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Reviews of An area of outstanding natural beauty, child and pet friendly , very private!

An area of outstanding natural beauty, child and pet friendly , very private!
Co.Tipperary, Munster

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Noreen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved staying at this farmhouse!
Sheila and Michael's farmhouse was a lovely respite from the city. It was clean and included everything we needed. The view out the back of the house was amazing. Sheila and Michael were wonderful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

WENDY O.

Liked: Cleanliness
holiday stay
Everything was as we imagined from the pictures and overview, it was so peaceful, a great location to plan day trips from!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Irish Countryside Cottage
After a long day of traveling internationally, we arrived to this beautiful countryside cottage surrounded by cows out back! The cottage itself is exactly what you see in the photographs, and so lovely! The Dairy Cottage was the cleanest rental we've ever stayed at! What made this VRBO so wonderful was the hospitality of the owners Sheila and Michael. They were both so kind and very responsive to our every need and generously gave us a tour of their farm because our son loves cows! Would highly recommend you stay at The Dairy Cottage, if not for the location and views then for the excellent hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sissie a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you could hope for and more!
The home was extremely warm and comfortable. Everything one needs was there, and we felt so welcomed when we saw the fresh baked biscuits and jam, waiting for us upon our arrival. We had originally reserved an apartment in the heart of Dublin back in February for this same period. 10 days before our arrival into Ireland the host with no prior warning or explanation canceled the reservation. We were extremely concerned that the entire vacation to Ireland would now be ruined. How could we have possibly have known that that cancellation would have actually been a godsend. It brought us to this lovely lovely home. Thank you thank you thank you. It was everything we had hoped for and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home away from home
The cottage was as advertised. The owners are very friendly and welcoming. Great area and beautiful scenery.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

john o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Lovely place to stay. Hosts were perfect and helpful. The country side was gorgeous and peaceful .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2023
Thank you John ,

10/10 Excellent

Jim N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peacefully Wonderful!
Thank you, thank you! We can’t thank our hosts enough for sharing the “Dairy Cottage” with us during our stay in Ireland. The cottage had everything we needed and was probably one the most peaceful accommodations we’ve stayed at in a long time, even with a working dairy farm right next door! Thanks Sheila and Michael for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous tranquil cottage
Lovely welcoming experience, the hosts were fantastic, the cottage warm cosy and Comfortable, close to so many attractions. Great wifi, and the view from the Alfresco area was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house for a great price
Shelila's house is clean and spacious with lovely views, its extremely private and has a large garden. We loved our stay and definitely would return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tina D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute country cottage
Lovely 3 bedroom cottage with everything you need to enjoy a self catering vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Central Ireland Visit
The Dairy Cottage is a wonderful place to visit if you are wanting to see the beautiful Irish countryside. The central location made it possible for us to visit sites to the south, west and east. There is a nice-size Tesco's market in nearby Nenagh, so self-catering was simple. The homeowners were very friendly and offered us great tips on places we could visit. Overall, excellent

10/10 Excellent

Bruce P., Chicago, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cottage In the Country
Very nice cottage in beautiful countryside. The roads can be narrow but that is part of the charm.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Colin W M., Edmonton, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
"Perfect'
Michael and Sheila were excellent hosts, providing great hospitality. When we arrived and I asked our daughters what they thought of The Dairy, their one word response was "Perfect" and indeed it is. The Dairy is located on a working dairy farm and is well situated for day trips to Blarney and Bunratty Castles and the Rock of Cashel. The bedrooms are spacious, especially the Master. The kitchen is well equipped and the deck offers excellents views of the picturesque countryside. We have many golden memories of our trip to Ireland.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

chris c.

dairy cottage
Had a great time while staying here, was centrally located for us to see everything we wanted, Sheila and Michael were very accommodating and helpful, they are there when you need them and don't bother you if you don't. Beautiful place would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Abby M., Norwood, USA

