish Cottage Offering 5 Star Luxury pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Traditional Irish Cottage Offering 5 Star Luxury?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional Irish Cottage Offering 5 Star Luxury?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traditional Irish Cottage Offering 5 Star Luxury located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Waterville Beach, Waterville Golf Links and The Atlantic Telegraph Waterville. The Story of Waterville Cable Station Exhibition and Skellig Bay Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Traditional Irish Cottage Offering 5 Star Luxury Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home
Property was clean and comfortable.Plenty of cooking supplies. View was spectacular. Short trip into Caherciveen or Waterville. Gillian was great at communicating. John the caretaker gave us a ride into town because we got a flat on our rental. Lovely sheep came to visit everyday. Safe and quiet. Next time I will stay longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Our week’s stay at the cottage was very pleasant and peaceful. We enjoyed watching the sheep and the scenery from the cottage was beautiful. We had difficulty finding the cottage as there are no road names and after an overnight flight from Toronto and then a four hour drive from Dublin the directions didn’t work on our phone. With some relief we finally spotted it and arrived.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and charming
We stayed at this lovely little home for 4 nights. It was a bit farther out then I realized but after getting over the shock of the tiny roads it was a beautiful drive. The home does not have any extra comfort items such as shampoo, conditioner, soap, salt, pepper, coffee (but has a nespresso machine), laundry soap, extra toilet paper or paper towels, etc. to be fair these items were not in the listing either so it is listed 100% accurate. Also, the trash has to be sorted and taken to the local town on your last day. Again, all of this is in the listing so no surprises if you read the listing completely. Owner is very responsive and patient to explain any answers which I had a lot. Property is super clean, bright and peaceful. Would stay here again if we are in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary L., Barnum MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous views
We absolutely loved Cuanbeg. Beautiful setting for a charming cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chillin in ROI
Beautiful scenery, friendly people, attentive caretaker and owner any problems dealt with straight away. We will be coming back. Thankyou
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi J., Grand Ledge, MI, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and tranquility in west Kerry
If you are looking for quiet, peace, and tranquility in a cozy, fully-equipped home, this is your place. It is far enough off the beaten path that the only sounds are the wind and the baas of the sheep in the surrounding fields (and occasionally the driveway -- lol), but the towns of Cahersiveen and Waterville are still just a short drive away. We ended every day of our stay snugged in next to the peat fire in the stove. The kitchen has anything you could need and then some (and we cook). The bed we used was reasonably comfortable, and there's all the hot water you could ask for in the shower. The house is cheerful with natural light and the views of the surrounding countryside from the windows are amazing. Both the property manager, Gillian, and the caretakers were responsive and helpful throughout our stay. If you don't enjoy quiet and solitude, this might not be the place for you. But if you need a place for your soul to breathe a sigh of relief and to set down the burdens of the busy outside world for a bit, then book a stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W., Massachusetts, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely quiet place to get away from it all
We had a delightful time: just the rest from our hectic lives we needed. Sunrises are marvelous and there's a broad view of the valley, plus easy access by car to local tourist attractions. Thank you, Gillian and the caretakers!
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay in a great location
Loved our stay here. Well equipped, comfortable house in the most peaceful location we've ever stayed for a holiday. Yet really close to the Ring of Kerry and Skellig ring, beaches and more.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Louise C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace quiet and tranquility
We arrived after a 6.5hr drive to the property and the hot tub was certainly a must earned treat. The home was clean and tidy all kitchen utilises supplied. The scenery was breath taking, lying up in the hot tub and looking out was truly amazing. Life is so busy these days we give ourselves no time to enjoy the simple things which is silence and time with our family. We enjoyed some of the activities in the local down of Waterville. Drove around some of the local villages and local beaches which again is like paradise. Only real advice would be to do a little research about the local additives we arrived the week of kids summer camp and I hadn’t booked kids in so activities where mostly booked up. We got amazing weather though so we where spoilt for choices and beaches. It’s about 10-15min drive to shop 🙈depending on how you drive so if your making a long journey and are able to bring milk and bread do lol after arriving we hadn’t brought milk and bread because the heat we where traveling in so to have to head out again and get milk after driving 6.5hours I felt sick. Look up seasynergy they have amazing activities and cater for all ages.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Arthur B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
We had booked this particular property because it featured a hot tub. However on arrival we were told by a local (not the owner) that the hot tub wasn't working. The owner later emailed me to let us know. This problem was obviously known about before we arrived, but no one told us. Communication with owner was poor - we had to do all the chasing to find out what was happening. On fourth day a man came and put filter back in and scratched his head not knowing what else to do. We were very disappointed that the issue was not resolved while we were there. We received a E100 refund, not even the price of one night's stay, which seemed a little disingenuous. We had booked this particular house because of the hot tub, whereas we could have chosen from many other less expensive properties. It was like booking an equestrian holiday, only to be told when we got there that there were no horses, but the scenery is still lovely. No communication from owner after our stay at all. An appropriate gesture of goodwill would have helped our disappointment. Such a shame because it is a lovely house in a great location - was very clean, if somewhat dated in places, and had everything needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful setting
We stayed for 5 nights with children aged 5-11. We loved the quiet country setting and the kids loved being surrounded by sheep, cows and horses. It was a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Theodore S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely relaxing 3 night stay.
very relaxing. Very warm and cosy on a cold winter night. Nice hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Briege M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
House beautiful, very clean all mod cons supplied. View from house of the mountain landscape is stunning enjoyed very much from hot tub Location quiet and peaceful We will definitely be returning in the future

10/10 Excellent

fred d.

