Bantry Bay House
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Overview
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Bantry Bay House has a fabulous position on the shores of Bantry Bay in beautiful West Cork. The American beach-style timber home makes a fantastic location for a relaxing family get together with gorgeous gardens to explore and panoramic views to enjoy.
The house can accommodate up to twelve guests across six bedrooms over two levels. On the ground floor is the main living accommodation comprising of an open-plan kitchen and dining area, living room and TV room. Also on this level is the master double bedroom which comes complete with en-suite bathroom. Upstairs, are a further three double bedrooms, each with en-suite bathroom facilities, further double and twin rooms as well as a separate family bathroom.
The outside space has the real wow factor, there are one and a half acres of beautiful gardens to explore complete with pathways and benches. The private floating pontoon on the bay is accessed from the pine fringed shore via a gangway, making this the perfect spot to enjoy a quiet drink on a warm evening. For those that want to enjoy al fresco dining, the garden comes complete with charcoal barbecue, after cooking up a storm, the large outdoor jacuzzi is the perfect place to relax especially after a long day of discovering wonderful West Cork or Kerry and all they have to offer.
What you should know…
- The upstairs accommodation is split into two sections, the older and the newer parts, with individual staircases leading to each part
- Due to its wonderful location on the shores of Bantry Bay, young children should not be left to explore alone
This home is a part of our Great Value Collection!
Our great value homes:
- may be traditionally styled for a laid back feeling
- may have some simple amenities and features
- mean that you can enjoy top holiday destinations for less!
Property Features
Ground Floor
- Kitchen with oven, hob, microwave, coffee machie, fridge, dishwasher, island breakfast bar with dining facilities for 12 and access to terrace
- Living room with ipod dock
- Lounge area with LCD TV and Xbox
- Master bedroom with double bed and en-suite bathroom with shower, WC and washbasin
- Cloakroom with WC and washbasin
First Floor (West Wing)
- Bedroom with double bed and en-suite bathroom with shower, WC and washbasin
- Bedroom with double bed
- Bedroom with twin beds
- Bathroom with bath, washbasin and WC
First Floor (East Wing)
- Bedroom with double bed and en-suite bathroom with bath, shower, WC and washbasin
- Bedroom with double bed and feature bathtub, washbasin and en-suite WC
Exterior Grounds
- Patio area
- Barbecue
- Outdoor heated jacuzzi
- Floating pontoon
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Washing machine
- Tumble dryer
- Hairdryers
- 3x kayaks with life jackets
Location
About the surrounding area of Bantry Bay HouseBantry Bay House borders Bantry Bay at Ballylickey, just five minutes away from Bantry itself where a range of supermarkets, restaurants and pubs can be found. Glengarriff is only a ten-minute car journey away, from here, visitors can travel to Garnish Ireland where the magnificent, quirky and exotic gardens can be enjoyed. Kerry Airport is approximately one hour from the house.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Kerry Airport
(87km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Bantry
(5.3km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Kealkill
(6km) |
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| Nearest Shop |
Bantry
(5.3km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Bantry
(5.3km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Bantry
(3km) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
Ouvane Falls Inn
(0.2km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Seaview House Hotel
(0.1km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Snave Strand
(0.2km) |
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Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesKids Activities Close-by
- Kid-friendly excursions
- Water excursions/Boat trips
- Horse Riding
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Onsite Facilities
- Children's books
- Board games
- DVD
- Waterfront
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | €800 due prior to arrival and to be refunded within 7 days of departure subject to a full damage inspection |
| Arrival time | 5.30 p.m. |
| Departure time | 9.30 a.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €800 due prior to arrival and to be refunded within 7 days of departure subject to a full damage inspection |
| Arrival time | 5.30 p.m. |
| Departure time | 9.30 a.m. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in rental price. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in rental price, one bed/towel change per week-long stay. |
| Minimum stay | 7-nights approx. June, July, August, September and Xmas & NY. 4 nights approx. mid April to end-may and end-September to end-October. 3 nights during all other periods. |
| Changeover day | Saturday approximately June, July, August, September and Xmas & NY. Flexible during all other periods. |
| Pets welcome? | Not allowed. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Stag/hen parties are not allowed. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 12 people:
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 21st 2024 - Jan 4th 2025 | - | - | - | £4,382 |
| Jan 4th 2025 - Apr 12th 2025 | £1,644 | £1,917 | £2,191 | £2,556 |
| Apr 12th 2025 - May 31st 2025 | - | £2,100 | £2,569 | £3,287 |
| May 31st 2025 - Jun 28th 2025 | - | - | - | £3,743 |
| Jun 28th 2025 - Aug 30th 2025 | - | - | - | £4,519 |
| Aug 30th 2025 - Sep 27th 2025 | - | - | - | £3,743 |
| Sep 27th 2025 - Nov 1st 2025 | - | £2,100 | £2,569 | £3,287 |
| Nov 1st 2025 - Dec 20th 2025 | £1,644 | £1,917 | £2,191 | £2,556 |
| Dec 20th 2025 - Jun 24th 2026 | - | - | - | £4,382 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Spectacular!
