Nestled between mountains and the sea, Annie's Cottage offers a tranquil retreat on the 'Ring of Kerry' 'Wild Atlantic Way' and the ‘Dark Sky Reserve’. This charming Traditional Irish cottage features a cosy sitting room with an oil stove, a well-equipped kitchen, and a sun-room/dining-room. With central heating throughout and electric blankets on beds for winter comfort.
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
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Kitchen
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Parking available
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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.
Traditional Irish Cottage
NB** (Bookings available for minimum of a week Friday - Friday only. Check in 6pm - check out 10am). This Traditional Irish cottage is situated on the 'Ring of Kerry' 'Wild Atlantic Way' and the ‘Dark Sky Reserve’. It is nestled between mountains on one side, and the sea on the other. It was built in 1917, and was occupied until 1995 by a lady called Annie O''Leary, this is why it’s called 'Annie's Cottage'. In 1997 the interior of the cottage was modified somewhat to optimise space and light and incorporate necessities such as a shower and toilet, kitchen etc. It was superbly designed and retained all the charm and character of the traditional cottage, eg beams on the ceilings downstairs & sloping ceilings upstairs. The exterior has all its original stone. The cottage is tastefully decorated & furnishings etc are of a very high standard. There is central heating throughout, & electric blankets (heated) on the beds. This is for the comfort of winter visitors.
Downstairs: There is a cosy sitting room with an oil stove and TV. Kitchen: is very well equipped, and has everything you’ll need to exercise your culinary skills during your holiday. Next to the kitchen is a sun-room/dining-room which has a solid fuel stove. (Briquettes and coal can be purchased in Sneem village). From the sunroom you go on to a patio and secure garden. Relax looking out at nature, or have a BBQ, in the privacy of these tranquil surroundings or maybe read your favourite book.
Upstairs: A toilet and hand basin, and a separate shower.
Sleeping accommodation in this beautiful cottage comprises of two double bedrooms (one double bed in each room) sleeps four people. All rooms have original sloping ceilings.
'Annie's Cottage' is an ideal location for touring & exploring the south west of Ireland. The breathtaking scenery of the Ring of Kerry, Beara peninsula, Dingle peninsula & Killarney can all be savoured on a day trip from your accommodation. When you step outside the door of the cottage you can breathe the freshness & the different fragrances of the countryside. For the walking enthusiast, you can enjoy the famous ‘Kerry Way’ which is accessible from the cottage. This rugged mountainous route have some spectacular views of south west Kerry, the Atlantic Ocean and West Cork. Staigue Fort, is just a few miles from the cottage and is the finest example of a stone ringfort in Ireland. It is thought to be more than 2500 years old. Another 'must visit' is Sceilig Michael, where Star Wars was filmed. **(NB)To avoid disappointment, boat trips to land on Sceillig Michael have to be booked well in advance of your holiday date. There are also boat trips which circle the island - they don’t land the visitors. A Coral Beach’ is just a short distance from the cottage. It is one of only two such beaches in Ireland. There are also three beautiful sandy beaches nearby. (There is information about where is safe to swim etc in the cottage)
Rock fishing, lake, & sea fishing, Golf, horse riding can all be enjoyed locally. Whatever your interest, the choice in this locality is endless.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
0.5 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Separate dining area
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching 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)
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 not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Sneem, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Staigue Fort and Derrynane House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Parknasilla Golf Club and Blackwater Stables. Blueberry Hill Farm and Derreen Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding. Visit our Sneem travel guide
What time is check-in at Traditional Irish Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Where is Traditional Irish Cottage located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps from Sneem Church and The Way the Fairies Went. Blueberry Hill Farm and Parknasilla Golf Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Traditional Irish Cottage Reviews
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6/10 Okay
Christian H.
2 September 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication
Stay
Evelyn and her husband are absolutely warm people. The welcome was just as friendly as were the tips for exploring the area. The weather was typically Irish. We were still able to do a lot.
The cottage is as described. Nice touch is that the family history of the last Irish inhabitant is shown on the wall. Living and kitchen are rather dark. Conservatory is really nice and light. Local roads are narrow and winding so max speed of 80 or 100 km/hr cannot be reached. Hence supermarket (Kenmare) is 45-60 min drive depending on traffic. Supply of towels is rather limited: 1 bath towel per person for a 4 night stay.
We had a lovely time and enjoyed the surrounding area. Evelyn & Dennis were very welcoming and friendly and it was nice to meet them, we really enjoyed our stay in Annie's Cottage.
