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Modernised comfortable cottage close to blue flag beaches on the Dingle way

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather chairs, a television, and a coffee table.
A neatly made bed with a floral headboard, two bedside lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.
A row of colorful buildings with shop fronts, including a pharmacy and a cafe.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a sink, and a window with a cross on the wall.
A dog sitting on a stool in a bar with a Guinness beer mug on the table.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Castlegregory, Kerry
  • Place, Sandy Bay Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Castlegregory Golf Club
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Killelton Oratory
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Modernised comfortable cottage close to blue flag beaches on the Dingle way

Muklaghbeg cottage has four bedrooms and three bathrooms and sleeps 8 people.
The cottage is part of a group of 9 cottages situated off a very quiet back road which leads along an estuary into Castlegregory village. It has been lovingly and sympathetically modernised several years ago, and is a warm and comfortable haven in which to unwind, relax and escape from the noise and stress of modern city living. With quality furnishings throughout and an exceptionally well supplied kitchen, there are fabulous views of the mountains behind. Mucklaghbeg is situated in its own grounds - a large lawn outside the sunroom windows is perfect for children, but is adjacent to the other cottages on their own private avenue.

The cottage is located approximately 2K from Castlegregory and 26K from Tralee in County Kerry. The beach is only a 5 minute walk away if you cross the stepping stones at low tide over the Owencashla river, or take a winding lane which leads across a bridge to get to Castlegregory strand. Quiet and peaceful, this area of County Kerry abounds in great walking and wildlife spotting opportunities - Mount Brandon, Ireland's second highest mountain, dominates the views. Golf, fishing, and scuba diving are also found close by. The Maharees on the far side of Castlegregory is home to some of Europes best windsurfing and kitesurfing on Brandon Bay - Irelands longest golden sand beach - and the safe haven of Sandy Bay which has an excellent kids club during the summer months offering Banana boating, Kayaking, a bouncy castle and sea trampolines - fantastic enjoyment for children! Take a drive over Irelands highest mountain road, the Connor Pass, and discover the harbour town of Dingle, or take a boat trip to the Blasket islands for some seal spotting, or even the occasional whale….this is a location you will want to return to again and again.

The Spar supermarket in Castlegregory has an extensive selection of food and drink, so shopping can be done on your doorstep. In the evenings the local pubs have fabulous music and craic, and there are a number of excellent restaurants where a friendly welcome is always assured.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please do not let pets on the furniture or beds
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not smoke in the house

Important information

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Property # 1994324
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

About the area

Castlegregory

Located in Castlegregory, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Tralee Bay Wetlands and Sandy Bay Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Aqua Dome and Pirate's Adventure World. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hunting.
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Castlegregory, Kerry

What's nearby

  • Sandy Bay Beach - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Castlegregory Golf Club - 12 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Killelton Oratory - 14 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Blennerville Windmill - 26 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Tralee Town Park - 28 min drive - 28.7 km

Getting around

  • Tralee Station - 21 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bolands Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tomasín Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blow-In Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Milesian - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Junction Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modernised comfortable cottage close to blue flag beaches on the Dingle way pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Modernised comfortable cottage close to blue flag beaches on the Dingle way?

As of 11 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Modernised comfortable cottage close to blue flag beaches on the Dingle way on 13 February 2027 start from NZ$1,724, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Modernised comfortable cottage close to blue flag beaches on the Dingle way?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Modernised comfortable cottage close to blue flag beaches on the Dingle way?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modernised comfortable cottage close to blue flag beaches on the Dingle way?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modernised comfortable cottage close to blue flag beaches on the Dingle way located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Castlegregory Golf Club, Sandy Bay Beach, and Glentenassig Forest Park. Killelton Oratory and Caherconree Fort are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 66 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice comfortable clean and excellent location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Many thanks for your kind words Margaret, we hope you will come back to visit again. Best wishes, Lucy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

leanne C.

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

Lovely stay

Very lovely cosy house had a great stay
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay at this property - will def book again. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina D.

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

Excellent stay

We had a great week at Lucy’s property and wouldn’t hesitate to book again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Holmes

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

Best cottage ever

We had a wonderful time at the cottage and really felt it was home from home. The location was fabulous and we can’t wait to come again.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2023
Thank you for your lovely words Lisa - we would be delighted to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

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

Brilliant cottage in an excellent location.

