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Charming cottage with a hot tub and deck overlooking a stream. Amazing kitchen!

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Castleisland, County Kerry
  • Place, CastleIsland River Walk
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Crag Cave
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Killarney National Park
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Killarney

This cottage is located 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from CastleIsland River Walk and 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Crag Cave. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • CastleIsland River Walk - 16 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Crag Cave - 17 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Ballyseedy Woods - 27 min drive - 14.3 miles
  • Killarney National Park - 42 min drive - 20.5 miles
  • Ross Castle - 46 min drive - 22.4 miles

Getting around

  • Farranfore Station - 21 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Forge Coffee & Market Store - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Browne's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪King Kebab Castleisland - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Country Market - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hughes Bar - ‬16 min walk

About this property

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

Charming cottage with a hot tub and deck overlooking a stream. Amazing kitchen!



Cottage Mary Rose is Celebrating it's 22nd year of hosting guests! Cottage Mary Rose is a beautiful 18th century, white-washed, thatched roof cottage. One of Ireland's few remaining, it is what you dream of when thinking of Ireland. And with 21st Century amenities including increased water pressure, central heating, Jacuzzi tub and even a hot tub on our expansive rear deck overlooking a rushing stream below. Nestled in the pastoral valley of Mount Eagle. Hughes Bar (Pub)is just a 5 minute walk from the cottage. We boast an all natural garden. It is surrounded by its original dry stone walls and fuchsia. County Kerry is considered to be one of the most breathtaking places on this earth! There is so much close by to explore here. If you need a place to escape and get away from it all...…...you have found it. The peaceful country setting with amazing spa features, a rushing stream and a private cottage garden of your own! And it offers complete privacy.

You are welcomed by the bright red double door. As you enter, you get the feeling that you have stepped back in time. With its stone fireplace and high lofted ceilings in the sitting room it is a great room for conversation and games. Antiques fill the cottage with traditional and comfortable furniture as well. It is amazing to think of what this cottage has survived. It has truly come a long way from traditional Irish life to having the luxuries we dream of. There is a Jacuzzi tub and dishwasher as well as a bright red Aga stove so you can actually enjoy cooking. Truly an ideal place to call home while exploring the many treasures of CountyKerry. We do have WiFi and cable TV with many channels.
We welcome our guests with Irish treats.
The church and Kearney's small grocer are both next to Hughe's. Cottage Mary Rose is located in north Kerry. This makes Tralee and Killarney reachable in about 25 minutes. Also, County Cork is close to reaching the famed Blarney Castle is about an hour's drive.
We all need to escape and refresh our minds and souls. Being in nature and treating ourselves is the best medicine there is. Come, relax and enjoy the spa features and enjoy the beauty of the country, waiting to embrace you. We look forward to having you as our guest's. We are a proud member of Failte Ireland.

Keywords: Thatched Cottage, Irish vacation rental, Irish holiday rental, Irish cottage rental, Irish holiday accommodation, County Kerry vacation rentals, Kerry holiday rentals, County Kerry, self catering cottage rental, Irish vacation rental
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed outside only.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets are allowed and there is a $95. fee

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside 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 and a deadbolt lock
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Killarney, close to CastleIsland River Walk, Crag Cave, and Scotia's Glen.

Will I be able to park at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Charming cottage with a hot tub and deck overlooking a stream. Amazing kitchen! good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic cottage include a fireplace, a jetted bathtub, and a kitchen.

Does Charming cottage with a hot tub and deck overlooking a stream. Amazing kitchen! have a hot tub?

Yes, this cottage has a spa tub.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Killarney (KIR-Kerry), which is 9.3 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Charming cottage with a hot tub and deck overlooking a stream. Amazing kitchen!?

Yes, every accommodation at Charming cottage with a hot tub and deck overlooking a stream. Amazing kitchen! comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.

Charming cottage with a hot tub and deck overlooking a stream. Amazing kitchen! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 149 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L., South Lake Tahoe

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautifully snug little cottage in Castleisland Had everything we needed and didnt want for anything. Quite literally down the road from Hughes Bar for a pint by the fire. It was a good location for day tripping to Dingle and Killarney with a host of other villages to visit like NewCastle West and Adare.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Difficult to find, don’t trust the GPS, go to Hughes Bar, it’s just a bit down the road from there. Once there it is the most beautiful, magical place I have ever been. The grounds are wonderful, with a babbling brook in the back, behind the deck. Caroline and Timmy were most helpful getting us to the cottage and settled in. I can’t say enough good things, it is truly a once in a lifetime experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

randy c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication. Quaint cottage in a nice rural village. Exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful time at Cottage Mary Rose. The area was beautiful, Hughes’s bar was awesome! Caretaker Timmy went above and beyond. Caroline answered all our questions. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Carrie L.

Cute little cottage

I did leave a few comments on a letter in the cottage. There was landscaping done the morning after our first nights stay. Unfortunately I was sick in bed that day so the noise was a bit distracting. We were unable to get water in the guest bathroom shower so we all took a shower in the master bathroom. The water pressure was amazing in the master shower. There were a lot of gnats flying around, smell of propane/gas, musty - but otherwise a very unique home. The management was very quick to respond when we were not able to find the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lucy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage is lovely and everything we hoped for when booking a thatched roof cottage. We enjoyed listening to the stream that runs through the backyard and how cozy and homey the cottage felt. The only negative about our stay was that it was too short.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Diana M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in the irish countryside!

