THE STABLES, self catering cottage

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1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 350 sq m

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Parking available
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Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly
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Explore the area

Schull, Cork

Schull Harbour
‪13 min drive‬
Mizen Head
‪20 min drive‬
Bantry House
‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

main bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

En-suite

Toilet · Shower only

En-suite Shower Room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

The converted stables is set in the grounds of an 18th century Georgian Hunting Lodge. Rock Cottage Country House is on The Wild Atlantic Route and is just ten minutes from Schull, Goleen & Durrus. Schull is a coastal village with numerous boutiques, pubs and restaurants, art galleries, library and good food shops plus a weekly market on Sun We are well situated for The Mizen Head, The Sheep's Head and The Beara Peninsula. Close by we have beautiful beaches including one of Ireland's finest beaches, Barley cove.
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. There is also a Chalet available, the perfect glamping holiday.
We are dog friendly and have two golden retrievers who love other dogs.

Property manager

Jacqueline Sarsfield

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Freedom to walk arround just make sure gates if closed remain closed also please clean up after pets, shovel and a place to put are available

Important information

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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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Barnatonicane

Located in Barnatonicane, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. St. Brendan the Navigator and Three Castles Head are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Whyte Bookshop and Schull Planetarium. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain biking nearby.

Schull, Cork

What's nearby

Schull Harbour - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
Barleycove Beach - 17 min drive - 17.4 km
Mizen Head - 20 min drive - 20.4 km
Bantry House - 21 min drive - 22.7 km
Three Castles Head - 24 min drive - 20.0 km

Restaurants

‪The Townhouse O D's - ‬13 min drive
‪The Bunratty Inn - ‬13 min drive
‪Nickie's Kitchen - ‬13 min drive
‪Along The Way - ‬9 min drive
‪Arundels by the Pier - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE STABLES, self catering cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at THE STABLES, self catering cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE STABLES, self catering cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is THE STABLES, self catering cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Dunmanus Bay and within 9 miles (15 km) of Whyte Bookshop and Schull Harbour. Schull Planetarium and Crookhaven Lighthouse are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

11 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect hideaway to explore Mizen Head Peninsula and surrounding areas

Quiet countryside location, well-kept property, welcoming hosts

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom M., Madrid, Spain

11 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well located in lovely part of Ireland.

The cottage is tastefully decorated. Great for visiting the attractions of West Cork.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susanne G.

12 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So beautiful

It was the most beautiful experience as well as around the Dunmanus Bay as at Rock Cottage House. Vacation spirit from day one until the very

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre C.

5 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3rd time here - fabulous as always

This was our third time staying here and we adore it. The property itself is fantastic and the grounds are stunning. We love seeing the animals and being welcomed by Saffron and Elsa! Our own doggies had a fantastic well also. The hosts are so lovely and we always feel very welcome. The location is ideal for sight seeing around West Cork. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

G Wayne M., Regina, Saskatchewan

24 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Restful Haven

We stayed here as part of our three week driving holiday. The accommodation was great but the location always requires a drive-- restaurants, groceries, etc. It depends on your comfort with daily driving on narrow twisty roads. The hosts were always helpful--extra blankets and tire pressure checks. Thanks again.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mavis F.

11 Sept 2018

A warm and cozy place to relax and unwind after a day of sightseeing. Great hospitality!

Jonathan and Jacqueline were perfect hosts. We had everything we needed and more. We enjoyed meandering around the property, and the view from the hill is amazing! We also enjoyed the pups Elsa & Saffron. They were adorable, and very welcoming. We would come back in a heartbeat! Mavis & Terry Floberg. Vancouver, BC Canada

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tobias M.

28 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wunderbarer Ort

Der Aufenthalt war wunderbar. Die direkte Umgebung um das Cottage ist privat und konnte mitbenutzt werden. Die dortigen Spaziergänge waren toll und bezaubernd. Tolle Natur, ein schönes und gut ausgestattetes Cottage und liebe Vermieter.. gerne wieder

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Friederike H.

23 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Zum Entspannen und Wohlfühlen!

Ein Urlaub in einer liebevoll, mit viel Geschmack eingerichteten Ferienwohnung. Die Vermieter waren sehr freundlich und extrem hilfsbereit, so dass die gesamte Atmosphäre zum Wohlfühlen und Entspannen einlädt.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jana J.

8 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jederzeit wieder

Danke für die tolle Zeit und die unkomplizierte Verlängerung meines Aufendhaltes.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helga R.

8 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rock cottage in autumn

Rock cottage is es wonderfull place with very friendly hosts, cute dogs, donkeys, ponies and chicken. We had great holidays there with a lot of walking tours, the beautiful coast and lovely villages. The Stables is a well-equipped cottage in a peacefull landscape. Thank you very much, Jackie and Jonathan.