Exceeded our expectations. The quiet Ireland we prefer when we visit, but yet not far from other towns we enjoy. Perfect location for walks on beach, or into town.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2022
Thank you so much for your review Tim and delighted you share our love for the area - do come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

Kerry at its best

Excellent comfortable family home beside everything that Kerry has to offer..beaches, water sports, walks, scenic drives and friendly hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2020
Thank you Maureen - it was a pleasure to have you staying & please do return! Best wishes, Lucy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very comfortable house in a lovely place - we loved our morning - and often evening - swims and very much enjoyed meeting and talking to Marie and Alby. Although we come to the peninsula every summer we hadn't stayed in Castlegregory since 1980 so it was great for us. Thank you for sharing your house with us
The cycleway to Castlegregory
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Loved Co Kerry

Thanks for the lovely establishment near Castlegregory. We had a marvelous time exploring Dingle.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 October 2022
Thank you Mary! It was a pleasure hosting you & your lovely family & hoping you will return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

wouter v.

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

Cosy house

Good house, good beds, 3 showers and 3 toilets, good wifi. Good place for outdoor activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

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

Amazing stay in the kingdom of Kerry

Fantastic weather all week. Great to catch up with the family and meet up with our Irish cousins. Lovely mountain's lakes and beaches. The accommodation was fantastic, in a great location. A holiday we'll never forget!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2023
Thanks for your lovely words Rachel - you had the best weather and we are so glad you loved the cottage. Do return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John O.

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

Nice cottage and Base for Castlegregory

Good communication with Lucy. Nice location to base self for all things in area - beaches, mountains, village etc. Would stay again.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2022
Dear John, thank you for your review and I am so glad you enjoyed your time at the cottage so much - we do hope to welcome you back again! Best wishes, Lucy.
Verified review

8/10 Good

maeve m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beautifully located holiday house

The location is perfect being an easy walk from the beach and the town. The wider surroundings boast wonderful scenery and the town is friendly with a variety of pubs and restaurants. The house is a fine holiday house, with a good well-equipped kitchen. If the house is fully occupied it's quite small but cosy at night with the fire lit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2021
Thank you Maeve - it was a pleasure to have you in our cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fiona F.

Lovely cottage- great location

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Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you Fiona & so lovely to have you returning for another visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raymond S.

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

A 5 Star Plus Property

The Hostess, Marie, is a “Super Star”. She showed us with a level of hospitality that we have seldom experienced. She made our stay quite comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Evan S.

Quaint, quiet, comfortable cottage

Even with a couple of communication hiccups, we loved this place. In the end it all worked out and we would go back in a heartbeat. It was cool in mid-May, but we still managed a swim!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Beautiful Location! Lovely home...

This was my favorite location that we stayed at during our trip to Ireland. The homeowner and home are lovely, but the real beauty of the home is the location. What a peaceful, gorgeous part of Ireland. It was extra special for me because it is my ancestral home. Thanks for a lovely stay. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you Amy and delighted that you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

edward a.

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

Dingle Delight

Top notch accommodation. Fully equipped home. Super comfy beds, plenty of hot water, supper sunny porch/room. Lucy will take good care of you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2022
Thank you so much Ted - you and your friends were an absolute pleasure to have staying and do hope you return. Best wishes, Lucy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Perfect cottage in a wonderful country

We loved to stay here. The house is perfectly eqipped with all stuff you need for a lovely holiday. The location is very good for trips to all places and roads on the Dingle Peninsula as well as to Killarney and the Ring of Kerry. We appreciated the quick and nice conversation with Lucy and her caretaker. Thank you so much!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Hi Andrea - thank you for your lovely comments and delighted you had a great time in the cottage - please do come back! Best wishes, Lucy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

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

July stay

We found the cottage to have everything we needed for the family. The kids loved the walk to the water every evening. The garden was a bonus for them to play. It was very quiet which we loved and our little one slept longer than anyone because of the peace and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mairead v.

