Welcome to Birch Tree Cottage. This detached cottage situated very close to the town of Castletownbere in County Cork sleeps seven people in four bedrooms.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x ground floor double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x double (one with en-suite shower, basin and WC), 1 x single. Bathroom with Jacuzzi bath, shower over, basin and WC. Ground floor basin and WC. Kitchen with breakfast bar (seats 4) and dining area (seats 6). External utility. Sitting room (seats 6) with multi-fuel stove. Conservatory (seats 4). Oil central heating with multi-fuel stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer in utility, dishwasher, TV with Free-to-air channels, DVD, radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs. Fuel inc. in rent 1st April-31st October, charged by meter reading 1st November-31st March, first ?20 inc. in rent. Power and starter pack for multi-fuel stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair. Ample off road parking. Lawned garden with patio and furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop, pub and harbour 10 mins walk. Please note: this property does not allow short breaks, only weekly bookings.
Location
Birch Tree Cottage is a detached, family cottage situated only a ten minute walk from the seaside town of Castletownbere in County Cork. This cottage sleeps seven people in four bedrooms, consisting of one ground floor double with en-suite, two first floor doubles, with one boasting an en-suite and a single, as well as a bathroom with Jacuzzi bath. This cottage also has a kitchen with breakfast area and dining area, a sitting room with multi-fuel stove and a conservatory. Outside there's off road parking and a lawned garden with patio and furniture. Birch Tree Cottage is an excellent base for walks, cycle rides and numerous activities.
The town of Castletownbere is situated at the foot of the Caha Mountains on the Beara Peninsula in County Cork. With stunning scenery, this seaside resort offers many seafood restaurants, plus the Beara Peninsula boasts wonderful walks and cycle routes. There's also a number of activities in the area including boat trips, sea angling, canoeing, sailing and kayaking.
Reviews of Birch Tree Cottage
"This house was amazing; we've stayed at lots of holiday homes in Ireland, and this was one of the best! The location was perfect: the house is surrounded by well-kept shrubbery and hedges, giving it a secluded feel, but within easy walking distance of the quaint town of Castletownbere. Upon arrival we discovered a lavish welcome pack of fresh fruit, biscuits, tea, two kinds of bread, butter and jam, and a quart of milk! The house is beautiful and definitely not a typical rental, more like an up-scale Irish home. The kitchen was incredibly well-stocked, with beautiful crockery and glasses, and new pots and pans and skillets, which made cooking a breeze. The beds were delightfully comfortable, the showers supplied instantaneous hot water with great pressure, and the bed linens and towels were thick and plush. It was a bit nippy some mornings, but not to worry-you could turn on the heat in whatever room you desired, and it quickly took the chill off. Every room was immaculately clean and well-appointed, and the gardens were beautiful. The surrounding area was quiet and peaceful, with sheep and cows and an occasional hare for company. No wonder this house is usually rented; if you see that it's available, book it! You'll be so glad you did!"
Reviewed by Feis1 on 10/09/2019
"what an amazing cottage this is, perfect in every way,this was our second visit still stunning. only a short distance to the town centre where there are lots of good pubs and restaurants .the bedrooms are perfect. congratulations to the owners."
Reviewed by richard j on 09/05/2019
"Really fantastic cottage to stay in. Immaculate inside and out. About half a mile from the fishing village. Beautiful views of the mountains in front and back. It was a long drive from the ferry port of Rosslare, but well worth it when you arrived. The village is on the Ring of Beara, so there is lots to see. Don't miss the only cable car in Ireland. You can pay to go in it to Dursey Island. Its the only cable car to go over open sea. Overall we had a fantastic week staying in this cottage."
