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Keanes' Cottage (A Special Holiday Rental)
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
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Explore the area
Youghal, Cork
- Red House14 min drive
- Youghal Lighthouse16 min drive
- Redbarn Beach19 min drive
- Cork (ORK)56 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Magnolia room
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
Pine Room
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Magnolia Room Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet
Pine Room Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Keanes' Cottage (A Special Holiday Rental)
Keane's Cottage (a restored ruin) is a special holiday rental offering it’s own unique experience that has been recently approved under the new 'Welcome Standard' by 'Failte Ireland' (the Irish tourist board).
The River Blackwater creates the boarder of Waterford and Cork Counties. As it approaches the town of Youghal it opens out into a large bay and then narrows before opening out to the ocean. On the West Side, the town of Youghal runs up a steep hill from the waters edge; on the East side of the bay are the fields dotted with houses of Kinsalebeg. Keanes Cottage is nestled on the Kinsalebeg side with a view of the town on the other side of the water and just a four minute walk to the bay. It is an excellent and central location for traveling to many landmarks and tourist attractions. An excellent walking or cycling location, the cliffs of Ardmore are only a 10 minute drive away. At least six beaches are within a ten minute drive. The main road (N25) between Cork and Waterford is only five minutes away. There are many golf course nearby.
But it is also a wonderful Cottage to just relax and enjoy, put your feet up in front of the fire. It has a spacious living room, dinning room and and kitchen and all the modern convinces. Large teak windows and skylights keep everything bright. We have done much to make your stay comfortable. We want for you to have a great stay and if there is any way we can help you with your planning or questions you may have please let us know. We are more than happy to help.
The River Blackwater creates the boarder of Waterford and Cork Counties. As it approaches the town of Youghal it opens out into a large bay and then narrows before opening out to the ocean. On the West Side, the town of Youghal runs up a steep hill from the waters edge; on the East side of the bay are the fields dotted with houses of Kinsalebeg. Keanes Cottage is nestled on the Kinsalebeg side with a view of the town on the other side of the water and just a four minute walk to the bay. It is an excellent and central location for traveling to many landmarks and tourist attractions. An excellent walking or cycling location, the cliffs of Ardmore are only a 10 minute drive away. At least six beaches are within a ten minute drive. The main road (N25) between Cork and Waterford is only five minutes away. There are many golf course nearby.
But it is also a wonderful Cottage to just relax and enjoy, put your feet up in front of the fire. It has a spacious living room, dinning room and and kitchen and all the modern convinces. Large teak windows and skylights keep everything bright. We have done much to make your stay comfortable. We want for you to have a great stay and if there is any way we can help you with your planning or questions you may have please let us know. We are more than happy to help.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 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 and a first aid kit
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Ardmore
Located in Ardmore, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Youghal Heritage Trail and Ardmore Beach, while Ardmore Pottery & Gallery and Fox's Lane Folk Museum are cultural highlights. Aquatrek and Perks Entertainment Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Youghal, Cork
What's nearby
- Ardmore Beach - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
- Red House - 14 min drive - 12.0 km
- Aquatrek - 15 min drive - 12.7 km
- Youghal Lighthouse - 16 min drive - 13.4 km
- Redbarn Beach - 19 min drive - 19.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Quays - 13 min drive
- Roma Grill - 14 min drive
- Clancy’s Bar & Restaurant - 15 min drive
- Tradehouse Central - Bar & Kitchen - 13 min drive
- Farrells Bar - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Rowland Orr
My Mother's grandparents lived in the little town of Tallow just 20 minutes away from Keane's Cottage. She purchased and restored the cottage some twenty years ago. She used to stay for six months here each year and six months in the US. It was really all her efforts and Love that made Keane's Cottage what it is today. When she was restoring the Cottage she met Chris and Marie, a wonderful couple who live just a mile away in Piltown. They became my Mother's best friends and all these years they have looked after the house when ever she was not there. They are the caretakers of the house and with out them the Cottage would not be here. When Guests have come to stay, they have always received them and stopped by to check that they are ok and that every thing is working well. When they come by please feel free to invite them in for tea. The photo above is of Chris and Marie taken a few years ago. They are sitting just outside the front door. A lovely place to sit with a cup of tea.
Why they chose this property
The Cottage is located in the center of the southern coast and is only five minutes from the main road between Cork and Waterford. It is only a seven to ten minute drive around the bay to the town of Youghal. You will find all your grocery needs there and there are numerous bakeries to find your Irish soda bread. I also recommend the Smoked Salmon from Youghal Bay Seafoods. It is made daily on location. I also recommend Jack O'Patsy Pottery from where the plates and bowls that are in the kitchen are made. They also have a very nice cafe and the Youghal Craft and Design Center is located up the stairs. There are plenty of places to eat as well. Also in Dungarvan 20 minutes away and Ardmore 10 minutes away.
What makes this property unique
Others who have come to visit have said Keane's Cottage is a unique experience unto it's self. With its teak windows, and deal wood floors and vaulted ceilings, and the wavey plaster walls. It is decorated with antiques that my Mother collected over the years. Much care has gone into making the house comfortable for your stay. It is for those with a historical appreciation and are looking for something a little different. It is our hope that the Cottage will not just be a place to stay but an integral part of your holiday or vacation experience. We hope that you will enjoy it as much as we do.
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