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Comfortable Irish Holiday Home in Fabulous Kinsale

Holiday home in Kinsale with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Kinsale, Cork
  • Place, Charles Fort
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Kinsale Rugby Club
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Desmond Castle
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cork (ORK)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Comfortable Irish Holiday Home in Fabulous Kinsale

The house (Neves) is on a hill over looking the Harbour and is quiet and private. It is a beautiful 15 minute walk along the Scilly walk right into the heart of historic Kinsale. This holiday home is equipped with a modern kitchen, new appliances and laundry facilities. There are two bright bedrooms and two full bathrooms both with walk in showers. The first bedroom has two queen beds and the bathroom is located just across the hall. The second bedroom has a king size bed with an ensuite bathroom. Relax in the open living and dining area with harbour views and a lovely Sunroom, perfect to enjoy your afternoon tea with a book!

Kinsale is famous for its Harbour and mild climate. The Harbour is ideal for yachting, sea angling, kayaking and dolphin and whale watching trips. There is an amazing Golf course nearby at the Old Head.

Kinsale today is a busy town with both locals and tourists. There are many shops along the quaint narrow streets with unique gifts, crafts, paintings, art galleries, book shops and many lovely Cafes perfect for your morning coffee and cake. Our favorite lunch spot is The Lemon Leaf Café.

Kinsale is the gourmet capital of Ireland. Our favorite restaurants are the Bullman, Man Friday, Fishy Fishy, and many others. We also love the Pink Elephant which is a beautiful 30 minute drive along the coast. It is our favorite for Sunday lunch.

We love to drive along the coast to the Old Head and beautiful quaint towns of Clonakility, Skibbereen and Bantry. Day trips around the Ring of Kerry and the Lakes of Killarney are a must.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

About the area

Kinsale

Located in Kinsale, this holiday home is by the sea. The Kinsale Museum and West Cork Heritage Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Lusitania Memorial Garden and Will and Away. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kinsale Rugby Club or Musgrave Park.
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Kinsale, Cork

What's nearby

  • Charles Fort - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kinsale Rugby Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Kinsale Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Desmond Castle - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Saint Multose Church - 3 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Cork Kent Station - 28 min drive
  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kitty O Se's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Koko - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dock Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fishy Fishy - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Bulman Bar & Toddies Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfortable Irish Holiday Home in Fabulous Kinsale pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Comfortable Irish Holiday Home in Fabulous Kinsale?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Comfortable Irish Holiday Home in Fabulous Kinsale?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfortable Irish Holiday Home in Fabulous Kinsale?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Comfortable Irish Holiday Home in Fabulous Kinsale located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Charles Fort and Kinsale Rugby Club. The Kinsale Museum and Desmond Castle are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marilou M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location! Well, and the house and set-up and friendly host(s). Only wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully appointed and situated in a great location. Clean and orderly. It is obvious the home is well-cared for. It was totally comfortable and we enjoyed coming home after daily excursions. I would recommend Neves in a heartbeat. The neighborhood was quiet and the daily greeting by the three doggies next door was the icing on the cake. Thank you for the attention you have paid to this special place in Kinsale.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne W.

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

Kinsale house with a view

The property was comfortable and homey. We were quite happy with the layout and the amenities. The view was spectacular and location was great.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Lovely, great views. Close to town

Very comfortable and well appointed home.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Clayton C.

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

Lovely Property

Stayed here for the month of June. Absolutely stunning home with spectacular views of Kinsale. Close to Kinsale town with great restaurants and pubs.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Wonderful home!

This is a beautiful, comfortable house in a lovely neighborhood. Great restaurants and splendid views of the harbor and countryside.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Barry K.

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

Quiet location

Very good all round. Lovely views and Kindsle wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Great property in great location for Kinsale

This is a very well fitted and furnished property in a great spot with lovely views and easy access to town on foot or by car. Sam and Amanda provide excellent support.

10/10 Excellent

Lesleigh O.

