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Heir Island Holiday Homes - The Old Barn

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Beach nearby
Exterior
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Beach nearby

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 490 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Skibbereen, County Cork
  • Island Cottage
    4 min walk
  • Lough Hyne
    62 min drive
  • Schull Harbour
    87 min drive

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About the area

Heir Island

At this cottage, you'll be 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from Island Cottage and 5.3 km (3.3 mi) from Dun Na Sead. .Accommodation features a washing machine, a TV and an iron/ironing board. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a dishwasher.

What's nearby

  • Island Cottage - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lough Hyne - 62 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Skibbereen and West Carbery Golf Club - 65 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Schull Harbour - 87 min drive - 38.4 km
  • Bantry House - 94 min drive - 46.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Townhouse O D's - ‬86 min drive
  • ‪Dede at the Custom House - ‬55 min drive
  • The Bunratty Inn
  • ‪The Chestnut Tree - ‬79 min drive
  • Budd' S Of Ballydehob

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Heir Island Holiday Homes - The Old Barn

The Old Barn on Heir Island in West Cork is a unique holiday cottage in Ireland. Heir Island or Hare Island is 2.5 km long and 1.5 km wide providing a truly unique holiday experience. It is the fourth largest of Carbery's Hundred Isles, after Sherkin Island, Clear Island and Long Island.
To reach Heir Island you need to park your vehicle at Cunnamore Pier and the only way to reach the island is by boat. Cunnamore Pier is located on the Skibbereen to Ballydehob Road off the N71.

Heir Island is only a four-minute ferry ride from Cunnamore Pier. The M.V. Thresher is Heir Island's official passenger ferry and provides crossings every two hours, however please check the ferry timetable in advance. The Old Barn on Heir Island is a 15 to 20-minute walk from the pier. By prior arrangement you can arrange to be collected at the pier and driven to your holiday cottage.
Heir Island Holiday Homes Description – The Old Barn The Old Barn on Heir Island is a pretty holiday cottage which provides wonderful sea views in a magical setting. This unique holiday cottage is a bungalow therefore all rooms are laid out over one floor. This holiday cottage has 2 bedrooms and sleeps 4 guests:

Property layout – Ground floor:
- Cosy sitting room with woodburning stove and satellite TV (basic package)
- Bright kitchen with all the essentials and large dining room table seating 4 guests.
- Bedroom 1: double sleeping 2
- Bedroom 2: twin sleeping 2
- Separate wet room with toilet
- Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer, providing extra storage

This unique holiday cottage in Ireland has tiled floors throughout.

Outside this pretty holiday cottage there is a terraced area with outside furniture ideal for outside dining and relaxing.
Towels are provided.
Heir Island Holiday Cottages – The Old Barn & Timmy’s Cottage We also have a second holiday cottage you can rent on this island called, Timmy’s Cottage. This large cottage sleeps a maximum of 8 guest comfortably. If you are looking for a unique holiday experience in Ireland for a large family or group gathering then renting these two holiday cottages would be the perfect solution.
Wheelchair Friendly Holiday Accommodation We want to ensure that you and your guests have a memorable and relaxing holiday at Heir Island Holiday Homes therefore before making an online booking please contact the reservation team to discuss the exact layout of this holiday accommodation.
Local area & Tourist Attractions These unique holiday cottages are located in Roaring Water Bay in West Cork. Their unique setting on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way provides the perfect base for people seeking a unique holiday experience in Ireland.

Things to do in the local area:
- Grocery delivery service available (3 times a week).
- Local cafes: Fuzzy Duck Café, Island Cottage & PizzHeiria
- Swimming
- Sailing
- Roaringwater Bay
- Practice Yoga and meditation
- Fishing
- Cycling
- Walking
IMPORTANT NOTES 1. Heating and Electricity:
This is an extra charge which is mostly payable to the Property Manager/Owner. In some cases, energy is charged at a fixed daily rate or a rate per unit on the units consumed or you are required to top up a Pre-Paid Meter while in others, energy charges are included in the rate you have paid. We advise you to check with the local Owner/ Property Manager prior to arrival how this is calculated or prior to making the booking.

2. Security Deposit:
A minimum refundable security deposit of €200 (per property) must be paid prior to check-in to your holiday home to the local Property Manager/ Owner. This is either taken over the phone by pre-authorising your credit card when you call the Property Manager to arrange your arrival time 48 hours in advance of arrival or at others it is taken on arrival. In some locations and at certain times of year this can increase to €500 per property.

3. Access to the holiday home:
To reach Heir Island you need to park your vehicle at Cunnamore Pier and the only way to reach the island is by boat. Cunnamore Pier is located on the Skibbereen to Ballydehob Road off the N71.
Heir Island is only a four-minute ferry ride from Cunnamore Pier. The M.V. Thresher is Heir Island's official passenger ferry and provides crossings every two hours, however please check the ferry timetable in advance.

Property manager

Trident Holiday Homes

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 969 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Heir Homes The Old Barn Heir
Heir Island Holiday Homes The Old Barn
Heir Island Holiday Homes - The Old Barn Cottage
Heir Island Holiday Homes - The Old Barn Heir Island
Heir Island Holiday Homes - The Old Barn Cottage Heir Island
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Frequently asked questions

Does Heir Island Holiday Homes - The Old Barn have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Heir Island Holiday Homes - The Old Barn?

No, Heir Island Holiday Homes - The Old Barn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Heir Island Holiday Homes - The Old Barn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Heir Island Holiday Homes - The Old Barn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Heir Island Holiday Homes - The Old Barn Reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Urs W.

Rundum tolle Aussicht
Die Abgelegenheit der Insel Heir ist super für Erholung und Naturerlebnisse. Das Haus erlaubt es, Meer und Wetter unmittelbar zu erleben - auch die vielseitigen Wandermöglichkeiten das. Aber auch der Kontakt mit den Inselbewohner*innen ist uns in guter Erinnerung.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023