Raheen

This cosy, detached cottage is situated just a short drive outside the vibrant market town of Skibbereen in West Cork and sleeps six people in three bedrooms. Raheen is a cosy, detached cottage, situated just a short drive outside the vibrant market town of Skibbereen in West Cork and sleeps six people. This all ground floor cottage has two double bedrooms (one with an en-suite shower room), a twin bedroom, a bathroom, an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with an open fire and a utility room. Outside there is ample off road parking and a lawned garden to the front and a patio to the rear with furniture. Raheen is a wonderful holiday base in Ireland. Amenities: Oil central heating with open fire. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with multi-channels, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs. Fuel and power inc. in rent Apr - Oct inclusive, €25 supplement Nov - Mar inclusive, payable direct to owner. Starter pack for fire inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Ample off road parking. Enclosed lawned garden to front. Enclosed patio to rear with furniture and BBQ. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub 2.5 miles. Beach 4 miles. Note: Babysitting available by arrangement. Region: County Cork is full of truly breathtaking natural beauty. With unspoilt beaches, historic castles, and modern visitor attractions, there's plenty for all ages to absorb and there is always plenty to see and do in County Cork. Town: Skibbereen is situated at the heart of some of Ireland's most beautiful scenery, with sandy beaches, quiet coves, energising rivers, lakes, hills and forests all around. This market town and the surrounding area are a haven for walkers, cyclists and nature lovers. The town offers interesting shops, restaurants, pubs, the fascinating West Cork Arts Centre, Skibbereen Heritage Centre and an 18-hole golf course. Here the inhabitants pride themselves on the quality of their local produce including local seafood, meat and bread and they hold weekly country and farmer markets. A little further afield you can find Kinsale, dubbed the "gourmet capital of Ireland". Overlooking the West Cork coastline, Leap and Rosscarbery are within easy reach, as are Ballydehob, Schull and Bantry. Dolphin and whale watching opportunities, beaches and rugged cliffs are all on offer in this beautifully unspoiled area of West Cork.