Wonderful house

Neves is a beautiful house with a glorious view out to the Atlantic Ocean. Comfortable, warm and only a 15 minute walk into beautiful Kinsale
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Perfect Stay

This is a lovely home, comfortable, spacious, with beautiful views to the ocean. Easily accessible to Kinsale with it’s fine restaurants, golf and attractions. We enjoyed a week just relaxing in the house, coming and going as we wished. Many thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Billy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place for a family. A short drive to Kinsale and easy access to Charles Fort. Close access to the Scilly Walk. It has a lovely outside area with a grill that we were unable to use due to the weather. I would have rated higher but we experienced problems with the heat system and hot water. During our week at the property, I know that it worked 1 night but the internal temp ranged 15-17 deg most of the stay. I had a few cold showers before we discovered the emergency heat for the hot water. The property manager offered to send a Plummer to look at the boiler on our last day there but we didn’t want to lose our last day in the area waiting for the repair. The last evening was chilly but they had extra blankets to help us stay warm. The other negative is that there was no outside light. The light on the garage was not working and it was very dark each day we got back due to early sunset, no moon and storms. There are a couple of grocery stores close to get food and supplies such as toilet paper and paper towels as there was limited supply for our trip.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky S.

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

A beautiful base

We really loved our stay in this house. It is decorated beautifully and feels so homely and comfortable - it truly is a home away from home. We explored Kinsale from here but also took advantage of all the great tips and recommendations given to us by the owner and property managers (their friends) including the day trip to Glandore which was stunning, and the other restaurants too. Highly recommend a stay here if you’re looking for a peaceful, comfortable home to stay in.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Such a lovely home in a great location!

Neve's Cottage was the perfect rental for us. It was a private location, but within walking distance to pubs and spectacular views. The caretaker, Sam, was very responsive when we had questions, but gave us our space and privacy. The home was so lovely and bright and relaxing that we spent a lot of our time just hanging out there. We love Kinsale and will definitely come back to Neve's!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Caroline H.

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

Perfect

Neves was perfect for 4 adults. Plenty of space, we’ll equipped and very comfortable beds! The view was lovely and it was an easy walk to the Bulman pub one way 5 mins) and Kinsale Centre the other way (10 to 15 mins) as long as you don’t mind a couple of steeper sections. The property owner responded to any questions very quickly. Would recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jerry D.

Excellent rental

The rental met all of our expectations. Everything that was promised was provided. The woman who helped maintain the property was very helpful not only with the workings of the house but also with shopping, directions, etc as we had never been in that area before. We highly recommend this rental.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Superb property with great views on edge of Kinsale

This is by far the best property we have stayed in Ireland (and we have been coming for 19 years!). It was extremely well presented and finished with all the creature comforts that could be desired. it was great to have very good TV and Wi-fi which is often poor. Amanda was very helpful and knowledgable and made arrivla and departure very easy. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

This property is spectacular!

My daughter and I had a fabulous time, Sam, Mandy and Penny could not have been more accommodating, They were wonderful! I hope I will have the opportunity to return To Kinsale again, We Fell in love with your beautiful country Anyone thinking about going to Ireland, run don't walk, the people are amazing! Meredith and Jackie
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

The great south

Neves was like a home from home. It had everything you could wish for and more. It felt like you were living in a family home you've known for a long time. Communication with the owner and caretaker was excellent friendly and informative. We would have no hesitation in recommending Neves to family and friends as a place to chill out and enjoy a relaxing break with its great location and well equipped property.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tony R.

tony and jo london

Beautiful property in a beautiful location with wonderful views.Amanda and Sam the property managers are outstanding made our stay fab many thanks to them both. All ready looking to make our next booking. Best wishes to all. Look forward to seeing you soon.Tony&jo.London

10/10 Excellent

Craig & Mary D.

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

The Perfect Home!

