Guests say
Wild Atlantic Way Country Cottage receives high praise for its welcoming host, stunning views, and dog-friendly atmosphere. Guests appreciate the cosy, well-equipped accommodation and the property's proximity to scenic attractions such as the Kerry Cliffs and Portmagee. The host is frequently commended for her helpfulness and local recommendations. While some mention dated decor and minor maintenance issues, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests eager to return. The cottage is especially popular with pet owners and those seeking a peaceful base to explore the beautiful Kerry region.
Most guests describe the cottage as spotlessly clean and well-presented, though a few mention isolated issues such as a damp smell, unclean oven, or outdoor pet mess. Overall, cleanliness is a strong point.
The location is widely praised for its breathtaking views, tranquillity, and easy access to local attractions like the Kerry Cliffs, Portmagee, and Valentia Island. Some note it is a short drive to the village, but this is rarely seen as a drawback.
Guests frequently mention the cottage's comfort, cosy atmosphere, and suitability for families and pets. A few note that rooms can feel cramped and heating is mainly electric, but most find it homely and relaxing.
The cottage is generally well-equipped, with ample kitchenware and amenities. Some guests mention minor shortages (e.g., teaspoons, side plates), dated furnishings, and the need to pay separately for electricity. Accessibility features are noted positively.
The host is repeatedly praised for her exceptional hospitality, local advice, and thoughtful touches such as welcome packs and complimentary passes to local attractions. Please note that such gifts or extras are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Portmagee 1 mile. A charming, traditional Irish bungalow, semi-detached to the welcoming owners' own property and located just 1 mile from the pretty fishing village of Portmagee, County Kerry. Clean, comfortable and well equipped, this Portmagee cottage offers a spacious open plan kitchen and dining area and three well-presented bedrooms, all with televisions. UK channels are available in the main sitting room while visitors can enjoy free WiFi access to keep up to date with those e-mails! Enjoying fantastic views of Portmagee bay and Valentia Island, this Portmagee cottage is positioned at the foot of the Coomanaspig Pass where holidaymakers can enjoy breathtaking views from the highest point in Ireland that is accessible by car.
Take a stroll to the village to experience some traditional Irish hospitality in the selection of pubs or the culinary delights of the acclaimed restaurants. Portmagee is the gateway to the beautiful Valentia Island; take a drive across the bridge and enjoy one of Ireland's most unspoilt areas or stay a little closer to home and indulge in an invigorating but relaxing and peaceful walk along the nearby cliffs and take in the spectacular views of the Skellig Rocks and the sea birds before returning to your Portmagee cottage to relax and warm your bones in front of the cosy multi-fuel stove.
Portmagee is a fishing village on the tip of the Iveragh Peninsula in County Kerry. Known as the gateway to Valentia Island, Portmagee offers pubs, restaurants and Irish dancing, which takes place twice a week all year round. The Skellig Island Boat Trips are only 2 minutes from the village, while the area also offers great walking on the Kerry Way.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Three bedrooms with TV: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double with basin, 1 x family room with 1 double and 1 single with basin.
Bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC (suitable for wheelchair users).
Fitted kitchen with dining area and electric fire.
Sitting room with multi-fuel stove and sofa bed.
Central heating powered by multi-fuel stove in sitting room with electric fire in kitchen.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, video, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books and DVDs.
Electricity charged by meter reading, Starter pack provided for multi fuel stove.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available.
Off road parking for 4 cars.
Enclosed lawned garden with furniture and BBQ.
Four well-behaved pets welcome.
Shop and pub 1 mile, coast 10 mins walk.
Please note: Electricity charged by meter reading and payable to owner at end of your stay.
Please note: minimum stay is 3 nights.
Reviews (27)
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Jackie
Loved the location and it is was a good price for the week I rented. I did found the rooms rather cramped - not much room to move around the beds, and three sofas in the sitting room. While some supplies of crockery and utensils were good, you would be a bit short of some things (eg side plates and bowls) if there more than 4 of you! Feel it would be better trying to cater for maximum of 5 or 6 guests, and having a little more space in bedrooms and sitting rooms. As others have said, you do noed to pay for electricity used - it was just under £15 the week I was there which was just for hot water, lighting and two loads in washing machine. In winter, there is an open fire in sitting room but the other heating is electric.
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Michelle
Very clean and well equipped. Incredible hospitality.
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Desdra
We had the a stressless few weeks and the area is the most beautiful in Ireland one down point is there are no disabled parking spaces in Portmagee main street and that makes getting into resturants hard. All in all it was a superb holiday