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9.8

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6160 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Washer

Kitchen

Fireplace

Dryer

Outdoor space

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Waterville, Kerry

Waterville Beach14 min drive
Skellig Six 18 Distillery17 min drive
Kells Bay House & Gardens32 min drive
Killarney (KIR-Kerry)94 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ein wunderschönes Haus mit perfekter Lage, für alle, die Ruhe suchen. Wir haben uns sofort wohl gefühlt. Es hat an nicht...

Nadine Z.

Jul 28, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Traditional Irish Cottage Offering 5 Star Luxury with Hot Tub

Cuanbeg, when translated from Irish, means ‘Little Haven'. It is an authentic, traditional Irish cottage which was originally constructed in the 1930’s. It has been beautifully restored and now offers a unique experience combining all of the charm and tradition that you would expect of a cottage with the highest levels of luxury and comfort, including a state of the art hot tub offering the perfect way to relax and unwind after a hard day, at the beach, walking, fishing or golfing.

Cuanbeg has 3 double bedrooms which can comfortably sleep 8 people with the addition of 2 fold out beds. The main bedroom is en suite and there is also a communal bathroom incorporating a bath and separate power shower. The traditional appearance of the newly fitted kitchen cleverly houses all of the conveniences one could wish for, including a range style cooker, double oven, microwave, dishwasher and a large fridge freezer.
WIFI also included

Property manager

Gillian Kierans

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Fireplace

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waterville

Located in Waterville, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. The Atlantic Telegraph Waterville and The Story of Waterville Cable Station Exhibition are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Anchor and Skelligs Chocolate Co.. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.

Waterville, Kerry

What's nearby

Waterville Beach - 14 min drive
Waterville Golf Links - 16 min drive
Skellig Six 18 Distillery - 17 min drive
Kells Bay House & Gardens - 32 min drive
Derrynane Bay Beach - 47 min drive

Getting around

Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Oratory Pizza and Wine Bar - ‬18 min drive
‪Beachcove Cafe - ‬14 min drive
‪The Lobster - ‬14 min drive
‪Dooley's - ‬14 min drive
‪Lough Bar - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional Irish Cottage Offering 5 Star Luxury with Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Traditional Irish Cottage Offering 5 Star Luxury with Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional Irish Cottage Offering 5 Star Luxury with Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traditional Irish Cottage Offering 5 Star Luxury with Hot Tub located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Waterville Beach, Waterville Golf Links and Skellig Bay Golf Club. The Atlantic Telegraph Waterville and The Story of Waterville Cable Station Exhibition are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Nancy F.

8 June 2024

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

Peaceful

Our week’s stay at the cottage was very pleasant and peaceful. We enjoyed watching the sheep and the scenery from the cottage was beautiful. We had difficulty finding the cottage as there are no road names and after an overnight flight from Toronto and then a four hour drive from Dublin the directions didn’t work on our phone. With some relief we finally spotted it and arrived.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana O.

31 May 2024

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

Lovely peaceful holliday

The house was lovely decorated, very spacious and had many amenities. The area is breathtaking, very quiet, and rural. Staying in this house and area offers everyone who stays here a peaceful stay filled with tranquility and beauty.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliana S.

20 May 2024

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

Quiet and charming

We stayed at this lovely little home for 4 nights. It was a bit farther out then I realized but after getting over the shock of the tiny roads it was a beautiful drive. The home does not have any extra comfort items such as shampoo, conditioner, soap, salt, pepper, coffee (but has a nespresso machine), laundry soap, extra toilet paper or paper towels, etc. to be fair these items were not in the listing either so it is listed 100% accurate. Also, the trash has to be sorted and taken to the local town on your last day. Again, all of this is in the listing so no surprises if you read the listing completely. Owner is very responsive and patient to explain any answers which I had a lot. Property is super clean, bright and peaceful. Would stay here again if we are in the area.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

14 May 2024

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

Fabulous views

We absolutely loved Cuanbeg. Beautiful setting for a charming cottage.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine Z.

28 July 2023

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

Ein wunderschönes Haus in toller Lage

Ein wunderschönes Haus mit perfekter Lage, für alle, die Ruhe suchen. Wir haben uns sofort wohl gefühlt. Es hat an nichts gefehlt. Die Gastgeberin war sehr fürsorglich und hatte jederzeit ein offenes Ohr. Der Abschied fiel der ganzen Familie schwer und wir hoffen, das wir bald nocheinmal nach Irland kommen!

Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniela W.

17 July 2023

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

Toller Urlaub in absolut entspannter Lage!

Wir waren absolut begeistert vom Haus und seiner tollen Lage. Alle Ausflugsziele zum Ring of Kerry sind sehr gut erreichbar. Gillian und auch John haben uns mit vielen Tips und Ratschlägen unterstützt, so dass wir unseren Urlaub mit tollen Erlebnissen voll und ganz genießen konnten. Vielen lieben Dank dafür!

