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Luxury House on Seafront, with Pool, Sauna, Jacuzzi and Woodlands

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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9.8

Exceptional

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325 sq m

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castletownbere, Cork (county)

About this property

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

Luxury House on Seafront, with Pool, Sauna, Jacuzzi and Woodlands

Seal Cottage is located in a most exclusive part of the Beara peninsula, Waterfall, Castletownbere, West Cork which has a long history. It overlooks a private beach and has spectacular sea views.

On the eastern side of Seal Cottage lies Waterfall House. It was the official residence of the Royal Naval commodore of the Western Approaches squadron, anchored in Berehaven. It was purchased a number of years back by the film director Neil Jordan who spends much of his free time there.

Beside Seal Cottage lies the Hermitage, built just after the Second World War. It was built on the site of a farmstead - Curryglass House, dating back to about 1800. Erskine Hamilton Childers, President of the Irish Republic and son of the IRA man Robert Erskine Childers, stayed in the house periodically with the owners his friends.


Seal Cottage accommodation comprises approx 3,500 sq.ft. briefly:
- entrance hallway
- large utility room with Miele washing machine, dryer, large freezer and storage for household goods. There is an entrance to garage off the utility room.
- Large double bedroom downstairs with walk-in wardrobe and large en-suite with shower, toilet, wash basin and Jacuzzi bath overlooking the lawn and sea. There are also patio doors opening on to a private patio area from the bedroom.
- luxury living room
- fully equipped kitchen
- dining area overlooking the sea and Bere Island
- large conservatory with a range of tropical trees such as banana trees etc.
- upstairs there are two double bedrooms each with en-suite bathrooms
- there is also a very large 'spare' room upstairs which can be used as a visitor room, office, study etc
- there is zoned electric under floor heating in all downstairs areas.

There is a Bose surround sound system which also has the option of being switched on in the conservatory area.
- There is a solar heated swimming pool in the garden which is available for use from 01-Apr to end-Sep depending on weather and a traditional Scandinavian sauna in the woods.
- There is private access to the beach down steps at the eastern side of the site.
- There is a private mooring for a boat.
- the entire site is wooded with a natural walkway through it.
- There is also a stream flowing through part of the woodland which had been used to create a miniature lake.

Property manager

John

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Limo/town car service

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 55 lb per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Heated pool on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 3500 sq ft (325 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 55 lb per pet)

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Europe

Getting around

  • Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) - 165 min drive

Restaurants

  • MacCarthy's Bar - 5 min drive
  • The Tea Room - 6 min drive
  • Breen's Lobster Bar - 5 min drive
  • Causkey - 12 min drive
  • Lynch's On The Pier - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury House on Seafront, with Pool, Sauna, Jacuzzi and Woodlands have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Luxury House on Seafront, with Pool, Sauna, Jacuzzi and Woodlands pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Luxury House on Seafront, with Pool, Sauna, Jacuzzi and Woodlands?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury House on Seafront, with Pool, Sauna, Jacuzzi and Woodlands?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury House on Seafront, with Pool, Sauna, Jacuzzi and Woodlands located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Beara Peninsula and within 3 miles (5 km) of Bantry Bay and Bere Island Heritage Centre. Hungry Hill and Mill Cove Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

Liked: Cleanliness
What Great Experience
We stayed at the cottage for a week and loved the remote, country atmosphere. we were close to town and a few restaurants but based on the time of year a lot was closed. The cottage was amazing and comfortably fit all 8 of us. the owner and caretaker were/ are amazing and checked in regularly to assure we had what was needed and to provide local advice and adventures. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular
Love the location and just wanted to stay at the house. Very special. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

markham h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mark
Spectacular. All the amenities to make you feel at home. Very lovely!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding!!
We have never had so much personal attention from our host via Tomas when checking in and during our stay. Need information about the area? Just ask Tomas, he knows EVERYTHING!!! The house and property exceeded our expectations on all levels. We had a lovely time exploring local sites and dining in town several times. Dinner at Murphys in town was a perfect cap to our week in Castletownbere. The grocery store in town was more than adequate. Make sure to visit Dursey Island via the cable car and treat yourself to a snack of monkfish at the food truck located at the base of the cable car station. Just make sure to schedule some down time so you can enjoy the sauna, the solarium and this beautiful property!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic
We were a group of 8, aged from 50 to 93. The facilities and location were second to none, and we would have no hesitation in returning to this property. As regular renters, this property is up there with the very best. Would thoroughly recommend it to anyone visiting the Beara peninsula.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aoife M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise in Beara
We absolutely loved our week in Seal Cottage.It was everything we hoped and more!!!the pictures as great as they are, do not do it justice.Nestled in private woodlands with your own little beach and amazing views out to the sea and Bere Island. The grounds are immaculate as was the cleanliness of the property.We stayed in the master bedroom and the views from the room and the ensuite were a joy to wake up to.We were in the pool every single day of our week and its gorgeous. We stay at home in Ireland every year for our holidays and have been lucky enough to stay in some amazing properties over the last 15 years all along the West Coast but we all agreed this house is the best yet!!!!Check in and out was simple.Thomas was lovely to deal with and the house had everything you would need -lots of towels,blankets etc and lots of little kitchen basics too which is so handy.To wake up every morning and take a fresh cup of Nespresso coffee out to the patio and hear the sea,seals and peace was just an amazing experience!Can you tell we loved it!!!we hope to be lucky enough to stay in Seal Cottage again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect relaxing break
We have just returned from our break at seal cottage. What a beautiful place! Our stay was so relaxing and enjoyable. The house really is first class. We loved the sauna in the woods, it was easy to use and took around 30 mins to heat up. Having read previous reviews we bought wetsuits for the pool and we were glad we did as it was very cold, but perfect for what we were looking for. The house is situated on a rocky cove and we saw seals playing on the rocks in the evenings. The conservatory was perfect for relaxing and is quite unique with its selection of plants. The pictures don’t do this house justice, it is just beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hashim Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Cottage
Seal’s Cottage is one of the most beautiful places I have ever stayed in. The setting is unbelievably gorgeous and comfortable, tucked away in a beautiful part of the Beara peninsula. The amenities outside the Cottage are plentiful and human-size. The Cottage itself is designed with refined taste, and generously equipped with utilities that are extremely easy to operate. John has been a great host, responding quickly to our inquiries, and effectively referred us to a reliable agent for an extra specialized service that we required. Seal’s Cottage will always be among the few top candidate locations for my next vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Cork
We had a wonderful week - super relaxing. The house was lovely and had a stunning outlook over the bay - where we saw seals basking on the rocks. It has everything you need - a great BBQ, super wood-fired sauna, great Wi-Fi, a “cinema room” for when the Wild Atlantic weather intervenes and within easy driving distance across some of the best scenery in Ireland to Kenmare, Killarney and other places. Castletown Bere is a few KMs away with very good supermarkets and some lovely restaurants (Breen’s was super, with great seafood chowder). Communication from the owner was very good, and we were welcomed at the house by the lovely Tomas who gave us lots of useful tips for our week. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fintan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We had a great time at Seal Cottage. Wonderful surroundings, a super pool, fantastic sauna and plenty of space for a relaxing week. Should have booked for two weeks!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022