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The Castle - Bed & Breakfast in Co. Cork

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Castletownshend, P81 NH72, Co. Cork
Munster, Irlanda

Sharon Poulter

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+353 (0)28 36100(landline)

A 17th-Century Irish castle on the water’s edge. Watch the yachts from your bedroom, join local wine nights, discover the rich history

History lovers will be delighted with saluting canons, family crests, weaponry and a door propped open by cannon balls. Staying in a real 1650s castle, with visitors by day, is very special indeed and when evening comes the place is yours. Sharon gives you an honesty bar so enjoy a sundowner on the lawn in sunny weather or by the fireside in winter.

In the grand breakfast room, Union Hall smoked salmon and local meats are on the menu. The café offers homemade goodies; plans for a kitchen garden are afoot. Book a wine dinner at Mary-Ann’s seafood restaurant-gallery just up the hill. Hike, bike or kayak, hop in the car for Skibereen.

Return to rooms with evocative names like Colonel, Archbishop and Chavenage. Find a four-poster here, a roll-top there and big bay views from most. The Castle’s thick walls and modern heating make things cosy all year round.


Caratteristiche
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Credit cards
Credit or debit card payment accepted.
English spoken
Host speaks English, whether perfectly or not.
WiFi
Wireless internet access available.
Owner has pets
Animals living on the property.
Vegetarian meals
Available on request.
Garden
Grounds for guests to explore.

Local points of interest from Sharon Poulter:

Punti d'interesse locali da
Sharon Poulter:

  • The ruin of the first castle in the area, ‘Bryans Fort’, still remains in The Castle's grounds, having been attacked by the O’Driscolls who ruled the sea.
  • The Café at the Castle is the perfect place to take a break, relax and enjoy the scenic views of the picturesque waterfront of Castletownshend: open every day June-August, and weekends and bank holidays during September-December and March-May.
  • Climb up to Knockdrum Stone Fort to catch its brilliant views over the ocean - five minutes' drive. On the hill opposite is Gurranes Stone Row, also known as the Three Fingers.
  • Head out on a night kayak with Atlantic Sea Kayaking tours and discover the magical bioluminescence in the water.
  • Book a whale watching trip from Union Hall or Baltimore
  • Discover Skibbereen market town just 10 mins away, the farmers market on every Saturday or stop by the heritage centre and learn about the Great Famine or connect with your Irish past.
Punti d'interesse

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Details

Accommodation:
  • 1 Twin
  • , 4 Doubles
  • , 2 Suites
Prezzi:(i) £100 a£200 per notte

Informazioni di prenotazione:

Pasti:(i)

Pub 2-minute walk.

Periodi di chiusura

Christmas, New Year, 30 November - 31 December, 1 January - 5 March.

Indirizzo

Castletownshend, P81 NH72, Co. Cork


Accommodation:(i)
B&B 1 Twin room
Prezzi: (i) £ 110 a £ 170 per notte
B&B 4 Double rooms
Prezzi: (i) £ 100 a £ 180 per notte
B&B 2 Suites, each sleeping 2
Prezzi: (i) £ 130 a £ 200 per notte

Sharon Poulter

Visit website

+353 (0)28 36100(landline)