Dunowen House, Clonakilty - Historic Country House, Sleeps up to 23
Dunowen House, Clonakilty - Historic Country House, Sleeps up to 23
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Overview
6 bedrooms
8 bathrooms
14 guests
Minimum stay varies
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Luxury on the Wild Atlantic Way, West Cork.
Originally built in 1771 for Colonel George Sandes the house was famously the home for 30 years of Noel Redding, bass guitarist for The Jimi Hendrix Experience and Clonakilty music hero. Over the last number of years it has been lovingly renovated and restored to its former glory and with many reminders of its illustrious past still on view.
Dunowen House is in the unspoilt village of Ardfield, with secluded Sands Cove private beach 5 minutes walk from the door and close to magnificent Galley Head lighthouse. The bustling market town of Clonakilty is only 5km away, with Kinsale a 45 minute drive to the east and Bantry the same distance to the west.
Dunowen is perfectly located to explore all that magnificent West Cork has to offer including the...
House Rules
Pets not allowedKid friendlyNo smoking
Bedrooms
1 King5 Queens1 Full4 Twins1 Crib
حمَّامات
حمّاميْن نصفييْن6 Attached (ensuite)
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التعليقات (145)
Ruth W
2 مساهمتين
Five Stars for our fifth visit!
I would give more stars if I could! This was my large family‘s fifth two-week stay since 2015. We book both the house and Orchard Cottage. Every visit to Dunowen House is reassuringly the same yet somehow better. This time a trip to Gougane Barra and hiking the Courtmacsherry Coast Loop were new to me and both were highlights of my trip. Locally, we enjoyed countless cups of the best coffee ever from The Fish Basket at Long Strand (I know that sounds weird as it's a fish and chip shop but trust me). We also loved the music at Fisher's Cross, shopping in Clonakilty, and the gorgeous local beaches. But as always, the best times were relaxing on the beautiful terrace in the mornings and spending the evenings with family and friends at Dunowen House. Kela and Steve are wonderful, thoughtful hosts and both houses were impeccable. We cannot wait to return!
Visited أغسطس 2024
كُتب بتاريخ 26 أغسطس 2024. يعبر هذا التعليق عن الرأي الشخصي لأحد أعضاء Tripadvisor ولا يعبر عن رأي شركة Tripadvisor LLC. يجري Tripadvisor عمليات تحقق حول التعليقات.

rwalsh2015
Cambridge, ماساتشوستس4 مساهمات
Once again, a prefect vacation spot!
This was our fourth stay at Dunowen House and it's always perfect! We were due to go in 2021 but couldn't (thank you Covid) so we were so thrilled to be back. We are a large family group and all the space (both inside and out) makes for a very comfortable stay.There's plenty of beaches, restaurants, markets, and music near Ardfield. New to me this trip was Warren Beach, Sheepshead Peninsula, Garnish Island, Bantry, and Union Hall.
But my favorite spot was the newly renovated terrace at Dunowen House. Luckily for us Ireland had some of the warmest weather in years while we were there and we spent hours relaxing on the terrace. Thanks again Kela and Steve!
Visited يوليو 2022
كُتب بتاريخ 15 أغسطس 2022. يعبر هذا التعليق عن الرأي الشخصي لأحد أعضاء Tripadvisor ولا يعبر عن رأي شركة Tripadvisor LLC. يجري Tripadvisor عمليات تحقق حول التعليقات.

Ger Foley
دبلن, أيرلندا3 مساهمات
TRANQUILLITY
We came upon the Orchard Cottage accidently while googling a place to stay for the New Year. One look at the photos of the Cottage and I felt we were going to have a super break. On arrival we were greeted to freshly baked scones and the essentials in the fridge with the fire set and the cottage so cosy and warm. The décor just makes you feel so much at home. No detail was spared. It’s a spectacular place with some amazing places to visits, on the doorstep of some amazing beaches and great restaurants. We will return to finish off our tour of West Cork and once again enjoy the peace and tranquillity that Orchard Cottage offers. Thank you Kela and Stephen….
Visited ديسمبر 2021
كُتب بتاريخ 7 يناير 2022. يعبر هذا التعليق عن الرأي الشخصي لأحد أعضاء Tripadvisor ولا يعبر عن رأي شركة Tripadvisor LLC. يجري Tripadvisor عمليات تحقق حول التعليقات.