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

Summer 2022

Absolutely smashing house Spotless, very well equipped. Shop and beach short distance away. Location probably not best for family with small children as no summer camps for small children nearby . Otherwise lovely spot to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2022
Thanks Mairead for your lovely review of the cottage - Jamie Knox has great water sport summer camps on the Maharees for children of all ages about 10mins in the car but delighted you had a great time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frances O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a magnificent stay in Kerry cottages with my family for 5days . Shortly after our arrival we were warmly welcomed by lovely Maria and her husband who care for the property and informed of some of the features of the house and answered any questions we had .The house itself is in a beautiful quiet location, large fabulous garden, where you can get the most incredible view of a sunset in the evening. The house is an easy and very scenic walk to all the shops and restaurants of Castlegregory and a close walk to the beach . The house itself was really gorgeous . Very clean and well appointed. So many thoughtful extras . Really loved the large conservatory. Plenty of room for everyone. The beds were extremely comfortable which is a huge plus for me as I have back issues. Could not fault anything and would definitely come back . Frances
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review & hope to see you back again! Best wishes, Lucy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Regina K.

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

A holiday without flaws

Lucy was very keen to ensure we had 10 enjoyable days. We appreciated the heating in the house, though we felt it could have been turned down somewhat - especially with the weather being rather mild. The house met all our expectations, providing comfortable beds, nice showers, a fully equipped kitchen, and last but not least, all sorts of games and books to pass the time indoors. With the house being situated in an area surrounded by various beaches, we could walk along different coastlines, visit tourist attractions or go to restaurants in reasonable driving distance. All in all we had a fabulous time, even when the sun wasn’t shining.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 September 2023
Thank you for your kind comments Regina, and we are so glad you had a great time in Kerry! Please do return.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nicole R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Inaccurate Posting - No Hot Tub on site

Planned vacation with family and had narrowed down properties for consideration based on which had a hot tub in the amenities. I chose this property based on an inaccurate listing of amenities and was woefully surprised to find no hot tub at check in. I addressed with owner but was told to take it up with VRBO. The error should be corrected for future renters and it did impact our ability to enjoy the days as planned. I shouldn't be burdened with corrections, etc as I was purchasing a service based on a listing that should be correct when i see it. Nice property, but the experience was not as listed. Also, be prepared to purchase firewood and run outside if you need to store anything in a freezer as there is not one in the kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
Dear Nicole, I apologise again for the extremely misleading addition of a hot tub to our amenities, it seems that this was a fault of VRBO as we have been listing the property through them for a number of years and have never had this at the cottage. I corrected it immediately. We do hope nonetheless that you had a lovely stay. Best wishes, Lucy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

A truly special cottage in a truly special place.

The cottage is beyond cute and so well cared for. The size for us- a family of 6, was perfect. The fireplace, with our first fire already built and only needing to be lit upon arrival, was a highlight of many. Everything we needed was there. We can't thank Lucy enough for sharing her family cottage with us. Lucy btw was amazing to work with and her property manager Marie was great too! We randomly bumped into her at the local pub and she and her husband were two of many locals we befriended- they are all part what makes Castlegregory a true gem! Of course the cute village, amazing views, and the breathtakingly beautiful beach, a simple 5 minute walk from the cottage, all contribute to making Castlegregory a must see! This was our best family vacation by a landslide!. We took full advantage of its strategic location. It's an easy ride from the Kerry airport and the beautiful harbortown of Dingle is a short drive away- with the option of taking the scenic route via Conor Pass. We quickly learned that for every excursion we took- the journey was as gratifying as the destination. There are no bad ways to get anywhere on the Dingle Penisinula. Around every corner were once in a lifetime views- the pictures and postcards pale in comparion to the pictures we took with our eyes. The Ring of Kerry and all of its wonder are also very accessible from the cottage. I could write a novel on our amazing experience but this is a review so I'll simply end with BOOK IT NOW!
A five minute walk from the cottage
Castlegrogory Golf course! So special!
We enjoyed a fire every night
A local pub 3 minutes from the cottage!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2025
That is a truly wonderful review Kevin - we are really delighted that you have experienced the same pleasure that we do in being lucky enough to live in this special part of our world. We hope to see you again. Very best wishes, Lucy.

About the host

Hosted by LUCY PAUL

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Our family live in London, but spend as much time as we can in Kerry - it is a truly fabulous location to get away from life's pressures. We sadly cannot be there all year round, but want to offer others the wonderful opportunities that County Kerry gives - there really is something for everyone. We have 2 boys who have spent their holidays in Kerry since they were tiny - and they still love returning!

Why they chose this property

It is close to Castlegregory and Tralee, but rural enough to be really peaceful. There are 8 other cottages in our immediate area, but we all co-operate and keep the place very well maintained - grass cut, avenue cared for etc. Rubbish is collected weekly.

What makes this property unique

Rural and tranquil - a tonic for the soul, but loads to do if you choose to do so.

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