Quaint old fashioned rustic irish cottage just 30 min drive from killarney. Beautiful grounds, deck, hot tub. Area is scenic and quiet. Cottage had all necessary amenities. Easy communication with owner as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Castleisland stay

We enjoyed our stay and how original this home was. The hot tub and creek out back was so relaxing after a day of traveling. We didn’t cook while there so I can’t remark on cooking supplies and etc. I think some shelving in the large wardrobes in bedrooms would help a lot. We used the extra small table in the utility area to lay out our clothes so we didn’t have to get into luggage everyday. They had plenty of extra covers/pillows in 2nd bedroom. They also had toilet paper and paper towel for arrival which was nice. The parking issue mentioned in another review is no problem at all it’s literally 10 feet from the gate of the house. We would definitely stay again! It’s a beautiful area and the owner at Hughes bar told us to go to Brownes bar for live music on a Friday night and it was the highlight of our trip. Beautiful place with the friendliest people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer f.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a wonderful cottage and a great location to get to places in the Kerry area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

janiece m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautifully Restored Cottage

This cottage has been restored to bring a vintage Irish home alive, and updated with modern day conveniences. It is beautifully decorated, and supplied with everything a weary traveler could need. We found it neat and tidy, and very well maintained. It is located far enough away from the noise and traffic of the city, yet an easy drive to get you there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary B., Grayslake, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

The loveliest character cottage

Cannot say enough good things about this little cottage. It’s excellently located to all the best attractions in Kerry, and it’s perfectly situated in the country but close enough to Castleisland to make getting groceries and going to the local pub easy. The caretaker, Timmy, built a fire for us twice and a local man gave my Dad an autographed book of his own poetry. Absolutely perfect accommodation for a family trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Autumn long weekend

Great cottage for a long weekend, perfect for visiting Killarney and the surrounding area and hiking. The cottage has everything we needed and the host was very helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

gary b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic

The cottage was very rustic. Other than where it’s situated it’s a very charming little cottage. The problem is what the listing doesn’t not convey. There is no parking on site. Parking is across a relatively busy street. Inside the amenities had their charm but were old. Inside things felt cramped. Nice deck by a stream.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay

This cottage was the perfect introduction to Ireland and such a unique stay. There aren’t many thatch roof cottages anymore and especially rare to be along side a river with a hot tub and beautiful garden. It was a dream to stay at and the contacts were really easy to work with given our flight changes. Would absolutely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Authentic Cottage

The Cottage Mary Rose has been updated but still holds onto the charm and history of Ireland we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness

The most wonderful vacation experience ever!

We spent our entire 2 week vacation at Cottage Mary Rose as our home base from which to explore the southwest part of Ireland. It was perfect! Genuine Ireland at its best. The cottage itself is beautiful, cozy, a sanctuary to retreat to after a full day of touring. The manager and caretaker are amazing and so welcoming. The gardens surrounding the cottage and the creek beside it add even more beauty and serenity to this very special haven. We’ve left a part of our hearts here in this lovely place and hope to return soon!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy Holiday

Fantastic stay So much room,everything spotless Lovely stay for families Jacuzzi was lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint cottage

If you want a traditional Irish cottage, this is perfect. Not new and modern, but charming and cozy. Country setting, but near town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in an adorable cottage!

Our stay here was wonderful. This cottage has been around for a long time and we appreciated staying in a little piece of history. The cottage felt like our home away from home. We loved the huge deck in the back as well as the hot tub! Great communication with property managers & hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful thatched roof cottage

We loved this vrbo, it was an authentic Irish cottage. Communication with the host and the local people who help take care of the cottage was great. Timmy the groundskeeper was extremely helpful upon our arrival at the location. Very spaceous, with a large fireplace, full kitchen, washer, dryer. Lots of history and photos of the cottage over the years. Central to Killarney and Dingle. Our favourite!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Erin W.

Not recommended

We [family of 6, 3 adults, 3 kids (12, 10, 8)] recently traveled across all of Ireland. We had 3 nights booked at this home. Once arriving, we were instructed to park across the street, and to be careful crossing as its a busy street. That should have been our first red flag. We parked at the CEMETARY (2nd red flag), and entered the property. The grounds are quite lovely, not at all a place for a kids to play however. There is a running stream behind the property, and no safe guard to keep the kids from falling down the ravene. Watch your head when entering through the front door, its a low clearance. There are 2 bathrooms, one where there was no functioning light, and the other with a shower the perfect size for our young kids, maybe. There was very little to no space to put any of our luggage. The house is maxed out on decor, leaving no room to wiggle. We knew immediately that we would not be staying, as none of the kids were happy, and 2 of the adults were quite displeased. So we contacted the owner, William, and asked if we could receive a refund for 2 of the nights and our cleaning fee. He offered to return the cleaning fee and nothing else and requested we not leave a review. He has since opted to not reply to me. This home would offer a rural Ireland experience, and I would not recommend it for small kids. We left within an hour of arriving, and didnt let this one hiccup in our trip affect our plans.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and Comfy

We loved our stay- nice location for our day trips, and the hot tub was ideal for unwinding and relaxing when we were done running around!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage Mary Rose

Book this cottage if you want to experience real old world Ireland. Absolutely amazing. Just landed in Dallas Texas and missing it already. Will definitely recommend this cottage to friends and family.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

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