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Beachside holiday home in stunning location overlooking the wild Atlantic way.

Holiday home in Castlecove with kitchen and patio

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Set amidst 1.5 acres of wild garden space, this home offers a tranquil retreat with awe-inspiring views of the mountains and Atlantic Ocean. Perfectly situated near White Strand beach, it provides easy access to swimming, boating, fishing and horse riding opportunities.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Entire place

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

Beachside holiday home in stunning location overlooking the wild Atlantic way.

The house is set in 1.5 acres of wild garden space with awesome views of the mountains behind and the Atlantic to the front. White Strand beach which is 2 minutes walk is safe for swimming and boating and fishing. It forms its own lagoon when the tide is in and provides access to offshore islands when the tide is out. The house provides a perfect base for exploring the Ivereagh peninsular. There are several championship links courses within 30 minutes drive. The house is on the famous Ring of Kerry and the Kerry Way (walking route) is nearby. The house provides a base for cycling, fishing, swimming, horse riding and walking the Kerry ways or simply relaxing and enjoying the view.
The centrepiece of the house is a traditional, well equipped kitchen with panoramic views of the sea and the mountains. The house has 4 double bedrooms, a cosy living room with an open fire. It has 2 bathrooms and a large utility room with washing machine and dryer. The nearest village containing a shop and pub is 20 minutes walk away. For more information please see the website:





Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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

  • Garden

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    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
    Minimum check-in age - 25

    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 are allowed
    Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
    Welcoming dogs only
    1 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
    Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
    Note from host: The owner needs to know the breed of dog

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome

    Events

    No events allowed

    Smoking

    Smoking is not permitted

    Important information

    You need to know

    This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
    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

    We should mention

    A car is required for transport to and from this property

    About the area

    Located in Castlecove, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Staigue Fort and Derrynane House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Blueberry Hill Farm and Issie's Handmade Chocolate. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking. Visit our Castlecove travel guide
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    Castlecove, Co. Kerry

    What's nearby

    • Wildflowers at Derrynane Beach.
      Derrynane Bay Beach
      8 min drive - 10.4 km
    • Staigue Fort
      9 min drive - 6.2 km
    • Sneem Church
      10 min drive - 15.9 km
    • Blueberry Hill Farm
      10 min drive - 16.5 km
    • Derrynane House
      11 min drive - 11.8 km

    Getting around

    • Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe)
      30 min drive

    Restaurants

    • Scarriff Inn
      10 min drive
    • Blind Piper
      6 min drive
    • Tide&Thyme
      5 min drive
    • O'Carroll's Cove
      4 min drive
    • Ahamore Tearooms
      9 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Beachside holiday home in stunning location overlooking the wild Atlantic way. pet-friendly?

    Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

    How much is parking at Beachside holiday home in stunning location overlooking the wild Atlantic way.?

    On-site parking is available at the property.

    What time is check-in at Beachside holiday home in stunning location overlooking the wild Atlantic way.?

    Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Beachside holiday home in stunning location overlooking the wild Atlantic way.?

    Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

    Where is Beachside holiday home in stunning location overlooking the wild Atlantic way. located?

    Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Staigue Fort, Derrynane Bay Beach and Derrynane House. Sneem Church and The Way the Fairies Went are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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    Beachside holiday home in stunning location overlooking the wild Atlantic way. Reviews

    Reviews

    Exceptional

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    Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 24 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 24 reviews
    Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

    9.2

    Cleanliness

    9.6

    Location

    Reviews

    8/10 Good

    Miranda G.

    Liked: Check-in, location
    Disliked: Cleanliness

    Castlecove

    Wonderfull location! A bit chilly heating/gasstove did’nt work. Had a pleasant stay with adult kids and friends
    Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Trina N.

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

    The sun shone

    This is definitely a much loved family home and has character. Not everything is pristine, but once you allow yourself to relax into the pace of life, it is a lovely place to sit back and enjoy like an old family friend. John is a great host and immediately available to answer any questions.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Alexander H.

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

    Wonderful stay in peaceful setting

    Every window looked out on a view that could be a portrait. The town is small but the people have big hearts. Gorgeous runs for me. Historic sites are close. The kids were happy.
    Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Nicole W.

