This boat house is lovely. The location being right on its own little beach is certainly a treat with an exceptional view of the water and the Valentia Lighthouse. Though it’s private and seems like it would be far from anywhere it’s only a five minute drive to Knightstown and maybe ten minutes to Portmagee. It also shares a drive with the Glanleam Cottage and Gardens, which wasn’t open to the public when we were there(storm damage cleanup) the caretaker let us walk around, it was stunning.
For the house itself. The kitchen is spacious and cozy with everything you need plus a washer, dryer and dishwasher. The shower had great water pressure(it’s the small things that matter most). There’s a bath tub and sauna which we didn’t use. The beds were very comfortable, slept like a baby.
Last but certainly not least the sitting room. That view! Seriously, we sat there and stared out the window for hours. Open the window and listen to the sound of the waves crashing. The have a nice telescope set up in the window as well to use on a clear night, which we didn’t have, but that was okay.
The only tricky thing about the house is possibly driving down to it. Definately need a small vehicle or park at the top of the hill and walk down. As for dining out, a lot of businesses weren’t open for the season yet. Food options are not offered late in these parts. Most places stopped serving at 8 and a couple 9. But there is a grocery/shop about 15-20 minute drive away it Cahersaveen which was open late enough if needed.
Jessica was super helpful with fast replies to any questions we had.
Stay here if you can. We will again if we’re ever out this way.