Rock Cottage Country House, nestled in the grounds of an 18th-century Georgian Hunting Lodge, invites you to unwind amidst nature. Explore the surrounding hills and enjoy a 360-degree view from the top, visit our friendly animals including hens and ponies or simply stroll through our beautiful gardens. Schull village is just a short drive away with its charming boutiques and art galleries.
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Exceptional
Entire chalet
1 bedroomSleeps 216 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
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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.
The Chalet, Schull
A small cosy Chalet set in the grounds of an 18th century Georgian Hunting Lodge. Rock Cottage Country House is situated on The Wild Atlantic Way and is an ideal spot for exploring West Cork Schull is just a 10 minute drive away with numerous boutiques, pubs and restaurants, art galleries, library and good food shops plus a weekly market on Sundays. We are also only ten minutes for the villages of Goleen and Durrus. Also near by is The Mizen Head with numerous beaches including one of Ireland's finest, Barley Cove. Guests will love being surrounded by nature and all our beautiful animals including hens, ducks, ponies and a donkey. We are also dog friendly and have two golden retrievers. Also available is The Stables. https://www.homeaway.co.uk/p72453?uni_id=3971245. & The Cottage https://www.homeaway.co.uk/p72453?uni_id=57356
Outside guests can roam around the 17 acres of grounds, hillside and visit the animals. From the top of the hill there is a bench where guest can sit and enjoy the 360 degree view over the hills and Mount Gabriel.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Electric car charging station on site
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Kitchenette
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Bicycles
Kayak
Tennis
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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 required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Barnatonicane, this chalet is in a rural area and by the sea. Cape Clear Heritage Centre and Bere Island Heritage Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include St. Brendan the Navigator and Three Castles Head. Whyte Bookshop and Schull Planetarium are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking nearby. Visit our Barnatonicane travel guide
Yes, this chalet allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Chalet, Schull?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Chalet, Schull?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Chalet, Schull located?
Situated by the sea, this chalet is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Dunmanus Bay and within 9 mi (15 km) of Whyte Bookshop and Schull Harbour. Schull Planetarium and Crookhaven Lighthouse are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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The Chalet, Schull Reviews
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A perfect spot for long or short walks and brilliant for me as I was catching up on some creative work which was completed in the calm and peaceful surroundings of West Cork
Luxury cabin in the grounds of a country house. We were made very welcome by our hosts. Excellent bathroom with really hot water and a well equipped kitchen. Outside we could walk all over with our dog and it was great to climb to the top, have a drink sitting on the bench admiring the stunning
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Cottage was perfect for a couple. Hosts were super friendly. Most importantly Saffron and Elsa, the welcoming dogs were a delight. The horses and donkey also make this a special experience.
Very cute little chalet in a wonderful garden. The host was very nice and helpful. The surrounding is very attractive but you need a car to go places. Beautiful Barley Cove Beach is roughly 20 min drive. Don’t miss the short hike to Three Castle Head.
We loved our stay in the chalet. It was idyllic. Jackie and Jonathan were great hosts, there when we needed them but never intrusive. The chalet had everything we needed and more. Sitting having breakfast in the company of the donkeys was our piece of heaven. We couldn't recommend Rock Cottage more strongly.
The location needs more than 5 stars. A beautifully quiet place with bluebells everywhere. Extensive paths through the grounds where the dog could run free. A peaceful and stress free time.
Jackie and Jonathan were friendly and helpful but never intrusive.
We had a fantastic break. Jackie was was a friendly and helpful host. We were free to explore the extensive grounds- the views are spectacular, especially at sunset. The chalet is lovely. Very comfortable with everything as pictured. A little slice of paradise! We were visited regularly by Elsa and Saffron the dogs and enjoyed our evening strolls to visit the ponies and donkey. The surrounding area is stunning - there is so much to see and do. We enjoyed daily sea swims and exploring the coastline. We can't recommend this place highly enough!
It’s magic, really, we didn’t wanted to leave because there is just so much more to explore; J&J have such a wonderful way of making sure u feel at ease…the ponies and the donkey and the dogs and the chickens and the ducks and then the hares are just rounding it up so u spent ur time in the best company- even if u are just staying put at rockcottage. And the countryside is just amazing, the coast is just around the corner and u stay just a short drive away from all these beautiful and vivid villages…we couldn’t have wish for more. Thanks a million for having us
Bianca M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
keary o.
