Laraine and Mick keep the Cottage and surrounding garden in excellent condition. The interior is spotless and very well provided for. It was comfortable and cosy. The bed had just the right degree of firmness on which to rest our tired bodies - wearied from all the hiking that we did. The location is also very good. Without having to get into the car and drive, we were able to walk out of the cottage, turn left, and head up a beautiful little lane that led us directly onto the Beara Way around the base of the famous Hungry Hill.
Laraine had supplied detailed notes of various walking routes in the vicinity which were very helpful. From the front door of the cottage we were able to view the eastern end of Beare Island, the Rerrin Walking Loop that we had completed and, with the help of our binoculars, the two 6-inch guns on Lonehort Battery. We could even see Murphy's Ferry crossing over and back from Laurence Cove!
Facilities for dining in were fully adequate but we mostly chose to dine out at Johnny Murphy's restaurant on the pier and Breens Lobster Bar - both serving delicious fresh fish at reasonable prices. (Bring cash to pay for your meal at Breens)
Of course we had to have a pint at McCarthys Pub and chat with Adrienne, the welcoming owner.
Other walks to recommend are at Glengarriff Forest Park and the North Engine Loop at Allihies Copper mines.