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Romantic Castle at Roaring Water Bay in West Cork - Weekend special available

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony
  • Fireplace
  • Balcony or patio
The current price is NZ$792
avg per night

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Skibbereen, Cork

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Futon

1 Double Bed

single

2 Single Beds

sofabed

1 Double Bed

Bathroom 1

Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

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Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic Castle at Roaring Water Bay in West Cork - Weekend special available pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Romantic Castle at Roaring Water Bay in West Cork - Weekend special available?

As of 22 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Romantic Castle at Roaring Water Bay in West Cork - Weekend special available on 31 August 2026 start from NZ$792, 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 Romantic Castle at Roaring Water Bay in West Cork - Weekend special available?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Romantic Castle at Roaring Water Bay in West Cork - Weekend special available?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic Castle at Roaring Water Bay in West Cork - Weekend special available?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Romantic Castle at Roaring Water Bay in West Cork - Weekend special available located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly castle is within 9 mi (15 km) of Skibbereen Heritage Centre, West Cork Arts Centre and Liss Ard Gardens. Island Cottage is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cool place to stay. Nicely renovated. So unique! The interior stairs were original, and somewhat of a challenge as they are very steep and each step is very tall, but that is the nature of a castle, and we made do. Location is lovely and we are very glad we were able to experience this remarkable castle.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laurie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The castle was a great experience and was warm and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

J S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you like history. Rinn chuil uisce castle is a mustLocal pub not far, west cork is beautiful.people were great.Hope to visit again one day!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So cool!!! In Ireland, at a castle, and we got to stay in it! Build a fire, climb the stairs, enjoy the view, and snuggle up in the nice top floor bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of three (two adults and a 17 year old) history buffs were so excited to have the opportunity to stay in this castle. Stephanie was very clear that she had been very intentional about how she restored the castle and it was exactly as described. The outside and parts of the inside were restored but not updated so that we could really immerse ourselves in the history and truly feel the lives of the people who had lived there. When we were in need of a more modern break and some creature comforts, we escaped to the top floor where we lounged in the sunshine and the beautiful view. Thank you Stephanie for preserving this precious piece of history and for sharing it with us. Some advice is to bring your own pillow and blanket if you will be sleeping anywhere but on the top floor if you have any allergies. The castle is by its nature, damp and I'm sure it's impossible to keep the linens fresh especially in the rainy spring when we visited. Also bring some sturdy soled slippers/inside shoes for navigating the stairs.
Beautiful view from the top
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Such a fun experience. Be prepared. It’s rustic on the bottom and new on top. The grounds and the host are both lovely. Make sure to stop at Minihans local pub. So fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Audrey N.

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

Family trip

Beautiful views in a beautiful setting. Full of character and history!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah H.

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

Castle

Great place great views
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie R.

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View is breathtaking

Beautiful location! The bedroom suite is definitely worth it. Had a great time walking the property as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J.

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

Absolutely wonderful stay

Staying in the lovely place may not be for everyone, it is an older place, keep that in mind. Seeing that however, the home and property are absolutely gorgeous and worth the stay. I definitely recommend this stay for anyone looking to make a good memory.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Truly unique! Exactly as described!

We absolutely loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
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8/10 Good

Vernon S.

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Fine

Fine stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing Castle Experience

We loved everything about our stay in the Rincolisky Castle. It was the perfect base location for our travels around Ireland. Made our 30th wedding anniversary very special.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gina s.

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

Breathtaking views

Everything I thought it would be Such a memorable experience Relaxing, romantic, historical Our perfect last stop before leaving Ireland I will never forget it
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Amazing views and great rustic experience

We had such a great time staying at this amazing historical site. Stephanie was very communicative and helpful with instructions and recommendations. This castle really immerses you in the history of the location. I picked this location for the amazing views and the unique experience. If you want history and beauty this is your place. If you want 5 star hotel with fancy accommodations this is not your place. But it definitely got 5 stars from me.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bobbiann G.

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

Cool experience in a castle.

We enjoyed our stay a lot. Beautiful area to explore. Would recommend this rental in the summer for sure. There is barely any heating so we spent a ton of money on firewood and we were still cold. Otherwise a good experience and loved the sauna.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Harrison P.

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Great experience

Definitely a unique experience! The view is fantastic and the ambiance made for exactly the adventure we were looking for. It felt like a good mix of experiencing what castle living would have been like along with access to modern luxuries.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shawn K.

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Amazing castle of your own

This was an amazing property! It was amazing to travel to Ireland and be able to stay in a castle and enjoy the history while enjoying the modern touches. It was everything we wished for and more. The added touches of a link with directions as well as the firewood to burn a fire at night was magical! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

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Beautiful location

We absolutely loved our stay here! The stairs are definitely not for the faint of heart, but this was a once in a lifetime experience and we loved every second of it! The bay is absolutely stunning and you just can’t beat the views. The castle is just outside of town, far enough away to feel remote but close enough that we could go grab lunch and explore the cute shops! Highly suggest a stay here, just remember it’s a 500 year old building, not a fancy hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

A Remarkable Wsy To Experience Medieval Ireland

Hard to imagine a more unique and exciting way to experience Ireland than in this amazing VRBO. The castle has an unsurpassed 360 degree views of the water and farmland. Inside, it has the modern conveniences you need while maintaining a rustic atmosphere. The stairs can be a challenge yet the views from the modern upstairs bedroom is worth the risk. Everything was clean, warm and comfortable. Good directions and easy to find on the map. Excellent Wifi throughout. Highly recommend for a once-in-a-lifetime lodging experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas P.

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

Staying at the Castle

The views, surroundings and area at the Castle are amazing! The Castle is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. As noted in the listing - this is not for everyone. Elderly may have issues with all the steps as well as young children. Stephanie is a very nice host and easy to chat with. If you are looking for something different and can manage the steps - this is a wonderful choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick P.

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Fabulous views from a historic tower-house

We had five wonderful nights in Rincolisky Castle. We were fortunate with unseasonably warm, blue-sky weather. The geography of Roaring Water Bay is just beautiful. We spent a wonderful day harvesting blackberries on Heir Island with our granddaughter. Swimming at High Tide when the water laps the lower steps was exhilarating. We did not use the sauna. We applaud Stephanie’s decision to allow paying guests access to such a sympathetically restored part of Irish history.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Buzz L.

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Amazing views

The views were amazing. Our neighbors were literal cows and they were super friendly. 10/10 would cow again. Being on the bay and walking along the sea was breathtaking. Lots of cool towns within short drives. The recommendations the host leaves are an excellent way to plan your days. Cool experience to stay in a tower house/castle that has history. The castle stairs to the top room are not for the faint of heart, but would happily recommend anyone wanting a unique stay in a beautiful area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Audra R.

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A magical place to reset

My partner and I stayed here for three nights. Gwen and Stephanie were nothing but accommodating. A gael storm came through while we were there and they came by to just make sure we were ok. We loved the storm and found it to be the best place to be to witness mother nature’s power. We even felt extremely safe knowing the castle has been there for hundreds of years! We cooked dinner every night and had no issues. The place was surprisingly warm even with the colder winds and rain outside. A great getaway and absolutely magical scenery. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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A Truly Unique Experience

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! If you are looking for a truly unique property and experience, Rincolisky Castle is an excellent choice. It truly is a once in a lifetime experience. The beauty, history and charm of the Castle is unbeatable. Stephanie has kept the original castle intact, but carefully updated it enough, but not enough to lose its character and charm. It is obviously the result of a labor of love. If you are looking for Disneyland Castle, this is not the place for you. This is the real deal.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023