Liked: Cleanliness
fantastic
Great
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

margot h.

beautiful home in the country
Gillian's home is just wonderful! The kitchen is fantastic and has everything you could need. The views are stunning from any window of the home, the beds are very comfy, and sitting in the hot tub at night you can see the stars so brightly. Our stay was great and I hope to return again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Keri R.

Wonderful and peaceful
This is a lovely peaceful cottage to stay in for your trip to Kerry. It is in a great position for exploring the area, for which you will need a car. The kitchen was well equipped although some chipped crockery could do with replacing, and the dining area was comfortable and spacious for eating and for board game playing. The lounge has plenty of seating for a family of 4 although the sofas are not quite as inviting as they look in the photos. They are tired and old and covered with throws. The bedrooms were very comfortable and spacious, but the bathroom shower cubicles could do with a revamp as they are quite blackened with mould in places. Some hand soap at each sink would have been helpful. The views are absolutely breathtaking and the big windows in the lounge area help you to appreciate that even when the weather isn't so good. Relaxing in the hot tub after a day exploring the beautiful county of Kerry is something I'll never forget - its a fabulous way to totally chill out. Again the outside furniture does not look like it does in the photos, its tired and worn, but thats what happens to outside furniture, especially in Ireland! Gillian, the owner who was easily contactable by phone and email, was extremely kind, helpful and informative, before and during our stay. It would have been helpful to have had an easy way to contact the caretaker of the property who lived nearby however, as his visits were often a surprise and made me feel a little on edge for the week. But there were a few minor things that he needed to attend to that don't usually affect the property, it was just our bad luck! All in all, we loved the peace, tranquillity and comfort (and the hot tub!) of this cottage and would definitely recommend it.

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

A wonderful place to stay
We stayed at Gillian's beautiful home for 4 nights. There were 5 adults (two couples and a single) and we were perfectly comfortable in the three bedrooms. The interior of the house is beautiful with all the modern conveniences. Gillian has it perfectly decorated. The kitchen and dining room are state of the art with the best amenities. The bedrooms were big and roomy. The VRBO site only lists one bathroom and we were pleasantly surprised that the master bedroom also has a bathroom with a shower. The big draw was the hot tub. Our family took advantage of that every evening as we were winding down at the end of our day. The views were spectacular especially sitting in the hot tub. Gillian was great to work with and getting into the home worked perfectly. It is secluded and on the interior of the Ring of Kerry road. You cannot see another house from the location but you can hear the sheep. You definitely need a car to stay here. It was a pleasant and relaxing place to stay and our whole family would wholeheartedly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tara F.

Great getaway
Family of four had a great stay. Enjoyed the privacy. Cottage had all the comforts of home. Gillian was very helpful and went out of her way to make sure we were all set. The caretaker John is wonderful and has a sweet soul. Would definitely recommend this place to others and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nicola M.

An amazing stay in a beautiful home and location
Just returned from a stay at Gillian's cottage in Waterville. Received great communication from Gillian from the moment we booked, including directions to find the cottage and information about the local area. The cottage was really spacious and very clean with comfortable furnishings and everything we could have possibly needed. The kitchen was large and well-equipped, the beds were comfy and very large and the DVD's, games and books kept our nephew occupied. We did meet the caretaker and neighbour, John, who kindly recommended places to visit nearby including the Ring of Kerry (highly recommended for beautiful sights)! Gillian also kindly offered us to stay an extra night free of charge, which was a really nice gesture. The hot tub was a real treat after a long day site-seeing. We will definitely be returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

karen B.

Lovely break!
Misty October on Kerry mountains and the hot tub was exactly what needed! Kids really enjoyed it, settled into house like they were at home. Hope to return and would def recommend if it's a break away from life that's required. Thank you for a lovely stay, in a clean, well kept warm house with great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful Kerry
Loved the house, lots of room and well kitted out. The hot tub was a fantastic addition. The views from the property was stunning, with a gorgeous mountain range. Very secluded which was just what we wanted and really fabulous beaches nearby. Kerry is definitely worth a visit, We'll be back to see more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Absolutely stunning!
This house was absolutely gorgeous. It was very close to valentia Island Indy beautiful area with mountains and beaches. The house itself had everything you could ever want or need. The owners were very kind and helpful. Will never forget sitting in the hot tub looking at the mountains and hearing the Sheep nearby.

10/10 Excellent

Jochen g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderschönes Cottage
Alles war genau so wie es in der Beschreibung war. Die zufahrt und diverse details zur unterkunft wurden uns kurz vor reise antritt zugesand. Alles top. Lediglich der defekte whirpool war etwas schade aber wir wurden vorher darüber informiert und haben eine erstatung erhalten.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Petra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Nice House in nice landscape
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christel L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024