Watch House Cottage

About this property

A delightful, mid-terrace cottage situated on the harbour in the pretty village of Knightstown on Valentia Island, County Kerry. This beautiful Knightstown cottage is perfect for spending time together as a family or with your loved one. Open the front door of this Knightstown cottage and you are immediately greeted by the bustling harbour and pier with a multitude of activities available. This charming Knightstown cottage has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area. Outside this charming Knightstown cottage is a rear courtyard, ideal to relax in with a drink, or why not sit out at the front of your holiday home and watch the fishing boats return from the ocean, before sampling the catch yourself at one of the quality restaurants nearby? Just a short distance from this lovely Knightstown cottage, there are impressive mountains including Geokaun Mountain, Fogher Cliffs, and the lighthouse at Cromwell Point, together with spectacular walking trails. Just a short distance away from this charming County Kerry cottage, and running every ten minutes, you can take a short ferry ride to the mainland, or if you prefer, take the bridge and arrive on the famous Ring of Kerry, Ireland’s most renowned scenic drive. On this stunning stretch of the Wild Atlantic Way, you will find a multitude of interesting villages and unspoilt beaches. The popular town of Killarney is within driving distance with many festivals and events, family-friendly amenities, and a selection of shops, cafés and bars to enjoy. The picturesque National Park and Gap of Dunloe are perfect spots for a bike ride and golfers will love the challenging courses around the area. Whatever you’re looking for, this welcoming Knightstown cottage is a great choice for a memorable Irish holiday.

Knightstown is the main village on Valentia Island, which lies off the coast of the Iveragh Peninsula in County Kerry. It is accessible from the mainland by ferry from Reenard Point, or via the road bridge at Portmagee. Knightstown provides restaurants, Irish pubs and local shops. It is also the departure point for boat and fishing trips. With around 650 residents Valentia Island stands out as one of the westernmost inhabited locations in Europe, and was the site of the first permanent communications link between Europe and the United States. The Island is famed for its magnificent 'Fogher' sea cliffs on the northern side of the Island, and the subtropical gardens at Glanleam House.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Ground floor wet room with shower, basin and WC.

Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Electric central heating.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Free-to-air channels, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books and games.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot and highchair.

Off road parking for 1 car.

Courtyard garden with furniture.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop, pub and beach 1 min walk.