Black Rock Cottage
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About the home
Blackrock Cottage is a charming, enchanting luxurious and beautifully restored 350 year old Limerick heritage property, set in a very scenic location on the Cork Limerick border with panoramic views of the Ballyhoura mountains. It offers a very safe environment and an exceptionally comfortable touring base for exploring Killarney, Kerry, Waterford, Tipperary and the South and West of Ireland. The owners Alyce & Michael take great care and pride to
present the best possible experience of self catering in Ireland to all our guests.
The Cottage has been completely renovated and tastefully decorated to retain the character
and charm of the original building. Guests can enjoy the landscaped gardens with a patio area for barbecues, before retiring with all the comforts of home. Beds and mattresses etc. are supremely comfortable and all fixtures and fittings are of the highest quality.
Set on a working farm in a very scenic location, Blackrock cottage offers a luxury holiday
rental on the Cork Limerick border complete with natural spring water on tap. Guests are
always assured of a warm and friendly welcome.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 5, 2 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Lahinch, 70km |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 2km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | May take pets - please enquire No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | DVD player, Staffed Property |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player, Satellite TV |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom and 1 en suite |
| Furniture: | Single beds (3), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 5 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Shared garden, Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available |
| Access: | Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
. 1000 square feet
. Blackrock Cottage: Sleeps 5
· Two large bedrooms
· 1 Double with en-suite bathroom
. 1 Triple room
· Large bathroom
· Large open plan area with comfortable sitting room/cum dining area and log effect oil fired room heater
· A well equipped kitchen
. Oil fired central heating
. Satellite TV, DVD & Radio/CD
. Coffee Maker
. Outside patio with table & chairs
Further details outdoors:
This cottage has excellent panoramic views from the patio garden.
Further details
· Bed linen & towels included
. Heating & electricity extra on a non profit basis
Conditions
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The Limerick / Tipperary / County Limerick region
Ballyhoura Country is situated in the southwest region of Ireland, on the borders of counties Limerick, Tipperary and Cork. The area’s ancient and unspoilt landscapes make it an ideal location for a range of outdoor activities. Here you can create your very own adventure break with a great selection of outdoor activities and events to suit families, groups and individuals alike.
The area has a good choice of walks and cycle paths and if you like a quicker pace there is plenty mountain biking, kayaking, wake boarding, fishing, shooting, hill running, orienteering and adventure racing, all guaranteed to provide a challenge.
Whatever gets your heart racing be sure to stop and take a deep breath, feel the wind in your face, taste real local food and experience the warm hospitality of the area.
Nightlife varies from traditional rambling houses, small village pubs, excellent restaurants to the brighter lights of the larger towns.
The Ardpatrick area
On the hill above the village is the site of a 5th century monastery and round tower or cloictheach, now in ruins. Legend tells of a peal of 7 silver bells which once hung in the tower. The monastery was reputedly founded by St.Patrick himself and is surrounded by earthworks probably far more ancient. From the hill can be seen Castle Oliver, a 19th Century mansion built by the Oliver Gascoignes.
Local attractions include
Lough Gur (world famous archaeological site) 30Minutes
Swiss Cottage 1 Hour.
Cahir Castle 1 Hour.
Mitchelstown Caves 1 Hour.
Adare Village 1 Hour.
The historic town of Kilmallock. 15 Minutes
For the outdoor enthusiast there
Hill walking, with many excellent mapped walking routes. 5 Minutes
Horse-riding 20 Minutes
Golfing many award winning courses nearby 20 Minutes
fishing 20 Minutes
Mountain Biking Ballyhoura is aworld class mountain biking centre is 5 Minutes away
Touring
In easy distance of Cork, Kerry And Waterford
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Cork/Shannon: 60 km |
| Ferry: | Rosslare: 120 km |
Ryan Air runs regular cheap flights to Cork, Shannon and Dublin from most European cities.
Activities near Ardpatrick
Tennis in town
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
A winter sun break
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 03 Oct 2011 |
Blackrock Cottage and its surroundings are a credit to the owners they are the most beautiful I have seen in Ireland in all the times I have travelled there. We will definatley be going back. |
18 Aug 2011 |
The cottage was extremely well presented, with all amenities, in a beautiful setting. The owners, Alyce & Michael were very helpful and generous, providing a friendly atmosphere to the cottage. The location provided an ideal base for visiting many of the sites in the south, hence avoiding the need to pack and move every day |
Guestbook for Black Rock Cottage
See reviews on Trip Advisor for Castleoliver farm.
What can we say except everything is perfection. Alyce and Michael you have it just right. Thanks for everything . We will be back.
You can be sure of that.
Lovely as good as a 5 star hotel, Will be back. Thanks very much.
Marie& Steve, Manchester
Best wishes Ted, Teresa, Bernie and Dymphna.We have stayed all over the World in the best rentals. This one met and exceeded our choosy standards. The kids enjoyed michelle and loved the animals We will all leave a bit of our hearts here with you and take a piece of Ireland back with us. Thank you for your amazing hospitality.We will be back!.
Ramin, Amanda & Family, UAE and USA.
We all really enjoyed our stay in your beautiful cottages. We will be back again next year.
The Mahoney Family, Manchester.
Thank you for making us feel so welcome. We love Ireland and Castleoliver farm. Blackrock cottage has
been comfortable and accommodating. Just a great experience, thanks so much.
Bob, Lorie and family,Kentucky, USA
Had a wonderful time. Blackrock Cottage is lovely as is the Farm. Thank you Alyce and Michael for your
warm Hospitality. The children loved Penny and Seamus. We will recommend Castleoliver farm to anyone
considering a trip to this lovely Country. Thanks again and God bless.Richard,Helen,James,Ed and Beth, Norfolk, England
You have such a lovely home, it has been such a joy to stay here. This cottage has been our first visit to Ireland perfect.Thank you so much for all your help advice and kindness, they were greatly appreciated.
Blessings.
Jeri Anne, Birmingham, USA
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros € | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 5 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| 8 Oct 11 | 28 Apr 12 | € 450 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 28 Apr 12 | 30 Jun 12 | € 500 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 30 Jun 12 | 1 Sep 12 | € 550 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 1 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | € 500 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 29 Sep 12 | 16 Dec 12 | € 450 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 16 Dec 12 | 5 Jan 13 | € 500 | - | - | 1 Week | |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Electricity and heating oil are extra on a non profit meter basis.
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Languages spoken   The owner is based in Ireland and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2011. This cottage has received 2 reviews from previous guests.  |
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