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda Z.

14 May 2023

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

Une maison magnifique avec un paysage incroyable

Notre séjour a été parfait. La maison est très belle et très propre. La jacuzzi est fantastique. Le lieu est vraiment très privé et entouré par un magnifique paysage. Gillian est très attentive et nous a répondu à chaque fois très rapidement en nous donnant des informations très utiles. John le gardien a été très sympathique et nous a réservé un très bon accueil.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

8 Apr 2023

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

Chillin in ROI

Beautiful scenery, friendly people, attentive caretaker and owner any problems dealt with straight away. We will be coming back. Thankyou

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi J., Grand Ledge, MI, USA

9 Oct 2022

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

Peace and tranquility in west Kerry

If you are looking for quiet, peace, and tranquility in a cozy, fully-equipped home, this is your place. It is far enough off the beaten path that the only sounds are the wind and the baas of the sheep in the surrounding fields (and occasionally the driveway -- lol), but the towns of Cahersiveen and Waterville are still just a short drive away. We ended every day of our stay snugged in next to the peat fire in the stove. The kitchen has anything you could need and then some (and we cook). The bed we used was reasonably comfortable, and there's all the hot water you could ask for in the shower. The house is cheerful with natural light and the views of the surrounding countryside from the windows are amazing. Both the property manager, Gillian, and the caretakers were responsive and helpful throughout our stay. If you don't enjoy quiet and solitude, this might not be the place for you. But if you need a place for your soul to breathe a sigh of relief and to set down the burdens of the busy outside world for a bit, then book a stay here.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W., Massachusetts, USA

25 Sept 2022

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

Lovely quiet place to get away from it all

We had a delightful time: just the rest from our hectic lives we needed. Sunrises are marvelous and there's a broad view of the valley, plus easy access by car to local tourist attractions. Thank you, Gillian and the caretakers!

Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon J.

10 Aug 2022

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

Great place to stay in a great location

Loved our stay here. Well equipped, comfortable house in the most peaceful location we've ever stayed for a holiday. Yet really close to the Ring of Kerry and Skellig ring, beaches and more.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Louise C.

16 July 2022

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

Peace quiet and tranquility

We arrived after a 6.5hr drive to the property and the hot tub was certainly a must earned treat. The home was clean and tidy all kitchen utilises supplied. The scenery was breath taking, lying up in the hot tub and looking out was truly amazing. Life is so busy these days we give ourselves no time to enjoy the simple things which is silence and time with our family. We enjoyed some of the activities in the local down of Waterville. Drove around some of the local villages and local beaches which again is like paradise. Only real advice would be to do a little research about the local additives we arrived the week of kids summer camp and I hadn’t booked kids in so activities where mostly booked up. We got amazing weather though so we where spoilt for choices and beaches. It’s about 10-15min drive to shop 🙈depending on how you drive so if your making a long journey and are able to bring milk and bread do lol after arriving we hadn’t brought milk and bread because the heat we where traveling in so to have to head out again and get milk after driving 6.5hours I felt sick. Look up seasynergy they have amazing activities and cater for all ages.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris D.

8 July 2022

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

Amazing cottage in an overwhelming scenary

Surrounded by the hills and ring of Kerry, far away from the tourist noise and cars, with only sheep and cow as neighbors, most beautiful experience. House has all it takes for a nice stay, and a hot tub surrounded by the hills is so nice!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Arthur B.

27 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Disliked: Communication

Disappointed

We had booked this particular property because it featured a hot tub. However on arrival we were told by a local (not the owner) that the hot tub wasn't working. The owner later emailed me to let us know. This problem was obviously known about before we arrived, but no one told us. Communication with owner was poor - we had to do all the chasing to find out what was happening. On fourth day a man came and put filter back in and scratched his head not knowing what else to do. We were very disappointed that the issue was not resolved while we were there. We received a E100 refund, not even the price of one night's stay, which seemed a little disingenuous. We had booked this particular house because of the hot tub, whereas we could have chosen from many other less expensive properties. It was like booking an equestrian holiday, only to be told when we got there that there were no horses, but the scenery is still lovely. No communication from owner after our stay at all. An appropriate gesture of goodwill would have helped our disappointment. Such a shame because it is a lovely house in a great location - was very clean, if somewhat dated in places, and had everything needed.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katrin P.

