In the heart of County Kerry, this beautiful architecturally built house offers a spacious, bright and warm retreat. Enjoy the country classic look with modern comforts like underfloor heating and large windows that bring in natural light. Explore 5 uniquely styled bedrooms, a living room with an L-shaped leather couch, Smart TV and gas stove or unwind in the elegant evening room with home theatre.
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Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms3 bathrooms350 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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.
Luxury & Comfort By Lakes Of Killarney - ideal for large families or groups
We are back after a bit of a break and are offering our beautiful architecturally built home to guests for summer 2026!
The house is within walking distance to the National Park and 5 minutes drive from Killarney town centre. It has been finished to a very high standard, is spacious, bright and warm and, despite being a large house, retains a cosy atmosphere. Although it is quite modern, the house has a country classic look which makes it very comfortable. There is underfloor heating throughout giving a constant temperature all year round. The large windows make the whole house very bright and allow guests to enjoy the wonderful garden and it’s private setting even from indoors.
The 5 bedrooms each have a unique style and feel and the living spaces are spacious and have many areas for guests to enjoy.
On offer to our guests are:
Living:
Entrance Hall- spacious and welcoming with it's beautiful curved staircase and gallery,
Kitchen/Dining Room - open plan, with everything for the amateur chef including a 7 ring gas stove with three ovens and a large handmade dining table made from reclaimed wood, easily seating 8-10 people and looking out across the entire back garden.
Living Room - open to the kitchen, this is a large, high ceilinged room, with an L-shaped couch, Smart TV and a beautiful gas stove to cosy up the evenings. Our 6ft Pool table makes for a fun game for all ages.
Sitting Room – elegant evening room with a HD projector and cinema screen for the home theatre.
Laundry room – with washing machine, dryer and freezer.
Bedrooms:
Master Bedroom 1 - Super King size Bed, high ceilings and ensuite. Bedroom 2 - Super King size Bed, high ceilings Bedroom 3 - 2 single beds. Bedroom 4 -1 Double bed Downstairs Bedroom 5 - King bed and TV.
Baby cot and highchair etc. available on request.
Bathrooms: There are 3 bathrooms
Master Ensuite - with a separate walk-in shower and double spa bath. Family Bathroom - with separate walk-in shower and steel bath. Downstairs Bathroom - with walk-in shower, adjacent to downstairs bedroom.
Gardens:
A large, well established garden surrounds the house with many beautiful birch and willow trees. There is a ‘fairy ring’ and a fire pit good for a bonfire as well as a barbeque on the Patio. The established trees and many and varied plants bring much colour to the garden throughout the year.
For your convenience, the final clean as well as all utilities are covered in the rates.
Though quiet and rural, in an area of Ireland famed for the beauty of its mountains and lakes, the house is also close to all the amenities of the bustling town of Killarney.
The ideal retreat for families, golfers, hikers and bikers, cyclists, adventurers, fishermen, artists and of course anyone interested in history, culture and music and general good Irish craic!
We look forward to welcoming you to the Kingdom of Kerry soon!
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Rules
Please no food or drink on the sofa in the 'movie room' .
No smoking inside.
Supervision required for children in the garden and on stairs
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: kids need supervision around stairs and the garden
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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 recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Killarney, this holiday home is in a rural area. INEC Killarney and Muckross House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Muckross Abbey and Muckross Traditional Farm. Travelling with kids? Consider Aguila Club Leisure Centre and Killarney House Gardens. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hunting nearby. Visit our Killarney travel guide
Is Luxury & Comfort By Lakes Of Killarney - ideal for large families or groups pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Luxury & Comfort By Lakes Of Killarney - ideal for large families or groups?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury & Comfort By Lakes Of Killarney - ideal for large families or groups?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury & Comfort By Lakes Of Killarney - ideal for large families or groups?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Luxury & Comfort By Lakes Of Killarney - ideal for large families or groups located?