Reviewed by helrobkatsmum on 25/09/2017
"House exceeded our expectations . was greeted by owner betty and daughter christina . . the property is situated with beautiful views and no noise quiet rural location .. everything in house you need for enjoyable holiday .. if u get a clear night look up to sky and see how many stars there is amazing ...garden is well presented and sensor lights at night are a good addition to welcome u home after a night in the town .. you will not get a better cottage and hosts .. thank you betty and christina didnt want to leave"
Reviewed by gaz0326 on 28/03/2017
"This place is the most amazing place l have ever stayed at. The cottage/house is as good if not better than the pictures on website. We arrived and found,fruit bread milk tea etc etc etc there for us. Warm and spotlessly clean. Kitchen with every conceivable thing you would need. Washing facilities,so don't go taking piles of clothes,it's easy in washing machine with indoor drying area as well as outdoor. Tv s everywhere. DVDs player in fact if you can find anything that the owner hasn't catered for you're a better man than me Gungadin. I called Betty for directions for collecting the keys,what a lovely friendly lady she is. Nothing was to much bother for her and her family. Well now l have been spoils,so l am going to find it very hard to follow a place like this. Thank you so much Betty for everything,we loved your house and we will be back. Sheilagh,John Dave and Julie. X"
Reviewed by Sheilagh R on 29/05/2016
"This was perfect in every way. We were provided with everything we needed and more. It was warm and comfortable in a stunning location with a pleasant owner. It is a fabulous area for days out and restaurants. The Jacuzzi and ornate garden were a bonus. We can definitely recommend and will book again."
Reviewed by Ms Round on 03/04/2016
"We were more than happy with every aspect of this "cottage" location, amenities, more than you could ask for , the owner had thought of every detail. Clean comfortable and wonderful to return to after a day exploring the magical coast of West Cork, the Ring of Beara is breath-taking and a wow around every bend.... Evenings spent in the town were pretty good to !! Everyone so friendly."
Reviewed by Crediton9 on 18/03/2016
"Birch Tree Cottage is an amazingly beautiful and comfortable house with views to die for. The attention to details was more than we expected. The owners were friendly and helpful. "
Reviewed by Mrs Thompson on 13/03/2016
"The standard of the accommodation was exceptional."
Reviewed by Mrs Wotherspoon on 20/09/2015
"The cottage is perfect; all furniture, house and garden are in an excellent condition. The owner is very friendly. For the next stay in the South West of Ireland there is no alternative to Birch Tree Cottage."
Reviewed by Mr Arenz on 12/08/2015
"It was an absolutely spectacular rental. We will come back again."
Reviewed by Mr Shine on 11/07/2015
"This was a spectacular holiday home. We would like to return next year!!"
Reviewed by Mr Shine on 30/06/2015
"The cottage was one of the best we've stayed in. A beautiful location and a wonderful cottage. Everything you could want was provided and it worked brilliantly for us as two couples staying there. The garden was an absolute delight. The cottage was brilliantly located being within 10 minutes walk (5 minutes cycle ride) from town, yet feeling as though you were in the country and with amazing views."
Reviewed by Mrs Macgregor on 28/06/2015
"This holiday cottage was great. Excellent location, detached from immediate neighbours, peaceful, 1km from heart of town - far enough out to be quiet, close enough to walk into town (and back, after a meal!). Everything was spotlessly clean. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped. Plenty of hot water for multiple baths if needed (easy to work heating / hot water controls). There was plenty of space and seating for people to spread out (the lounge, the conservatory, and settee in dining room). This also allowed for people who like different ambient temperatures - warmer in the conservatory, cooler in the sitting room. Beautiful garden. Use of garage, very useful for bikes or other equipment. Owners very welcoming and friendly. The town itself has some good places to eat, and Supavalu store has all the basics and more, and good walking and cycling locally."
Reviewed by grumpidoc on 28/06/2015
"I have to say that this is the best. The owners did so much for us and are so warm, friendly and helpful, I can not wish for anything more. I am already looking to see when I can return! All is perfect with the house and it is all to a high standard. Out 10 I would give 11/10! or higher. All was perfect."
Reviewed by Mr Allenby on 08/02/2015
"The holiday was amazing, made 100% better by the owners friendliness and helpfulness. We had an amazing time and enjoyed every minute of being at Birch Tree Cottage. Would recommend to anyone. The property is wonderful, everything is immaculate and wonderful. The views of the local area were breathtaking."
Reviewed by Ms Modiano on 31/12/2014