I kind of want to tell everyone about this cottage but at the same time don't want to tell anyone so it can be my little secret....it was fantastic. The hosts were very welcoming and had the fire lighting, a warm loaf of soda bread waiting and the fridge stocked with basics. The cottage was really cosy and perfect for a break away from it all. Its location is only a few minutes from Baltimore and Skibbereen but feels a world apart from everything. If you walk to the end of the road from the cottage, there are cottage ruins, cliffs and an old tower up on the hill you can get up to. The views are stunning. And you won't meet anyone there, no-one seems to know about it. This is in contrast to the nearby Beacon or Lough Ine which are very busy in comparison.
The owners have 2 gorgeous labradors who we took along on our walk and had great fun with. The owners are there if you need them for anything but they are respectful of your space and won't intrude. We were very grateful to have a roaring fire lit on our return from a long walk, so they really do think of everything to make your stay an enjoyable one. I would highly recommend a stay here - we'll certainly be back!