Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car essential Nearest amenities: 2 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children Smokers welcome Self-catering
Home description
"The Stables" was converted in the 1960s and its facilities have been regularly updated over the years - The entire first floor, including games room, studio and all bedrooms and bathrooms were completely refurbished 2006/7. Please check our website at the bottom of the page on activities in this wonderful area.
It sleeps up to 21 people together with Westcove House (advert 46960), particularly useful for extended family re-unions, being very suitable for children. It is also available for renting on its own (but not usually during the high season). All upstairs bedrooms have a good sea view.
Front view of the Stables
The Sitting Room
Open-plan kitchen and dining area
Master bedroom with vanity unit
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/46961
The County Kerry region
Westcove is an ideal base from which to explore the many fascinating areas in this, the most scenic corner of Ireland. There are numerous possible excursions: north to Killarney with its famous lakes, northwest to the legendary Dingle Peninsular, west to Waterville, Balliskellings and Valencia Island, from where you can take an unforgettable boat trip to the Skelligs.
To the south lies Bantry Bay, which is reached via spectacular mountain passes. Kerry and West Cork are dotted with wonderful tropical gardens, especially beautiful in May and June. The countryside immediately surrounding Castlecove is ideally suited for all types of walking, ranging from gentle strolls along lovely sandy beaches to more serious hikes over craggy hills. The famous 'Kerry Way' walk takes you along the ridge of hills, all the way from Waterville to Kenmare and is well signed, but still wonderfully unspoiled.
Watersports: You can swim, row and shrimp nearby and there are several sandy beaches within ten minutes drive. Derrynane, 4 miles away, has an excellent watersports centre in the summer - with facilities for all ages, including water-skiing, windsurfing, sailing and canoeing. Scuba diving facilities are also available locally.
Fishing: Salmon, trout and sea fishing can be arranged locally. Some of our visitors enjoy spinning for bass, mullet etc. from nearby beaches and rocks. (More details below on this page)
Shooting: During the winter, challenging shooting over the wild stretches of bog land for woodcock and snipe can be arranged. Irish gun licences must be obtained in advance.
Riding: Beach riding and pony trekking are available 2 miles away at Caherdaniel.
Eating Out: There are several excellent and varied restaurants around. The convivial atmosphere of the Irish pub is legendary - the whole family can be assured of a very warm welcome, and after closing time, during the summer, there are often discos for the young, and 'young at heart'!
Golf: There are five excellent and varied golf courses within ¾ of an hours drive of Westcove.
Caherdaniel area
A few suggestions for “Outings” within 15 minutes drive: Derrynane: go straight on to visit Derrynane House – a fascinating insight into Irish history – the house of Daniel O’Connell, “The Liberator”. The house and gardens are also worth a tour … in summer the tea rooms have an irresistible selection of home-made cakes.
Caherdaniel: stop for a Guinness at Freddy’s – a well known local pub which has been there forever, or go to The Blind Piper – a younger atmosphere and excellent food. In summer, there’s a market in the village hall between 10 and 12 on Friday mornings – well worth a visit – lots of local produce and crafts. There is also an excellent food market on Sundays.
Arguably the best example of a pre-Christian fort in Ireland, Staigue Fort is less than 15 mins drive away. Well worth a visit, especially on a clear day, when the views out over the Atlantic are breathtaking.
Local Walks: If you just want a stroll along the dunes (dogs paradise with endless rabbit burrows) go to the beautiful beaches and dunes of Derrynane. There are a couple of excellent, slightly more challenging walks you can try, starting from Westcove itself.
How to get there
* By air: From London you can fly to CORK (Aer Lingus or Ryan Air) or KILLARNEY (Kerry Airport) (Ryan Air from Stansted, Luton and Manchester) and hire a car. Several other UK airports also offer flights to Cork.
