Close to the coastal village of Durrus, this pretty detached cottage is located amid the quiet valley grounds of a traditional farmhouse that’s now a charming country B&B. Famous for its locally-made cheese, Durrus is at the head of the Sheep’s Head peninsula, a European Destination of Excellence with a range of looped walking trails and, from its headland, stunning views to the Beara and Mizen peninsulas. Visit Bantry, 5.5 miles away, and you’ll find a busy market town with a year-round calendar of festivals and lots for all ages to enjoy. Take a boat trip to the islands in the bay or book a marine life excursion and you may meet dolphins, porpoises and even minke whales.
Explore West Cork then return to this tastefully restored stone cottage with its own paved, prettily planted, patio garden. Inside, there’s a companionable open-plan living space where three can cook, dine and unwind in home-from-home comfort. Watch TV, freshen up with a shower and enjoy the view through deep-set windows. When it’s time to sleep, stairs lead up to a loft-style lounge area with a single bed and seating, plus a separate double bedroom.
This enchanting holiday home is in a quiet valley and, aside from its own private patio, has access to beautiful 3.5-acre gardens, which feature an abundance of flowers, mature shrubs and trees as well as an ancient boulder-burial site and a choice of benches and outdoor seating areas.