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Young's Cottage or "Tigh na Meala" on the Wild Atlantic Way Dingle Peninsula

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Youngs Cottage by the sea
Exterior
Lunch al fresco
Entrance to the kitchen
Kitchen with traditional irish dresser

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Young's Cottage or "Tigh na Meala" on the Wild Atlantic Way Dingle Peninsula

"Tigh na Meala" is the Irish for "House of honey" which was the original name of this two-storey cottage, stunningly situated on the Atlantic coast 10 min outside of Dingle town in the direction of Feothanach, Ballydavid and Brandon Creek. There are three bedrooms, one with a double bed( master), one with a bunk bed (two singles) and one with a double bed and single bunk (sleeps 7 total). The beautifully renovated farm house has a large kitchen and living room with a traditional fireplace including the original antique iron crane (see photo). There is a cosy bathroom downstairs with bath/shower and a toilet upstairs as well. The breathtaking view from the front of the house looks directly out on Smerwick Harbour to the south and to the West lie the Three Sisters and the Atlantic horizon. To the east is Ireland's second highest mountain, Mt. Brandon, climbed by Celtic/Christian pilgrims since the early Middle Ages. Also visible in the distance are the hills of Great Blasket Island. Total privacy, a cosy house facing the North Atlantic & proximity to Dingle's lively pub scene are what this house offers.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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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

Try to leave the house tidy as you found it especially the kitchen with utensils washed and stowed away. Thank you very much

Important information

You need to know

Property # 646953
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property

About the area

Ballydavid

Located in Ballydavid, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. St. Brendan's House and Gallarus Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Louis Mulcahy Pottery and Kingdom Falconry. Dingle Pitch & Putt Course and Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Dingle, Kerry

What's nearby

  • Kilmalkedar Church - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • St. Brendan's House - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Gallarus Castle - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Gallarus Oratory - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Dingle Harbour - 18 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tigh Ui Chathain (Kane's) - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tig Bhric - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Oratory Café - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gorman's Cliff Top Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tigh Uí Mhurchú (Murphy's Pub) - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Young's Cottage or "Tigh na Meala" on the Wild Atlantic Way Dingle Peninsula pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Young's Cottage or "Tigh na Meala" on the Wild Atlantic Way Dingle Peninsula?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Young's Cottage or "Tigh na Meala" on the Wild Atlantic Way Dingle Peninsula?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Young's Cottage or "Tigh na Meala" on the Wild Atlantic Way Dingle Peninsula?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Young's Cottage or "Tigh na Meala" on the Wild Atlantic Way Dingle Peninsula located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Mount Brandon, Kilmalkedar Church and St. Brendan's House. Gallarus Castle and Gallarus Oratory are also within 6 miles (10 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. 92 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aileen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Storybook setting, loved our stay
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 December 2025
Thank you so much! I am very you enjoyed your stay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kathleen was incredibly welcoming, helpful, responsive and kind.
Plenty of sheep surrounding the cottage.
Beautiful sunset
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 March 2026
Thank you so much. It was a pleasure to have you as my guests
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous location, homely cottage. Had a quick dip in the sea! Great kitchen, lovely bath. Bit tricky to find in the dark, but loved our stay. Diolch/Thanks
Amazing views
Had a great Sunday roast!
Cozy evenings by the fire place
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 March 2026
I am so happy to hear how much you enjoyed staying at the cottage. I hope you come back to visit again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Wonderful stay for our anniversary

We had a lovely stay at your cogtHe
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 April 2025
Thank you !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georg E.

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

Very Cozy Cottage

Very tasteful and personal cottage that makes you feel at home from the first moment. The house is very well equipped, and every single room has a comfortable and friendly atmosphere magnificent sights on sea and landscape.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 December 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to review your stay. I am very happy you enjoyed it and hope to welcome you back in the future
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Stay for Dingle Marathon

Was in town for the Dingle Marathon and this was a great place to stay. Very peaceful and still close to everything we needed to get to.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Dear David, I am happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at the cottage and that it fitted well with your marathon weekend. Best wishes, Kathleen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob R.

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

Stunning & very peaceful Location!

We loved everything about our stay at Young's Cottage. While exploring the whole peninsular we saw amazing views at every turn. But at the end of each day, we both believe the best views were those from our front yard.The house had everything we needed, host were very responsive and we will be back to stay here again.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. I am so happy to hear that you had a lovely stay. I look forward to welcoming you back in the future
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tod S.

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

Lovely traditional cottage!

We were impressed with how well the cottage was equipped and maintained, and the setting is so peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 November 2023
Thank you. very happy to hear you liked your stay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla R.

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

Perfect stay

A delightful Irish cottage on the coast with beautiful views and hikes. Comfortable, sweetly furnished, perfect for 2 couples or a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2022
Dear Carla, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay at Youngs Cottage and I am so glad you enjoyed it. Best wishes, Kathleen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariana W.

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

Beautiful view!

