Hello !
We just spent ten days in Rita’s Cottage in April 2022 and had a most wonderful time. We had selected this cottage for its closeness to the bay and were helped by all the good ratings and comments we read about it, so here is our little bit on our stay there.
Rita’s cottage is very spacious, has everything a family needs and is very comfortable. The owner, Mrs. Liz, is very kind and generous and very responsive. Mrs. Liz even gave us advice on things to see and to do as far as Galway! We found everything in order and spent our days as if we were in our own home, as there was simply everything we needed from cooking utensils and cookware, to kitchen appliances, home appliances, books for children and for grownups, games for everyone … even beach towels at our disposal – nothing was missing. And the beds are comfortable!
Rita’s cottage is truly ideally located, just six minutes outside beautiful and lively Kenmare and with amazing views. It is right on the Ring of Kerry and we were able to drive to Portmagee (to see the Skellig Islands!), Limerick, Galway, Cork, Dublin and much more, all while making this cottage our base.
The Cottage is detached and isolated, so you are totally free with nothing but nature around you. We had meals outside in the sun, overlooking the bay … absolute paradise. Also, there is no light pollution so at night you can stare for hours at all the stars and see the Milky Way!
We were able to walk many times to Templenoe Pier (15 minutes) – not much space for pedestrians on the side of the road but the drivers there are very kind and considerate and always switched lanes to give us room, with a small wave of the hand. There are many walks you can do from the cottage itself and if you take your car you can also visit many beautiful places just minutes away.
We thoroughly enjoyed horse-riding at the Dromquinna stables and kayaking with Emerald Outdoors, both a couple of minutes from the cottage. We spent much time fishing around the bay and walking on the pebble beaches and really enjoyed discovering Kenmare.
All in all a 100% excellent experience – do not hesitate in booking Rita’s cottage.
Best wishes to everyone,
Marlène.