Guests say
Carraig Oisin is a spacious, beautifully maintained cottage with breathtaking views and a tranquil setting, perfect for families and groups seeking relaxation and a base to explore the Ring of Kerry. Guests consistently praise the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable living spaces, and excellent communication with the owner and housekeeper. The property offers privacy, cosiness, and thoughtful touches, with many reviewers highlighting the spectacular scenery and proximity to beaches and local attractions. Minor drawbacks mentioned include the narrow access road, occasional issues with heating, and some beds being on the smaller side, but overall guest experiences are overwhelmingly positive.
The majority of reviews describe the property as spotless, clean, and tidy, with only one mention of slight dustiness. Overall, guests are very satisfied with the cleanliness.
The location is repeatedly described as stunning, peaceful, and ideal for exploring the Ring of Kerry, with magnificent views and easy access to beaches and local towns. The only minor concern is the narrow access road.
Guests find the cottage cosy, spacious, and comfortable, with ample room for large groups. Some mention beds being a bit small and occasional heating issues, but overall comfort is highly rated.
The house is praised for being extremely well equipped, from the kitchen to entertainment options, with everything needed for a relaxing stay. A few minor suggestions include a larger dining table and clearer instructions for appliances.
Several guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome gifts (milk, bread, jam), a well-stocked kitchen, and helpful communication. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Waterville 3.5 miles. A superb, detached cottage situated in a beautiful position overlooking Waterville Bay on the Ring of Kerry, County Kerry. This Waterville cottage is beautifully furnished and provides quality holiday accommodation that you will fall in love with. Featuring five bedrooms, two with en-suites, this Waterville cottage has a spacious fitted kitchen, as well as a cosy sitting room with large bay windows exposing the magnificent view, which will keep you distracted for hours! Outside this Waterville cottage is a large garden with patio area, so why not enjoy a glass of wine and admire the peaceful surroundings to help you truly unwind? The renowned Waterville Golf Club is close to your holiday cottage, as is the Kerry Way, which takes in the stunning scenery that dominates the local area.
The quaint seaside village of Waterville offers plenty of pubs, shops and restaurants. The expansive Lough Currane offers excellent fishing opportunities or why not take a boat trip to the Skelligs, visit Derrynane National Park or lose yourself on one of the many golden beaches that dot the coastline of this idyllic part of Ireland? This Waterville cottage provides a wonderful setting for an unforgettable self-catering holiday.
Lying between Lough Currane and Balinskelligs Bay sits the coastal tourist resort of Waterville. It is surrounded by spectacular mountain and lakeland scenery, and the sandy beach at Waterville is unspoiled and offers the perfect spot for a great day on the beach. The resort also has an 18-hole golf course and some interesting archaeological remains that are worth investigating. For keen walkers, the Kerry Way is close by and anglers may care to take advantage of one of the area's many rivers and lakes. There are boat trips to places of interest such as Beginish Island, Skelligs and Dingle, and the vibrant town of Cahersiveen is only 10 miles away and has a wide variety of amenities. This is a fabulous base from which to see this stunning part of Ireland.
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin, 2 x ground floor double (one with en-suite shower, basin and WC), 1 x ground floor twin.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area (seats 6).
Utility.
Sitting room (seats 5) with open fire.
Oil central heating with open fire.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with FreeSat and access to Netflix and Amazon Prime, DVD, CD/radio, High speed broadband/WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off road parking.
Lockable outside storage.
Enclosed front and rear lawned garden with patio, furniture and BBQ.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 3.5 miles.
Note: In addition to the appliances in the kitchen (listed above), there is also a separate building to the rear of property, which contains a fridge, sink and electric oven and hob.
Note: Max 8 adults.
Reviews (25)
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Susan
Lovely home , beautiful views , great communication , highly reccommend , hpuse was stocked nicely , we put on a fire every night , very cosy great memories , thank you
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Martina
Spectacular views comfortable and cosy. Great for family reunion. Everything you could possibly need. Great location for the ring of Kerry. Would highly recommend. Great value for money.
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Fiona
The house was beautiful and the views from it were spectacular. It was well stocked with everything that we needed. The rooms were spacious and comfortable. It was a great base for exploring during the day and relaxing in the evening. Would definitely recommend and will be back.