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Sweet Cottage on a Headland -Beside a Beautiful Beach on the Wild Atlantic Way
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7
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Cork, Bandon, Munster
- Place, Timoleague Abbey18 min drive
- Place, West Cork Model Railway Village29 min drive
- Place, Inchydoney Island Beach33 min drive
- Airport, Cork (ORK)57 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Sweet Cottage on a Headland -Beside a Beautiful Beach on the Wild Atlantic Way
West Cottage is a unique 3 bedroom cottage nestled in the outstandingly beautiful surroundings of the Seven Heads, West Cork.
The cottage sleeps 7 people and if extra room is needed our Coach House (42688) or the main house (975680)can be rented.
THE LAY OF THE LAND:
An open plan sitting room & kitchen downstairs is floored with rustic slate and beautiful rugs & overlooks the a stunning vista of rolling West Cork countryside.
Kitchen contains all mod cons and cooking utensils.
Two steps lead up to a charming dining area which can comfortably seat 8 people (see Catering notes below!)
Next to this is a double bedroom with a window leading outside into the herb garden.
Upstairs to the left is the second bedroom which contains both double and single beds.
From here a small stone balcony has steps leading down into the garden and overlooking the rolling hills and Maloney’s beach.
Along the corridor upstairs is a bathroom including both a bath and a shower.
Beside this lies the master bedroom which has a a breathtaking view of the surrounding hillsides.
All double beds are king size .
For those who can’t totally embrace the seclusion of wild West Cork, we have WIFI set up in the cottage so you can keep in touch with the outside world!
OPTIONAL CATERING:
** (advance booking for this is essential) **
Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner are all available, just ask Gilly for more information & pricing!
We use our own organically minded, fresh produce from our garden & locally sourced meat to create some utterly delicious food.
All allergies & dietary requirements can be catered to.
Or, If you'd just prefer dinner, a delicious 4 course meal with locally caught fish or locally reared meat & vegetables plucked straight from our organically minded garden is €70 per person.
We can serve food in the comfort of the Cottage.
You can save a fortune on restaurant-priced wine by drinking your own bottles at dinner!
For sample menus, photos & reviews check our FB page by searching for Dunworley Cottage.
EXTRA ACCOMMODATION:
For extra accommodation we also have a coach house (VRBO Listing 42688) which sleeps three and has one bedroom on a balcony overlooking the sitting room which has a single bed in it. It also has a bathroom and a kitchen with all the necessary appliances in it. This can be booked at an extra cost. Or the main house which sleeps up to 13 can be booked (VRBO Listing 975680)
THE AREA:
Dunworley is on the breathtaking Seven Heads Peninsula, part of the Wild Atlantic Way route.
A sandy tidal beach lies just a moment's walk away and offers a tranquil swim, a rugged coastline climb, or just a wander around the beach.
The walks along our headland are absolutely incredible, with a 17th century watch tower, a secluded cove and a salt tower among it's delights.
The surrounding countryside is dotted with small colourful towns and villages, which provide a range of food from irish pub grub to high restaurant quality standard.
Clonakilty, the home of Michael Collins, is just seven miles from the cottage and has a wide variety of delicious restaurants and, in particular, a traditional Irish pub where many renowned bands play, De Barra's.
There is also the spoiling Incheydoney Spa with an indoor sea water pool and a thalassic health spa.
Bandon and Lisselan offer great golf clubs - Bandon (18 holes) and Lisselan (six holes).
Bandon also offers fishing on the sea trout and salmon river, day passes are available.
Kilcoleman fishery is well worth the day.
You can follow the Wild Atlantic Way from Dunworley to Kinsale for a stunning drive.
Be it during the day for some sightseeing (from 17th century forts to rugged walks along the headlands Kinsale is a haven for tourists) or by night for an uplifting irish experience, lively pubs host some excellent bands.
Courtmacsherry is another beautiful harbour town, just 5 miles away and has sailing, riding, sea fishing, and windsurfing facilities along the beautiful strand.
Barryroe Co-Op is the nearest shop, 2.5 miles away.
And the nearest pub is 1.5 miles away.
Keywords: Cottage, Wild Atlantic Way, The Gathering, Beach, Clonakilty, Cork, Ireland
The cottage sleeps 7 people and if extra room is needed our Coach House (42688) or the main house (975680)can be rented.
THE LAY OF THE LAND:
An open plan sitting room & kitchen downstairs is floored with rustic slate and beautiful rugs & overlooks the a stunning vista of rolling West Cork countryside.
Kitchen contains all mod cons and cooking utensils.
Two steps lead up to a charming dining area which can comfortably seat 8 people (see Catering notes below!)
Next to this is a double bedroom with a window leading outside into the herb garden.
Upstairs to the left is the second bedroom which contains both double and single beds.
From here a small stone balcony has steps leading down into the garden and overlooking the rolling hills and Maloney’s beach.
Along the corridor upstairs is a bathroom including both a bath and a shower.
Beside this lies the master bedroom which has a a breathtaking view of the surrounding hillsides.
All double beds are king size .
For those who can’t totally embrace the seclusion of wild West Cork, we have WIFI set up in the cottage so you can keep in touch with the outside world!
OPTIONAL CATERING:
** (advance booking for this is essential) **
Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner are all available, just ask Gilly for more information & pricing!
We use our own organically minded, fresh produce from our garden & locally sourced meat to create some utterly delicious food.
All allergies & dietary requirements can be catered to.