Amazing views, location, farm, and hosts
My family of 4 just stayed at the Dairy Cottage for 8 days, and loved it. Both Sheila and Mike were able to welcome us at the property and gave us a detailed run-down of where everything was and how appliances/etc worked. Sheila also had milk, juice, and a fresh loaf of bread waiting for us! The Cottage was very clean with a solidly equipped kitchen - we usually cook at home when vacationing and I had everything I needed. The view from said kitchen cannot be beat, and I already miss it. The rolling hills, water in the distance, and impossibly green fields are all amazing. We had a few questions while at the Cottage, and Sheila was very friendly and very responsive. We have a 1.5 year old and a 4.5 year old and this trip was perfect for them. The cottage came equipped with a cot and highchair for the little one, and plenty of room to run in the yard to get her energy out. We all got to tour the farm, and our 4.5 year old is in love with it. Mike (and his helper, also Mike) were extremely patient, and went above and beyond to make him feel comfortable and involved, and to answer all of his (and our!) questions. This time of year there were plenty of calves to see, cows being milked, and in the distance grass being cut and bailed by tractors – a kid’s dream! The location is peaceful and quiet, but also a very good for seeing the tourist sites too. From there we were able to see the Cliffs of Moher, at least three large castles, and the Jameson distillery down in Middleton, Cork. Locally we were able to walk near the lake, see Nenagh center, eat out at a local restaurant, and shop for some wools at the John Hanly factory store. There are certainly more sites within easy distance, but we ran out of time to see them all. The Cottage is also just quick drive to multiple grocery stores and shops for anything you may need. All in all, the place is great, and we wouldn’t hesitate to send friends and family there. Thank you to Sheila, Mike and their little man for the stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Excellent
Our week in this beautiful place was amazing!! The cottage is stunning and we had everything we could possibly need! We met Michael and he kindly gave us an amazing farm experience and my son even had a ride in the tractor and learned all about the workings of the dairy farm. I would highly recommend this beautiful place if you want a peaceful getaway and gorgeous views. Thank you so much Sheila and Michael x

10/10 Excellent

Markus W.

Good Time in beautiful landscape
The house of Shelia and Michel is beautifully situated between in the pastures of the neighboring farms with a wonderful view over the countryside. It is quiet, the house is well equipped and everything worked to our utmost satisfaction. Shelia and Michel gave us good tips for our trips and to a nearby pub. From the house you can also see a little bit of Lough Derg. The harbor Dromineer at Lough Derg can be reached in approx. 4 km where we visited the water park (to rent neoprene suits). You can also rent pedal boats there. In Nenagh you can get everything you need. We really enjoyed the time. Since Shilea and Michel were on vacation on their departure, their mother came to say goodbye to us personally, which we thought was very nice. Many Thanks
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patricia O.

The Dairy Cottage is a very comfortable place to stay.
The Dairy Cottage was a great home base while we were visiting for 9 days. Our family of 4 was very comfortable and Sheila and Michael provided everything we needed in our home away from home for the week. The cottage is lovely...beautifully decorated, with a 5 star view and a warm welcome from the owners including a lemon cake my kids said was better than Starbucks! (Poor kids with parents who don’t bake). I agree with the reviewer who said if guests had a problem with Sheila and Michael it had to be the guests, not the hosts. Top notch communication and a warm welcome. We were great on our own as our family is from the area but it was good to know if we needed anything Sheila and Michael were happy to help. Highly recommended. Thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Hi Patricia and family Thank you for a lovely review . You were all a pleasure to host . As I said to previous guests it makes our role so much easier when guests are so pleasant and respective of our cottage as you and your family were. All the best for the future , Sheila , Michael and baby Conor

8/10 Good

Colleen F.

The location was glorious with incredible views of the Irish countryside. A dream come true!
This cottage is in a perfect location. There is plenty to do and see locally and it's also an easy drive to get to places like Bunratty Castle, the Rock of Cashel and Kinsale. The cottage had everything we needed to be comfortable. It was extremely clean and well maintained. Michael and Sheila gave us their cell phone numbers and they were very helpful and accessible. Michael welcomed us and came to say goodbye. He was very friendly! We have no complaints, only wonderful memories created. Thank you to Michael and Sheila for sharing their cottage with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Hi Colleen Thank you so much for a lovely review. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and have good memories of your time spent in our cottage . All the best for the future , sheila and Michael

