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Sleep to the sound of the sea.

Sleep to the sound of the sea.

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Morning View
Master Bedroom View
Shower View
Sunset at the cottage.
Wildflowers at the entrance gate.

Overview of Sleep to the sound of the sea.

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Co Clare, Ireland
  • Popular LocationLoop Head Peninsula1 min walk
  • Popular LocationLoop Head Lighthouse5 min drive
  • Popular LocationBallybunion Golf Club93 min drive
  • AirportGalway (GWY)118 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master

Second Double

Third Double

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Ensuite bathroom to master bedroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Large downstairs bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Small downstairs WC in utility room

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Sleep to the sound of the sea.

Kilbaha cottage is uniquely perched on one end of Kilbaha Bay in Loop Head, with panoramic views over the Atlantic and the ships and fishing boats that pass it's door. Set in ten acres just off the Wild Atlantic Way, it has a rocky cove on the shore and endless scope for exploration, be it with bucket and spade or binoculars.
Loop Head is still a well kept secret and visitors find it unspoilt and deserving of it's many awards. A recent one being the European Destination of Excellence.
The house has recently had an extensive refit, which kept all that makes it special, but adding a wet room, wood burning stove and a new shower area near the sauna.
The three bedrooms are double with the master suite having it's own bathroom.
A separate loft room over the kitchen is a quiet space to read or watch a movie and usually a gathering place for the children.
While there is a wonderful sense of remoteness in Loop Head you are never far from a great meal or a small harbour to pick up your lobster and crab for dinner.
You can see the lobster pots being emptied outside the house by the local fishermen, and drive to the harbour to get the freshest catch imaginable.

Please note our changeover day is Saturday.

Property manager

Ciara McInerney

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Kilbaha

Located in Kilbaha, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Loop Head Lighthouse and Carrigaholt Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kilkee Golf Club and Rossbeigh Hill Walk. Traveling with kids? Consider Kilkee Waterworld and Blakes Golf Collection. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Co Clare, Ireland

What's nearby

  • Loop Head Peninsula - 1 min walk
  • Loop Head Lighthouse - 5 min drive
  • Carrigaholt Castle - 13 min drive
  • Ballybunion Castle - 91 min drive
  • Ballybunion Golf Club - 93 min drive

Getting around

  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

  • Morrisseys - 12 min drive
  • Keating's Bar and Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • Keating's Bar and Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • Keating's Bar & Restaurant - 9 min drive
  • The Lighthouse Inn - 1 min walk

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Ocean View Home
Beautiful home beside the ocean! Viewing crashing waves from the house is amazing!! Quiet area with farms nearby is so wonderful too. House is cozy and beautifully decorated. Absolutely loved our stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd stay in Kilbaha
This is our 2nd time staying at this cottage and we enjoyed it as much, maybe a bit more, than our first trip. This was also our honeymoon and we got engaged at this cottage on our first trip so this is really a special place for us. We got to share the place with friends who also loved it. Ciara and Helen are great to deal with, easy check in and out. The cottage is well kept and very clean. We look forward to coming back! Highly recommended staying here.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

malesia h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family bucket list
Our first time to Ireland, and I was very happy with my choice to rent this lovely cottage by the sea. The views from the cottage are truly breathtaking and the cottage is so cozy. Loved sitting by the wood stove at night after a long day of sight seeing. County Clare is beautiful and peaceful. Ciara was a wonderful hostess. If you are looking to see the beautiful country side of Ireland, this is the place to go.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S., Haar

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location
Of course you must be aware that the place is very remote. So no spontaneous walk to the next pub or restaurant. But if you like a relaxing vacation, this is just the right spot no matter what time of the year. We spent a very cosy Christmas time in the cottage. After windy walks around the peninsula we enjoyed sitting in front of the fireplace with a cup of tea or a glas of wine. Would have enjoyed the sauna too (it was one of the reasons we booked this cottage) but unfortunately it was out of order. Nontheless we had an absolut wonderful time. The kitchen is very well equipped. Everything in the cottage is spotless clean. Would recommend the cottage anytime.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kilbaha
Beautiful ocean views. Perfect place to relax and disconnect
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ciara McInerney

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Kilbaha Cottage holds many wonderful memories for me and my family and is a perfect place to relax and kick back.

Why they chose this property

I spent my childhood summers in this house and have wonderful memories of running to see the dolphins just off the rocks and collecting shells in the many rock pools on the shore. There are sailing courses for children in Kilrush which I enjoyed and of course the many picnics on the nearby beaches.
It's a very special house for adults and children alike.

What makes this property unique

Although the house is a holiday home it has everything you might need for your stay. The stunning view and rock pools draw you outside while the sauna is relaxing after a dip in the cove.
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