Or, If you'd just prefer dinner, a delicious 4 course meal with locally caught fish or locally reared meat & vegetables plucked straight from our organically minded garden is €70 per person.
We can serve food in the comfort of the Cottage.
You can save a fortune on restaurant-priced wine by drinking your own bottles at dinner!
For sample menus, photos & reviews check our FB page by searching for Dunworley Cottage.
EXTRA ACCOMMODATION:
For extra accommodation we also have a coach house (VRBO Listing 42688) which sleeps three and has one bedroom on a balcony overlooking the sitting room which has a single bed in it. It also has a bathroom and a kitchen with all the necessary appliances in it. This can be booked at an extra cost. Or the main house which sleeps up to 13 can be booked (VRBO Listing 975680)
THE AREA:
Dunworley is on the breathtaking Seven Heads Peninsula, part of the Wild Atlantic Way route.
A sandy tidal beach lies just a moment's walk away and offers a tranquil swim, a rugged coastline climb, or just a wander around the beach.
The walks along our headland are absolutely incredible, with a 17th century watch tower, a secluded cove and a salt tower among it's delights.
The surrounding countryside is dotted with small colourful towns and villages, which provide a range of food from irish pub grub to high restaurant quality standard.
Clonakilty, the home of Michael Collins, is just seven miles from the cottage and has a wide variety of delicious restaurants and, in particular, a traditional Irish pub where many renowned bands play, De Barra's.
There is also the spoiling Incheydoney Spa with an indoor sea water pool and a thalassic health spa.
Bandon and Lisselan offer great golf clubs - Bandon (18 holes) and Lisselan (six holes).
Bandon also offers fishing on the sea trout and salmon river, day passes are available.
Kilcoleman fishery is well worth the day.
You can follow the Wild Atlantic Way from Dunworley to Kinsale for a stunning drive.
Be it during the day for some sightseeing (from 17th century forts to rugged walks along the headlands Kinsale is a haven for tourists) or by night for an uplifting irish experience, lively pubs host some excellent bands.
Courtmacsherry is another beautiful harbour town, just 5 miles away and has sailing, riding, sea fishing, and windsurfing facilities along the beautiful strand.
Barryroe Co-Op is the nearest shop, 2.5 miles away.
And the nearest pub is 1.5 miles away.
Keywords: Cottage, Wild Atlantic Way, The Gathering, Beach, Clonakilty, Cork, Ireland
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Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
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Pets
No pets allowed
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About the area
Butlerstown
Located in Butlerstown, this cottage is in a rural area. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Cork, Bandon, Munster
What's nearby
- Timoleague Abbey - 18 min drive - 9.7 km
- Ringfort Lios-na-gCon - 23 min drive - 14.3 km
- Lisselan Estate - 26 min drive - 15.7 km
- West Cork Model Railway Village - 29 min drive - 18.1 km
- Inchydoney Island Beach - 33 min drive - 20.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Monk's Lane - 15 min drive
- Charlie Maddens Bar - 17 min drive
- Lifeboat Bar - 15 min drive
- Gulfstream Restaurant - 34 min drive
- Grange Tavern - 12 min drive
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Communication
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Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
1 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patrick H.
8 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beauty
Patrick H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tricia O.
31 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous country estate
Tricia O.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chandra W.
13 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property, Beautiful Neighborhood.
Chandra W.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James H.
12 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding in everyway.
James H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anthony B.
12 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loving Ireland.
Anthony B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jens Z.
6 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alles Prima
Jens Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Celeste C.
4 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Picturesque Dunworley Cottage
Celeste C.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicole S.
27 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious and gracious
Nicole S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
MATT V.
13 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely A Must Stay
MATT V.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tim F.
21 March 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As promised!
Tim F.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Phil K.
23 October 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful country cottage close to the beach and majestic cliffs
Phil K.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
leslie t.
16 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rural Paradise
leslie t.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rick W.
22 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot and great hosts
Rick W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Christina D.
1 August 2019
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Christina D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Preston H.
27 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Preston H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
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8/10 Good
Johann H.
24 June 2019
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Johann H.
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8/10 Good
Kendra V.
29 May 2019
Rustic, quirky cottage near beautiful beach
Kendra V.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent
Joe P.
25 May 2019
Lovely
Joe P.
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10/10 Excellent
barb s.
11 January 2019
Charming + relaxing!
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Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
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8/10 Good
John O.
25 October 2018
Great location, great host, fantastic food available
John O.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
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10/10 Excellent
Mitzi J.
29 June 2018
Darling, Rustic, Clean, Quiet
Mitzi J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent
John M.
6 June 2018
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Tanya d.
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About the host
Hosted by Gilly Murphy
We have a small garden in West Cork which we farm organically.
We have two cottages on the property which we rent out.
We have two cottages on the property which we rent out.
Why they chose this property
Dunworley is somewhere that we used to visit a lot, being the most beautiful beach in Ireland! The property used to be the famous organic restaurant, Dunworley Cottage Restaurant, where we we would often eat.
When it came on the market we fell in love and moved here with our family to start out own organic small holding.
We couldn't resist having the most breathtaking vistas on our doorstep!
When it came on the market we fell in love and moved here with our family to start out own organic small holding.
We couldn't resist having the most breathtaking vistas on our doorstep!
What makes this property unique
You can have a delicious gourmet dinner cooked by a professional chef.
Incomparable walks on the Seven Heads Peninsula (on the Wild Atlantic Way) with incredible views.
Incomparable walks on the Seven Heads Peninsula (on the Wild Atlantic Way) with incredible views.
Languages:
English, French
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