* By ferry: Car ferry services are also good. Most of the year there is an excellent service offered by Swansea/Cork Ferries (01792-456116) and brochures are available from most travel agents. This is a ten hour crossing,but with the advantage that Cork is only 2½ hours drive to Westcove, whereas from Rosslare the journey takes at least 5½ hours. BE AWARE. Swansea Cork Ferries have been unable to replace their ferry for 2007. This means there will be no ferry service from Swansea to Cork in 2007. This may change, but please check their website. www.swanseacorkferries.com Stena Line (08705-707070) run daily services throughout the year from Fishguard to Rosslare on the south-eastern tip of Ireland. As well as their 3½ hour crossing, they also offer a 1½ hour sailing on a Catamaran, weather permitting. Irish Ferries (08705-171717) sail from Pembroke to Rosslare. For advice and tickets at competitive rates on all ferry crossings, we suggest you contact Travel Destination on 01707-329988.
* There is no public transport, so a car is essential.
* Access to The Stables: Follow the road straight through Castlecove for one mile and, after passing some derelict buildings on your left, take the second turn on your left at a small crossroads. After about 100 yards, the entrance to Westcove House and The Stables is directly in front of you. Proceed over the cattle grid, with a stone wall on either side. The Stables is immediately on your right.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Kerry: 60 km
Railway:
Killarney: 45 km
Ferry:
Cork/Rosslare: 120 km
Activities near Caherdaniel
Sports: Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, DVD player, Boat available for guest use, Sea view
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Pool / Snooker table, Table tennis, Games room
Single beds (7), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 10, Lounge seating for 10, Sleeps maximum of 11
Other:
Please check with with the owner regarding linen and towels. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Swing set
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Ground Floor Sitting Room: Comfortable room with open fire, TV/DVD and Radio/CD player. Kitchen: Open plan with gas oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher. Dining area seats up to 10. This includes a spacious play area. Bedroom 5: Small, with 5ft double bed (convertible to two, 2ft 6in single beds, if required). Bedroom 6: Very small, with a single bed. Bathroom: Large, with shower over bath, loo, basin and heated towel rail. Laundry Room: Now approached from the outside with washing machine, tumble drier and heated drying area.
First Floor Bedroom 1: Large, with five-foot double bed and vanity unit. Bedroom 2: Spacious twin bedroom with basin. Bedroom 3: Small, with two single beds, one of which can slide under the other to make a comfortable single room. Bedroom 4: Small bunk bedroom, lower bunk is 4ft wide - comfortable for single adult. Bathroom: With power shower over bath, heated towel rail, loo and basin. Shower Room: Electric shower with loo and basin.
Further details outdoors: "The Stables" is situated in the grounds of Westcove House, but it has the use of a large area of lawn to the south with volleyball net, if required. There are swings and a slide for small children
A few steps down from the first floor is a large Studio, very well lit from the North, useful for art groups and as a teenage "hangout". A 6 foot snooker/pool table is set up in here but folds away when the room is required for other purposes.
The huge Games Room, leading off the Studio, is very well equipped with table tennis, table football and darts. It also converts well into a small meeting room as it has 30 stacking chairs. Irish live music/dancing evenings can be arranged for special celebrations - very popular with all ages! The Games Room and Studio are also approachable from the outside. These facilities are shared by mutual agreement with Westcove House when let separately.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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Mid Season
8 Sep 08
30 Oct 08
1400£1,176
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30 Oct 08
18 Dec 08
1200£1,008
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18 Dec 08
4 Jan 09
1600£1,345
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4 Jan 09
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1200£1,008
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3 Apr 09
10 Jul 09
1400£1,176
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10 Jul 09
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1600£1,345
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28 Aug 09
30 Oct 09
1400£1,176
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30 Oct 09
20 Dec 09
1200£1,008
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High Season
20 Dec 09
3 Jan 10
1600£1,345
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
* Lettings are normally weekly from Thursday to Thursday, but can be flexible by arrangement, and run from 3:00pm on the day of arrival until 10:00am on departure day unless otherwise agreed.* Providing The Stables are taken for at least one week, additional days are charged 'pro rata'.* Short Breaks: The Stables are sometimes available for short breaks, but not usually in the High Season. Up to 4 nights: two thirds of the weekly rate.* Cooking, housekeeping and baby sitting maybe available at extra cost.*prices for smaller group sizes available upon request
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