This family-friendly Killarney holiday home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Killarney National Park, Lough Leane and Cloghereen Blue Pool Walk. Aguila Club Leisure Centre and Muckross Traditional Farm are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Luxury & Comfort By Lakes Of Killarney - ideal for large families or groups Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Our group of family and friends thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Scartlea and we hope to return again soon! Fiona was an inviting host and she responded to our questions and needs promptly. The spacious house was beautifully appointed and the kitchen had everything the gourmet cooks in the group needed. And, it was a great location ~ five minutes from town in a quiet neighborhood. We highly recommend staying here!
Mary M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
james n.
19 Sept 2018
Beautiful house and location very peaceful loved it.
A bit of the country close to the city, great accommodations, thoroughly enjoyed it.
james n.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jordan M.
3 May 2019
Great place for families
After a week traveling around Ireland, the Scartlea House was a great resting place for a group of 6 adults and two children. The large back garden was a perfect place to stretch and play and the house is close to everything in Killarney and the Ring of Kerry. Beautiful, clean place!
We stayed here with our extended family and were surprised by how spacious the house is. The photos don’t do it justice! All of the rooms are gorgeous! We enjoyed every minute of our 7-day stay and were sad to leave.
Beautiful house and very comfortable stay! Fiona was so easy to work with and responded very quickly. Plenty of room to stretch out and 3 full bathrooms were great. We really enjoyed our stay at Scartlea house and would highly recommend it.
Katy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Archival
8/10 Good
Kurt R.
6 Nov 2016
Excellent home for an extended family or group
Scartlea House is an excellent place for an extended family or group to stay when touring Co Kerry. The owners (Fiona & Robert) are very organized. Their housekeeper (Gina) is also very responsive to any issue that might arise. The yard has a play set and play house (and toys) that can keep young kids happy when adults just want to socialize.
Kurt R.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
susan f.
13 Aug 2016
Amazing Irish hospitality!!
Thank you for sharing your amazing home with us. A perfect house to stay with friends and family. Kitchen is extremely large and well equipped. The backyard and patio area is big and a perfect place to sit and relax. It's beautifully decorated and wifi worked great. The only one comment we would have is it's further than a 5 minute drive to city center. Would stay there again!
susan f.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jason L.
29 Nov 2017
Beautiful Killarney Property
We had an amazing stay at this property. The pictures do not do the property justice!
Large home on a large and beautiful piece of property near Killarney.
The house was well equipped with everything needed to have a nice stay. Appliances, linens, and dishes were new. They have a really nice espresso/coffee machine as well!
Would recommend this home to anyone, we are hoping to be able to return!
Jason L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Eric C.
27 Dec 2018
Comfortable large home
The house and garden are beautiful, spacious and comfortable. Everything was clean and there were clear written instructions given on the use of the house as well as ideas and information on places to visit nearby. The fresh scones were an especially nice touch. The only things lacking were shampoo, a hair dryer (we really needed one) and power adapters/converters.
Eric C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Allison E.
23 Jul 2014
Wonderful memories made at Scartlea House!
Scartlea House was everything we had hoped it would be. Our family of six even ended up staying an extra day and forwent our plans to travel elsewhere. All of the bedrooms and bathrooms were beautifully appointed and the kitchen was fully equipped! The gardens were impeccable and we took full advantage of the fire pit, enjoying cocktails in the beautiful Irish open air before grilling steaks! The location is perfect for seeing a vast number of beautiful sites. We hope to someday return to Ireland, and allow a little more time at Scartlea House!
Allison E.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan B.
19 Feb 2019
Beautiful home!
We were a multi-generational group visiting from the US, and this house was perfect for 9 adults, and 2 small children. There is a well-stocked kitchen, playroom with toys, and a wonderful outdoor playhouse and swing set. The house is close to town, and to the park, so the location is perfect. The owners were very helpful with recommendations for dining and activities.
All of the appliances were in good working order, the beds very comfortable, and the bathrooms were in excellent working order, with good water pressure, & generous numbers of towels for each person.
The photos of this house are an honest representation, but I would say that the house is more lovely in person, with skylights and windows everywhere.
Susan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Cathy B.
21 Jun 2016
Amazing Home. A must rental for a family or two traveling together.
