This place is an absolute gem. Truly amazing.
Valentia Island is located near the Dingle Peninsula, within view of the 4 highest mountains in Ireland, some of the most exceptional cliffs and, as a bonus, the Skellig Michael (featured in recent Star Wars films). There was a floating trampoline in the harbour and we dined on sensational locally sourced fish and meat in Bostons Pub, just down the road. It was so unexpectedly great!
Then the house. There were about 20 different coloured flowers blooming in the garden as we arrived and found a rope swing hanging in the idyllic little garden. On entering, we found a quaint, remarkably homely cottage where we instantly found ourselves just wanting to relax. We lit the fire, opened some drinks and just enjoyed relaxing in this exceptional spot.
Anthea's a wonderful host who's just down the road and easy to contact. She showed me round on arrival (right on time!) and popped round to send us off.
If you want to see the Irish coast proper, from the comfort of a stunning, homely Irish cottage, you've found the one here.