We have just had a nice two week stay at Highlands House. It is set in a quiet location above Dunmanway, with lovely views. The house is full of charm and character - the sitting room was a very cosy place to relax after a day's sight-seeing, with the open fire crackling away. The front garden is a real sun trap in the afternoon and evening, for an aperitif or two before dinner.
Pearse and Dell welcomed us very warmly when we arrived, and gave us a good guide to the various features of the house. They also provided some really good tips on things to see and do around the area. We very much appreciated the thoughtfully stocked fridge.
The location is very good for exploring West Cork and well beyond. The town itself is well-provided with food shops and pubs. The annual races and horse fair were on during our first weekend (I think they always coincide with he Irish August bank holiday), which was a bonus. The centre of the town is closed to traffic for the last couple of days of that but it didn't cause any problems for reaching the house - the back road is a route you should take anyway at some point during your stay because it has some great scenery.
All in all, a happy stay.