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A perfectly reclaimed cottage with uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean....

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Ocean's End, Dunworley, Clonakilty, West Cork
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Clonakilty, Cork
  • Place, Timoleague Abbey
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, West Cork Model Railway Village
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Inchydoney Island Beach
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cork (ORK)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A perfectly reclaimed cottage with uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean....

Ocean's End is an ideal base to explore the unadulterated splendour of the West Cork coastline. The cottage sits comfortably on the dramatic and rugged Seven Heads Peninsula and is a mere 400 metre stroll from the cliffs of the Atlantic Ocean. It is the perfect location to relax and unwind and immerse oneself in the natural unspoilt beauty of the surrounding landscape. There are a myriad of sandy swimming beaches at its door step and the multi award winning historical town of Clonakilty is a short drive away.
The cottage has 2 double ensuite bedrooms and 2 single bedrooms as well as a main bathroom upstairs. The extensive living space that stretches from a compact, contemporary kitchen through to a sunny South facing dining room, occupies one half of the ground floor. From here you can choose to dine al fresco on the adjacent paved terrace. The lounge is comfortably furnished with a welcoming wood-burning stove and a sumptuous snuggly sofa. Across the hallway the sitting room features another wood-burning stove, a classic corner sofa and a generous tv for movie nights in. The space at the rear of the ground floor hosts a boot room, with guest WC, utility room and a shower, all cottage-styled with a home-makers detailing and skill. A wonderful outdoor seating area is provided, and sheltered garden room, should the weather turn inclement. The log burning fire, complete with cooking racks for grilling steaks and burgers is an enchanting bonus for those long evenings. Also included is a charcoal bbq and a wood-burning pizza oven.
Ocean's End sits adjacent to an award winning dairy enterprise so early morning milking excursions can be arranged, affording you a wonderful opportunity to deeply connect with nature and immerse yourself in the best of what West Cork farm life has to offer. Your reward – a bottle of fresh creamy milk straight from the cow to enjoy with a well-earned breakfast. Don’t forget to pack your wellies!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
High Chair and Travel Cot available on request.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please make sure you have read and agreed to the terms and conditions of the holiday rental agreement in advance of your stay

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

About the area

Butlerstown

Located in Butlerstown, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Clonakilty Golf Club and Clonakilty Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Inchydoney Island Beach and Owenahincha Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Clonakilty, Cork

What's nearby

  • Timoleague Abbey - 19 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Ringfort Lios-na-gCon - 26 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Lisselan Estate - 29 min drive - 20.1 km
  • West Cork Model Railway Village - 32 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Inchydoney Island Beach - 36 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monk's Lane - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Grange Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Residents Bar - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Charlie Maddens Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Gulfstream Restaurant - ‬35 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A perfectly reclaimed cottage with uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean.... pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A perfectly reclaimed cottage with uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean....?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A perfectly reclaimed cottage with uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean....?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at A perfectly reclaimed cottage with uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean....?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A perfectly reclaimed cottage with uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean.... located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Timoleague Abbey, Clonakilty Golf Club and Michael Collins Centre. Clonakilty Blackpudding Visitor Centre and Ringfort Lios-na-gCon are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sam O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Ocean's End was immaculately clean on arrival and completely equipped for a family's needs. The gifts on a arrival were a great touch, and the house felt very homely whilst still being very smart and luxurious. Excellent location, suoer relaxing and tranquil, but easy to get to attractions from too.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

scott t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful stay! The house was immaculate. The attention to detail was second to none. Everything was just perfect. We would highly recommend this house to anyone looking for a rural retreat in Co. Cork.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kerry C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication with the host! A fabulous and gorgeous home with everything that you need for a stay. Spotlessly clean and lovely views. The fires were so cozy and so much room for a family of 5. Would really love to return. Thoroughly recommend this place if visiting West Ireland.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spotlessly clean, extremely comfortable and equipped to a high standard with everything we needed. The hosts, Deirdre & John, were exceptionally friendly and helpful and the location of the property was amazing. In every way a perfect place to relax or to use as a base for exploring the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and secluded. The house is immaculate and comfortably appointed.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at Oceans End! Our hosts Deidre and John were so welcoming and kind. Growing up on farms it was so very nice to enjoy the cows and the quiet of it all.
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Beautiful sunrise
Driveway
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

randy m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was perfect. The pictures on the app along with the narrative were spot on. We enjoyed the view and quiet environment and watching the cows come in for milking and go back out. John was a good instructor for milking cows and was a lot of fun. I will recommend this spot to my friends or anyone else looking for this kind of stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything we needed and more was furnished. John & Deirdre are wonderful hosts. The cottage was beautiful and the view was spectacular.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This has been our favorite VrBo hands down! From the moment you walked in with the smells, then the kitchen with eggs from their farm, fresh baked cookies and bread with homemade jelly! Also had fresh milk from the cows that morning! The icing on the cake was having John the husband taking the time to show the boys how to milk the cows! Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kaye H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb high quality accommodation, with lots of extra additional touches. The welcome pack with fresh milk, butter, soda bread and lots of other little bits was fab! I can’t fault anything about Oceans End plus our host was really lovely and so helpful. This part of Ireland is beautiful, lots of lovely beaches and towns, well worth the visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

BRIDGETTE G.

