My fiancee and I just returned from an incredible trip to Ireland. The trip featured two unforgettable experiences. First, I proposed to my girlfriend and she said "Yes!". The second was our stay at the Desmond House B&B. The accomodations were first rate and in a perfect location to enjoy all Kinsale has to offer. Literally, the downtown area with... more

We followed the directions into Kinsale off of the Desmond House website with almost no problems, when we were to turn onto Market St., the road was closed because they were putting in underground piping for tide control. We drove around and couldn't figure out how to get there so we parked our car asked for directions and walked to... more

Desmond House B&B was fabulous and far exceeded our expectations. Michael and Anne made us feel so welcome from the moment we arrived. Every need was catered for, from our luxuriously spacious bedroom, with huge en-suit, (loved the Jacuzzi!) to a breakfast fit for a king. Michael's knowledge on the history and area of Kinsale is vast, which proved to... more

Desmond house is a wonderful accommodation in beautiful Kinsale. Michael was a very gracious host and very helpful in offering suggestions on where to eat and what to do. His recommendation for the Historical Walk was one of the highlights of our stay. If you're in Kinsale it's a must do. Our room was so spacious and had a huge... more

We stayed at Desmond House this past August (2007) for 5 nights. The hospitality was exceptional. Michael's recommendations for dining, activities and day trips were all delightful and tailored to our interests. We liked a restaurant he recommended so much, Jola's, that we ate there 3 times! The room was lovely, the bed large and very comfortable, and the bathroom!... more

My wife and I stayed at The Desmond House on October 14th-15th. I can't say enough about the room, the food and the service. Michael was also very good with suggestions for our visit. This was my third trip to Ireland and first time in Kinsale. I will certainly plan time in Kinsale at The Desmond House on any future... more

what a beautiful location and home set in a unique town with a great maritine history.gret big rooms and food with a nice relaxed athmosphere.kinsale would be a town of interest to return to in time and also a good chce for band b. more

Michael McLaughlin, the owner of the Desmond House (along with his wife Anne) has to be the most interesting, intelligent, helpful, and delightful person we met on our two week tour of Ireland (including Northern Ireland). A former banker, now innkeeper and part-time sailor, Michael is an absolute joy to be around as well as an encyclopedia of knowledge about... more

After travelling all the way over from Scotland and a long drive from Shannon to start our Irish holiday, you can imagine our disbelief when on trying to check in we were told they had no booking in our name. Even though we produced our booking receipt, the young girl, polish I think, just said that they were fully booked... more