Emma Rice
1 مساهمة
Wonderful experience
My family and I had the pleasure of staying in the orchard cottage for a couple of days in early September. The house was exceptionally clean and Kela was very welcoming and helpful, delighting us with tasty treats upon our arrival. Highly recommended.
Visited سبتمبر 2020
كُتب بتاريخ 2 أكتوبر 2020. يعبر هذا التعليق عن الرأي الشخصي لأحد أعضاء Tripadvisor ولا يعبر عن رأي شركة Tripadvisor LLC. يجري Tripadvisor عمليات تحقق حول التعليقات.

Nomad25895793892
1 مساهمة
Absolutely amazing!
We needed to find a spot to host a small family reunion on our recent trip to Ireland and Dunowen House proved to be the perfect choice. The house itself is stunning - beautifully designed but comfortable enough for little ones to run around in.
The surrounding countryside is lovely, with the beach right on the doorstep.
Kela and Stephen are excellent hosts, offering loads of suggestions and helpful hints, even providing us beach towels so our crazy Canadian family could take a January dip in the sea!
We were also happy we chose to have Kela and Stephen cater a 3 course birthday dinner for us onsite. The food was awesome, more than we could eat, with lots of choices for our vegan and vegetarians.
I really can’t say enough about the house, the area and our hosts at Dunowen. (If only I could give them more than 5 stars).
It really made our trip to Ireland magical - we’ll be back! ☘️
Visited يناير 2020
كُتب بتاريخ 19 يناير 2020. يعبر هذا التعليق عن الرأي الشخصي لأحد أعضاء Tripadvisor ولا يعبر عن رأي شركة Tripadvisor LLC. يجري Tripadvisor عمليات تحقق حول التعليقات.

gch656612
Kildare, أيرلندا9 مساهمات
True 5 Star,
We had a magnificent four nights here bringing in the New Year.
West Cork is a special place and Dunowen House is an exceptional property nestling in a beautiful location, beaches and walks all around.
The House was warm and cosy and was presented to us in an impeccable state, no detail overlooked. The photographs represent the house accurately.
Kela and Stephen are a warm and accommodating couple, always ready to facilitate and advise. There is a super local pub with a restaurant one minute from the house which is a good spot to start off an evening.
West Cork is famous for it fresh produce from the land and sea and I can not think of a better spot to enjoy it and indulge.
We highly recommend Dunowen House and we will return.
Thank you very much Kela and Stephen for a magnificent venue, we loved it.
Visited ديسمبر 2019
كُتب بتاريخ 4 يناير 2020. يعبر هذا التعليق عن الرأي الشخصي لأحد أعضاء Tripadvisor ولا يعبر عن رأي شركة Tripadvisor LLC. يجري Tripadvisor عمليات تحقق حول التعليقات.

Niall M
Crosshaven, أيرلندا5 مساهمات
50th Birthday Party Weekend
We had the most fantastic weekend at Dunowen house for my birthday. The rooms and bedrooms in the house are beautifully decorated and everyone had a lovely stay. All couples we able to relax in double rooms and we also rented out The Lodge on the grounds also, perfect for a mixture of friend/couples. There are two sitting rooms which work out great for a choice of quiet or party. An amazing venue !
Visited نوفمبر 2019
كُتب بتاريخ 7 ديسمبر 2019. يعبر هذا التعليق عن الرأي الشخصي لأحد أعضاء Tripadvisor ولا يعبر عن رأي شركة Tripadvisor LLC. يجري Tripadvisor عمليات تحقق حول التعليقات.

Orla
2 مساهمتين
Best Hen Party Ever
I can not recommend Dunowen House enough! From the moment we arrived to the moment we left we loved every second of it. The house is out of this world. Every room is beautifully decorated. It is so warm and cosy we didn’t want to leave. The dinner they provided was excellent and the brownies were delicious. I will definitely be back and would highly recommend it to anyone ❤️❤️❤️
Visited أكتوبر 2019
كُتب بتاريخ 21 أكتوبر 2019. يعبر هذا التعليق عن الرأي الشخصي لأحد أعضاء Tripadvisor ولا يعبر عن رأي شركة Tripadvisor LLC. يجري Tripadvisor عمليات تحقق حول التعليقات.

