Briar Stone
5 guests
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3 bedrooms, 4 beds
2 bathrooms
+1 extra toilet
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On the outside, this stone-clad cottage is as traditional as can be. But step through the front door and you'll find a stylish, contemporary home packed with modern comforts. Gather together in the cosy lounge and watch a flick on the smart TV as the wood-burning stove flickers in the vintage hearth. In the kitchen, you'll have everything you need to whip up an Irish stew – best enjoyed around the dining table with a side of soda bread, of course. When the sun is shining, head to the enclosed garden and fill your lungs with fresh country air – Kenmare is noted for having some of the cleanest in all of Europe. Dotted with pretty plants and green grass, it's the perfect spot to savour a cocktail or a pint of Guinness as the little ones play in the evening light. And, of course, the views aren't too shabby either – upstairs, the main suite has a gorgeous outlook of the surrounding mountains. Nestled in between the Ring of Kerry and the Ring of Beara, you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to adventures in the great outdoors. Kenmare has ample rambling routes nearby – including walking trials through... The Kerry Way, hikes up Carrauntoohil and treks through the foothills of the MacGillycuddy Reeks. Sail on Kenmare Bay, take a day trip to Killarney or Cork City or simply spend the afternoon roaming Kenmare's historic lanes – village shops, local pubs and mouth-watering restaurants are just steps from your door.
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What to expect
Highlights
Explore Kenmare, a Heritage Town packed with character that's smack-dab in the Ring of Kerry
Stay in a stone-clad cottage just a few steps from the town's array of restaurants, shops and pubs
Cuddle up by the fire with a glass of Guinness and a good book after a day trip to Killarney
Wake up each morning in the main suite and admire the view of the surrounding mountains
Don your walking boots and head out for a hike on The Kerry Way or through the countryside
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Home truths
The second bedroom has a small double bed suitable for only one guest
If you're travelling with little ones, a cot and high chair are available on request
This home is set over two floors with all the bedrooms upstairs – it may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
Although there isn't a dedicated office here, there's a small desk in one of the bedrooms and the dining table also doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace
We suggest renting a car here to make the most of the location – there's parking on-site
About this stay
Amenities
Outdoor seating
Desk / workplace
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Garden
Bedrooms & bathrooms
3 bedrooms, 4 beds
2 bathrooms, 1 additional toilet
Local guide
About Ireland
The population of the Republic of Ireland sits close to five million, yet in 2019, it welcomed over nine-and-a-half million tourists. Why could that be? It might be tempting to put it down to the naturally friendly disposition of the Irish (one of the most widely known Gaelic phrases, ‘céad míle fáilte’, translates as ‘a hundred thousand welcomes’), but there’s a little more to it than that. With more than...
Get around
Train station
Killarney
5 hr 39 min
Train station
Farranfore
8 hr 41 min
Train station
Rathmore
9 hr 7 min
Bus stop
Kenmare
6 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
60
days
Cancel at least 60 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 60 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Lisa
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Lisa and her team have amassed a collection of the most spectacular homes throughout Ireland, meaning you can get on with the important business of exploring the Emerald Isle.
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