Self-Catering Holiday Homes - Living the Sheep's Head Way

The Artists’ Cottage & Studio

March 18, 2016 by Dunmanus

LAHARANDOTA, the Artists’ Cottage & Studio, is a luxury holiday home nestled on the hillside of the Sheep’s Head peninsula

The Artists’ Cottage is surrounded by a large, private garden with wonderful sea views, and it features a stream, pond, and small outdoor pool. A lovely barbeque and patio area is equipped with garden furniture. Inside there are three bedrooms (a double, twin, and a single), downstairs loo, family bathroom, en suite shower room, open-plan kitchen/living room, study with sofa bed, and sun room.

This exquisite luxury West Cork holiday home is an architect-restored traditional cottage made from stone, slate, and timber in keeping with its rugged natural setting. The farmhouse loft adjacent to the cottage has been renovated to form the studio and it can be booked to provide additional self-contained accommodation for up to 4 guests.

The stunning Sheep’s Head peninsula is set between Bantry and Dunmanus bays, and the cottage has wonderful views over Dunmanus Bay and the neighbouring Mizen peninsula.

From the stony heights of Seefin Mountain to rolling pastures and sea cliffs, the peninsula offers great land- and seascapes. Laharandota is just 2 miles from the southern end of the peninsula, and there the Sheep’s Head Lighthouse clings to its jagged tip, 400 feet above the surf. Take a moment to soak in the balmy (yes, balmy!) breezes: the Gulf Stream nips Ireland along this coast, explaining the presence of palm trees in the cottage’s garden.

Local Walking Trails and Activities

Stroll down the lane from the cottage directly onto the Sheep’s Head Way, one of Ireland’s 31 waymarked ways (marked trails). The peninsula’s natural wild beauty makes its 88km trail an exhilerating challenge for all keen walkers.

There are wonderful loop walks all around the area, and riding, cycling, sailing, kayaking, shore fishing, and food tours are all available close by too. On a quieter day, you’ll enjoy discovering the wonderful galleries and craft workshops that feature in the local craft trail.

You’ll enjoy a wonderful holiday when you spend time at the Artists’ Cottage, and, like many of our visitors, you’ll be tempted to return year after year!

Fáilte Ireland Rating:	Welcome Standard [new Fáilte Ireland accommodation standard]
Owner:	Julie Fitzgerald Vitelli
Phone:	+44 (0)7734 663589
Email:	[email protected]
Website:	http://www.theartistscottage.com
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TripAdvisor Reviews:	Yes
Location:	Near Kilcrohane, Sheep's Head peninsula, Co. Cork
Rates:	See rates schedule
Electricity	Rates inclusive of fuel, heating, bedding, towels & Irish VAT
Facebook:	Yes
Twitter:	@Artists_Cottage

Sheep’s Head Holiday Homes

August 31, 2015 by Dunmanus

The Sheep’s Head Holiday Homes are set in Durrus, at the junction of the Sheep’s Head peninsula and the Mizen peninsula: ideally situated for a family holiday in West Cork

The charming development has a pleasant little stream running at its edge and is less than 100m from the village’s shops, pubs and cafés. You’re within easy reach here of the Sheep’s Head Way walking route and the beaches on the Mizen peninsula.

Pony-trekking, sailing, kayaking and bike hire are all on offer nearby, so it’s easy to make sure that everyone in your party has a holiday to remember.

Each of the Sheep’s Head Holiday Homes has a living room with gas fire and double doors that lead to the open-plan dining/kitchen area. There are also French doors that open out onto a patio area with outdoor furniture. The first floor contains one double en suite bedroom, a twin-bedded room, and a single bedroom. The main bathroom has a shower over the bath.

While staying at Sheep’s Head Holiday Homes, guests can visit the historic harbour town of Bantry, less than a 15-minute drive from the development. The town is home to historic Bantry House, craft shops, restaurants and traditional pubs together with a seafront promenade overlooking the bay. During the summer months, there are regular boat trips from the harbour that take visitors out to Whiddy Island and Garnish Island. This island is internationally renowned for its wide selection of plants and Italian gardens. Boats also go to the lovely Sherkin Island which has three sandy beaches and bicycle hire available.

Fáilte Ireland Rating:	4 Star
Phone:	00 353 (0)86 359 8875 [Mobile]
Email:	[email protected]
Website:	http://sheepsheadholidayhomes.ie/
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TripAdvisor Reviews:	No
Location:	Durrus
Rates:	See website for details.

