We were a family reunited for Christmas and New Year (and a birthday), after two years of Covid separation, and we couldn't have chosen a better house. Don't be confused by the word "cottage". This is a big house which had plenty of room for all nine of us (plus dogs). The location is fantastic, a short walk to the beach, where we went for regular swims. And, of course, the hot tub was a luxury. There were a few other practical touches, like an outside shower and forehead torches for seeing outside at night. Clonakilty is a lovely town and so is Rosscarbery and other towns nearby. Lots of good fish and chips! Sarah was an easy host to communicate with, and she left a seasonal welcome pack (wine, decorated napkins, chocolate-covered dates) which was much appreciated. We'd highly recommend this house for other visitors.