This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for our extended family, and the perfect setting for a long overdue family gathering. This is a spectacular family home with breathtaking views of our favourite town. The house is incredible and beautifully styled. It has absolutely everything you could ever need, and then some. We spent most of our time in the kitchen diner and on the large terrace overlooking the harbour. It was a joy to cook in that space after we’d figured out the Aga (put it on in the morning if you want to cook later in the day) and we enjoyed the local gin as an aperitif.
The loan of beach equipment (wet suits, surf boards, Robies etc) was much appreciated and put into action in Garrettstown. We also loved Summercove at both low and high tide - thanks for the recommendation Patrice!
Kinsale is a delight of course. With the restrictions and reduced capacity we weren’t able to eat out as a large group like we normally do everyday when we visit Cork, but we could venture out in smaller groups and the local restaurants and pubs are doing their best to welcome guests. We did the harbour cruise which is a great way to see the forts and learn a bit of local history. I will never tire of Kinsale and I will be back soon, but I dare say no other hotel or home will measure up to Storks Nest.
Patrice - thank you for making your beautiful home available for us.