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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4861 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Kenmare, County Kerry
  • Place, Kenmare Stone Circle
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Cromwell's Bridge
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Kenmare Golf Club
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
    ‪72 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kenmare

This vacation home places you within a few miles (5 km) of Beara Way Walk and St. Patrick's Church. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Kenmare Stone Circle - 11 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Cromwell's Bridge - 12 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Kenmare Heritage Centre - 12 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Beara Way Walk - 12 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Kenmare Golf Club - 12 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Killarney Station - 38 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪PF McCarthys - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Stables Brasserie & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Atlantic Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bean & Batch - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Lounge at Sheen Falls Lodge - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rusheens Cottage. Charming comfortable cottage with sauna in peaceful valley.

Charming country cottage with sauna in the quiet Ballygriffin valley nestled between the famous Ring of Kerry and the Ring of Beara with the heritage town of Kenmare only 10 minutes away.

Sauna with fountain shower. Underfloor central heating. Open fire. Smart TV, Optical Broadband Internet 500+Mbs

Use the Cottage as a base for hiking, cycling or motoring tours on the Kerry Way, the Beara Way or the Wild Atlantic Way.

An ideal location for cycling / motoring tours on the Ring of Kerry / the Ring of Beara.
Killarney National Park, Muckross House, Torc Falls 30 minutes by car. Blarney Castle and Cork City 90 min by car.

Adjacent to a ceramic artists studio and a yoga and meditation centre.

There are a number of activity and equestrian centres in the Kenmare area offering a wide range of activities including horse riding, water sports, archery, etc.

Golf, Fishing, Seafari, Walking, Hiking, Cycling, Water Sports, ....
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 861 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Wifi & cleaning included. Gas/electricity for stays 10+ nights billed at cost via meter readings (check-in/out); 30+ nights billed monthly.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Kinder sehr willkommen, wenn beaufsichtigt.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Kenmare, close to Kenmare Stone Circle, Cromwell's Bridge, and Ring of Kerry Golf and Country Club. You'll also find Beara Way Walk and Kenmare Heritage Centre within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Rusheens Cottage. Charming comfortable cottage with sauna in peaceful valley.?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking available.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Rusheens Cottage. Charming comfortable cottage with sauna in peaceful valley.?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a smart TV, and a kitchen.

Are there hot tubs at Rusheens Cottage. Charming comfortable cottage with sauna in peaceful valley.?

No, but this vacation home does have a sauna.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Rusheens Cottage. Charming comfortable cottage with sauna in peaceful valley.?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Killarney (KIR-Kerry), which is about 23 mi away. Another top airport is Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe), which is around 29 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Rusheens Cottage. Charming comfortable cottage with sauna in peaceful valley.?

Yes, every house at Rusheens Cottage. Charming comfortable cottage with sauna in peaceful valley. comes with a patio and some offer mountain views.

Rusheens Cottage. Charming comfortable cottage with sauna in peaceful valley. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marcus place was wonderful , well provisioned and comfortable. The sauna was wonderful to go in every night. Jesse his dog was a wonderful addition that would meet us like clock work when we arrived and departed each day. Be sure to check out his wonderful pottery work.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall an excellent stay, Markus took very good care of us and we received a warm welcome so many thanks ! The chalet is very confortable and has everything we need. The place is very peaceful and near many beautiful sites !
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home away from home

Lovely cottage, perfect location. Great host, I could not have asked for more
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful cottage in southwestern Ireland

It was always so nice to come home to this lovely cottage after a long day sightseeing!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1st trip to Ireland

We couldn’t imagine a more perfect place to stay on our first trip to Ireland. Secluded and stunning location yet close to Kenmare for easy trips in and beyond. Hosts are generously welcoming and care for the property with love.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Owner provided detailed directions from main road . Cottage had everything we needed. The town of Kenmare is beautiful with lots of shops , pubs and restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Our family had the most fantastic holiday, staying in Rusheens. Markus and Dhara are wonderful hosts, and the property is both comfortable and conveniently located near Kenmare, which allowed us explore various parts of Killarney National Park, Dingle, Derrynane and beyond. The sauna was a wonderful way to relax in the evenings. The kitchen was very well equipped and surpassed our expectation and made food prep for meals and picnics easy. I would highly recommend Rusheens, and we hope to return.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best host and location when in Kenmare. We so enjoyed our stay at this beautiful cottage hidden in the quiet hills outside Kenmare but a quick ride into this quaint village that had it all. Great shops excellent foods and the kindest people in Ireland. Highly recommend those hidden gem. We'll miss our morning visits from Jess the head of the operation and their dog. Simply the best place I've stayed while in Ireland.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

far out!

all the way up in the hills but not too far to be unconvenient. Everything you need is there. Sauna, great views, comfortably houses a family even if you decide to stay indoors all day. Very relaxed interaction with the owner.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Hidden Retreat

We absolutely loved our stay at Rusheens, a lovely cottage with privacy and comfort in a most beautiful setting. Dara and Markus were warm and informative hosts, just the best. The town of Kenmare was a sweet surprise, with some great places to eat and see, among them Reenagross Park. Kenmare afforded us access to 3 peninsulas as well as Killarney National Park and many other sights. It was always a treat to return home at the end of a long day to the wagging tail of their sweet dog, Jess! We recommend Rusheens without hesitation!
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very private compact house - convenient to Kenmare

The house is perfect as a starting point to visit Kenmare, Cork, and 3 of Ireland's beautiful peninsulas in the south west. The kitchen is well stocked with all the needed utensils. Both hosts are delightful and we saw them only when we needed. The house was perfect for us 3 adults but might be a bit crowded if there were more. Very private parking area and entrance. Lots of light and cheery.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Country solitude

The property listing is misleading ..it is off the main road high in the hills(15min) one lane road .. very hard to find at night.. also we had to pay extra for gas which in the listing was not mentioned.. a surprise...but all in all it was a nice place for peace and quiet.. don’t think they rent very often.. I wouldn’t stay there again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity.