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

    Lovely Location

    This is a wonderful spot to get away. It has an amazing view. The host is extremely helpful and always available.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Susan L.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    ⸻We absolutely loved our stay in the stunning Castlecove area, just a short walk from the beautiful White Strand Beach. The views from John’s house are simply breathtaking, and both John and Louise were a pleasure to deal with from start to finish.We especially enjoyed the seaweed baths in Sneem—perfect for a rainy day! And don’t miss the Mexican food truck across from The Black Shop pub—it’s definitely worth a visit.
    Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Judith R.

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

    Fantastic location!

    Absolutely stunning place! The beautiful, safe beach is just a few minutes walk away. Perfect location to explore all that the Ring of Kerry and further afield has to offer. It was definitely helped by the most perfect weather for the whole week too!! The house was lovely, and has everything you’d need.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Mary B.

    Wonderful place to experience Ireland

    The house was warm and inviting and big enough for our family. The kitchen was well-stocked and we had several meals in the spacious kitchen. It was a very short walk to a beautiful and rugged beach. At first we were worried that we had rented a place so far from major cities but it turned out to be wonderful. We mixed with the local people who gave us great advice on day excursions that we probably wouldn’t have found with a tour. Additionally the house owners provided great suggestions for restaurants in the area where we made new friends. I would highly recommend the area and this house specifically.
    Stayed 20 nights in May 2018

    10/10 Excellent

    Anthony P.

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

    Decouverte du sud ouest de l irlande

    Parfaites vacances reposante, balades, plages et pub. La maison est grande et la vue est magique 😁
    Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Kay C.

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

    Great location

    Fantastic house all you need for a family holiday
    Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Lisa M.

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

    Excellent family home

    We had a fabulous week at this house the location is beautiful, so close to the beach and nearby villages, lots of things to do near and far. The house had absolutely everything we needed for the week, and was a lovely family home, and was clean. The bonus for the kids was the pool table and games. A few repairs are needed though, broken chairs, broken taps, windows sellotaped and dirty and broken lights and no light bulbs in some rooms. There is also no barbecue that was in the listing and the microwave didn't work. Not big things so could be easily fixed for a more enjoyable stay. Although didn't put us off enjoying our holiday or spending time in the house, you can tell its a well loved family holiday home
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Simona C.

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

    Staycation to remember

    What a wonderful surprise. This house is truly a hidden gem. From the beach, location and it’s scenic breathtaking views we are completely taken back. As soon as we walked in we felt at home and you can really feel the love in this home and how much joy it brings to the owners. Our kids would swim every day in nearby beaches regardless of the weather. Lots to do and see in this part of Kerry and we really do hope to come back next year if John will still allow us to share this home. Thank you 😊
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Marlene O.

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

    Super week in Castlecove

    This is a beautiful house with fabulous views and every convenience you could desire..in fact the house was so nice you were almost reluctant to go out..but then there was a lovely beach across the road, fabulous walks, restaurants, took a boat trip to Sceiligs, went sheep farming in Waterville.. website listing could not do this place justice
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Teresa O.

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

    Amazing coastal Kerry holiday

    Stunning views of sea and mountains from this lovely holiday home. The location is great, with the beautiful White Strand just a few minutes walk. Ideal location to explore the surrounding area also. Well equipped kitchen, lovely crisp bed linen and a great boot room. Owner John very responsive to any questions and Kathleen on hand locally if in need of anything.
    Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

    8/10 Good

    Mary B.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

    My stay

    The house was lovely, nice setup, everything you need was there from the kitchen to wetsuits to a pool table!! Kathleen was very friendly and helpful. It is walking distance to the beach but you do have to cross a main road so depending on ages of kids thats awkward. We enjoyed our stay but the one thing I would suggest is that because the house has such beautiful views out the back it would be great if the owners could cut the garden, lower the hedge etc and do up the back of it as it would be beautiful to sit out on a patio to the magnificent views. Thanks
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Zoe K.

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

    Best holiday house ever!

    We have just spent a wonderful week staying in John's house in Skehana. We have stayed in many holiday houses over the years with our 5 children and this is by far the best ever renting experience yet!! The house was so roomy and spacious and this was a true home from home experience in every sense of the word. The kitchen was so well equipped it put my own kitchen to shame! The board games, huge variety of books and puzzles were just brilliant... Not to mention the golf, boules, rugby ball, ping pong and pool table.... What a bonus!! There was even a huge selection of wet suits and hiking boots.... I could go on. We were made to feel so welcome. The beautiful beach is just a stones throw... Literally... And we were often nearly the only ones on it. My children have all requested that if we have to cancel our holiday to Italy due to covid AGAIN next year then this is where they want to come back to! That just says it all really. Thank you so much John for a wonderful and very memorable holiday!
    Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Michele B.

