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Reviews of Luxury Seaside Cottage, Stunning Ocean Views, Waterville, Ring of Kerry

Luxury Seaside Cottage, Stunning Ocean Views, Waterville, Ring of Kerry
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9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews" "
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8.8/10

Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

Jordan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place!
Cute little place. The check in process was seamless. Jamie was easy to contact. They even left out some cereal and coffee for us which was so kind! Rooms were spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

traci B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous
It was a huge storm. We sat and drank coffee and tea watching the waves. Such a gorgeous view!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Lovely stay in this beautiful home with great amenities. I suspect after a long and probably successful summer there’s some touching up needed during the colder months but overall cleanliness was fine and (despite the monsoon weather) we were all cozy.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam D., Westport, Connecticut, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Stunning
Photos can't do this location justice. Simply waking up to the amazing and ever-changing views of Ballinskelligs Bay ensure you're beginning your day on a beautiful note. The house is situated just few minutes' drive from town, meaning you have all the amenities of the village without the tourist crowds coming off the buses to contend with. It's incredibly well-appointed, and dealing with James and Jenny was a true pleasure. We were in Waterville for a wedding, but look forward to coming back to the cottage at a later date for a lengthier stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Kerry Way...
Our family had a delightful visit exploring the beauty of County Kerry and enjoyed the welcoming kinship of its people...
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Velva E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Skellig Bay Haven
I can't imagine a more comfortable and spacious house for the five of us. We never tired of the view of the bay, from the many big windows and from our walks along the little road. The only downside was that it was so pleasant and I was so intimidated by driving that we didn’t head out on lots of adventures like I'd planned!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Karen H.

Great location!
Nice space for a siblings trip. Plenty of elbow room for four independent adults. Kitchen/dining area was utilized a lot. Plenty of books/games to use when chilling at the house. Jenny was helpful in guiding us to the unit in the dark. And the locale - spectacular! Overall, a property I'd recommend if you appreciate amazing scenery and a rustic setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Ian F.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable holiday in Kerry
Great views, good location for travelling around Kerry. Lovely welcome pack greeted us- much appreciated. Lovely comfortable house with good range of kitchen equipment available. However the company gave us inaccurate details of our contact person - which was embarrassing as that person no longer holds that role. She was very helpful, but the company did not respond when we asked them for assistance in relation to updated details for a contact person. The house would have benefitted from a good deep clean - not just 'dirt from a previous visitor'. The sheets were washed but not ironed (which we would expect in this price range), the sink in the main bathroom was cracked and the mould on the tiles in the ensuite of the main bedroom was quite extensive. We hoovered up at least 8 large spiders in the main bedroom on the first evening of our stay. Overall a lovely house with great potential - just needs some TLC and elbow grease to present it in its best - to paying customers.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hugh S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Skellig Cottage
Excellent property, spacious and well equipped. Fantastic location, and amazing view from the front of the house. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ninette M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, great views, great community!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this incredible property. The sheep and cow neighbors - walks to the beach - friendly community!! The home is has a great layout to enjoy the incredible views and sunrise/sunset and was very well equipped.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Skellig Cottage
Lovely property with stunning views. The photos really don’t do it justice. Comfortable and well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2021
Thanks Thomas, glad you had a great stay.

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

Liked: Cleanliness
August 2021
We had an excellent stay in this house. It is close to Derrynane beach and also Waterville, so good for exploring South Kerry. All the facilities are good for a family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Stay
This is a gem of a property. The house has fantastic views, is so peaceful and quiet yet located just a few km from a lively and beautiful village of Waterville and the ring of Kerry. Some nice touches also by the owner with a bottle of wine and a Nespresso coffee maker with lots of coffee. It was extremely clean and comfortable. We would definitely recommend this house and we would love to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous house
Overall a very relaxing and enjoyable holiday. Waterville is stunning . You can’t but be chilled ..
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vitaliy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday
Everything was just perfect. Great view, great house, great service. Highly recommend.

6/10 Okay

Damien M., Cork

Disliked: Cleanliness
Less excuses and more cleaning
Specifically the property at THIS price point needs to be cleaned properly after each guest/guests check out. We were told the previous guests made a big mess but the dirt we saw was a result of long term neglect in the cleaning department. Sticky floors, chewing gum stuck on window sills, filthy bathrooms and toilets. Needs to do much better. I hate leaving bad reviews and negativity in general but anyone thinking about staying here at this price may want to let their cleaning expectations be known before arriving. We enjoyed ourselves in the area and found everybody to be very nice but blaming previous guests for the state of the house is very inappropriate to put it politely.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Klaus B., Berlin, Germany

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply fantastic place to stay!
Jamie is a superb host. The many extra touches made this beautiful, tastefully decorated property instantly feel like home. The location is stunning, peaceful yet close to shops and amenities. Excellent stay. We‘ll be back for sure.
Stayed 32 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for the lovely comments, delighted you had a great holiday.

