Title: Lakeside Luxury, Old World Charm - Free Fast WiFi 500mbs 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 # Lakeside Luxury, Old World Charm - Free Fast WiFi 500mbs Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33659000/33658947/9b635d83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33659000/33658947/9b30678d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33659000/33658947/fdb624de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33659000/33658947/fa951a62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33659000/33658947/9b1af423.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Lakeside Luxury, Old World Charm - Free Fast WiFi 500mbs, you can look forward to golfing on-site, a water park and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as boating and cycling, at this cottage. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Lakeside Luxury, Old World Charm - Free Fast WiFi 500mbs Garrykennedy Cottage is a modern luxury lakeside vacation home within an 18th century Irish Cottage. It has a unique old world ambiance and yet has every modern comfort and convenience. The cottage featured on the FINE LIVING television channel in the US showcasing the best vacation rental properties around the world. Free Superfast WiFi (500mbs) at the Cottage. Our waterfront location makes our cottage absolutely unique. Only a short stroll to friendly musical pubs, restaurants, the harbor and marina. The Cottage is in an area of great natural beauty, surrounded by lakes and mountains. Rich in history and tradition. Renowned for its culture, music and food. Our central location makes Garrykennedy an ideal base for Day Trips. Many of the top tourist attractions in Ireland are only a short drive away. Please do a google search for 'Garrykennnedy Lakeside Charm' to learn about the village and the area where our cottage is located. What’s Nearby? Only a short stroll to award winning family style restaurant, two welcoming pubs, traditional music sessions, fishing, boating, sailing, walking, jogging paths, children's playground (swings and slides), Within 1 mile of Cottage : Grocery store and gas station. Within 6 miles of Cottage : two large towns: Nenagh and Killaloe with all shopping and services you could need. Also Golf, Tennis, Gym, Swimming Pool, Horse and Pony riding. Within Easy Daytrip Driving Range: Bunratty Castle (25 miles) ; Cliffs of Moher (45 miles) ; Cahir Castle (40 miles) ; Rock of Cashel (30 miles) ; Burren (45 miles) ; Kilkenny Castle (45 miles) ; Ring of Kerry (65 miles) ; Kylemore Abbey / Connemara (100 miles) ; Co Galway (50 miles) ; Co Cork (50 miles) ; Shannon Airport (35 miles) ; Dublin Airport (100 miles). Cottage Overview: The Cottage is s short stroll from the lake, 2 local pubs, traditional music, family style restaurant, lake front marina, forest walks, jogging paths, children's playground. Garrykennedy is a tiny village – approx 10 properties in total. Watch the sailboats and fishing boats come and go. Or enjoy a BBQ on the private patio in the back garden. Take a trip on the lake on a 50-seater tour boat. Alternatively, rent a small sailboat or fishing boat and go exploring on your own. The fishing in the area is great, especially for pike and trout. The Cottage dates back to the 1780’s and has been completely refurbished. Some of the walls are 3 feet thick. Many of the original architectural features have been retained and blended with the modern. Fully equipped modern kitchen with all the appliances you might need including coffee maker, coffee bean grinder and Nespresso Coffee Machine. 2 Large comfortable living rooms with HD TVs. Free super fast Wifi (500 mbs) powered with fiber optic cable direct to the house. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Golf - Tennis - Water park - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 2,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103370000/103364200/103364110/74622363.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### LAKEVIEW RETREAT, family friendly in Portroe, County Tipperary Portroe - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space £512 includes taxes & fees 9 Oct - 10 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=103364110&PinnedHotelID=103364110&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34450000/34441800/34441777/23d5857c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fabulous Lakeshore House with private Jetty on Lough Derg Nenagh - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=34441777&PinnedHotelID=34441777&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99290000/99285600/99285504/652b2726.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### CORNODE COTTAGE, family friendly in Garrykennedy, County Tipperary Garrykennedy £421 includes taxes & fees 7 Oct - 8 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=99285504&PinnedHotelID=99285504&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33690000/33686600/33686530/270-778683e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake Whitegate - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 73 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=33686530&PinnedHotelID=33686530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31060000/31052700/31052628/a15c4a61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### An area of outstanding natural beauty, child and pet friendly , very private! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Lakeside Luxury Old World Charm Free Wifi House Garrykennedy Lakeside Luxury Old World Charm Free Wifi House Lakeside Luxury Old World Charm Free Wifi Garrykennedy Lakeside Luxury Old World Charm Free Wifi Lakeside Luxury Old World Charm Free Wifi House Garrykennedy Lakeside Luxury Old World Charm Free Wifi House Lakeside Luxury Old World Charm Free Wifi Garrykennedy Lakeside Luxury Old World Charm Free Wifi House Garrykennedy Lakeside Luxury Old World Charm Free Wifi House Cottage Lakeside Luxury, Old World Charm - Free Wifi Lakeside Luxury, Old World Charm - Free Wifi Garrykennedy Lakeside Luxury Old World Charm Free Wifi Garrykennedy Lakeside Luxury Old World Charm Free Wifi Cottage Lakeside Luxury, Old World Charm - Free Wifi Lakeside Luxury, Old World Charm - Free Wifi Garrykennedy Lakeside Luxury Old World Charm Free Superfast Wifi Lakeside Luxury Old World Charm Free Superfast WiFi (150mbs) ## About the area ![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%7C52.90421%2C-8.34529&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mwmjtNRwN00EPib43fJ8_ePTg0w=) Garrykennedy, Co. Tipperary #### What's nearby - Garrykennedy Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Lough Derg - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Youghal Harbour - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles - Lough Derg Yacht Club - 18 min drive - 10.3 miles - University of Limerick - 38 min drive - 30.2 miles #### Getting around - Nenagh Station - 17 min drive - Shannon (SNN) - 59 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪That's My Brew - ‬41 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Whiskey Still - ‬16 min drive - ‪The Half Barrel - ‬45 min drive - ‪Larkins - ‬5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lakeside Luxury, Old World Charm - Free Fast WiFi 500mbs pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lakeside Luxury, Old World Charm - Free Fast WiFi 500mbs? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lakeside Luxury, Old World Charm - Free Fast WiFi 500mbs? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Lakeside Luxury, Old World Charm - Free Fast WiFi 500mbs located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Garrykennedy Harbour and Lough Derg. Youghal Harbour and Castlelough Woods are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lakeside Luxury, Old World Charm - Free Fast WiFi 500mbs Reviews 9.8 ### 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 23 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Douglas M. 18 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Irish Cottage Cottage was great for our family vacation. Garrykennedy is a great little town and has gorgeous scenery. ##### Douglas M. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherrie S. 7 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming cottage Beautiful gardens, well stocked house for a comfortable stay, excellent location ##### Sherrie S. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Deb O. 6 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful location We were very happy with the house and gardens! Definitely an older property but close to the pubs. ##### Deb O. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane B. 27 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Garrykennedy cottage Awesome ##### Diane B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### l h. 14 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fully equipped, idyllic location, comfy beds! This has everything you need, from the kitchen to bathroom towels, and even more. The house is immaculate, cozy, and perfect for relaxing or seeing tourist attractions around the area. It's centrally located for all the major attractions around the south central and southern west coast of Ireland. The parking is abundant, and there are 2 pubs located just doors away. It lacks nothing! ##### l h. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ben K. 14 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect cottage Such a wonderful cottage. Location is picturesque and located within driving distance to so many places of interest. Bonus - a pub/restaurant about 50 feet to the right, and a bar about 30 feet to the left. Everyone in Garrykennedy is warm and welcoming (so is everyone in Ireland for that matter). 100 out of 5 stars. ##### Ben K. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tricia A., Fort Worth 14 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable well located cottage We enjoyed the cottage. It is well appointed. An inviting garden extends the living space. The cottage is very clean and any problem is taken care of quickly.. There is pub two doors one way and a restaurant/ pub two doors the other way. Garry Kennedy is a popular harbor especially on weekends. You are 6 miles from Nenagh, a town with a castle, restaurants, grocery stores, pharmacies etc. Garry Kennedy is about 1 1/2- 2 hours from most Irish sites. It suited us well. ##### Tricia A. Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Theresa M. 16 Jul 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good central location Pros: 1) The host/owner were fantastic to deal with and they give you a comprehensive guide on everything you need to know about the cottage and the area 2) The property is next to a gorgeous lake and the surrounding areas were quaint as well 3) Despite having two busy pubs within a few steps of the cottage, we were never disturbed by any loud noises 4) The garden in the back is enchanted Cons: 1) This house needs a deep cleaning. The carpet upstairs was not great with some odd stains. The master bath smelled like urine. We went to the store to buy fragrance spray to remove this odor. They also had a lot of spider webs and spiders. Again, a good cleaning could fix this. 2) This is likely a non-issue for most, unless you arrive during July and it's unusually hot. The upstairs was uncomfortably warm despite multiple fans that were there for the renter. They should consider installing ceiling fans upstairs. All in all, it was a great value for the price. I very much liked the owner and host. They were great to deal with and it is a lovely property. We were able to get to a lot of Ireland's most iconic locations in unless 2 1/2 hours. ##### Theresa M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirk and Linda D., Excelsior, MN 30 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful cottage and location We loved this cottage and the Larkin restaurant next door. Great location to see many beautiful sites! ##### Kirk and Linda D. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Edward B. 15 Aug 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### After wedding chill Great location for this authentic Irish cottage. Cozy environment nestled between 2 great pubs and local boat dock. ##### Edward B. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack D. 15 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house and location We had a brilliant time in Garrykennedy. The house was perfect for our group, right in the middle of Garrykennedy with 2 great pubs on our doorstep, and a lovely cafe. Our host was also very helpful and accommodating. ##### Jack D. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie D. 28 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely weekend Lovely for a family weekend ##### Jamie D. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colm M. 7 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time at Garrykennedy The house was great.... and the location was spectacular ! ##### Colm M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn and Mark A. 12 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Idyllic Irish Countryside Retreat We so enjoyed our stay at the GarryKennedy cottage which is the ideal place to just stop, relax and enjoy Ireland away from the cities. An ideal spot if you want to just relax, enjoy the two village pubs, meander along the walking paths, watch the boaters on the water or take short day trips (Adare, Cashel Castle, Galway and so many other places). It is exactly as described. Hesitant to recommend it to others, only because we want it available for our next visit. ##### Lynn and Mark A. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### cindy p. 8 Sept 2018 #### Garrykennedy Cottage was perfect for our family’s stay in Ireland. Our family of 9 had a wonderful stay at GarryKennedy Cottage. Centrally located for day trips and only a few feet away from Larkin’s Pub and Restaurant where we ate every night after a long day of touring. The cottage was cozy and had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. Owner, Brendan Dempsey was always very responsive with returning calls or email. You will not be disappointed with this lovely cottage. Thank you for sharing your home. Cindy, Dan, and family ##### cindy p. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allie B. 14 Jun 2018 #### Perfect cottage in cute, convenient location Great cottage for any trip to Ireland! Our group of 8 stayed at Garrykennedy cottage for 12 days in May and it was just the right size and location for our trip. The cute-as-can-be cottage is located centrally enough so that you can make day trips practically anywhere in Ireland. Its about 10-15 minutes from the main motorway which will take you right to Dublin or Limerick and makes for nice, easy driving - especially to and from the airports. The house itself is a great size for a group, plenty of bedrooms with good storage space and the kitchen and dining room are perfect for those meals when you don't want to have to go out to eat. We especially loved being right in the village of Garrykennedy with the picturesque lake directly across the street and Larkins pub a couple doors down. It was a nice to end our days coming back to the quiet house, unloading our stuff and being able to go for a walk or just pop down to Larkins for a pint! Every step of the rental process was simple and well-documented, with a very handy set of manuals outlining everything you'd want to know about the cottage itself and the area. The owner was super helpful with any questions leading up to our trip and was always available through text or email while we were there. We cannot recommend Garrykennedy Cottage enough; staying there made our trip to Ireland all the more enjoyable and memorable :-) ##### Allie B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gail L. 18 May 2018 #### Great place to stay! I would give this cottage 6 stars if I could! We love the Garrykennedy area for it's quiet peacefulness and friendly people. So convenient to any direction that you wish to day tour. Also, there are many activities if you wish to spend some time on the lake, walking or just enjoying the cottage. The cottage is so well equipped, you will most likely not need a thing. Dunnes grocery and Country Choice in Nenagh, are wonderful places to pick up items for your stay and we always make a point of stopping at the Wooden Spoon in Killaloe while in the area. The owners are wonderful to work with. Highly recommend this cottage and look forward to returning for another stay in the future! ##### Gail L. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca B., Niskayuna, NY, USA 4 May 2018 #### Perfect holiday stay Garrykennedy Cottage is the perfect combination of old world charm and modern convenience. Our three generation family of five was completely comfortable throughout our stay, and thoroughly enjoyed hanging out together in the common areas, especially the living room off of the dining area. The owners were extremely helpful and responsive to any questions that we had, and the handbook provided was very informative. We visited many of the areas recommended in the handbook and were never disappointed. Having Larkins Pub next door was such a treat. The food was outstanding and we would receive a warm welcome every time we walked through the door. It was so nice to be able to walk right next door to enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner, have a few pints, listen to some traditional music, make a few new friends, and not have to worry about driving. The only downside to staying at Garrykennedy Cottage is that we eventually had to leave. My family sends heartfelt appreciation to the owners for sharing their beautiful cottage with us. We hope to return soon. ##### Rebecca B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon S., East Greenwich RI USA 4 May 2018 #### Perfectly Charming! Garrykennedy Cottage is perfectly situated in a charming village directly on the lake. Its close proximity to Shannon airport makes it is an ideal home base while sightseeing the west coast of Ireland. The house is the quintessential Irish Country Cottage--but has every modern convenience. The kitchen is well-appointed, the bedrooms are cozy and comfortable, and the bathrooms are clean and newly renovated. Our group loved returning to the cottage and village every day after exploring far and wide! We hope we have the opportunity to stay at the cottage again. It was the perfect base for a memorable mid-winter week! ##### Sharon S. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chip E. 2 Sept 2017 #### Great Lakeside Living The Garrykennedy Cottage was all our family really needed to experience the ambiance of a traditional Irish cottage with all the amenities of a modern house. The village on the gorgeous Lough Derg was a real gem. The Larkin pub virtually next door was a great place for a hearty meal and a good pint of Guinness with traditional Irish music one of the nights of our stay. The proximity to various places we wanted visit made for several enjoyable day trips and the drive along the lakeshore was spectacular. Even got in a round of golf at the Nenagh Golf Course nearby. All in all our visit was great finish to our ten days in Ireland that began with the wedding of one of our daughters in Ennis. We would highly recommend the cottage for anyone visiting the area. ##### Chip E. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gail L. 16 May 2017 #### Home Away from Home The picturesque village of Garrykennedy is a beautiful, relaxing area to stay in central Ireland. This was a special trip for us and Garrykennedy Cottage was the perfect place to truly enjoy our vacation. The location allowed for easy access to sites in either direction, however the beauty and charm of the local area was hard to leave. Do allow some time to enjoy it, as well as the lake which offers excellent fishing. We hired a local guide to take us out fishing and we had an amazing time. The cottage is beautiful and has every amenity needed for your stay. We found it to be very comfortable and immaculate. The back yard is gorgeous and offers a nice area for sitting. The owners are available and very helpful should you have any questions. We found the detailed manual inside the cottage most helpful and it was nice to know they were available if we needed them. We loved the local pub, Larkin's and really enjoyed visiting The Wooden Spoon in Killaloe and the Country Choice store in Nenagh. all charming establishments with friendly people and excellent food choices. We loved our time in Ireland and look forward to a return trip to Garrykennedy Cottage soon! ##### Gail L. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim V. 1 Sept 2016 #### Memorable and cozy Garrykennedy is a great place for a quiet family vacation and was a short drive to the sites we were interested in seeing around the South and West of Ireland (Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, Blarney Castle, Galway) - though some of our best memories were made in Garrykennedy a quaint and friendly village right out the front door. The cottage was unique, cozy, and very comfortable and the private garden was beautiful. The finishings were top-notch and we had plenty of room for our family of 6 to spread out. I noticed the comment in another review that a prior guest had difficulty with the heating system. We had no such difficulty. The owner was very accommodating and helpful and there was a well organized cottage manual that made it easy to figure out all of the systems in the home. We highly recommend this cottage for a stay in the beautiful Irish countryside. ##### Tim V. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### James T., Westchester, NY 21 Aug 2016 #### Terrific Home in Great Location This is an 18th century, fully updated home in a beautiful lakeside location in County Tipperary. The town of Garykennedy is not much more than a few homes and two pubs, plus the large national marina, but don't let that deter you. It is very central for day trips to many of the great places in Ireland. We went to Galway, Cork, Limerick, Cashel, and lots of small towns in Tpperary and Clare. The home is very well appointed and comfortable, with all of the modern conveniences. The guidebook left by the owners gives all the information you need to know the house -- the one exception being the heating system, which is difficult to follow and work once in the house. Larkins Pub, literally 50 feet to the right of the house, has great food and sessions twice per week. Driving to Neinaugh for food is not too far; the food store in the gas station in Portroe also has a lot, and the people that run it are incredibly friendly (as are 99% of the people you meet in Ireland). Recommend the towns of Killaloe (20 minutes), Bird Hill (25 minutes) and Quin (40 minutes) for great local fare and sites. St. John's castle and the Rock of Cashel (ask for Peter as your guide -- great story-teller!) are also must see. If you are really adventerous, our favorite place is West Cork -- Schull, Goleen, Crookhaven and Mizen Head are maybe the prettiest places we saw. All in all, this is a great home that can make you feel like a local for a week in a high level of comfort. Highly recommend it. ##### James T. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maureen K., Chicago 22 Aug 2015 #### A trip that will be remembered!!! A family trip to Ireland with 10 adults and two children and what a beautiful place for first time visitors to experience Ireland. The cottage was so warm and welcoming. The perfect spot for day trips. The people in the village and pubs were all so friendly and helpful. The food at Larson's pub was delicious. We made our day trips and came back to cook dinner at the house. The kitchen was very well equipped. The back patio was beautiful, perfect place for barbecue. The owner was extremely accommodating, very helpful and quick to respond to questions. It was a nice surprise when he called to check to see how we were doing and if we had any questions. I highly recommend the cottage. Thank you so much for sharing your cottage; it will be the family trip remembered by all of us. ##### Maureen K. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### carri m. 14 Aug 2015 #### Lovely cottage in central location House was comfortable with beautiful gardens and very centrally located to all the major towns and attractions. The village of Garrykennedy is lovely with a wonderful pub right next door where the people are friendly, the food is good and the entertainment even better! ##### carri m. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [CABU By The Lakes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cavan-Hotels-CABU-By-The-Lakes.h48850549.Hotel-Information) > > [WHITES OF WEXFORD](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wexford-Hotels-Clayton-Whites-Hotel.h1639727.Hotel-Information) > > [The Central Hotel Donegal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Donegal-Hotels-The-Central-Hotel-Donegal.h15716211.Hotel-Information) > > [Portmarnock Resort & Jameson Golf Links](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dublin-Hotels-Portmarnock-Resort-Jameson-Golf-Links.h445188.Hotel-Information) > > [Villa Rose Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballybofey-Hotels-Villa-Rose-Hotel-Spa.h3584959.Hotel-Information) > > [Slieve Russell Hotel Golf & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ardue-Hotels-Slieve-Russell-Hotel-Golf-Country-Club.h4952282.Hotel-Information) > > [Abbey Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nenagh-Hotels-Abbey-Court.h919363.Hotel-Information) > > [Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dublin-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Dublin-Airport.h2226273.Hotel-Information) > > [Farnham Estate Spa & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cavan-Hotels-Farnham-Estate-Spa-Golf-Resort.h1499097.Hotel-Information) > > [Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dublin-Hotels-Maldron-Hotel-Dublin-Airport.h1331635.Hotel-Information) > > [The Abbey Hotel Donegal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Donegal-Hotels-The-Abbey-Hotel-Donegal.h1884.Hotel-Information) > > [Kee's Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stranorlar-Hotels-Kees-Hotel-Wellness-Centre.h4902351.Hotel-Information) > > [Powerscourt Hotel, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enniskerry-Hotels-Powerscourt-Hotel.h1680006.Hotel-Information) > > [Clayton Hotel & Leisure Club Sligo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sligo-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Leisure-Club-Sligo.h1194108.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dublin-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h77932.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, Letterkenny](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Letterkenny-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h972005.Hotel-Information) > > [Clayton Hotel Liffey Valley](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dublin-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Liffey-Valley.h1166873.Hotel-Information) > > [Talbot Hotel Clonmel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Clonmel-Hotels-Clonmel-Park-Hotel.h7049246.Hotel-Information) > > [The River Lee Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cork-Hotels-The-River-Lee-Hotel.h13650.Hotel-Information) > > [Cahir House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cahir-Hotels-Cahir-House-Hotel.h3676786.Hotel-Information) > > [Killashee Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Naas-Hotels-Killashee-Hotel.h908930.Hotel-Information) > > [Great Northern Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bundoran-Hotels-Great-Northern-Hotel.h1788827.Hotel-Information) > > [Hillgrove Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monaghan-Hotels-Hillgrove-Hotel.h521923.Hotel-Information) > > [Allingham Arms Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bundoran-Hotels-Allingham-Arms-Hotel.h37893738.Hotel-Information) > > [The Johnstown Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enfield-Hotels-The-Johnstown-Estate.h906965.Hotel-Information) > > [Redcastle Hotel, Golf & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Moville-Hotels-Redcastle-Hotel.h1538640.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloomfield House Hotel, Leisure Club & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mullingar-Hotels-Bloomfield-House-Hotel.h1057525.Hotel-Information) > > [Mount Errigal Hotel Conference & Leisure Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Letterkenny-Hotels-Mount-Errigal-Hotel-Conference-Leisure-Centre.h1561953.Hotel-Information) > > [Clayton Hotel Silver Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cork-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Silver-Springs.h522758.Hotel-Information) > > [Arnolds Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunfanaghy-Hotels-Arnolds-Hotel.h527334.Hotel-Information)