What a great place to stay near dingle! Close to the city but far enough away to be alone in nature. Amazing view and calm area. Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2023
Thank you! I love to hear that guests had a great stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

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

Gorgeous whitewashed stone cottage

Comfortable cosy cottage boasting magnificent views, a short drive from beautiful Dingle town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 November 2023
Thank you so mcuh
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ash H.

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

Unique stay

A unique, very homely cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2023
Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen G.

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

A gorgeous, cozy late April stay

What a special trip our entire family had! The location is breathtaking and the cottage provided a comfortable and quiet home base for our weeklong trip. We are so grateful for the chance to stay in such a lovely home, and can't wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. I am so happy you enjoyed your time at the cottage. You will always be welcome!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony K.

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

Kerry Stay

We had a great time staying at the property. The views were amazing and the cottage was ideally located outside Dingle where you could travel easily around Slea Head.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2022
Thank you for reviewing Youngs Cottage and so sorry I didn`t rely to you a year ago already. Much appreciated your words, K
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Stunning Views

We had a lovely stay in Young’s house. The house has stunning views and was a lovely place to holiday in.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2022
thank you for your review and sorry it has taken me so long to respond
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon C.

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

Wonderful house in quiet neighborhood

Peaceful, beautiful setting. Well equipped kitchen,
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to review your stay. I am glad you enjoyed the peace and quiet
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richella R.

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

Brilliant stay

Lovely property with stunning views. Great location. Thanks for everything !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2022
You are very welcome!
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful, relaxing location

We enjoyed our 3 nights at the cottage. Lots of room, lots of charm, and a good value. We stayed at lots of high end, expensive, small B&B’s this trip, and this was a nice, relaxing break to get away from all the people and traffic.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2021
Thank you very much for your review. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay at Youngs Cottage. Best wishes, Kathleen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ruth mcneilage

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

Youngs cottage

This is a lovely house in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2022
Dear Ruth, Thank you very much for the taking to review your stay at Youngs cottage. Best wishes, Kathleen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had everything we needed here for a long, nearly 3 month stay. The upper rooms were warm and comfortable. The kitchen was ample. We loved, loved, loved the location of this particular cottage. It's unique. If you hike up Mt. Brandon you can see the beauty of this particular location just above Feotanaugh Bay. We had various family visit during our near 3-month stay at this property. They were comfortable and appreciated the updated bathroom facilities as well as the kitchen, which had a very strong modern oven. Some days you look out and see mist hanging over the bay, or you might see Eoghan, the cattle farmer moving his herd. Don't miss the ring fort of prehistory, just a few hundred yards from the property.
Stayed 84 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 December 2025
I am so happy to hear of your good times in Baile Dháith. You are certainly missed by our lovely neighbours
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lisa b.

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

Privacy and rustic

We enjoyed the rural comfort of this cottage. Leisurely walks and sheep close by gave a charm to our experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2023
Thank you. I hope you will come back some time in the future K
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

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

Magical

Perfect for a peaceful idyllic getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 March 2023
Thank you Caroline, so glad you had that experience at the cottage. Kathleen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

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

Beautiful rural setting

Thank you for a fantastic stay at your cottage. It had all the facilities needed for a real break away. The location was just right to explore the Dingle peninsula.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2022
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. I am so happy to hear you had a great vacation. I hope to welcome you back again in the future. K
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If I could rate this darling cottage and its incredible hostess higher, I would. This darling place is absolutely magical. Kathleen, the hostess, is an angel. Kathleen thought of everything and every convenience to have to make your stay so amazing. I kept extending my stay because I did not want to leave this adorable cottage and its gorgeous setting. I literally cried as I drove away. I have never stayed in a place that has brought so much peace to my soul and spirit. It was beyond anything I can even imagine. It was like living in a dream. When I come back to Ireland, this is where I want to find myself. The pictures are beautiful, but they don’t even do it justice. No place I have ever been compares to Young’s Cottage and I have never engaged with such a wonderful hostess. I feel so blessed that I was lucky enough to have found this precious place. It is outstanding and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for such a unique experience in Ireland. Thank you so much Kathleen!! I will always cherish my time at Young’s Cottage!!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 March 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely comments. It was equally a pleasure to have you as a guest. Please come back soon
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amgela A.

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

Dingle Escape

Had a lovely relaxing break in Youngs Cottage, very quaint cottage in remote setting with stunning views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2022
thank you so much for taking the time to write a review.

About the host

Hosted by Kathleen young

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I am originally from County Cork. I grew up in an irish speaking family and we spent our childhood holidays in West Kerry. I fell in love with the area and the cottage is now my family holiday home with my three sons. The area is an inspiration for me as a singer with the area`s rich irish traditional music culture.

Why they chose this property

The cottage is a unique location with total privacy and stunning uninterrupted views of Smerwich Harbour and the Atlantic ocean. Winter or summer, it is a beautiful warm,quiet and peaceful place to be.

What makes this property unique

It is a traditional house maintaining its original character with wooden beams and stone floors. There is a feeling of going back 100 years in time. For me it is the only place in the world where time stands still and one can forget all the stress of work and modern living.

Languages:

English, German

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