Title: Luxury Country Estate in West Cork Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Luxury Country Estate in West Cork Holiday home in Bandon with kitchen and patio ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78500000/78492800/78492706/16d91345.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78500000/78492800/78492706/04881e3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78500000/78492800/78492706/5cdf4ee8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78500000/78492800/78492706/976c9ed1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78500000/78492800/78492706/9152eaa3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to The Retreat Country House, nestled on 30 acres of private land in West Cork. As you step inside this traditional country mansion, warm up by the wood burning stove or unwind with a good book in the library area. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 122500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Fireplace - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Luxury Country Estate in West Cork Seldom has a property been so aptly named as The Retreat Country House in West Cork. Secluded among almost 30 acres of private land yet right on the edge of the town of Bandon in Cork, this is the perfect place to enjoy total privacy and relaxation. First and foremostly, this is a warm and inviting, cosy and welcoming family home. It just so happens to come with all the trappings of a luxury country mansion and estate! While staying at The Retreat you will really feel like the Lord or Lady of the Manor. This is a home that invites you to kick back and relax in a period house with all the old-fashioned luxuries modernised for up to date family living. No matter the season, The Retreat holds enormous appeal. With the Spring comes the re-awakening of the wonderful gardens in vibrant hues. The Summer holds countless opportunities for outdoor living with terrace dining options, a game of croquet on the lawn or simply to find a small little nook in the garden to relax and soak up some sun while enjoying a good book. Ideal for families, the gardens are an absolute delight to explore and there is plenty of green gassy space to kick a ball. Driving up to the house from the electric security gates, you will be treated to an unfolding view of the front of the house through glimpses between the gaps in the impressive tree-lined driveway. The Retreat is a traditional country mansion which was once home to the Duchess of Westminster! There is ample space for parking for a number of cars. All the living areas are downstairs and lend themselves to gathering collectively or taking time away depending on your needs. The main drawing room features gorgeous high ceilings, sweeping full length drapes and has cosy deep pile carpet underfoot. It is a lovely place to gather together in the evening around the wood burning stove.  The dining room is an extension of the drawing room and houses a magnificent dining table and upholstered chairs fit to host a banquet.The cosy open fire really lends itself to intimate gatherings over a good meal. We can arrange for an excellent private chef to come in and cook for you or to deliver dishes directly to you during your stay. What a fitting way to celebrate a special birthday or simply just delight in spending precious time together with loved ones and friends. Doors from the dining room lead through to the library area. This is a lovely little space to read a book or your newspaper or to watch the news on the TV in peace beside an open fire. There is also a second sitting room with a cosy wood burning stove and TV. Tucked into the corner is a lovely piano The kitchen is spacious and well designed and has everything you will need during your stay. The dining table is perfect for a relaxed breakfast and the aga exudes warmth and homeliness. The utility room has a full electric over and hob, the fridge/ freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher. There is also a guest toilet downstairs.  In all, The Retreat can welcome up to 12 guests in six bedrooms and the impressive sweeping staircase will bring you up to them. The master bedroom is to the front of the house and overlooks the wonderful gardens below. It has a king sized bed which can be made into two single beds if required. This bedroom is ensuite. Next door is another king sized bedroom which can also be made up as two single beds. This bedroom has a bathroom attached which it shares with the twin bedroom next door. This is ideal as a family suite. There is another bedroom with a king sized bed and a bathroom attached and the fifth and sixth bedrooms are zip’n link so each can be made up as one large king bed or two singles, depending on your requirements. These bedrooms would share a bathroom. Bedroom 1 Super King/ zip ‘n link Bedroom 2 Super King/ zip ‘n link Bedroom 3 Twin beds Bedroom 4 King Size bed Bedroom 5 Super King/ zip ‘n link Bedroom 6 Super King/ zip ‘n link While staying at the Retreat you will feel absolutely cosseted. No stone will be left unturned in order to meet your needs and to ensure you thoroughly enjoy your stay. It seems that nothing is too much trouble for your wonderful warm and welcoming host. PETS - a maximum of 2 dogs will be welcomed on request. PRIVATE CATERING - We have a wonderful chef who is available for private hire.Just ask us for details at the time of booking. ENERGY - The heating and hot water are set to come on each morning and evening which should be more than sufficient for your needs. FIRES/ WOOD BURNING STOVES - Should you wish, we can arrange for the fires and wood burning stoves to be set and lit for you each morning to ensure the house is always at its cosiest. Please note that an extra onsite charge will apply for this additional service. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 10 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 2,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Flat-screen TV, ping pong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32640000/32631500/32631445/854db676.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Four Winds ,Kinsale,6 Bedroom,5 Bath,sleeps 25,owned by Exquisite Holiday Homes Kinsale - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 24 reviews £436 includes taxes & fees 19 Oct - 20 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=32631445&PinnedHotelID=32631445&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39970000/39966200/39966130/9c371a72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kinsale Town centre , sleeps16, 6 bedrooms, run by Exquisite Holiday Homes kinsale cork - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 43 reviews £339 includes taxes & fees 14 Oct - 15 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=39966130&PinnedHotelID=39966130&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95430000/95421900/95421813/b0e74310.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mary’s Aisling: Self-Catering Country Home in County Cork, sleeps up to 16. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 and a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 1235335970 ## About the area Bandon is home to this holiday home. West Cork Heritage Centre and The Kinsale Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Castle Bernard and Timoleague Abbey. [Visit our Bandon travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bandon.dx6286320) [View more Holiday homes in Bandon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bandon-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6286320-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.74697%2C-8.75213&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wNor7vN2CgUwbyUAFuAEhyCP4wc=) Bandon, Co Cork ### What's nearby - West Cork Heritage Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Castle Bernard - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles - Bandon Golf Club - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles - Old Head Golf Links - 35 min drive - 18.7 miles - Blarney Castle - 37 min drive - 27.5 miles ### Getting around - Cork Kent Station - 34 min drive - Cork Airport (ORK) - 35 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪West Cork Coffee - ‬17 min walk - ‪The Crawford - ‬18 min walk - ‪The Quirkey Kitchen - ‬9 min drive - ‪Bayleaf Bistro - ‬19 min walk - ‪The Perfect Cup - ‬17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Luxury Country Estate in West Cork pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Luxury Country Estate in West Cork? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Luxury Country Estate in West Cork? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Luxury Country Estate in West Cork located? > Situated in Bandon, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from West Cork Heritage Centre and within 3 miles (5 km) of Castle Bernard and Bandon Golf Club. Kilbrittain Whale and Church of the Immaculate Conception are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Luxury Country Estate in West Cork Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roger C. 6 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay The Retreat was just perfect in every way for our family holiday/celebration. Thank you Miriam for such lovely accommodation, your absolute attention to detail and your kindness It made a very special time for us all. We hope to come again. Kindest regards. Cusdin family ##### Roger C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane M. 14 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Only problem: We didn’t stay long enough! Gorgeous, elegant, warm, inviting and comfortable grand home in idyllic setting with beautifully maintained grounds. But the Retreat’s charm is surpassed by gracious, attentive owner, Miriam and her daughters. Truly, the epitome of Irish hospitality, generosity and gracious living. Some of our favorite memories will always be the kids playing cards on the floor while the adults relaxed in front of the nightly lit fire. But the most amazing highlight was the spectacular dinner created by private chef, Shane, on our final night. Beautiful memories to last a lifetime. Our party of 10 with ages from 7 to 83 all left with full hearts and memories to last a lifetime. Looking forward to returning. ##### Diane M. 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