The Byre - A rural retreat near Bantry in West Cork
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Overview
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
4 guests
Minimum stay varies
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The Property
The Byre nestles in the hills of West Cork 13km from Bantry. This traditional stone building provides ground floor, King bed, studio accommodation
Accommodation comprises:
Cosy living area with wood-burning stove and Double Sofabed
Kitchenette - counter-top oven with double burner, full-size fridge, microwave oven, toaster and kettle
Sleeping area with comfortable King size bed and hanging space.
Shower room with basin and w.c.
Garden room
The Location
The Byre is in the grounds of our own Irish cottage but has no near neighbours on three sides. The views over the countryside stretch for miles and the garden is a haven for wild birds. On a clear night the spectacle of the stars is enhanced by the lack of artificial light.
Bantry plays host to annual festivals of Music, Fo...
House Rules
Pets not allowedKid friendlyNo smoking
The sofa converts into a double bed if you don't mind being a bit overcrowded.
In order for us to prepare the cottage for incoming guests, please ensure that you leave the cottage by 10am as extra time is involved in following our Covid-19 cleaning processes, Thank you
Bedrooms
1 Super King1 Sofa
Bathrooms
1 Shower
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Brenda J
2 contributions
Comfortable accommodation in stunning south west Ireland
Quirky, cosy and comfortable. Everything we needed for a five night stay as part of our tour of Ireland. Very friendly & helpful hosts. Lovely location.
Visited April 2024
Written 11 April 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Anne N
1 contribution
Perfect family vacation!
The perfect place for a family vacation! We stayed for two weeks with our two sons (7 and 12) and all four of us loved it!!!
The house holds everything you need and more and made us feel at home from the first moment ❤️. It is perfectly located, within walking distance to the town center (3 minutes to the cinema and town center, 5 minutes to the supermarket) but still quiet enough to find some peace and rest!
We felt warmly welcomed by the house keeper and loved the tips of the host on which places are worth a visit - we had many great day trips and enjoyed the nature all around us. There are so many cool trips to take, close by as well as in day trip distance...
The WiFi connection was stable at all times, which helped to keep up the mood of our boys on the two rainy days we had 😊
Bantry itself is the sweetest little town right at the beautyful Bantry bay - a walk along the bay and it's "muscle walk" quickly became a beloved evening routine (which we really miss being back home!).
We can only recommend the place and the house and hope to come back sometime in the nearer future! 🍀🍀🍀
Visited July 2023
Written 11 August 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Kevin
1 contribution
Delightful hosts !!!
Hester and Allan would go to all lengths to make you happy in their Cottage.
The cottage is a true experience as the Irish lived it a hundred years ago. Except now with running water and electricity !
I was very impressed with Hester's sterling personality.
Visited May 2022
Written 5 June 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
gearoid f
2 contributions
Excellent Stay
The Byre is a hidden gem in west cork. The cottage is cosy and very well equipped. We had everything we needed for our two night stay and more. Perfect for couples looking to explore West Cork. Thanks Hester!
Visited July 2020
Written 5 July 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Mary Hester D
Thanks Gearoid, it was lovely to meet you both and I hope you enjoyed the rest of your break.
Written 8 July 2020. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
lili w
1 contribution
Highly recommended
The Byre did not disappoint, it only exceeded our expectations. We were warmly greeted by Hester and her two lovely dogs who immediately made us feel very welcomed.
The Byre is clean, cozy and very well equipped. If you want rural and tranquility this is as good as it gets. Both Hester and Allan were both attentive and willing to assist in anything we needed to ensure we had the best in our stay.
We felt looked after but also had the freedom to roam free.
We highly recommend The Byre and will definitely be returning !
Visited February 2020
Written 28 June 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Mary Hester D
Lovely to meet you both and so glad you enjoyed your stay.
Written 2 July 2020. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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What this rental offers
Things to do
- Fishing spots available
- Watersports
- Cycling areas
Entertainment
- Television
Scenic views
- Mountain views
Nearby
- Hiking areas
- Countryside area
- Horse riding facilities
- Golf course (within 30 mins drive)
Location info
- Kid friendly
Bathroom and laundry
- Linens provided
- Towels provided
- Iron
Parking
- Parking available
Wi-fi and internet
- Wi-fi
Outdoor amenities
- Patio
Indoor amenities
- Internet access
- Fireplace
Kitchen and dining
- Cooker
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kettle
- Toaster
Map
Getting there
Shannon Airport
74.4 mi
Kerry County Airport
36.4 mi
Restaurants
Donemark West
3.6 mi
The Fish Kitchen
3.5 mi
Organico Bantry
3.4 mi
The Brick Oven
3.7 mi
Attractions
Bantry House & Garden
4 mi • Architectural Buildings
Waterfall Alpaca Farm
4.5 mi • Farms
Ma Murphy's Bar
3.5 mi • Bars & Clubs
Albatross Escape Rooms
3.6 mi • Escape Games
About the neighbourhood
Bantry Bay extends for 30 km to the west of Bantry town, the Beara peninsula is to the northwest and the Sheep's Head and Mizen Head peninsulas are to be found nearby, to the south. The town itself is rich in history and provides a wealth of Shops, Pubs, Restaurants and a Cinema.
Getting around
The Market towns of Bantry and Skibbereen are within easy driving distance, as is the Wild Atlantic Way and the border with Co. Kerry.
Both Bantry and Drimoleague are starting points for various walking routes including The Sheep's Head Way and The Drimoleague Loop.
Public transport is limited in the area so in order to fully appreciate it, we recommend you have use of a car or a bicycle for those of you who are fit enough to tackle the hills!
Access
Car required
How to get there
I contact guests once they have a confirmed booking and send them our Eircode to help them to get here. It is advisable for guests to have their own mode of transport as we are in a rural area.
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Horse riding facilitiesWatersports
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Byre - A rural retreat near Bantry in West Cork
- The Byre - A rural retreat near Bantry in West Cork is able to accommodate up to 4 guests. See all property details.
- The Byre - A rural retreat near Bantry in West Cork has one bathroom available. See all property details.
- The Byre - A rural retreat near Bantry in West Cork has one bedroom available. See all property details.
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