We have stayed on Valentia Island on many occasions over the years but this was by far the best house we have stayed in. It is a mixture of a charming old house with original features, but with the addition of all the modern conveniences we have all got used to, wonderfully comfy beds with crisp, white linen, modern bathrooms with constant hot water, free standing stove with plenty of wood for nights that may be chilly or you just want the comfort and luxury of a real fire, a fantastic kitchen for entertaining with a large cooker and every possible kitchen appliance and utensil possible. The large airy kitchen/dining room/lounge has lots of comfortable couches and chairs for relaxing and plenty of reading material and family games to enjoy. The house is decorated to a very high standard and everything has been carefully considered.
This house is suitable for a busy family or a quiet, relaxing break for a couple or two! Its location in Knightstown is perfect, a few steps from the local pub, Bostons bar and the Hotel, which are open all year and in the summer a short stroll from the Creperie and Coffee Dock overlooking the harbour. In the summer when the Water Sports are in the harbour, the kids can make their own way there and also are only a short run to the fabulous playground. There is a spacious shed in the back yard, which is fantastic for storage of bicycles/fishing gear/wet suits etc. Tom and Catherine have made this house a wonderful place to stay in and on arrival the "Welcome Pack" they leave is a lovely touch. I would have no hesitation is returning to this house or recommending it as a place to stay in.