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Absolutely serene - Perfect stay!

The cottage was amazing and the hosts were extremely hospitable! Everything was super clean and exactly how pictures described. It was very comfortable and had everything you need. The countryside where cottage is located has beautiful scenery and it truly was a small piece of heaven.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David F.

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Perfect Seclusion with plenty to do close by

John & Deirdre are great host's. The property is clean and comfortable in a setting that is hard to beat. The place is sitting on an active Dairy Farm and John is happy to give you a lesson in Dairy Farming. Everyone in our party was very happy with our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kerry R.

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

Best place to end our visit to Ireland!

The property is beautifully decorated, well-appointed, comfortable, and welcoming. The hosts are so kind and the extra touches were so appreciated! An incredibly memorable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Johnpaul J.

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

Amazing

Couldn’t have asked for a better stay and better people.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property has everything you will ever need for a comfortable and relaxed holiday in a stunning location in Ireland. It is obvious a lot of thought and care has gone into ensuring that everything is catered for at such a high spec and cleanliness. Deidre and John are so friendly and helped make our holiday one to remember. Such a fantastic place to holiday in a remote and quiet setting but have all the comforts and enable you to explore the area.Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline K.

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Perfectly Peaceful

This is an amazing property, lovingly renovated and thoughtfully appointed. We wanted for nothing, except more time to spend here. The hosts are wonderful, the views were outstanding.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hayley K.

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Incredible stay!

We loved our time in this beautiful house. So well equipped and very comfortable, the hosts have thought of everything! Incredible location and we loved the chance to visit the cows and help with the milking one evening. Thanks so much for having us, we will be back in the future for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

JT S.

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Will continue coming back!

We returned in November for the second time in as many years and it was just as perfect as we remembered. There is something really special about Ocean's End. Thank you Deirdre and John for another wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Steven U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The drive to and from the cottage is absolutely gorgeous. Driving through narrow country roads with miles of stone walls covered in wild flowers, grass, and moss is an experience all in itself. The cottage was immaculately maintained, spacious, and stocked with activities for the whole family, teens included. Picturesque views from every window and walls decorated by art from local artists and the collection of books by Irish authors to enjoy during our stay added to the experience. Reading Claire Keegan while overlooking the pastures and coast line was bliss, especially when accompanied by the homemade shortbread cookies complements of our hosts, Deidre and John. Did we mention the complementary fresh soda bread, milk, and sample of the local Five Farms Irish Cream Liqueur? Delicious. We were even able to pick up a bottle at the airport on our way home. Another highlight of our stay at the cottage and in Ireland were the cows feeding in the pastures just outside the cottage. Loved the cows. Our walk to the cliffs with John and Deidreʻs dogs added to the experience. The surrounding communities were friendly and generous with their patience as we navigated the roads, numerous grocery stores, and local attractions. There are a lot of local shopping and activities within short driving distance of the cottage. Our only regret is not staying longer. Thank you for the amazing experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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Absolutely perfect

We have stayed at a lot of VRBOs all over the world and this was by far the best. From fresh milk from the cows and home baked brown bread to miles of fields to walk and ocean views to comfy beds and perfectly stocked kitchen, this place was so wonderful. Teddy the sheep (er cow) dog was an added bonus. Just in general I can’t say anything bad. It’s also really out in the country so you feel surrounded by quiet and peace.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maureen P.

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Beautiful oasis

We had a wonderful time at Oceans End! The family time was fantastic and the house was beautiful! Our host Deidre was very hospitable and attentive. The views of the water and countryside were stunning! We definitely want to return!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandra B.

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

Family holiday

A beautiful cottage in a stunning location. The family couldn’t be more welcoming. We hope to be back, again, soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

TIMOTHY M.

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Beautiful. Just as advertised. Highly reommend.

what a fun stay! A great "base of operations" for us as we explored southwestern Ireland. Plenty of room for the 6 of us. Gorgeous ocean view. Nearby farm was a big hit with my daughter too!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

William F.

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

Great house in a rural setting

Beautifully designed , aesthetically appointed, well thought out house at the end of a country road. Our hosts were welcoming - home made bread, jam and milk from their dairy.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

BEN M.

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

Ocean's End

What a fabulous cottage - amazing location with stunning views. So relaxing. Cottage was immaculate and very well stocked with everything you could need for a holiday. Absolutely five stars in every area - great location near beautiful beaches and Kinsale / Clonakilty for eating out / shopping
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

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