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DOONEEN, family friendly in Castletownshend, County Cork

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Located near Castletownshend, County Cork, Dooneen is a spacious cottage perfect for a coastal getaway with your loved ones. It offers six bedrooms, an open fire in the sitting room and conservatory views of the surrounding landscape. The property also features ample off-road parking and a large lawned garden to unwind after exploring historic castles or unspoilt beaches nearby.

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9.2 out of 10
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6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8175 sq m

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The current price is NZ$1,335
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

DOONEEN, family friendly in Castletownshend, County Cork

This detached cottage rests near Castletownshend, County Cork and can sleep 8 people in six bedrooms.

Dooneen is a spacious property situated on the outskirts of Castletownshend, County Cork. It comes with six bedrooms, comprising of a king-size bedroom, two ground-floor doubles with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, two doubles and a ground-floor twin, together sleeping 8 people. There is also a family bathroom with walk-in shower, separate bath, basin and WC, as well as a ground-floor bathroom with walk-in shower, separate bath, basin and WC and a cloakroom with basin and WC. Completing the interior is a kitchen/diner, a utility, a sitting room with open fire and a conservatory. Outside, there is ample off-road parking and a garden area. Dooneen is a superb property for a coastal getaway with your loved ones. Note towels are not provided so you will need to bring your own.

Amenities: Oil central heating and wood pellet fire. Microwave, electric oven and hob, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV and WiFi. Power inc. in rent. Bed linen inc. in rent. Ample off-road parking. Large lawned garden. Sorry, no pets or smoking allowed. Pub within 3.8 miles, shop within 3.9 miles. Please note: towels and wood pellets for the fire are not provided so you will need to bring your own.

Region: County Cork is full of truly breathtaking natural beauty. With unspoilt beaches, historic castles, and modern visitor attractions, there’s plenty for all ages to absorb and there is always plenty to see and do in County Cork.

Town: Castletownshend is a coastal village in County Cork, located just 6 miles away from Skibbereen. This small village was built up around a 17th century castle and today plays host to quayside and harbour which make attraction focal points of the area. Within the you village you will also find a selection of amenities, and a short drive from the village are a number of history landmarks, including Gurranes Stone Row and Knockdrum Stone Fort.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,884 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

572498

About the area

Castletownsend is home to this cottage. Birthplace of Michael Collins and Clonakilty Blackpudding Visitor Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Liss Ard Gardens and West Cork Arts Centre. The Corn Maize Maze and Smugglers Maze are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Castletownsend travel guide
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Skibbereen, South West

What's nearby

  • Castle Townshend
    11 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Irish Sky Garden
    12 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Liss Ard Gardens
    13 min drive - 8.3 km
  • St. Patrick's Cathedral
    14 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Skibbereen Heritage Centre
    14 min drive - 9.8 km

Restaurants

  • Kennedys Restaurant
    10 min drive
  • Riverside Cafe
    10 min drive
  • Apple Betty's
    10 min drive
  • Ár N-Ait
    10 min drive
  • Wild Ways @ Dillon's Corner
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is DOONEEN, family friendly in Castletownshend, County Cork pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at DOONEEN, family friendly in Castletownshend, County Cork?

As of 15 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at DOONEEN, family friendly in Castletownshend, County Cork on 29 Mar 2026 start from NZ$1,335, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at DOONEEN, family friendly in Castletownshend, County Cork?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DOONEEN, family friendly in Castletownshend, County Cork?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is DOONEEN, family friendly in Castletownshend, County Cork located?

Situated in Castletownsend, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Castle Townshend, Liss Ard Gardens and West Cork Arts Centre. Irish Sky Garden and Skibbereen Heritage Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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DOONEEN, family friendly in Castletownshend, County Cork Reviews

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9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia s.

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

What a view!

We enjoyed our trip so much. The house is lovely and the view amazing! Thanks for everything, Patrick!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bart M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good location with beautiful views. A little off the beaten track. Accommodation and amenities were pretty good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

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

Property excellent location issues

The property was excellent but over development is beginning to spoil the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Udo S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Urlaub

alles bestens - Patrick ist sehr freundlich und kümmerts sich sehr , dass der Urlaub schön wird
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth M.

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

Post stay

We felt towels should have been provided as we had travelled from Australia and the last thing you want to do is carry towels We ended up having to buy them unnecessary A hairdryer was also not available Netflix should also be provided The property has everything else required to accommodate our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

michelle f.

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

Fantastic stay

Fantastic location, owners amazing and very helpful on local knowledge, pictures don’t show how amazing it is there definitely going again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barry M.

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

Sea views

Beautiful view and relaxing location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica F.

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

Excellent

Very nice host,clean house
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Great stay.

Perfect. The owners were very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Virginia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024