Tíg na Fáilte Holiday Home

March 17, 2015 by Dunmanus

Tíg na Fáilte is a comfortable and welcoming holiday home on West Cork’s stunning Sheep’s Head peninsula.

This lovely Irish holiday home on West Cork’s Sheep’s Head peninsula offers wonderful views of Dunmanus Bay from the living room, kitchen and all three bedrooms. The master bedroom with double bed and en-suite, is on the first floor, while the other two double bedrooms are on the ground floor.

The main living room, opening off the kitchen/dining room, has 2 couches, an armchair and an open fireplace. It also features a TV and DVD player, music system and well stocked book shelves with local guides and maps.

A second ground floor room is stocked with toys and games. The house has WiFi access. The kitchen is equipped with facilities for the adventurous cook and is laid out for ease of use, with dishwasher beside the sink. A sliding door gives access to the patio from the living room. A barbecue and set of garden furniture are on the patio, overlooking the bay.

The adjacent garden to the side of the property has swings and a slide for children. Hedging along the lane guarantees privacy. The area abounds in activities such as swimming, fishing, hill walking and horse riding.

This holiday home gives you easy access to the incredible beauty spots of West Cork and Kerry.

Fáilte Ireland Rating:	4 Star
Owner:	Máire ní Mhurchú
Phone:	00 353 (0)87 412 9698
Email:	[email protected]
Website:	http://www.dunmanuscottage.ie

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TripAdvisor Reviews:	No
Location:	Durrus, Sheep's Head peninsula, Co. Cork
Rates:	See website for details.
Electricity	Metered (additional cost)
Facebook:	Yes

Trá Ruaim Loft – Holiday Apartment

February 18, 2015 by Dunmanus

Trá Ruaim Loft, is a traditional stone-built farm loft on West Cork’s Sheep’s Head peninsula, which has been converted into a one-bedroom holiday apartment.

There are sea views over Dunmanus Bay and the Mizen peninsula. The kitchen/living area opens onto a spacious raised deck built around the trunk of a sycamore tree with steps descending to a traditional orchard.

This cosy holiday apartment is located on the scenic and unspoilt Sheep’s Head peninsula, renowned for its award-winning walks and cycle routes. Five minutes’ drive from Kilcrohane village, and 30 minutes from the bustling market town of Bantry, it is situated on the Shee’ps Head Way walking route, just five minutes walk from the Black Gate Trailhead (the starting point for 3 colour-coded loop walks). It is adjacent to a dairy farm yard, and from the deck you can enjoy all the sights and sounds of a family-run Irish farm. Wake up to the sound of a cock crowing!

The loft has been newly-renovated to a high standard, but it retains its traditional style. Old stone steps lead up to the main loft door entrance with its stone walls and timber roof trusses overhead.

The old stonewalls both inside and outside have been kept in their original state. The old timber floor planks and high ceilings helps retain a rustic feel.

The apartment comprises a bedroom and an open-plan kitchen/living room with double glass doors opening onto a deck with stunning views out over Dunmanus Bay and the West Cork countryside. The kitchen has sea views looking over Dunmanus Bay onto Carbery Island and Mount Gabriel in the distance.

The laundry/drying room is located on the ground floor and there is separate storage space for bikes, fishing equipment or hiking gear. The laundry has a dryer/washing machine and sink with a drying room which has been laid out with timber shelving and hanging space for coats/boots – perfect for walking enthusiasts.

The bedroom has an en suite toilet, shower and wash basin. The bedroom with its high raised ceiling carried by the original timber beams has views again out over the traditional orchard & Dunmanus bay. This room has a double bed & single bed so can cater for couples or two individuals as required.

The spacious deck area is built around the trunk of a sycamore tree with steps descending to the orchard. It’s the perfect place to enjoy a meal on a summer’s evening, watch the fishing & sailing boats go by and see the dairy herd come home for milking.

Fáilte Ireland Rating:	3 Star
Owner:	Claire O'Mahony
Phone:	+353 (0)27 67007 / (mob) +353 (0)86 309 2942
Email:	[email protected]
Website:	http://www.sheepsheadaccommodation.com/site/index.php/tra-ruaim-loft


TripAdvisor Reviews:
Location:	Kilcrohane, Sheep's Head peninsula, Co. Cork
Rates:
Electricity:	Oil and electricity charged by meter reading
Facebook:	Yes

Mason’s Cottage

February 18, 2015 by Dunmanus

Mason’s Cottage is a spectacular holiday home with sea views, located on its own private landscaped grounds just outside Kilcrohane on the Sheep’s Head peninsula.