We highly recommend this home. We were two families with a total of 10 traveling together. We have rented vacation homes for years and this home was spotless!!! The baked goods we found upon our arrival were perfect after so many hours of travel. You will not be disappointed with anything in this home. All pictures you see are true to what you will find upon your arrival. If anything the pictures don't show just how beautiful the front and backyard were. The house has tons of space for a large group to spread out after traveling together, and has the perfect kitchen table for a large group for meals and games. We loved the location of this home.
Cathy and Larry
Sacramento, California USA
Cathy B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Kelly A.
4 Oct 2017
Awesome family stay in Killarney!
Thanks to Fiona and Rod Stewart for sharing their gorgeous home with us! We were two couples and four 20-somethings for 3 nights in Killarney in the middle of our Ireland adventure. The home was truly a luxury accommodation with plenty of room for everyone to spread out, both inside and out. All of the bedrooms and bathrooms were well appointed with all the amenities you'd expect. The kitchen and patio were both perfect for big dinners at home and the large farm table saw many hours of family time. The home was in a quiet area that allowed for true relaxation while still be close to town and all the fun. The taxi companies all knew where to find us when we told them we were staying at Scartlea House. We had a great time and would love to come back and spend more time in the Killarney area, there's still so much we didn't see.
Kelly A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
22 Jun 2018
Great house in a great location
Lovely house, as well as beautiful grounds. Lots of room so that even with a large group you won't get into each other's way. The large kitchen table is great for sitting down to breakfast together or playing games in the evening. The kitchen is well equipped and it's very convenient to have a washer and dryer just off the kitchen. We had two cars and there is ample space for parking.
The location was very good, close to Kilarney town and to Kilarney National Park, with easy access to the Ring of Kerry and the Dingle pennisula. The most difficult thing was finding the house the first time. While Fiona's directions were very good, I recommend also entering the house GPS coordinates into your phone or using Waze to find it.
My family and I enjoyed the Scartlea House very much, clean, comfy, spacious to name a few
It's located close to town and the Killarney National Park, I would highly recommend this to families looking to vacation in the Killarney area.
Fiona let us check in early which was greatly appreciated, If I were ever to return to Killarney I would book again with her.
Fantastic property for larger groups looking to enjoy Killarney and Kerry. The house is a short taxi ride to Killarney centre, has a fantastic garden / outdoor space in a quiet wooded setting. Highly reccomend!!
Scartlea House met and exceeded all our expectations. Everything was first class. Our family of 12 had plenty of comfortable space inside and out. If the occasion repeats for us we would love to stay again
Incredible home with more than enough room for a large family, with a wonderful kitchen ready for meal preparation and enjoying. A very nice garden with a swingset for the children to play and run around. Comfortable beds and nice bathrooms, we had a wonderful week. It exceeded all of our expectations.
Beautiful home, even better than we thought. Plenty of space for 9 of us and more, spacious kitchen for gathering but enough space for time on your own as well. Easy to find and the check in process was simple. Very thoughtful owners. Thank you, Scartlea House. We will be back!
Kathleen M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael R.
31 Aug 2018
Visit Killarney in style
This is my second time staying in this gorgeous home. Both times we were a party of 8 and the house was more than adequate to comfortably accommodate us all. The location was great for all the day trips we did. Hope to return again and have recommended it to friends for next summer. It was perfect for our weeks stay in the Killarney area.
Michael R.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jean W.
26 Aug 2018
The house was perfect for a family vacation! We were 10 in all ranging from 2 - 68.
Scartlea was well more than we expected! Something for everyone. It was clean, well stocked with dishware etc and beautiful ground to enjoy. Hosts were wonderful - right down to homemade scones waiting for us! It was hard to leave.
Jean W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy B.
19 Jun 2018
Amazing vacation home!
Beautiful property. Kitchen was gorgeous, and everything laid out and easy to follow. Perfect for multiple families. Definitely need a car if staying there, but day trip drives are perfect from here. We ventured off to Dingle, and did the entire Ring of Kerry. Highly recommend!!
Amy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paul M.
15 Jun 2018
Beautiful house and a great location.The Murray Clan would love to stay there again!
We really loved this house! Very spacious and a wonderful yard! We would love to stay here again!