12 September 2018
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I loved my 'glamping' experience. I feel at home on the property and John was the perfect host. Everyone I encountered made me feel so welcomed. Serendipitously, my visit coincided with the West Cork Food Festival. What a great experience to participate in events that bring together all of West Cork's communities. I was able to find plenty of vegan/vegetarian food options. Highlights of my first week include the Ewe Experience and Two Green Shoots, Sheep's Head lighthouse, Heritage Museum in Skibbereen and Organico in Bantry. Spinning classes with Daniel and Linda from Daniel Martin fitness were really good, and yoga with Bella was super relaxing. On to my second week...and more events to write about. Such a beautiful part of the world. I am so lucky!
Parfait pour un séjour court en couple, voire plus long si on ”bouge” beaucoup. Une région à découvrir, des hôtes adorables et hyper réactifs, (prêts à se mettre en quatre pour palier vos erreurs), des petites attentions dénotent un réel sens de l’hospitalité : petit dejeuner à l’arrivée, bouquet frais sur la table. Un cadre tranquille, des fonctionnalités claires. Recommandable en tous points.
Angenehme Leute, schöne Landschaft rauhe Felsen, ländliche Gegend, Wanderungen an der Küste mit bemerkenswerten Aussichten, Orte mindestens 20 min mit dem Auto zu erreichen, 2 Ponys und ein Esel direkt neben dem Ferienhaus, Ferienhaus 16m², Badestrand im Sommer 20 km entfernt
We had a lovely stay in this cottage. The property is beautiful and has loads to explore. There are walks with stunning views and lots of friendly animals. We found the cottage had plenty of amenities for our stay, but the best part is how easy it is to explore the area from here. I would recommend the cottage for a couple, but probably not a family as it would be a bit small for more than 2 people. We'd definitely like to visit again.
Mooie locatie en omgeving. Gastvrije en behulpzame eigenaren, zonder opdringerig te zijn. Fijne, schone accommodatie met goede voorzieningen (bv. scherpe messen komen we zelden tegen). Alleen het bed liet wat te wensen over. Al met al een zeer plezierig verblijf.
We had a great week staying at Rock Cottage, the setting is beautiful the grounds are stunning and spacious. The chalet itself is hidden away with a private patio and resident ponies over the fence. The chalet is well kitted out with super kitchen and great shower, comfy bed and tv (we didn't use it). Lovely touch with the flowers and free eggs as a welcome. Will certainly recommend to others, we loved it
The chalet is very compact. It took some discipline and organisation to make our stay comfortable. The bed is very comfortable and the shower and bathroom are very good. It would benefit from additional storage, even some shelves or coat/clothes hooks. It was, of course, great value for money.
Joe D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
17 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place and super hosts, would highly recommend
Very friendly reception. Everything catered for by Jacqueline and Jonathan. The location was perfect for us to relax and enjoy our short stay. The cottage and grounds are fabulous with very friendly animals (dogs, donkeys and ponies). Will definitely return.
This was our first experience at Glamping. We arrived with open minds ready to make-do no matter. Our experience was just amazing. It became for us an enchanting oasis in an area of West Cork with which we were unfamiliar. We couldn’t have selected a better location. It was central to all. A magnificent compact dwelling, artistically furnished with a delicate, yet tasteful awareness of all that is beautiful in nature. Thank you Jacqueline for our most memorable trip to Schull and surrounds. We loved every moment.
The property was spotless and very comfortable. The hosts were wonderful and welcoming. The animal hosts Saffron and Elsa are also very welcoming and friendly. Truly a beautiful place surrounded by great scenery and lots of places to explore within a 30 minute drive.
Absolutely beautiful spot! Friendly , warm hosts. Lovely garden and trails. Fully equipped and comfortable coziness. I would highly recommend this spot.
Lovely little chalet surrounded by nature. If you are looking for some peace and quiet it is the perfect place for you. The chalet is compact but perfect for a couple.