"THE Barn" and "The Loft "are 19th Century stone barns set on a family run dairy farm in a tranquil rural setting. They have been tastefully restored and transformed into modern comfortable homes while still retaining many of their original features, i.e. exposed stone walls, wooden flooring, timber panelled ceiling and a wood burning stove. They have been fitted with all modern conveniences
Accommodation includes 2 en-suite bedrooms which sleep up to 5 people, plus a cot. There is a large kitchen/living area with a modern fully-fitted kitchen that contains a cooker, microwave and fridge. A welcome pack is provided on arrival.
Outdoors there are large mature gardens with lawns, shrubs and tall trees, with a panoramic view of the countryside. There is ample parking for cars.
Children are especially welcome and will enjoy the fresh air, freedom and space that a farming environment has to offer, and a safe children's playground will keep them busy for hours. Baby-sitters are available and baby equipment can be supplied on request.
Kinsale: This ancient sea faring town is just 6 miles away, with its narrow winding streets and colourful shopfronts. Now known as the Gourmet Capital of Ireland, it boasts some of the finest restaurants in the country with menus and prices to suit all tastes and pockets. Its pubs are also well known, many having music throughout the year. Charles Fort, Desmond Castle and St. Multose church are historic buildings in the town and there are guided tours in the summer season, scenic harbour cruises are available daily on a luxury vessel "Spirit of Kinsale".
Facilities for this holiday cottage in Kinsale, South West
Property
Type:
Cottage
Nearest Airport:
Cork - 7 miles
Nearest Bar/Pub:
Rising Sun - 1.5 miles
Nearest Restaurant:
Bawnleigh House - 1.5 miles
Location Type:
Fishing Nearby, Golfing, Horse Riding, Near the sea, Quiet, Rural/Village, Town, Watersports
Real Fire, Central Heating, House Linen, Towels Provided.
Dining:
Seating for 6.
Entertainment:
Terrestrial TV, Video, Radio, Board Games.
Outside:
Garden, BBQ, Balcony, Garden Furniture.
Suitability:
Children Welcome.
Local activities in and around Kinsale, South West
Golf: The beautiful new parkland course at Farrangalway is just a 5 minute drive, while within a 30 minute drive you have some of Ireland's best courses such as: The Old Head, Cork Golf Club; Harbour Point; Lee Valley Muskerry Golf Club, Bandon Golf club and Fota Island which hosts the Murphy's Irish Open in 2002.
Beach: The Dock is a small safe beach just outside Kinsale. Garretstown is a 25 minute drive, and beaches in West Cork, i.e. Inchadoney and Owenahincha are well worth a visit.
Water Sports: The Oysterhaven centre, 10 miles, caters for every level and age group with a variety of water sports including kayaking, wind-surfing and sailing; while the Outdoor Education Centre in Kinsale caters for adventure sports like canoeing, archery, absailing and rock-climbing.
Pony Trekking: Follyfoot Riding Farm is just 1 mile away and a qualified instructor is available for lessons. Quadbike and Paintball games are available locally 5 miles.
Fishing: Deep sea fishing can be arranged from Kinsale, boat hire is also available.
Rental rates for this cottage
Price Per Week
Quoted In
Approximately equivalent to
Euro
UK Pound
US Dollar
Low Season Rate From:
€375.00
£297.62
$482.14
High Season Rate From:
€525.00
£416.67
$675.00
Rental Notes: TERMS & CONDITIONS 1 Booking will only be confirmed on receipt of 100 Euro damage deposit. 2 Payment in full to be paid on arrival. 3 Premises must be vacated by 11:00am on morning of departure. 4 Arrival time no earlier than 3:00 pm. 5 The property must be left in the condition in which it is found. 6 The damage deposit will be refunded on departure following an inspection. Electricity charged for at Meter Reading.
Guestbook
"22/11/04.
We loved The Loft, the best self catering we have stayed in, in Ireland. Thank you for the scones, a delicious treat. We return to S.Africa with happy memories of your beautiful corner of Ireland.
" - Nick. Jean, Jonathan, Richard & Amy
"Five minutes after arrival I said " do I really have to leave after a week " This splended house, the friendliness and hospitatily of Michael & Eileen. Everything we enjoyed so much. Jenne especially enjoyed being a cowboy and helping with the cows." - Kees, Geertrui & Jenne Barend
"Thank you all for such a wonderful holiday, we could not imagine a better place to stay, espicially with Eden. He will miss the farm, the animals but most of all Michael & Rachel. Thank you so much for playing with him and keeping him so happy." - Krishina Jason & Eden London
"Thank you for your hospitality which completed a very special holiday for us. The Loft is like home from home, so well equiped. Ideak for visiting Kinsale & Cork. Thanks to Michael & Rachel for theis endless patience with Ella, & to "Pepper" her new " - Paul, Laraine & Ella Kent
Availability of Copper Beech Farm
This property is normally available
for rent between January
and December each year.
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Owner joined site on:
17 September 2005
Property listed since:
20 October 2005
Holiday Cottage in ireland - South West - Cork - Kinsale
