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LYREBOY, pet friendly, with open fire in Glencar, County Kerry

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3 bedrooms
Dining
TV, books
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is £224
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

About this property

Entire place

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

LYREBOY, pet friendly, with open fire in Glencar, County Kerry

This detached cottage near Glencar sleeps six people in three bedrooms.

Lyreboy is a single-storey detached cottage situated 3.5 miles from the village of Glencar in County Kerry. The cottage sleeps six people in three bedrooms, consisting of two doubles and a twin, as well as a family bathroom and a shower room. The cottage also has a kitchen with dining area and a sitting room with open fire. Outside there is ample off road parking and lawned gardens with furniture and barbecue. Lyreboy is a terrific base for exploring the McGillycuddy’s Reeks mountain range, Killarney National Park and delightful towns and villages.

Amenities: Oil central heating with open fire. Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV with Saorview, DVD, selection of books and games. Fuel and power inc. in rent from April to October, charged by meter reading from November to March. Starter pack for open fire inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Ample off road parking. Lawned gardens with furniture and BBQ. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 2 miles.

Region: County Kerry is a mystical and unspoilt part of Ireland, with spectacular natural beauty and a fascinating history. Facing the Atlantic Ocean, it features many sandy beaches, rocky inlets and stunning peninsulas.

Town: The village of Glencar offers three pubs, a Post Office and a shop in a region of Kerry known as The Kingdom. Glencar is a nature lover’s paradise with the McGillycuddy’s Reeks mountain range and an abundance of wildlife in the area. The pretty town of Killorglin is within easy reach and has a variety of cafés, pubs and restaurants, plus sandy beaches and golf courses are nearby.

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Property amenities

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

535291

About the area

Map
Glencar, South West

What's nearby

  • Carrantuohill - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Caragh Lake - 24 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Gap of Dunloe - 31 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Ross Castle - 38 min drive - 20.4 miles
  • Killarney National Park - 48 min drive - 19.1 miles

Getting around

  • Killarney Station - 35 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Falveys - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Red Fox Inn - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Patchino’s - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Real Burger - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bianconi, Killorglin - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LYREBOY, pet friendly, with open fire in Glencar, County Kerry pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at LYREBOY, pet friendly, with open fire in Glencar, County Kerry?

As of 25 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at LYREBOY, pet friendly, with open fire in Glencar, County Kerry on 20 Sept 2025 start from £223.51, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at LYREBOY, pet friendly, with open fire in Glencar, County Kerry?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LYREBOY, pet friendly, with open fire in Glencar, County Kerry?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LYREBOY, pet friendly, with open fire in Glencar, County Kerry located?

Situated in Maum, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Carrantuohill and within 9 miles (15 km) of Wilma's Cheese Factory and Caragh Lake. The Basement Museum and Beaufort Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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LYREBOY, pet friendly, with open fire in Glencar, County Kerry Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Farm Cottage

Lovely farm cottage, spacious and comfortable. Enjoyed meeting the owners, so welcoming and watching the sheep and the border collies at work. Very nice stay! We would love to come back in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country haven

Cottage was 10mins from killorglin by car. Cottage was at foot of cuarantuhal absolutely beautiful. We loved the quiet it wasxa great base for seeing the whole county.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz A.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

artur b., Newbridge

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place.

Lovely place, lovely owners enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021