7 May 2022

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

Absolute Ruhe

Ich habe einen Ort des Rückzugs und der Entspannung gesucht, wo man die Stille und die Natur genießen kann und bin absolut fündig geworden 🧡 Die Vermieterin ist nett, das Objekt groß und sauber, der Whirlpool heiß und die Lage wunderschön 😌 Man muss sich bei Steckdosen (alle haben Schalter zum anmachen), den Türgriffen (man muss sie zum Abschließen hoch drücken) und dem leicht in die Jahre gekommenen Backofen etwas einfuchsen, aber das Haus ist toll 🧡

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

24 Apr 2022

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

Peaceful setting

We stayed for 5 nights with children aged 5-11. We loved the quiet country setting and the kids loved being surrounded by sheep, cows and horses. It was a great stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Theodore S.

8 Dec 2020

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

Lovely relaxing 3 night stay.

very relaxing. Very warm and cosy on a cold winter night. Nice hot tub.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Briege M.

26 Oct 2019

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

Wonderful

House beautiful, very clean all mod cons supplied. View from house of the mountain landscape is stunning enjoyed very much from hot tub Location quiet and peaceful We will definitely be returning in the future

10/10 Excellent

fred d.

4 Oct 2019

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

fantastic

Great

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katrin M.

22 Sept 2019

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

Perfect location

The house is located at a perfect, calm spot so you have an amazing view. The cottage is well equipped. Gillian and John (caretaker) are very helpful and always answer quickly. We would recommend this house.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Celine R., Villiers-sur-Marne

27 Aug 2019

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

Séjour paisible au vert

Cette maison très bien équipée avec des lits fantastiques est située dans la très verte campagne du sud Kerrry au milieu de nulle part avec une vue sur les Montagnes et le Chant des moutons comme seul bruit :) Nous avons vraiment apprécié notre séjour dans le Kerry et dans cette maison. De plus, Gillian et John (le housekeeper) se sont montrés très réactifs et efficaces quand nous avons eu un petit souci avec la machine à laver le linge. Je recommande grandement cette région de l Irlande et cette maison!

Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sabine R.

23 July 2019

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

Ruhige Lage mit herrlichem Bergblick

Vom Cottage hat man einen tollen Blick auf die Berge, es ist relativ abgelegen, aber bis zum nächsten Ort mit Strand und Supermarkt (Waterville) fährt man höchstens 20 min. Die Räume sind großzügig geschnitten, ein Schlafzimmer hat noch ein eigenes kleines Duschbad. Die Küche ist auch sehr großzügig und recht gut ausgestattet. Der Whirlpool (für bis zu 6 Personen gleichzeitig) ist natürlich das Highlight. Die Vermieterin hat auf alle Anfragen/Probleme sehr schnell reagiert. Wir würden wieder hinfahren :).

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

margot h.

15 May 2019

beautiful home in the country

Gillian's home is just wonderful! The kitchen is fantastic and has everything you could need. The views are stunning from any window of the home, the beds are very comfy, and sitting in the hot tub at night you can see the stars so brightly. Our stay was great and I hope to return again.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Keri R.

3 Jan 2019

Wonderful and peaceful

This is a lovely peaceful cottage to stay in for your trip to Kerry. It is in a great position for exploring the area, for which you will need a car. The kitchen was well equipped although some chipped crockery could do with replacing, and the dining area was comfortable and spacious for eating and for board game playing. The lounge has plenty of seating for a family of 4 although the sofas are not quite as inviting as they look in the photos. They are tired and old and covered with throws. The bedrooms were very comfortable and spacious, but the bathroom shower cubicles could do with a revamp as they are quite blackened with mould in places. Some hand soap at each sink would have been helpful. The views are absolutely breathtaking and the big windows in the lounge area help you to appreciate that even when the weather isn't so good. Relaxing in the hot tub after a day exploring the beautiful county of Kerry is something I'll never forget - its a fabulous way to totally chill out. Again the outside furniture does not look like it does in the photos, its tired and worn, but thats what happens to outside furniture, especially in Ireland! Gillian, the owner who was easily contactable by phone and email, was extremely kind, helpful and informative, before and during our stay. It would have been helpful to have had an easy way to contact the caretaker of the property who lived nearby however, as his visits were often a surprise and made me feel a little on edge for the week. But there were a few minor things that he needed to attend to that don't usually affect the property, it was just our bad luck! All in all, we loved the peace, tranquillity and comfort (and the hot tub!) of this cottage and would definitely recommend it.

10/10 Excellent

Katell P.

30 July 2018

Très bonne adresse - confortable et authentique

La maison était très agréable : tres bien équipée, confortable et pratique. Une situation plutôt centrale qui nous a permis de visiter tout le Kerry sans faire trop de route. La maison est un petit peu isolée et pas de vue sur la mer mais le panorama était vraiment magnifique et l environnement extrêmement calme - tout à fait propice à passer de bonnes nuits d autant que les lits étaient vraiment confortables! Bref nous sommes très contents de notre séjour!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018