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

7 Aug 2019

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We had a fabulous stay at Rock Cottages!!

I would highly recommend a stay at the “Stables “ at Rock Cottages near Schull! So peaceful , beautiful gardens and accommodation is so cute.. my sister and I stayed with my two dogs end of July 2019 and our hosts Jacqueline and Jonathan were so welcoming and friendly calling to give us free range eggs and freshly caught mackerel and checking that everything was ok with accommodation. We also really loved all the farm animals... Elsa and Saffron were so nice and really placid dogs.. and as for Barnie an Bonnie the donkey - what characters... we also got to feed the hens and geese which was great fun. Again loved our time there and will definitely return again !!

8/10 Good

Denise C.

30 June 2019

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Really enjoyed our stay in this gorgeous area!!

Great location, v central to Mizen Head, Crookhaven areas as well as Schull direction. Loved feeding the donkeys and the little walk way to the hill view.

8/10 Good

Talisa H.

30 Apr 2019

romantisches Cottage

Das kleine Cottage ist wirklich süß und sehr romantisch. Für uns als Paar war es perfekt. Die Umgebung ist der unglaublich schön, man hat kleine Fischerorte und traumhafte Strände in der Nähe. Auch Ausflüge sind von hier aus gut machbar, jedoch sollte man ein Auto haben. Das Grundstück ist toll, die Tiere und die tollen grünen Wiesen hier kann man wirklich abschalten. Wir hätten uns nur gewünscht das "the Stables" etwas besser beheizt und sauberer wäre, leider waren viele Spinnweben im Raum und es war etwas klamm. Wir empfehlen "the Stables" auf jeden Fall weiter.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Inga S.

4 Aug 2018

Beautiful accommodation in a great location with a lot of lovely animals

We stayed at the stables in july. It was a lovely accommodation in a great location. Unfortunately there were some very rainy days in this time, but it didn't really matter, because we felt like home and could read a good book at this time. There is a nice little way to walk directly behind the cottage. We had a lot of fun with the lovely animals. The donkeys loved their carrots, and the dogs and a cat visited us very often. Jackie and Jonathan are very friendly hosts. Excursions in the surrounding areas one shouldn't miss are Mizen Head, Sheep's Head and even Barleycove Beach.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

17 July 2018

Fabulous.

Loved the stables. Clean and comfortable. Lovely ‘home’ to return to each evening after touring beautiful west Cork. Jackie and Jonathan very nice. Loved the dogs and the donkeys.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Monika F.

14 July 2018

Landhaus auf hohem Niveau

The Stables ist ein wunderschönes kleines Landhaus mit geschmackvoller Einrichtung und allem was man für einen entspannten Aufenthalt braucht. Man möchte gar nicht mehr woanders hin. Danke Jackie und Jonathan für den freundlichen Empfang mit dem leckeren selbstgemachte Brot und Marmelade. Wir kommen gerne wieder!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sue K.

8 May 2018

WOW!

Our stay at The Stables at Rock Cottage was incredible! The accommodation is very warm, inviting, and comfortable. We looked forward each evening to coming "home" to a cheery fire and a glass of wine. Jackie and Jonathan were wonderful and made us feel right at home. We were enjoying our stay so much that we really didn't want to leave! There are many beautiful places to visit in the area and we highly recommend staying here as a base from which to explore!

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

6 Jan 2018

Superior accommodation, lovely welcome

The Stables are just as lovely in real life as in the photos, perhaps more so. A reassuring newness is tastefully dressed in a warm, homely decor, cute and cosy. Our hosts were most friendly, calm and helpful, the facilities are well managed and the complex of buildings (and animals) has a wonderful charm. Bathrooms and kitchen are all pleasantly modern and the timber stove kept us aglow all night. We stayed in January when many amenities and cafes are closed but the surrounding landscape more than compensates in its stunning beauty. We found a handful of good restaurants still open, cruised the peaceful, empty roads by the sea and marvelled at the winter sun slanting over Sheep's Head and Barleycove beach, two nearby locations that should not be missed. Ultimately, we wanted to stay for longer. It's difficult to find self-catering accommodation of this standard in Ireland and we hope to return.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Shane C.

1 Oct 2017

Such a great property!

Had an amazing time here and the hosts Jacqueline and John are so helpful and nice. Very comfortable and cozy.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jacomine L., The Hague, the Netherlands

28 July 2017

Lovely place

Our 4 day stay at the Stables was wonderful. Tasteful interior, quiet surrounding, beautiful garden and very nice hosts. This is the perfect base to explore the south-westcoast.

About the host

Hosted by Jacqueline Sarsfield

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

main bedroom

2 bathrooms

En-suite

En-suite Shower Room

Spaces

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