10/10 Excellent

John P., Brooklyn N.Y. Mims,Florida

Great location, wonderful people and fantastic view
Staying at the Dairy Cottage was a wonderful experience for my grandchildren. They interacted with Michael while he was milking the cows. The cottage is in a great location for all tourist areas. Will highly recommend staying there. Shelia and Michael are a wonderful couple and they will make your stay worth while.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Such a great stay my family will return again, even if it's just 3 of us!
Before reviewing the Dairy Cottage, I wanted to address the negative reviews as let's be honest, those are really the ones we read first, not just the ones talking about the gorgeous view of the valley (which is does have). The kitchen is well stocked & supplied with both a microwave & as many utensils as you could possibly need. The comments about Michael and Sheila as owners completely baffle me which leads me to draw my own conclusions about those who spoke poorly about them as hosts. You'd have to be a pretty miserable person to find the Fogerty's anything but wonderful (sorry, tried to bite my tongue but just couldn't!). If you expect close/daily interaction with the owners of your cottage it's probably best to ask those questions before booking, if you expect a B&B situation, communicate that or ask if that's the type of place you're renting! Now onto the good stuff: The Cottage is impeccable. The pictures are completely accurate, and yes....the view out the back patio of the cottage is everything your Irish holiday/vacation dreams are envisioning and more. The beds are firm, comfortable, and put you into a deep sleep. Bathrooms are very well equipped, clean, and modern. The baked goods upon arrival and milk in the fridge are perfect for that quick snack/boost you need before taking your jet-lagged self to the Tesco nearby for your groceries for your stay. The fact that Sheila finds time between her work, her young child, and the cottage to bake (from scratch) delicious treats for the arrival of her guests is just awesome. I stayed in the cottage with my husband, 1.5yr old daughter (travel cot and highchair provided), my mother-in-law, and my mother and father. We were very comfortable, found more than enough space to cook dinners in the kitchen together as well as retreat to our bedrooms to relax for some quiet time was great. We also arranged to tour the dairy farm on one of our more relaxed days at the cottage. My daughter loved it (as did we!) and it was so nice to have that extra time to get to know Michael a little better. My husband and I have used Homeaway to rent apartments/homes/cottages in Adare, Ireland; Cortona, Italy; Bolonga, Italy; The Cape in the USA; Cinque Terre, Italy, & downtown Boston, MA, USA. I TRULY & HONESTLY can say, without bias, the Fogerty's are the most kind, genuine, and passionate hosts we've ever had. You will have no regrets with this cottage, the owners, or the location. All were beyond perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thank you Emily for such a wonderful review. Michael and I are so touched by it . Thank you for the beautiful photo you sent us , it was lovely to have met you and your beautiful family . I hope our paths cross again in the future . All the best , Sheila, Michael and baby Conor xx

6/10 Okay

Terry D.

Lovely Home, but...
The Dairy Cottage is a lovely property, just wish we could have enjoyed it more. The day before our arrival Shelia emailed me and asked what time we would be arriving and that they were looking forward to meeting us. Since the arrival instructions say check-in is at 4 I emailed her back and said that we would be there around 4. We arrived at the house at 3:55 and no one was there. At around 4:30 we checked the front door and it was unlocked and the house key was on the table along with a sweet treat. We wandered around the house and figured out all the little details that it would have been nice to have explained to you. Around 8:30 Michael rang the door bell and said hello what time did you get in? I said 4 and he said he must have just missed us. That was the extent of our contact for the entire 6 days we were there (other than me emailing Shelia that there was no hair dryer). As I said the house was lovely and I do not have any complaints in that department. We have been renting homes in various countries and localities for several years now, and I have never once arrived at a home that I was renting and not been greeted. Honestly we felt like an annoying house guest that you are just hoping will leave (we almost did).
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Hi Terry We are disappointed that you feel that way about our hospitality . It was not intentional not to meet you on arrival , I was there but obviously due to timing we both missed each other and I sincerely apologies for that and I did not see or hear you passing in nor there was no contact from you to say you had arrived . Sometimes guests do not arrival on the expected time of arrival due to traffic and unforeseen circumstance so I left and returned later . When I did meet you I found you very pleasant and I was about to show you around the house but you assured me you had it figured out . However , I could not say the same for your partner Dan . When I welcomed Dan he remained foscused on the Television , I walked over to shake his hand and welcome him , Dan briefly lifted his head to shake my hand and returned watching the TV. At this stage I was feeling very unwanted in my very own house . So feeling that uneasy I returned to you and asked if you needed to know anything else and then Dan spoke up and still remained focused on the television his exact words to you were “ ask him how the god dam coffee machine works “ the manner and tone this was said in I really felt that it was excessively rude so I once again asked if you needed anything and told you if you need anything contact myself or Sheila anytime . I fear I could not be more obliging than this and felt that you really wanted to be left alone and I did so . So I apologies for our break down in communication and we are upset that you feel you were not welcomed and we will note your comment and take note for the future . Thank you for your constructive criticism . Regards Michael and Sheila

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

Wonderful cottage in the country!
Stayed here and made it a 'home' base for our travels. Location is 1 1/2 - 2 hrs away from most all the must see places in Ireland. Sheila and Mike are wonderful hosts, gave great recommendations on places to go, and directions as well. Cottage is exactly as seen in pictures warm and welcoming.

10/10 Excellent

Nelleke d.