Sharon M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ruediger S.
31 July 2018
Great!
We enjoyed the lovely house and the friendly Mrs. Breen.
Very cosy feel away from tourist crowds. liked that it was in the middle of the Ring of Kerry drive, 2 beaches close by - our favourite was OCaroll's cove as suggested by Evelyn. Evelyn and her husband were very welcoming and accommodating. Enjoyed our stay. Wished we could have spent more time. We will surely visit again
Annabel D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
Stefanie L.
8 August 2024
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Geht so
Die Bilder stimmen leider nicht mit der aktuellen Einrichtung überein, das Bad ist sehr klein und sehr eng und das Haus liegt alles andere als zentral. Es ist nicht sauber und riecht muffig.Auch das Meer ist nicht fussläufig zu erreichen. Wir haben aber das Beste draus gemacht
Schönes traditionelles Cottage. Gute Lage, direkt am Ring of Kerry, ideal zum erkunden der Kerry Halbinsel. Haus sehr gut ausgestattet. Sehr nette Vermieterin Evelyn, die jederzeit zur Verfügung steht bei Fragen etc. Hatten eine schöne Woche dort verbracht und die Zeit sehr genossen.
Ein wunderschönes Cottage direkt am Ring of Kerry gelegen. Ca. 7km von Hauptort Sneem entfernt. Ideale Lage, um die Kerry-Halbinsel zu erkunden.
Das Cottage ist mit allem ausgestattet was man braucht. Die Vermieterin ist sehr gastfreundlich und bei Fragen und Problemen jederzeit ansprechbar.
Wir haben unsere Ferienzeit dort sehr genossen.
Das Ferienhaus und seine Beschreibung hat genau gepasst und wir haben uns sofort sehr wohl gefühlt. Es ist ein schönes kleines irisches Cottage mit einer heimeligen Atmosphäre, bei dem alle wichtigen Dinge da waren. Auch die Natur einschließlich der Kühe auf dem Nachbargrundstück haben uns sehr gefallen. Die Vermieterin und ihr Ehemann kümmerten sich sehr gut und sofort bei Fragen unsererseits. Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen, empfehlen es sehr gerne weiter und kommen auch gern wieder.
This cottage is located in a beautiful quiet area but is still only a 10 minute drive to Sneem where some really good restaurants can be found. From the cottage there is a lovely walk to a pier and a little coral beach so beautiful.
Evelyn and Danny were great host's and were always available if needed. A really enjoyable week with wonderful scenery,sunshine and great hospitality.
Perfect location to explore Ring of Kerry. Short drive from Sneem, Caherdaniel, Derrynane beach etc. Pier at end of road great for swimming. Evelyn and Dan were the perfect hosts and couldn't do enough for us. It was a pleasure to meet them and they made us truly feel at home, nothing was too much trouble. The house is an old Irish cottage and is exactly as seen in the pictures. We arrived home feeling totally refreshed. Hope to return some day.
We had a wonderful stay at Annie's Cottage. Evelyn was a friendly, kind and generous host, who was only ever a text message away. The cottage is quiet, calm and in a beautiful countryside location. We swam most days at the nearby pier, a 10minutes drive to the end of the road. The town is a 15minute drive away, which has plenty of places to enjoy a meal or a drink. Would 100% recommend this cottage.
The landlady is a really welcoming and helpful person and the cottage itself is really cozy, beautiful and typically Irish which made us feel really comfortable
Christine P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Norbert L.
7 July 2018
Hat mir sehr gut gefallen
Sehr schönes, bequem ausgestattetes Cotage, nahe am Ring pf Kerry und totzdem ruhig gelegen. Gute Basis für Ausflügein die Umgebung. Sehr nette Vermieter, jederzeit um den Gast bemüht.
Norbert L.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Adriano M.
17 June 2018
Liebevoll gestaltetes Cottage
Ruhiges, sauberes und gemütliches Cottage. Küche bietet alles, was man braucht. In den Betten kann man sehr gut schlafen. Das Häuschen riecht nicht modrig oder feucht. Sehr schön und liebevoll renoviert und man fühlt sich gleich wie Zuhause. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten mit dem Auto schnell erreicht.
Adriano M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Günther N.
20 June 2017
Quiet place for exceptional surroundings
We loved the cottage, the well equipped kitchen, the heating in beds, the oven in the lobby and at all the "wintergarden".
Thanks to Evelyn