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Ceim house was my own home We had happy years living in our ancestral house.

County Kerry's countryside invites travelers to experience tranquility and adventure - from pony rides to mountain climbing in Ireland's scenic Reeks District

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Ceim House welcomes visitors to the picturesque Reeks District with its golf course, playground, and garden. Relax in the south-facing living room by the oil-fired stove or explore the nearby Gap of Dunloe. Enjoy free WiFi and a treehouse, making this a true home away from home.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

About the area

Located in Glencar, this country house is in a rural area and on a lake. Our Lady's Well and Cromwell's Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Killarney National Park and Upper Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Muckross Traditional Farm, or check out an event or a game at Fitzgerald Stadium. Visit our Glencar travel guide
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Restaurants

  • The Coffee Pot
  • moriartys heather restaurant
  • Lord Brandon's Cottage
  • Blackwater Tavern
  • Café

About this property

Ceim house was my own home We had happy years living in our ancestral house.

  • Family-friendly country house by the lake
  • Consider a stay at Ceim house was my own home We had happy years living in our ancestral house. and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a garden and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as an arcade/games room and laundry facilities.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Smoke-free property, a billiards/pool table and outdoor furniture
    • Barbecues, ping pong and books
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Ceim house was my own home We had happy years living in our ancestral house. include comforts, such as fireplaces and separate dining areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Children's books and travel cots
    • 2 bathrooms with hairdryers and shampoo
    • Separate dining areas, kitchens and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Playground
  • Table tennis

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

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
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Ceim house was my own home We had happy years living in our ancestral house. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ceim house was my own home We had happy years living in our ancestral house. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ceim house was my own home We had happy years living in our ancestral house. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ceim house was my own home We had happy years living in our ancestral house. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ceim house was my own home We had happy years living in our ancestral house. located?

This family-friendly country house is located on a lake, close to Moll's Gap. Area attractions also include Killarney National Park and Carrantuohill.

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Reviews

Ceim house was my own home We had happy years living in our ancestral house. Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haremit H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a fantastic location - our kids loved the books scattered about and Agnes was helpful and communicative throughout our stay. Great location for exploring throughout Kerry. We took advantage of the meal offer - it was a bit expensive but the portions were large and it was a nice home cooked meal when we arrived after a long day, so it was a good family experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is incredible. The views are spectacular, the wildlife was abundant,and the house was immaculate. Agnes is such a wonderful host. We will be back! Was a great family trip for the five of us. Our kids loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Agnes was an incredible host and we couldn’t ask for more during our stay in the Ceim house. We had the pleasure of a home cooked meal and it was as a must have when saying there.. My personal recommendation is to go with the chowder :). This is exactly what we envisioned when traveling to Ireland to make lifelong memories. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You will not be disappointed with your stay at Ceim house for so many reasons. Agnes is a lovely, responsive host who greeted us and answered numerous questions about Black Valley. The drive in is amazing and better than the pictures. Take Agnes up on her offer to cook; not only is it delicious, but you won't want to leave! The house has everything you might need and the bedrooms/baths are lovely. The sheep nearby are so fun to watch and the views are breathtaking. You are close to Killarney National Park, which you must not miss.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Agnes was most informative and attentive to our comfort.
sunset on the valley
neighbours
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime F.

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

Stay at Ancesteal Home

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Agnes’s place! It was a beautiful and clean home but we most enjoyed the stunning scenery from the front porch! You will not find a better location to access the Gap of Dunloe, Killarney National Park, or Ring of Kerry. Such stunning scenery and secluded location with lots of hiking available right out of the front door. If you’re looking for an authentic Irish home stay, this is the place for you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany W.

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

Black Valley end of April

Agnes is an excellent host! Her communication is very fast and responsive. The information provided before our arrival also very helpful in planning our travel the day we checked in. I wish we had planned a week in this location instead of 3 nights. We followed her advice in how to spend one of our days and we all loved it. A big highlight was doing the home cooked meal that Agnes offers the night of arrival. Not having to worry about stopping to eat somewhere after a long day and having a fantastic dinner waiting was the best! Presentation in the dining room was so pretty and being able to sit at the table and talk with each other was priceless. Take her up on the offer!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harry H.

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

Five Stars is Not Enough

I found this property when looking for somewhere in the Irish countryside. I did not realize how amazing this would be. The host, Agnes, goes above and beyond to insure her guests are comfortable in the home, gets them checked in personally and give the most amazing advice on where to go and what to do. She responds to all messages with great speed and accuracy. She helped us find hikes around the property, a location for a five star restaurant experience and made us feel like we were family staying in her home. Look up Black Valley to see some of the beauty of the area. We very much want to bring our family back to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

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

Peaceful Retreat

The house and area are fabulous. The roads to the house are very narrow and winding, but otherwise great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete B.

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

Amazing location!

Just what the doctor ordered. Peace and quiet in this idyllic location. Unwind and relax. Thanks for sharing your home, great host, and a terrific cosy haven.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Leslie N.

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

Amazing landscape for a family vacation

Our family of six (two couples and two children) enjoyed this vacation home! Waking up and coming home to the Black Valley each day was beautiful. Quick communication with Agnes as well as a welcome plate of cheese and cake was appreciated. The distinct smell in one of the upper rooms mentioned by other reviewers might be an issue if you are sensitive to smells.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heather O.

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

A Diamond in the Rough - The Best of Ireland!

("Diamond" being the welcoming house and "Rough" being the pristine beauty of the Black Valley!) Every bit of our stay was wonderful; the host(s), the house, the location, the moodiness of the weather and the ultra glorious landscape surrounding us. It worked quite well as a central location to explore the Ring of Kerry and neighboring peninsulas, and Agnes was happy to provide suggestions for activities and adventures from which it was a pleasure to return to the Ceim House. Already with memories of a lifetime, we would gladly return to stay here again and again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Raymond S.

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

Heavenly Experience

I have visited Ireland over 40 times over the last 50 years. I have stayed at hotels, B&Bs, and have rented houses from Fanah Head to Mizen Head. This Ceim House in the Black Valley is the absolute best! The hostess/owner, Agnes, could not do more to make every second of our stay quite memorable. In short, if you want to combine a once in a lifetime experience that combines the magic of the Irish countryside with the warmth of the Irish people, book a week at the Ceim House!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

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

Quite Possibly the Most Beautiful Location on Earth

Black Valley, where Ceim House is, is quite possibly the most beautiful place I have ever been. It changes with the light an the clouds by the moment. Spectacular. The home itself, and its host, were lovely and met every need we had. I could have stayed longer and will revisit in the future. This is an experience not to be missed. A few things to note: driving through the Dunloe Gap is not to be taken lightly. There are working jaunting carts and tractors that must have the right of way. Plan for extra time getting to and from the property. My suggestion is limiting the coming and going and enjoy the valley and the ample hiking opportunities. Also, be aware that you are amongst working farms with livestock. Agnes, the host, was wonderful. She met us at the house with a wonderful pie and gave us a quick introduction to the house and things to do in the area. Communication with her was exceptional. Again, we will gladly return to Ceim House in the future.
Ceim House in the distance.
View from the front door.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025