Castletownshend Coastal Retreat
Highlights
- Perfect for magnificent private retreat or exclusive holiday hideaway in Co. Cork
- Accommodates up to 14
- Paddle boards, Kayaks and a 16ft handcrafted sailboat are available on site
- Catering can be provided
- All bedrooms have water view
- Free weights gym
Perfect for Large Family Gatherings and Groups of Friends
Co. Cork
Property overview
Nestled in one of the most picturesque and historical areas of West Cork, Ireland, Castletownshend Coastal Retreat occupies one of the finest waterside settings in the area. It was built around 1869 and recently restored into a 4,500 sq.ft private family home with stunning interior contemporary design. The house has been carefully extended and modified to now provide light and deceptively spacious accommodation. Situated in an area of beautiful coastal scenery and outstanding natural beauty, this 7 bedrooms/4 bathrooms home features multiple indoor and outdoor living/dining areas, each overlooking the spectacular views of Castlehaven harbour. Guests can unwind in complete privacy in this coastal gem which is perfect for family gatherings. The gardens and sunken terraces with multiple seating areas are sheltered and lead to the waters' edge where guests can star gaze or simply enjoy the sound of the waves. Paddle boards, kayaks and a 16ft handcrafted sailboat are available onsite along with a small free weight gym area. Catering can be provided or our local driver can whisk you to many of the outstanding local restaurants. Castletownshend village is a peaceful but cosmopolitan village which draws visitors and residents from around the globe and features the award-winning gastropub Mary-Ann’s. For the avid scuba enthusiasts, there are many wrecks to dive, local whale watching, and golfers can tee out at the Skibbereen Golf Club. Castletownshend Coastal Retreat is now available for exclusive private rentals.
Accommodation
All seven bedrooms of the property overlook the Castlehaven Bay reeling in sheer serenity and tranquility. It demonstrates an elegant decor with some rooms displaying maritime ambience with blue and white palettes, rattan flooring and driftwood lamps. The property's timelessness is reflected in the vaulted ceilings with exposed beams featured in several rooms. The gardens are a particular feature of the property offering stunning views over Castlehaven sheltered from prevailing winds by high stone wall to the western side which also provides much privacy and seclusion. They include temperate climate-loving trees and shrubs with lawns running right to the waters’ edge. There are stone pathways leading to a stone sun terrace with a curved seating area and also a sunken terrace close to the house, for al fresco dining.
Location
The property is located in West Cork, an area of stunning coastal scenery and outstanding natural beauty with a mild year-round climate generated by the Gulf Stream ocean current. The historic and pretty village of Castletownshend, developed around the castle built in the mid 1600’s, sits on the north side of Castlehaven harbour. It is a much sought after and cosmopolitan village in nature, with residents drawn from around the globe and being tranquil and atmospheric with no through roads. There are strong literary connections with the village, once home to well known writers of The Irish RM, Somerville and Ross, both buried here in St. Barrahane’s Church - replete with Harry Clarke stained glass windows. The village provides shop, pubs and noted, Egon Ronay recommended, Mary Anne’s restaurant. There is a delightful sheltered harbour with much sailing activity in summer.
The ‘capital’ of West Cork, Skibbereen is 8 km distant with extensive facilities and including a country market. Cork, Ireland’s second city with international Airport is approximately one hour distant. The fishing village of Union Hall is also some 8 km away, with restaurant/pubs, shop and post office. The area offers many leisure opportunities, sandy beaches and a peaceful pace of life. There is a sandy beach at Sandycove, within walking distance and Tragumna. This area provides some of the finest sailing along the entire south west coast, whilst golf is catered for at Skibbereen and Bantry. There is excellent fishing by arrangement, to the Rivers Illen, Argideen and Bandon.
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Castletownshend Coastal Retreat
Highlights
- Perfect for magnificent private retreat or exclusive holiday hideaway in Co. Cork
- Accommodates up to 14
- Paddle boards, Kayaks and a 16ft handcrafted sailboat are available on site
- Catering can be provided
- All bedrooms have water view
- Free weights gym
Perfect for Large Family Gatherings and Groups of Friends
Co. Cork
Property overview
Nestled in one of the most picturesque and historical areas of West Cork, Ireland, Castletownshend Coastal Retreat occupies one of the finest waterside settings in the area. It was built around 1869 and recently restored into a 4,500 sq.ft private family home with stunning interior contemporary design. The house has been carefully extended and modified to now provide light and deceptively spacious accommodation. Situated in an area of beautiful coastal scenery and outstanding natural beauty, this 7 bedrooms/4 bathrooms home features multiple indoor and outdoor living/dining areas, each overlooking the spectacular views of Castlehaven harbour. Guests can unwind in complete privacy in this coastal gem which is perfect for family gatherings. The gardens and sunken terraces with multiple seating areas are sheltered and lead to the waters' edge where guests can star gaze or simply enjoy the sound of the waves. Paddle boards, kayaks and a 16ft handcrafted sailboat are available onsite along with a small free weight gym area. Catering can be provided or our local driver can whisk you to many of the outstanding local restaurants. Castletownshend village is a peaceful but cosmopolitan village which draws visitors and residents from around the globe and features the award-winning gastropub Mary-Ann’s. For the avid scuba enthusiasts, there are many wrecks to dive, local whale watching, and golfers can tee out at the Skibbereen Golf Club. Castletownshend Coastal Retreat is now available for exclusive private rentals.
Accommodation
All seven bedrooms of the property overlook the Castlehaven Bay reeling in sheer serenity and tranquility. It demonstrates an elegant decor with some rooms displaying maritime ambience with blue and white palettes, rattan flooring and driftwood lamps. The property's timelessness is reflected in the vaulted ceilings with exposed beams featured in several rooms. The gardens are a particular feature of the property offering stunning views over Castlehaven sheltered from prevailing winds by high stone wall to the western side which also provides much privacy and seclusion. They include temperate climate-loving trees and shrubs with lawns running right to the waters’ edge. There are stone pathways leading to a stone sun terrace with a curved seating area and also a sunken terrace close to the house, for al fresco dining.
Location
The property is located in West Cork, an area of stunning coastal scenery and outstanding natural beauty with a mild year-round climate generated by the Gulf Stream ocean current. The historic and pretty village of Castletownshend, developed around the castle built in the mid 1600’s, sits on the north side of Castlehaven harbour. It is a much sought after and cosmopolitan village in nature, with residents drawn from around the globe and being tranquil and atmospheric with no through roads. There are strong literary connections with the village, once home to well known writers of The Irish RM, Somerville and Ross, both buried here in St. Barrahane’s Church - replete with Harry Clarke stained glass windows. The village provides shop, pubs and noted, Egon Ronay recommended, Mary Anne’s restaurant. There is a delightful sheltered harbour with much sailing activity in summer.
The ‘capital’ of West Cork, Skibbereen is 8 km distant with extensive facilities and including a country market. Cork, Ireland’s second city with international Airport is approximately one hour distant. The fishing village of Union Hall is also some 8 km away, with restaurant/pubs, shop and post office. The area offers many leisure opportunities, sandy beaches and a peaceful pace of life. There is a sandy beach at Sandycove, within walking distance and Tragumna. This area provides some of the finest sailing along the entire south west coast, whilst golf is catered for at Skibbereen and Bantry. There is excellent fishing by arrangement, to the Rivers Illen, Argideen and Bandon.
Made to measure
We are Experience
Designers
Our team of highly experienced travel designers will guide you from beginning to end as you embark on a tailor-made journey of distinction, enjoying truly exclusive and authentic cultural experiences. We can fulfil your bucket-list dreams.