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed staying at this lovely home. Every room is comfortable and equipped with everything one would need. It is in a very quiet neighborhood and yet close enough to the village to walk to. We have already reserved it again for next year and highly recommend it as a first class home. (My wife tells me I shouldn't review it so highly as it might make it more difficult for us to rent in the future!) But it is true the place is lovely!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

daniel t.

Top notch property!!!!

Lovely views in a well appointed home,the caretaker's Sam and Mandy were a wealth of knowledge and very helpful, this property is a gem and lacks nothing a must stay when in Kinsale,the bed in the master suite was probably the best I ever slept on,this home was truly functional and beautifully decorated, the outdoor patio with views to die for, great way to relax at the end of the day or start your day with breakfast overlooking the bay,I absolutely would recommend this property, Penny thank you for sharing your family home and a seamless transaction
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Liane C.

"Neves", Kinsale Ireland

This 2 bedroom, 2 bath, single level home is perfect in every way. Proximity to Kinsale city center is excellent, the views from the home are outstanding, and the beds/furnishings are very comfortable. Amanda and Sam, the property managers, are very kind and attentive...They are easily reachable if there is anything at all that you need. I would highly recommend this home as a perfect place to stay when exploring the charming town of Kinsale and the many villages in southwest Ireland!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

little bit of Irish paradise

We could not have asked for anything more to make our stay in Summercove absolutely perfect. Even the Irish weather cooperated. The house is very very comfortable and was fully equipped (and more) for the stay. The pictures are great but the house is even better. The view is fabulous and the people so very friendly. Amanda was very helpful and responsive. The town is indeed a gourmet capital with Bulman's in Summercove being our very favourite!! The walk into town down Scilly walk and along the water superb.

8/10 Good

Chris C.

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

Spacious property

This is a clean, comfortable house, situated about 1.5 miles from the centre of Kinsale. It's well appointed with everything you would need in a vacation rental. As the owner states, your own transport is essential. We found some difficulty with getting a taxi from Kinsale once it goes beyond 8 - 9 o'clock in the evening. The Bulman gastropub is well worth a visit, only 5 minutes by car. You need to be in good shape to manage the hills around the property if you're walking!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Beautiful Home, Wonderful Views and Great Location

The house, Neves, was everything we were hoping for an dmore. An excellent loction to walk to both Kinsale and Summercove, and spectacular views of the Harbor and the Old Head in the distance (weather permitting). Amanda and Sam Kingston, the local property managers, were delightful and very helpful. Our inital contact, Penny (the owner) was very informative and timely in her responses to our questions. They (Penny, Amanda and Sam) also provided a lot of local information which was very helpful. We had stayed in Kinsale a few times befor, but it was nice to receive updates on both old and new restaurants, etc. from them.We will definitely be returning.

About the host

Hosted by Michelle Pereira

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Gary was born and raised on St. Kitts in the Caribbean. He grew up fishing, camping and spending time in the kitchen at his family's hotel. Cooking remained his passion throughout the years and, after attending St. Mary's University in Nova Scotia, he moved back to the island to pursue a culinary career. He has owned and operated several beachfront restaurants on the island and he is currently the proud owner of Reggae Beach Bar and Grill.

Mary was born and raised in Greenwood, SC. Growing up on a farm, she knew she wanted to become a veterinarian from a young age. After graduating from Clemson University, she enrolled at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine (RUSVM) in St. Kitts. She graduated from RUSVM and moved back to the island of St. Kitts where she has been employed at RUSVM for over 10 years.

Mary and Gary Pereira met while she was attending veterinary school and they have been married since 2006. They welcomed a daughter, Ava Kate, in 2012.

They love 'living de island life' and 'rushing slowly'!

Why they chose this property

This home belonged to Gary's grandfather, Hank, where he spend many happy years. It was then passed on to his mother, Lesley, and family from the Caribbean, Canada and the US have traveled to enjoy beautiful Kinsale. Gary has now taken on this home and enjoys extended stays here with his family ever year.

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