10/10 Excellent

Carmel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Skellig Bay Cottage
Very nice, thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Patty P., Columbia, MO USA

Thoroughly Enjoyed Our Stay!
Spacious, bright, very clean, comfortable beds, peaceful and yes - stunning views. What more could you ask for. Hope to return in the future with the family. There's so much to do in the area as well - historic sites, great restaurants & shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mélanie S.

Absolute paradise
I can’t even begin to describe how this place made us feel. Pure gold in the mountains with a clear and breath taking view of the ocean. Just a short drive to some truly amazing sights. The cottage itself is fantastic. Clearly a loved home, very clean and comfortable. I wish we would have stayed longer. Highly recommend for a long stay. Hoping to return one day, did not disappoint.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gregg C.

Fabulous get away spot with fantastic views!
Spectacular view of the ocean from the house right on the Kerry Way. We were there off season and it was great. There are heated floors, a nice big bath tub, and plenty of amenities. Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thanks Gregg, I am delighted you had a great stay with us.

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Fantastic!
Skellig Bay Cottage is a treasure! Open lightfilled spaces, stunning views and great location for exploring County Kerry and beyond. We (recently retired husband and wife) spent 4 weeks hiking, playing golf and experiencing the gentle quiet life of Southern Ireland. The house suited our needs perfectly for just the 2 of us and the guests we had during our stay.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Absolutely stunning cottage and location!
This cottage and surrounding area is a piece of paradise! The pictures don't do it justice! It was the most peaceful, beautiful place I have ever been to! The property is perfect, built with a lovely view from every window, with panoramic views of the bay and fields of sheep and cows behind. I sat out every evening watching incredible sunsets and listening to the gentle hush of the sea and the bleating of lambs! It is close to Loher stone fort, a secluded beach, 8 minutes drive from Waterville village (but set in a quiet secluded area out of town). Everything you need is provided including washing machine, dishwasher, great selection of books, music, binoculars, TV, Dvd's, comfy beds and spacious accommodation with plenty of storage. The house and surrounding area is so beautiful, and within easy reach of many destinations including Portmagee and the Skellig islands, Kerry's spectacular cliffs, Killarney and other stops along the Ring of Kerry. We couldn't have asked for more and definitely plan to return! In fact if this house was for sale I would buy it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brady M., Iowa City, IA USA

Photos do not do it justice
Exceptional home. Have to see it to really appreciate it. Within walking distance to town. Approximately 35 minutes but along the ocean on the Kerry Way. Stay here, you will not regret it.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for your comments and I am deligheted you had a great time

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda S., Sherwood Park, Alberta

Skellig Cottage
Awesome location and fantastic cottages. There was lots of room and the kitchen was well equipped. Waterville is a cute little village with amazing golf courses and good pubs. Highly recommend for anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Silke P.

Our beautiful Holiday at Skellig Bay Cottage in Waterville
We had a very nice stay at Skellig Bay Cottage. The house is very generously cut and very nicely furnished. The view is fantastic. We felt very comfortable.

10/10 Excellent

Julia S., New York, NY, USA

Spacious cottage, seaside setting, stunning sea views.
Very comfortable and clean, nice furnishings, modern, near to beach and ancient Lohet Fort, great location for long country walks, boat trips to Skellig Islands, and Ring of Kerry.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R., Mountlake Terrace

Such a lovely cottage and a beautiful view!
We came on a family vacation with 7 people. There was plenty of room for all of us. We had a lovely holiday!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2016

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Lovely spacious cottage with stunning views.
Great base to visit all the beautiful places around the ring of Kerry Highlight include Derrymane beach and the trip around the Gap of Dunlow The cottage had everything we needed would definitely recommend to everyone Nice warm welcome from Elaine got our holiday off to a great start ?
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Baukje V., the Netherlands

Amazing place. Beautiful and spacious house in a spot with ever changing views over the bay.
This is a very nice house with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The kitchen area is huge and the views from the windows are really amazing. Its a 180 degrees view of the bay with ever changing vistas. No matter what the wheather is. We found it hard to leave the place after only one week. The house is well equipped, with several sitting areas. Only remark on the downside is that some kitchen appliances start to show some tear and wear. Nice surpise was the availability of a Nespresso coffee maker with a milk frother for a real cappuccino. So bring the cups of your own liking for a perfect coffee ;)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

8/10 Good

Fay Hopf

Quiet cottage in great location
We were two couples from Australia enjoying a 3 week stay in Ireland. The cottage accommodated us well but we would not call it a luxury seaside cottage. The kitchen facilities were very good and we really appreciated the new coffee maker. The only thing that could be added to the kitchen is a couple of containers with lids. The milk etc in the fridge was much appreciated. Both of the en suite bathrooms are very small and restrictive and the showers lack a soap container and there is only a towel rail for the hand towel and washer. Perhaps some towel hooks in the bedrooms would assist with this problem. We dined out on most evenings and on the last night we went to the Smugglers Inn Restaurant (near the Golf Course) and we had the best meal of our 2 months holiday - would really recommend this to other guests. They even have an Early Bird Menu offer which is extremely good value - get there by 6.30 pm.

