We absolutely loved our stay at Martina’s cabin. If you’re looking for a true coastal Cork experience, this is the perfect place for it.
The cabin is simple but has everything you need. Everything is good quality, clean and well thought-through. The amenities were all really good - fast wifi, a well-equipped kitchen, an electric fire, and telly (with Netflix!) for a rainy night in. The design is really nice too.
The cabin has amazing big windows with a stunning view of the landscape. It could be on a postcard for West Cork! It even has a little outdoor patio where we enjoyed an evening beer in the company of the cows in the field next door.
Drive 5 minutes down the road and there’s a gorgeous tucked away beach. The sea is incredible for a dip, even in October!
Nearby are Skibbereen, Clonakilty and Kinsale, which are great for moseying around. Lovely gift shops selling local art, traditional pubs and delicious restaurants. We loved the Church Restaurant in Skib and the Spaniard’s pub in Kinsale. The beacon at Baltimore is a must-visit for that end of the earth feeling.
Martina was the perfect host. Cold beers and snacks waiting when we arrived, with fresh milk and eggs in the fridge for breakfast. Martina also gave us some homemade scones, which she topped up after we’d ate them all. Her communication both before and during the stay was great and she even left a little gift of chocolates as it was my boyfriend’s birthday.
The cabin is in the garden around the back of Martina’s house but it definitely felt as if we had our own private place. It was an idyllic coastal getaway. Thanks very much Martina and Charlie.