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Rusheens Cottage. Charming comfortable cottage with sauna in peaceful valley.

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The Sauna
Open plan, bright Kitchen & Dining area. Dishwasher, Fridge, coffee maker, etc.
Open plan Living room, Fireplace, TV and comfy suite for those cosy evenings

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Kenmare, County Kerry
  • Place, Kenmare Stone Circle
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Beara Way Walk
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Kenmare Golf Club
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rusheens Cottage. Charming comfortable cottage with sauna in peaceful valley.

Charming country cottage with sauna in the quiet Ballygriffin valley nestled between the famous Ring of Kerry and the Ring of Beara with the heritage town of Kenmare only 10 minutes away.

Sauna with fountain shower. Underfloor central heating. Open fire. Smart TV, Optical Broadband Internet 500+Mbs

Use the Cottage as a base for hiking, cycling or motoring tours on the Kerry Way, the Beara Way or the Wild Atlantic Way.

An ideal location for cycling / motoring tours on the Ring of Kerry / the Ring of Beara.
Killarney National Park, Muckross House, Torc Falls 30 minutes by car. Blarney Castle and Cork City 90 min by car.

Adjacent to a ceramic artists studio and a yoga and meditation centre.

There are a number of activity and equestrian centres in the Kenmare area offering a wide range of activities including horse riding, water sports, archery, etc.

Golf, Fishing, Seafari, Walking, Hiking, Cycling, Water Sports, ....

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kinder sehr willkommen, wenn beaufsichtigt.
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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
Non smoking only
Wi-fi broadband, Electricity and Cleaning charge are included in the price. Gas use (for heating) is charged by consumption.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 362600
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Kenmare

Kenmare is home to this holiday home. Kenmare Golf Club and River Valley Stables are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Killarney National Park and Upper Lake. Derreen Gardens and Muckross Traditional Farm are also worth visiting.
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Map
Kenmare, County Kerry

What's nearby

  • Kenmare Stone Circle - 11 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Beara Way Walk - 12 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Kenmare Heritage Centre - 12 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Holy Cross Church - 12 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Kenmare Golf Club - 12 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Killarney Station - 35 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪PF McCarthys - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sailors Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The brewhouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mulcahys Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Boathouse Bistro - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rusheens Cottage. Charming comfortable cottage with sauna in peaceful valley. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rusheens Cottage. Charming comfortable cottage with sauna in peaceful valley.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rusheens Cottage. Charming comfortable cottage with sauna in peaceful valley.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rusheens Cottage. Charming comfortable cottage with sauna in peaceful valley.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rusheens Cottage. Charming comfortable cottage with sauna in peaceful valley. located?

Situated in Kenmare, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Beara Way Walk, St. Patrick's Church and Kenmare Heritage Centre. Kenmare Golf Club and Cromwell's Bridge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marcus place was wonderful , well provisioned and comfortable. The sauna was wonderful to go in every night. Jesse his dog was a wonderful addition that would meet us like clock work when we arrived and departed each day. Be sure to check out his wonderful pottery work.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Guillaume G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall an excellent stay, Markus took very good care of us and we received a warm welcome so many thanks ! The chalet is very confortable and has everything we need. The place is very peaceful and near many beautiful sites !
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karolina R.

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

Wonderful home away from home

Lovely cottage, perfect location. Great host, I could not have asked for more
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

ginny h.

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

A beautiful cottage in southwestern Ireland

It was always so nice to come home to this lovely cottage after a long day sightseeing!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron F.

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

1st trip to Ireland

We couldn’t imagine a more perfect place to stay on our first trip to Ireland. Secluded and stunning location yet close to Kenmare for easy trips in and beyond. Hosts are generously welcoming and care for the property with love.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

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

Wonderful stay

Our family had the most fantastic holiday, staying in Rusheens. Markus and Dhara are wonderful hosts, and the property is both comfortable and conveniently located near Kenmare, which allowed us explore various parts of Killarney National Park, Dingle, Derrynane and beyond. The sauna was a wonderful way to relax in the evenings. The kitchen was very well equipped and surpassed our expectation and made food prep for meals and picnics easy. I would highly recommend Rusheens, and we hope to return.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Lovely cottage

Owner provided detailed directions from main road . Cottage had everything we needed. The town of Kenmare is beautiful with lots of shops , pubs and restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Scott N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best host and location when in Kenmare. We so enjoyed our stay at this beautiful cottage hidden in the quiet hills outside Kenmare but a quick ride into this quaint village that had it all. Great shops excellent foods and the kindest people in Ireland. Highly recommend those hidden gem. We'll miss our morning visits from Jess the head of the operation and their dog. Simply the best place I've stayed while in Ireland.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karst B.