This is a bright sunny welcoming holiday base, perfect for families, and tastefully furnished to a very high standard. Two miles from Kilcrohane village, and sixteen miles from the bustling market town of Bantry, the house gives you easy access to the peninsula’s award-winning walks and cycling routes.

From the entrance hall, the open plan split-level dining/living room with its triangular window steps down to dramatically reveal what is surely one of the finest sea views in Ireland, stretching across Dunmanus Bay to the open Atlantic Ocean. The kitchen has sea views looking onto the garden.

The three bedrooms and two bathrooms, are all on the same level. One bedroom has a king-size bed and en suite bathroom with shower; a double bedroom has a sea view, and there is also a single bedroom.

The cottage has a family bathroom with bath and shower. The patio area overlooks the garden & sea views is perfect when you want to enjoy a BBQ on a summer’s evening.

The area has plenty to offer. The peninsula is dotted with secluded little beaches. Golf, fishing, diving, walking, cycling, public tennis courts, a children’s playground, boat trips, horse riding and traditional music sessions are all available nearby.

This is a great destination for couples and families, and Mason’s Cottage is an ideal base for touring West Cork’s towns and villages.

The Sheep’s Head peninsula, having won the Eden Award as a “European Destination of Excellence” is the perfect place to take a walking holiday. It offers a huge variety of terrain with breathtaking views; many long and short loop walks are available.

The area is rich in heritage and prehistoric sites. The peninsula also offers excellent touring by car. Have a pint in one of the local pubs, or just enjoy the peace and tranquility in this stunning location.

Kilcrohane is the last village on the Sheep’s Head peninsula and is reached by a coastal drive along Dunmanus Bay. It is a pretty village with two pubs, a shop, a post office, restaurants and a church. During the summer months the village has a wine bar which hosts a number of local talented musicians.

The area is a European designated conservation area, so whether you’re whale and dolphin watching, or viewing the protected habitat of Chough and Peregrine Falcons, there’s a multitude of wildlife to be found.

Rates: From €400 per week.

To book, contact Claire on [email protected]

Fáilte Ireland Rating:	3 Star
Owner:	Claire O'Mahony
Phone:	+353 (0)27 67007 / (mob) +353 (0)86 309 2942
Email:	[email protected]
Website:	http://www.sheepsheadaccommodation.com/site/index.php/tra-ruaim-loft


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Location:	Kilcrohane, Sheep's Head peninsula, Co. Cork
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Electricity:	Oil and electricity charged by meter reading
Facebook:	Yes

Pinewood Cottage

December 28, 2014 by Dunmanus

Pinewood Cottage is a 300-year-old traditional cottage that has been totally refurbished and now serves as a cosy and inviting self-catering home

It is hidden in a quiet area near Bantry, County Cork and sits on its own grounds with a mature garden with a large lawn and beautiful views of Dunmanus Bay.

The cottage’s interior is tastefully decorated and furnished. The kitchen features modern conveniences such as microwave, dishwasher and washer/dryer. There is a large dining table so guests can enjoy meals with friends and family. Meanwhile the sitting room features a TV and open fire that invites relaxation at the end of a busy day.

There are three bedrooms (one double and two twins), all of which are bright with ample storage. One of the bedrooms is downstairs. The beds come with high quality bed linen free of charge.

West Cork is an ideal destination for nature lovers, with walking on the Sheep’s Head Way, fishing for brown trout at Farranamanagh Lake and water sports along the coast. The cottage is just 1 kilometre from the picturesque village of Kilcrohane, home to a shop, restaurants and quaint old pubs. Visitors can also tour the ring of the Sheep’s Head peninsula, with its spectacular views, and historical and megalithic sites.

There’s also something here for avid golfers, as Bantry hosts an 18-hole golf course.

Fáilte Ireland Rating:	3 Star
Owner:	John Tobin
Location:	Faranamanagh, Kilcrohane, Sheep's Head peninsula, Co. Cork
Phone:	00 353 (0)27 61224 00 353 (0)87 121 4153
Rates:	Contact Owner
Email:	[email protected]
Website:	http://www.pinewoodcottage.com
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TripAdvisor Reviews:	Yes