What a gem! I always wanted to go back to Barleycove beach and chose Joanne’s place on the basis of its proximity. It is a lovely little annexe to their home (but very private with your own parking, entrance, sun room and even wee balcony). It’s super cosy and charming - nicer even than pics suggest. Joanne and Luca are v friendly and available for whatever you need but also in no way intrusive of your privacy.
Three castle head has a stunning cliff walk to the castle, and the Mizen peninsula has beautiful villages, beaches, swim spots and many hidden lovely areas to explore without going any further around west cork - we spent a week here and could have stayed longer. The stars some nights were incredible.
There was no wifi or reception during our stay, which we prepared for by downloading movies etc - but the laptop did not get opened! We played cards, chatted and connected. Oh - and had baths with the seemingly endless hot water! What an amazingly relaxing thing to be able to do at the end of a long day’s sightseeing!
Be aware when shopping that there is no freezer - but Joanne kindly let us put a couple of items in hers. The ceilings/doorways are low. Prepare for a head crack or two if you are v clumsy or v tall! (I’m the former but I would still go back). The stairs are also precarious but I managed not to fall down them 💅