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

far out!

all the way up in the hills but not too far to be unconvenient. Everything you need is there. Sauna, great views, comfortably houses a family even if you decide to stay indoors all day. Very relaxed interaction with the owner.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane G.

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

Beautiful Hidden Retreat

We absolutely loved our stay at Rusheens, a lovely cottage with privacy and comfort in a most beautiful setting. Dara and Markus were warm and informative hosts, just the best. The town of Kenmare was a sweet surprise, with some great places to eat and see, among them Reenagross Park. Kenmare afforded us access to 3 peninsulas as well as Killarney National Park and many other sights. It was always a treat to return home at the end of a long day to the wagging tail of their sweet dog, Jess! We recommend Rusheens without hesitation!
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robin V.

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

Very private compact house - convenient to Kenmare

The house is perfect as a starting point to visit Kenmare, Cork, and 3 of Ireland's beautiful peninsulas in the south west. The kitchen is well stocked with all the needed utensils. Both hosts are delightful and we saw them only when we needed. The house was perfect for us 3 adults but might be a bit crowded if there were more. Very private parking area and entrance. Lots of light and cheery.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

kim S.

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

Serenity.

My son and I very much enjoyed our stay. The cottage is very comfortable and clean. The location is just outside of Kenmare, up a winding road that is in very good condition. The directions to the cottage were easy to find, look for the blue bicycle! Marcus, the host, is a warm and caring fellow. The cottage is on his property, between his home and his artist studio, but extremely private with its own, separate driveway. The location is very peaceful with views of forest and the hills in the distance. I will stay there again, which is the highest compliment! Kim S. Seattle, WA
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

mara w.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Country solitude

The property listing is misleading ..it is off the main road high in the hills(15min) one lane road .. very hard to find at night.. also we had to pay extra for gas which in the listing was not mentioned.. a surprise...but all in all it was a nice place for peace and quiet.. don’t think they rent very often.. I wouldn’t stay there again
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
The Cottage is reached from Kenmare via the N71 and the L11771 (both public roads maintained by the Kerry Council). The Distance from the Kenmare post office in the centre of town to the Cottage is 4.8km. Generally it takes less than 10 minutes to drive (the quoted 10 minutes will allow for driving extra carefully as the second, part of the road, the L11771 is a narrow country road accounting for 3km of the journey). Prior to arrival we send our guests a PDF document with clear directions and images for every turn between Kenmare and the Cottage (it is 1 turn of the main road N71 then follow the L11771 until you arrive at the Cottage) In addition the instructions include GPS coordinates for Car Navigation Systems, the Postcode which can be used by Google Maps to give turn by turn directions and there is a marker on Google Maps for our Google business listing of Rusheens Cottage. I give my mobile number in case the guests want to amend their arrival time or need help. So far we have had much praise for the directions as they contain clear directions with images and can be printed out ahead of the journey in case the car isn’t fitted with a Navigation System or the smart phone isn’t working. Due to changes in the HomeAway booking system the information about the gas charge was arriving after completing the booking with the booking confirmation. I appreciate it is appropriate to be given prior to booking. My apologies. I have now amended the house rules to display the information prior to booking. I hope this clarifies the issues and is helpful to future guests. Kind Regards Markus on behalf of Rusheens Cottage
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc L.