TCollins
1 مساهمة
Amazing Hen Weekend!!!
We recently had my friends hen party at Dunowen House. We had the most amazing weekend!
From the minute we arrived it was more than we ever could have imagined! Keela even had fresh scones and jam for us.
The house itself is stunning and it's very clear the owners have an eye for interiors. Each room is very different and has its own charm. The bathrooms are done to such a high standard! I think all 20 of our guests had to have showers and baths just to try them out!!
We were so lucky to have fabulous sunny weather and were able to sit out on the terrace for breakfast. We also walked down to the cove which is right by the house.
Keela and Steven cooked for us on the Saturday night. Again our meal was so beautiful. The presentation was as good if not better than any restaurant. Service was excellent and they had the timing done perfectly. All of our guests have been talking about it since.
Keela gave us the number of a local taxi company who collected us the Saturday night . We went to Casey's bar which was brilliant, we didn't stop dancing all night!
We had the best weekend at Dunowen and I would highly recommend it for a luxurious hen. You will not be disappointed!! Our hen was absolutely blown away by the property and loved every minute of it. Hopefully we will return to Dunowen again in the future!
Visited سبتمبر 2019
كُتب بتاريخ 25 سبتمبر 2019. يعبر هذا التعليق عن الرأي الشخصي لأحد أعضاء Tripadvisor ولا يعبر عن رأي شركة Tripadvisor LLC. يجري Tripadvisor عمليات تحقق حول التعليقات.

Jet546528
We are absolutely delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay with us and that the Hen was so happy, especially when you had managed to keep the location a secret from her! Thank you so much for taking the time out to give us such fab feedback, it means so much to Stephen & I.
Best wishes for the wedding celebrations and hope to see you back at another time again.
Kela & Stephen ;-)
كُتب بتاريخ 1 أكتوبر 2019. يعبر هذا الرد عن الرأي الشخصي لممثل الإدارة ولا يعبر عن رأي شركة Tripadvisor LLC.

rwalsh2015
Cambridge, ماساتشوستس4 مساهمات
Perfect once again!
This was my family's third two-week stay in four years and it gets better every time! The property and grounds are impeccable and very well maintained. The newly renovated kitchen is beautiful and a joy to cook in. We rent the house and the cottage and both are lovely. The weather was great and we loved sitting out on the terrace almost every day and evening. On every visit we find new things to try. This trip's highlights include night time kayaking to see the bioluminescence on Lough Hyne, Baltimore and the ferry to Sherkin island, and the Classic Whiskey Tour at the nearby Clonakilty Distillery. Clonakilty is a great base to see so much of West Cork, and staying in Dunowen House makes it even more special. It's a wonderful house for a family vacation. We cannot wait to go back.
Visited يوليو 2019
كُتب بتاريخ 13 أغسطس 2019. يعبر هذا التعليق عن الرأي الشخصي لأحد أعضاء Tripadvisor ولا يعبر عن رأي شركة Tripadvisor LLC. يجري Tripadvisor عمليات تحقق حول التعليقات.

Jet546528
Thanks a million Ruth, it was great to see you all again this year. Love that you are still finding new things to do, each of those activities you booked are fantastic experiences and favourites of ours too. Looking forward to seeing you back again in 2021! Best wishes, Kela & Stephen x
كُتب بتاريخ 14 أغسطس 2019. يعبر هذا الرد عن الرأي الشخصي لممثل الإدارة ولا يعبر عن رأي شركة Tripadvisor LLC.
What this rental offers
Outdoor amenities
- Private yard
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Swingset
- Patio
Scenic views
- Ocean views
Wi-fi and internet
- Wi-fi
Indoor amenities
- Central heating
- Cable television
- Internet access
- Fireplace
Parking
- Parking available
- Secure parking available
Bathroom and laundry
- Washer
- Dryer
- Towels provided
- Iron
- Linens provided
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Game Room
- Stereo system
- Television
Living spaces
- Highchair
Kitchen and dining
- Stove
- Grill
- ثلاجة
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- ميكروويف
- Kettle
- محمصة خبز
Things to do
- Fishing spots available
- Cycling areas
- Watersports
Nearby
- Golf course (within 30 mins drive)
- Hiking areas
- Countryside area
- Tennis court
- Horse riding facilities
Location info
- Kid friendly
- Beachfront/Lakeside
Map
Getting there
Cork Airport
42.9 km
Restaurants
Mirch Masala Indian Restaurant
7.5 km
Scannells Bar
7.5 km
The Whale's Tail Restaurant
7.5 km
The Fish Basket
5.1 km
Attractions
Inchydoney Beach
5.4 km • شواطئ
Michael Collins House
7.4 km • متاحف التاريخ
West Cork Model Railway Village
7.3 km • متاحف متخصصة
Owenahincha Beach
6.7 km • شواطئ
Getting around
A car is necessary when staying at Dunowen as there is no public transport to the house. There are local taxi services available for evening trips into Clonakilty or other nearby towns.
Access
Car required
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Horse riding facilitiesTennis courtWatersports
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