My son and I very much enjoyed our stay. The cottage is very comfortable and clean. The location is just outside of Kenmare, up a winding road that is in very good condition. The directions to the cottage were easy to find, look for the blue bicycle! Marcus, the host, is a warm and caring fellow. The cottage is on his property, between his home and his artist studio, but extremely private with its own, separate driveway. The location is very peaceful with views of forest and the hills in the distance. I will stay there again, which is the highest compliment! Kim S. Seattle, WA
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Epitome of an Ireland Stay

Hard to describe what an amazing place this was to stay at, and how much of an impact the property itself has had on our overall trip to Ireland. The location is perfect, with downtown Kenmare only a few minutes from the house. The surrounding area is so beautiful, it’s exactly what we had hoped for to get a real feel of what Ireland is all about. The host Markus was incredibly easy to talk with and so accommodating to us as well. The cottage had everything we could possibly need, but even more so, it had such a warm, peaceful vibe. It’s easy to see the owners have put a lot of effort and thought into making this a one of a kind, very special place. My girlfriend and I had romantic nights by the fire, a wonderful ambient kitchen to cook in, and a sauna to relax in after our daily ventures around the area! To top it off, the owners dog Jess (such a great dog), would come and visit often, much to our delight, to share some love, and help us with missing our beloved animal back home! The place was perfect, that’s not even a good enough adjective to describe it. It made the setting for my proposal so special to my now finance and me! We will be back any and every time we visit Ireland again! Thank you for all the memories Rusheen’s Cottage, you will live in our hearts forever. ~ Marc & Michele
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful cottage! This was the most comfortable bed I slept in during our visit to Ireland and the sauna was lovely. The location is beautiful - on a mountainside ten minutes from the picturesque village of Kenmare. Markus was an excellent host and Jess the dog was a sweetheart!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Sehr nette Gastgeber in einer grünen Idylle. Perfekt zum ausruhen und Natur erleben. Von dort kann man sehr gut Tagesausflüge machen (5 Minuten bis nach Kenmare)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Uns hat das Ferienhaus sehr gut gefallen. Es ist sehr geräumig: Es gibt eine große Wohnküche sowie drei Schlafzimmer, dazu zwei Bäder und eine zusätzliche Dusche. Das alles hat für uns als Familie sehr gut gepasst, zumal mit einer Teenagerin. Auch die gut ausgestattete offene Küche war zum Kochen für eine Familie super. Gern hätten wir mehr Zeit dort verbracht, weil die Region von Kenmare zum Wandern und Entdecken einlädt.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Lage und alles vorhanden, was man braucht. Kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt im Rusheen's Cottage sehr genossen. Besonders hervorzuheben ist die hervorragende (Küchen-)Ausstattung. Die Lage war ruhig und idyllisch, perfekt zum Entspannen, und auch die Sauberkeit ließ keine Wünsche offen. Einziger kleiner Kritikpunkt waren die Matratzen, die für unseren Geschmack etwas härter hätten sein dürfen. Insgesamt aber ein tolles Ferienhaus, das wir gerne weiterempfehlen!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eine wunderbar ruhige Umgebung

Erholung von der ersten Minute, Küche war super ausgestattet, Sauna war auch klasse, Waschmaschine und Spülmaschine im Haus. Vermieter Markus sehr nett ( Saarlänner)
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacances dans la nature

Nous avons passé une semaine dans cette location et nous en sommes ravis. La maison est perdue en pleine nature qui est luxuriante. C'est très calme, très reposant. Nous avons découvert la région et marché dans des réserves naturelles. C'est magnifique.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Ort zum Entspannen

Großzügiges und gemütliches Haus mit Sauna inmitten grüner Hügel: Stille, Sternenhimmel und weite Natur, nur 10 Autominuten vom lebendigen Städtchen Kenmare entfernt, direkt am Ring of Kerry und Ring of Beara. Viele Ausflugs- und Wandermöglichkeiten in der Nähe, aber nur mir dem Auto erreichbar. Markus ist ein toller Gastgeber. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans un endroit exceptionnel, rempli de sérénité, un paradis.

Le châlet se trouve dans un endroit très verdoyant et très protégé. En chemin, vous verrez courir des lapins. Vos yeux seront remplis de grands espaces, d’arbres, de plantes, de fleurs, chants d’oiseaux,… Si vous avez besoin de silence, de calme, de sérénité, de douceur, de paix, ce châlet ainsi que ses hôtes très discrets, vous en procureront. Markus et Dhara vous accueillent chaleureusement tout en restant très discrets. La communication avec eux, est très agréable. Ils aiment ce lieu et souhaitent le faire partager. Vous êtes des hôtes professionnels et humanistes. Leur chienne passe pour un câlin le matin et le soir. L’endroit est très propre, très bien entretenu et très chaleureux. Il est très bien équipé. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié le sauna. Le châlet spacieux et confortable se trouve dans un hameau de la ville de Kenmare. Il est très bien situé pour visiter Killarney et le Comté de Kerry. Nous y retournerons avec plaisir.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Balade en Kerry

Situation idéale pour visiter Kenmare et ses environs. Accueil sympathique et efficace de Marcus. Gite bien équipé et agréable. Nous le recommandons vivement.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Mooie vrije cottage, van de eigenaren die er naast wonen merk je niets. Heerlijk stil en alles erop en eraan. Heerlijk grote keuken en lekkere bedden.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023