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

Epitome of an Ireland Stay

Hard to describe what an amazing place this was to stay at, and how much of an impact the property itself has had on our overall trip to Ireland. The location is perfect, with downtown Kenmare only a few minutes from the house. The surrounding area is so beautiful, it’s exactly what we had hoped for to get a real feel of what Ireland is all about. The host Markus was incredibly easy to talk with and so accommodating to us as well. The cottage had everything we could possibly need, but even more so, it had such a warm, peaceful vibe. It’s easy to see the owners have put a lot of effort and thought into making this a one of a kind, very special place. My girlfriend and I had romantic nights by the fire, a wonderful ambient kitchen to cook in, and a sauna to relax in after our daily ventures around the area! To top it off, the owners dog Jess (such a great dog), would come and visit often, much to our delight, to share some love, and help us with missing our beloved animal back home! The place was perfect, that’s not even a good enough adjective to describe it. It made the setting for my proposal so special to my now finance and me! We will be back any and every time we visit Ireland again! Thank you for all the memories Rusheen’s Cottage, you will live in our hearts forever. ~ Marc & Michele
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful cottage! This was the most comfortable bed I slept in during our visit to Ireland and the sauna was lovely. The location is beautiful - on a mountainside ten minutes from the picturesque village of Kenmare. Markus was an excellent host and Jess the dog was a sweetheart!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Sehr nette Gastgeber in einer grünen Idylle. Perfekt zum ausruhen und Natur erleben. Von dort kann man sehr gut Tagesausflüge machen (5 Minuten bis nach Kenmare)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Uns hat das Ferienhaus sehr gut gefallen. Es ist sehr geräumig: Es gibt eine große Wohnküche sowie drei Schlafzimmer, dazu zwei Bäder und eine zusätzliche Dusche. Das alles hat für uns als Familie sehr gut gepasst, zumal mit einer Teenagerin. Auch die gut ausgestattete offene Küche war zum Kochen für eine Familie super. Gern hätten wir mehr Zeit dort verbracht, weil die Region von Kenmare zum Wandern und Entdecken einlädt.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holger S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Lage und alles vorhanden, was man braucht. Kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt im Rusheen's Cottage sehr genossen. Besonders hervorzuheben ist die hervorragende (Küchen-)Ausstattung. Die Lage war ruhig und idyllisch, perfekt zum Entspannen, und auch die Sauberkeit ließ keine Wünsche offen. Einziger kleiner Kritikpunkt waren die Matratzen, die für unseren Geschmack etwas härter hätten sein dürfen. Insgesamt aber ein tolles Ferienhaus, das wir gerne weiterempfehlen!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander B.

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

Eine wunderbar ruhige Umgebung

Erholung von der ersten Minute, Küche war super ausgestattet, Sauna war auch klasse, Waschmaschine und Spülmaschine im Haus. Vermieter Markus sehr nett ( Saarlänner)
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

abritel69 L.

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

Vacances dans la nature

Nous avons passé une semaine dans cette location et nous en sommes ravis. La maison est perdue en pleine nature qui est luxuriante. C'est très calme, très reposant. Nous avons découvert la région et marché dans des réserves naturelles. C'est magnifique.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Birgit T.

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

Ort zum Entspannen

Großzügiges und gemütliches Haus mit Sauna inmitten grüner Hügel: Stille, Sternenhimmel und weite Natur, nur 10 Autominuten vom lebendigen Städtchen Kenmare entfernt, direkt am Ring of Kerry und Ring of Beara. Viele Ausflugs- und Wandermöglichkeiten in der Nähe, aber nur mir dem Auto erreichbar. Markus ist ein toller Gastgeber. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne A.

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

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans un endroit exceptionnel, rempli de sérénité, un paradis.

Le châlet se trouve dans un endroit très verdoyant et très protégé. En chemin, vous verrez courir des lapins. Vos yeux seront remplis de grands espaces, d’arbres, de plantes, de fleurs, chants d’oiseaux,… Si vous avez besoin de silence, de calme, de sérénité, de douceur, de paix, ce châlet ainsi que ses hôtes très discrets, vous en procureront. Markus et Dhara vous accueillent chaleureusement tout en restant très discrets. La communication avec eux, est très agréable. Ils aiment ce lieu et souhaitent le faire partager. Vous êtes des hôtes professionnels et humanistes. Leur chienne passe pour un câlin le matin et le soir. L’endroit est très propre, très bien entretenu et très chaleureux. Il est très bien équipé. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié le sauna. Le châlet spacieux et confortable se trouve dans un hameau de la ville de Kenmare. Il est très bien situé pour visiter Killarney et le Comté de Kerry. Nous y retournerons avec plaisir.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francois T.

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Balade en Kerry

Situation idéale pour visiter Kenmare et ses environs. Accueil sympathique et efficace de Marcus. Gite bien équipé et agréable. Nous le recommandons vivement.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Mooie vrije cottage, van de eigenaren die er naast wonen merk je niets. Heerlijk stil en alles erop en eraan. Heerlijk grote keuken en lekkere bedden.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dhara Spillane / Markus Jungmann

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We are an Irish - German couple who have left Cork City to settle in the beautiful Irish Countryside in 2010.
Jess our dog is part of the team she is always very exited to meet new people. She is very friendly with children and adults.
We want to offer our beautiful Holiday Cottage, which is located adjacent to our own House, to visitors, to share our appreciation of the countryside and surrounding nature.

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English, German

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