8/10 Good

Phil D.

Lovely and comfortable cottage situated in an ideal location to explore the delights of Kerry
There were nine of us in our party when we stayed at Skellig Bay cottage in June 2016 (6 adults, 2 children and a toddler). We were very lucky as the weather was exceptional, which allowed us plenty of time to bathe on the beautiful Derrynane Beach which is just a 10 minute drive from the cottage. There is plenty of other things to see within walking distance of the cottage itself, for example the old fort just up the lane and the secluded cove which is about 400 meters in front of the cottage as the crows flies. However it’s still a 20 minute walk to get to it following the road. The cottage was perfect for our stay, there was plenty of room for us all to be together or have our own space and the facilities were great. It is laid out in a modern open plan style and is tastefully decorated. The beds were really comfortable and we never struggled with heating or hot water for showers and baths. Sitting out on the terrace of an evening as the sun goes down is delightful and we often ate our tea outside, using the BBQ as well. Our only minor complaints about the place was at times we had to wait for cold water to come through the taps, the lock on the main bathroom door kept getting stuck (locking people inside) and the absence of a parasol outside. Apart from these minor observations everything else was very good. We did however find the refuse a bit tricky to manage having only been given one normal and one recycling bag for a full week. That said, everything else we needed was very well catered for. We would highly recommend Derrynane Beach, followed by a spot of lunch in the Blind Piper. The anti clockwise drive from Waterville to Killarney is stunning and Valentia Island and Portmagee is worth a visit.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2016

10/10 Excellent

Judith H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wundervoll ruhiges, grosszügiges Haus mit Blick aufs Meer und Schafweiden
Das Haus ist sehr ansprechend eingerichtet, geräumig, schöne Schlafzimmer und Wohnbereich und Küche. Der Blick aufs Meer und die umliegenden Schafweiden ist wunderschön. Grosser Garten perfekt zum Spielen für die Kinder. Sehr sauber, Küche vollständig eingerichtet und mit Grundnahrungsmitteln/Putzzeug ausgestattet. 8 Minuten mit dem Auto entfernt von Waterville, wo es einen grossen Supermarkt und eine Gelateria hat. Kontakt mit dem Gastgeber/Putzfrau unkompliziert per Whatsapp.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and amazing view
The house was really great with a magical view on the bay ! Lots of lanscapes to explore. Everything was perfect and clean. Thanks for everything ! Looking forward to come back again. Jeanne and family
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johannes Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a perfect holiday. Everything went smoothly and the location is outstanding.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Skellig bay cottage et sa vue
La maison est magnifique, spacieuse et une vue sur la baie très reposante ! Que dire de l anneau de Kerry et de ses paysages sauvages :). Si vous êtes à la recherche de calme et de dépaysement l Irlande est fait pour vous. Un grand merci à James pour ce séjour
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Michaela P.

Alles super!!
Das Haus war sehr geräumig für 8 Personen. Es war alles da was man braucht.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

Très joli cottage avec une vue fabuleuse
La maison conforme au descriptif avec une très belle situation, un équipement complet, un espace vie très confortable permettant d'apprécier la vue à 180 degré même par mauvais temps. Les enfants peuvent jouer dehors en toute tranquillité. Grand calme, et un ciel magnifique le soir. C'était super
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Alexandra A., Bremen, Germany

Sehr schönes Haus ind wundervoller Lage
Eine Traumaussicht und ein wirklich schönes Haus.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Nicole H.

Nice Location and the Ring of Kerry is just beautiful
Die Unterkunft war in Ordnung und hatte einen wirklich sehr schönen Blick aufs Meer. Die Gegend ist atemberaubend schön. Ist eine Reise wert.

10/10 Excellent

Henny P.

Beautiful spacious cottage with amazing ocean view
Beautiful cottage with amazing view - spacious interior with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and large common area. Lots of things to do on the peninsula (caherdaniel with derrynane beach, skellig islands, Valentia island, Killarny national park etc) - roads are very narrow though which makes driving around an interesting and time consuming experience ;) Only down side: for being advertised aus "luxurious" furniture and surfaces were rather dirty (sticky surfaces and kitchen appliances, very dirty carpet and couches) - maybe that would call for improvement, we noticed but didn't care much. Nevertheless we would come back as the space is plenty for up to 8 people and the area is simply beautiful!!!! Caretaker and owner are super friendly and helpful!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

8/10 Good

simona t.

erholsamer Urlaub
das cottage war sehr geräumig und hatte eine prima ausstattung. wir haben uns rundum wohlgefühlt und von dort aus die umgebung erkundet.