This is a beautiful home. Sun is out. Spectacular.
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A gem in West Cork
Fantastic location, especially well shown off by the brilliant weather we had for a whole week! The house is very comfortable and easily accommodated our multiple couples with small children. Great outdoor space and the waterfront is a real bonus. Great for kayaking, SUP and crabbing for small children (require supervision always!). There are also superb beaches and coves within a short drive. We mostly self-catered but Seaview hotel opposite is good for eating out and Manning's for morning coffee. Highly commended rental.
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One of a kind retreat
This is a very special property that provides plenty of space and comfort for everyone to enjoy its beauty and that of the surrounding area. We very much hope to return one day.
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Exceeded expectations
Marie’s place was by far the best place I’ve ever stayed! It was beautiful, spacious and felt like home. It really exceeded my expectations from the photos I saw beforehand. We had everything we needed and more already there from cooking utensils to books and games. Marie was so accommodating to our needs and quick to respond to any questions we had throughout our stay. We will definitely be back in the future!!
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What a house
Is stunning and the perfect place to unwind after touring the beautiful Cork and Kerry countryside. The gardens are magical and just go on and on. Highly recommend asking for recommendations for a private chef- having a lovely meal on the terrace was the perfect start to our stay. Annette is a gracious and helpful house manager. This house is a true gem and the most memorable place I have stayed!
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Highly recommend
Stayed for a week and had a wonderful stay! The house was very comfortable and is in a stunning location. It has everything you need for an enjoyable stay complete with gorgeous view of the Bay and kayaks too! Highly recommended and hope to be back soon.
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The most wonderful stay
We have just returned from the most wonderful stay at Bantry Bay House, the location is stunning and the photos don't do it justice! We made use of the kayaks every day (lifejackets are provided) and we spotted seals out in the bay. The house itself is enormous, even at full capacity it never felt crowded. One side of the house has a stairgate which was very useful with a 2 year old and we were provided with a travel cot and high chair, which was great. We followed a few of the recommendations, which were fantastic and enjoyed lovely food from Mannings down the road as well as a brilliant massage from Seaview House Hotel opposite. We look forward to returning! Thank you.
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We'll be back!
We had the most amazing week at Bantry Bay House. The house itself is comfortable and well equipped, we had everything we could need and more in the kitchen. Outside is beautiful, the view and access to the water was the highlight for us and the hot tub of course! We will definitely return, thank you
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Bantry Bay House
We had the best stay in Bantry Bay House. The house was so beautiful and we really enjoyed the jacuzzi and kayaking on the lake. The hosts were so accommodating and kind. We will be returning again
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We'll be back
Really nice setting and great hosts. Well recommended
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I wouldn't change a thing!
I would definitely recommend this house. It was extremely comfortable, clean and well equipped. The garden is gorgeous with lovely seating areas and a bbq. The hot tub is wonderful and we had great fun with the kayaks. The area is lovely with loads to see and do. We will definitely be back.
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Absolutely spectacular!
Don't hesitate to book this rental! A short drive from both Bantry Bay and Glengarriff kept all 13 of us busy, but we also needed a full day to enjoy the home. While no one took advantage of the kayaks (next time!) we loved the hot tub, big common areas, gorgeous gardens/landscaping (pictures can't capture it!) and the views!
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Really Quite Striking
Westerly house is a beautiful and spacious home on the bay with modern amenities and in a great location to explore Southern Ireland. It’s a lovely country home off the main road providing a comforting place to relax and yet be close enough to everything one might want to see in the area to be convenient. Each of the rooms are beautifully decorated in a French style reflecting the owners heritage. Modern bathrooms, a TV room, a fireplace, a large kitchen area and a hot tub all contribute to the homes peraonality. We had a great stay.
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Simply wonderful
The house is amazing, beautiful view, a lot of space, its cozy and worth a stay. Annette who welcomed us is very kind and helpfully. Marie we didn't meet but her help over the phone was very nice.
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