Great house with great views!
What they don't tell you on the site is the great views the house has overlooking the valley. Gorgeous! All in all a very nice place to stay! The house is very homely and the beds are comfortable. The kitchen lacks microwave and utensils (for stirring etc). Nice to have a washer dryer as we have seen some rain ;-). Groceries and all the other things you might need in Nenagh, a 15 mn drive. Nice big Tesco supermarket! But also a Lidl supermarket on the other side of town. Sheila greated us very briefly on arrival had to get back to work in a hurry. Her husband came a day early to say goodbye. Thougt we were leaving the next day, which we weren't. Not the greatest hosts we've seen.... But... Maybe we're the exception to the rule as other reviewers were very enthousiastic about their hospitality.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Hi Nelleke Really disappointed that you thought I rushed your arrival . I went through all the house with you and informed you of all the workings of the house and local places to eat as I did not want to intrude on your time . And I did greet you with home cooked baking . I had given you both our numbers to contact us if you ever needed us. We do have all kitchen utensils , their is two drawers fully equipped for kitchen purposes ie stirring . We do apologise for the mix up of the dates and Michael did apologies for that . I am very disappointed you have given us a review like this Regards Sheila

8/10 Good

Jennifer C., Des Moines, IA

A little part of heaven on earth! Lovely cottage newly renovated in a gorgeous setting...
Dairy Cottage was a perfect home base for our five night stay in the Irish countryside. Location made day trips to Cliffs of Moher, Blarney Castle (Woolen Mills), Rock of Cashel, Kylemore Abbey and Ashford Castle easily accessible. Groceries and other necessities are close by in Nenagh. The kitchen is well appointed for cooking meals. Would recommend following owners directions vs following GPS directions to avoid several miles on one lane roads. Can easily sleep 7-9 people. We also enjoyed hospitality of the owners. Very responsive and gracious!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

John P., Brooklyn N.Y. Mims,Florida

Beautiful house and property
This was more than we expected. The house was beautiful and the property was a dream come true view of the country side. Mike greeted us at the house with homemade carrot cake and brown bread. So yummy!!! Shelia's parents then came with open arms and they explained more of the house to us. Later Shelia came to make sure we were comfortable. We had cows, pheasants, a fox and a hare greet us every morning and of course, the beauty of the land. A definite 10 star from us. Thank you Shelia and Mike for the wonderful memories.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2016

10/10 Excellent

Marleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at Dairy Cottage
We had a wonderful stay at Dairy Cottage. We felt very welcome and have had a great time. The house was vwry nice and well prepared and stocked. The view from the backyard is spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr schön
Toller Kontakt.Sheila hat sich sehr gekümmert. Unterkunft war wie beschrieben top. Vielen Dank für die schöne Zeit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderschönes Cottage in einer ruhigen und grünen Lage
Wir haben uns sehr sehr wohl in dieser Unterkunft gefühlt. Michel und Sheila sind sehr nett und sofort zur Stelle, wenn man fragen hat. Wir haben auch sehr gut geschlafen, die Betten sind sehr gut. ist nicht immer die Regel. Durch die mittige Lage, sind alle Städte gut zu erreichen. Wir haben viel gesehen und würden immer wieder sofort bei den beiden buchen.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

eric n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour familial
Très belle propriété, site reposant, lieu bucolique ! Nous étions 7, l’accueil a été génial et chaleureux ! Maison très bien équipée et confortable ! Rien à redire !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Franziska L., Switzerland

Gemütliches Cottage mit wunderschöner Aussicht
Das Cottage ist liebevoll eingerichtet und befindet sich bei einem Bauernhof an wunderschöner Lage. Es ist angenehm ruhig, genau richtig um zu entspannen. Sheila und Michael (Besitzer) waren sehr engagiert und haben uns mit Tipps (Reiten, Fischen, Essen...) versorgt. Bei der Anfahrt hatten wir uns um Nenagh (kurz vor dem Ziel) verfahren. Sheila versuchte uns per Telefon hinzulotsen, da dies nicht klappte hat sie kurzerhand ihren Vater organisiert. Der Vater fuhr uns entgegen und im Konvoi ging es zum Haus! Herzlichen Dank nochmals für diesen Service an Alle! Bei der Abreise wurden wir von Sheila liebevoll verabschiedet.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Eveline T.

Amazing
Thanke you for the very warm welcome in your Cottage. This Cottage is simply Amazing, beautifully made and decorated with Heart. With a very high standard and a beautiful scenery. The perfect Location for a relaxing holiday. We enjoyed our stay very much. Thanks Sheila and Mike for your kind hospitality.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thanks Eveline and Michael for the lovely review . It was lovely to meet you and thank you for booking with us. Safe journey home . Kind regards , Sheila and Mike

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Wunderschönes ruhig gelegenes Cottage
Als erstes wurden wir von den Vermietern sehr nett empfangen. Das Haus hat uns super gut gefallen, da es eine tolle ruhige Lage hat. Wir könnten uns dort sehr gut erholen. Man hat einen super Blick in die Berge. Das Haus war mit allem ausgestattet was wir benötigt haben und wenn etwas fehlt kann man jederzeit die Vermieter anrufen. Wir kommen irgendwann gerne noch einmal wieder.