Welcome to your perfect West Cork retreat — a newly built, beautifully finished 3-bedroom cottage nestled in the peaceful countryside of Kilbrittain. Ideally situated between some of Ireland’s most beloved coastal towns — Clonakilty, Bandon, Kinsale, and Inchydoney — this home offers the perfect balance of comfort and style. Whether you’re visiting for a family holiday, a golf getaway, or a scenic escape from city life, our cottage offers the ideal base to explore the magic of West Cork.
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🛏 The Space
This modern cottage features: • 3 spacious double bedrooms, each with its own smart TV for private relaxation. • A stylish open-plan kitchen and living area, ideal for group dinners or cozy nights in. • A fully equipped kitchen with everything you need — oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, cookware, and more. • 1.5 bathrooms with fresh towels, toiletries, and shower. • Complimentary Wi-Fi, a washing machine and dryer combined. • Private free parking directly outside the cottage for your convenience. • A Welcome Pack awaits you on arrival, filled with holiday goodies to start your stay right.
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📍 Scenic Location
Our cottage is located just 1.5km from Kilbrittain village, a charming and peaceful spot in West Cork that’s full of local character and natural beauty.
Kilbrittain offers: • A playground for kids • Walking and forest trails • A fascinating whale skeleton display in the village (a hit with families and nature lovers) • Traditional pub,local shop and café
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🏖 Nearby Attractions & Day Trips
You’re perfectly placed to explore the very best of West Cork and beyond:
🔹 Beaches (5–15 mins away) • Coolmain Strand – A quiet local gem, perfect for morning swims or evening walks. • Harbour View Beach – Ideal for families with panoramic views. • Inchydoney Beach – Award-winning Blue Flag beach, perfect for surfing or relaxing with a coffee at the cliffside hotel bar. • Garretstown Beach – Great for surfing, kitesurfing, swimming or just dipping the toes.
🔹 Golf & Outdoor Activities • Old Head Golf Links (20 mins) – World-famous cliffside course with jaw-dropping views. A dream for any golfer. • Pitch & Putt and Tennis Courts – Available in nearby Garretstown • Horse riding, kayaking, and surfing schools available in Courtmacsherry and Garretstown.
🔹 Scenic Towns & Villages • Kinsale (25 mins) – A vibrant harbour town known for its colourful streets, gourmet food scene, and sailing culture. • Clonakilty (20 mins) – Home of Clonakilty Black Pudding, festivals, and a lovely old-town charm. • Timoleague (7 mins) – Visit the ruins of Timoleague Abbey, a 13th-century Franciscan monastery right on the water’s edge. • Courtmacsherry (15 mins) – A beautiful seaside village, ideal for seafood, walks, and family adventures.
🔹 Family Fun • The West Cork Secret (2km) – A popular family attraction with outdoor activities, adventure courses, and seasonal events. • Smuggler’s Cove (Rosscarbery, 35 mins) – Maze, tubing, crazy golf and zip-lining — a hit with kids. • Model Railway Village (Clonakilty) – An adorable miniature version of West Cork towns, plus a road train that tours Clon.
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🍴 Food & Drink
West Cork is a foodie’s paradise, and you’re right in the heart of it.
Nearby options include: • The Pink Elephant (Harbour View) – Fine dining with sea views • The Lifeboat Inn (Courtmacsherry) – Great seafood and local craft beers • Monk’s Lane (Timoleague) – Stylish gastro-pub with top-notch local ingredients • The Speckled Door (Old Head) – Stunning sea views and hearty meals • Diva Boutique Bakery (Ballinspittle) – Artisan café with incredible cakes and coffee • Rebecca’s Café (2KM) Relax with a coffee and Beautiful Home Baking • Charlie Maddens Pub (Timoleague) Traditional Pub with Good food and a Trad session every Thursday night 🌳 Walking, Hiking & Nature • Kilbrittain Woods & Trails – Just down the road, with peaceful forest loops and views of the estuary. • Seven Heads Peninsula Walks – Stunning cliff and coast paths near Courtmacsherry. • Old Head of Kinsale Loop – A breathtaking coastal walk around the golf links headland. • Lough Hyne & Baltimore – Further afield, but worth the drive for kayaking under the stars or ferrying to Sherkin Island.
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✈️ Getting Here • 35 minutes from Cork Airport • Easily reachable by car via N71 or R600 routes • Free private parking on site
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👨👩👧👦 Perfect For: • Families with kids • Couples looking for a romantic coastal escape • Golfers heading to Old Head • Staycations with friends • Writers, walkers, and wellness-seekers • International guests wanting a real Irish coastal experience
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💬 What Guests Love About Our Cottage: • The peaceful, private setting with nearby beaches • Central location for exploring all of West Cork • A true “home away from home” feeling
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📅 Ready to Book Your West Cork Stay?
We’d be delighted to host you. Whether you’re here for adventure, relaxation, or a bit of both — this is the place to slow down, explore nature, and soak up the unique charm of West Cork.