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

    A spacious, comfortable well equipped home in a fabulous location with wonderful views

    We had a great time in this wonderful house. Plenty of space for 7 of us. The kitchen has everything you need including a stunning view of the coast. 5 minutes downhill walk from a lovely sandy cove to swim and kayak. Derrynane nature reserve and house a short drive. On rainy days jigsaws, pool, games and a great collection of books to entertain. It was the perfect homely place to celebrate my 60th with family. Kathleen, the housekeeper made us feel very welcome. Thank you.
    Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Marie O.

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

    time out

    The property has a real family home feel. Its is convenient to a lot of amenities to walk, sea sports, boats trips, nice places to eat out and stunning scenery on the ring of Kerry. It was very relaxing and welcoming and would definitely recommend as a quite get away from it all. We will be back.
    Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

    10/10 Excellent

    Catriona O.

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

    Great Location

    Lovely place..homely, cosy, beautiful views, 2mins walk to the beach..thank you John for a great stay, will be back. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
    Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

    10/10 Excellent

    Finbar K.

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

    Inveragh S/W kerry

    House is a spacious 4 bed family home home ideally located to all local amenities, walks, beaches, Castle cove Carrolls cove Cater Daniel. etc . the nearest beach a short walk from the house is White Strand perfect for children and adults good swimming . A most enjoyable holiday, good value , we will go back to much to do and see in one week .
    Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

    8/10 Good

    Ashlene M.

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

    Suitable for familes and close to beach

    Enjoyed our stay, lovely beaches close by. Plenty of nice places to eat also close by.
    Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

    10/10 Excellent

    B. K.

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

    A beautiful house with an amazing view

    We had a wonderful holiday in the familyhouse. It has everything you need and really tastefully decorated. The views are amazing and also the sky with so many stars and so clear. The beaches are lovely and the mountains are rough. We made a lot of walks and also we climb Carrauntoohil a real chalange. Iveragh has something for everyone.
    Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    Erik L.

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

    Großzügiges Haus in schöner Lage

    Hervorzuheben ist die sehr gut ausgestattete Wohnküche mit Traumblick auf das Meer. Kleine, schöne Badebucht fußläufig erreichbar. Netter Kontakt zum Besitzer.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    Thorsten H.

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

    Wonderful holidays

    We stayed in this property for 10 nights and were overwhelmed by the friendly embrace the house offered to us. Location near the small White Strand beach is perfect, the sea views enchanting and the closeness to local shop and pub very convenient. We explored the whole area and loved to come back to „our“ house in the afternoons or evenings. It is a refreshing alternative to sterile newly-built holiday homes. A house loved, used and cherished by the owners. For us as a family of 5, the house was very spacious and the huge mudroom that formed the entrance hall a thing worth imitating if we should ever build another house at home :-). Our challenges with the water heater were quickly and uncomplicatedly solved by Kathleen, cottage carer, and it was very lovely meeting her. We would certainly recommend this house to families and thank the McNulty family heartily for hosting us.
    Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    Klaus H.

    „Ein geniales Haus in einer genialen Region.“

    „Ein geniales Haus in einer genialen Region.“ So empfanden wir unseren Aufenthalt in diesem Haus. Es ist ein ehrliches, ein authentisches Haus. Will sagen: kein für Touristen konzipierter hochmoderner und geschleckter Neubau. Es ist ein Haus in dem Menschen lebten und leben. Die Pfannen sind bekocht, in den Sesseln wurde „gemümmelt“ und die Schränke sind prall gefüllt mit allem und noch viel mehr was man zum täglichem häuslichem Leben so braucht. Wir fühlten uns „sauwohl“. Genial: die Wohnküche mit Panaromafenster und Meerblick. Hier erlebt man Wetter live und nicht wetteronline.de. Perfekt: die reichhaltigen Informationen von John. Sowohl im Vorfeld per e-mail als auch in üppiger Form im Haus selbst. Diese machten einen Reiseführer fast überflüssig. Sehr hilfreich: die netten Damen aus der Nachbarschaft, die bei Fragen oder kleinen Problemen die Rolle eines Kümmeres perfekt ausfüllten. Fazit: nach mehreren Jahrzehnten Reisen spielt für uns dieses Ferienhaus in der Championsleague der erlebten Übernachtungsquartiere.
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018