Title: Waterfront period house Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6344937&destination=Monkstown%2C+County+Cork%2C+Ireland&selected=68167875&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Waterfront period house ## Photo gallery for Waterfront period house ![Interior - Waterfront period house (Monkstown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68170000/68167900/68167875/e2392d8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Waterfront period house (Monkstown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68170000/68167900/68167875/2277dae5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Waterfront period house (Monkstown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68170000/68167900/68167875/458dcd0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Waterfront period house (Monkstown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68170000/68167900/68167875/3c6d59e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Waterfront period house (Monkstown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68170000/68167900/68167875/62f82967.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Waterfront period house, you can look forward to a garden, a playground and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Waterfront period house An elegant period house, on the waterfront in Monkstown, Cork. 20 minutes drive from Cork City and airport. Not quite "Sitting at the Dock of the Bay" but close. Chillax or not, that is the question ? Lovely leisurely local walks, on the Greenway old rail line, throw your canoe or paddle board over the wall (tidal). Perfect base for nearby attractions and activities, Fota Wildlife Park / House/ Adventure, Spike Island/ Fort Camden, Funkytown, cross river ferry to Cobh heritage town. Built in 1842 retaining many original features. Bright and airy, large rooms, high ceilings. The kitchen/ living room is in the basement with atmospheric log burning stove, lower ceiling here, access to split level back yard/garden/ back lane parking space. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Dock - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the marina - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing 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 ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103770000/103762400/103762372/f9dcc195.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rural Countryside Cottage Ideal base to tour East Cork, 10 min drive to N25/ N8 Leamlara - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking available 8.0 Very good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-18&selected=103762372&PinnedHotelID=103762372&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89760000/89755000/89754968/054acf09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Eco Glamping immersed in nature, ideal for family holidays and romantic getaways Whitegate - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-18&selected=89754968&PinnedHotelID=89754968&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89760000/89756000/89755916/ab2eed4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Eco Glamping immersed in nature, ideal for family holidays andromantic getaways! 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No additional guests are allowed other than the maximum allowed in the listing. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Not suitable for small children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Waterfront Period House Monkstown Waterfront Period House Private vacation home Waterfront Period House Private vacation home Monkstown ## About the area Located in Loughbeg, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Blarney Castle and Annie Moore Statue are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cork Harbour and Fountainstown Beach. Sirius Arts Centre and Titanic Trail are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Monkstown travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monkstown.dx6344937) [View more Holiday homes in Monkstown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monkstown-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6344937-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%7C51.84291%2C-8.33873&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TPVQVGtim-f1RaYQr7MEtDN8Q2g=) Monkstown, Cork ### What's nearby - ![Cobh Heritage Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6181823/4dad9d19-349b-4309-a675-255346dfd5b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cobh Heritage Centre 6 min drive \- 3.0 miles - ![Fota Wildlife Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6180842/e8fe15ff-900d-4d25-8561-57caa45478db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fota Wildlife Park 6 min drive \- 4.3 miles - ![Titanic Experience Cobh](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532489453/bc95661c-c8df-4802-b236-0fe691d68110.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Titanic Experience Cobh 7 min drive \- 3.5 miles - ![Cobh Cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090157/b7472cbb-6be8-4202-b44a-5dc2e64a677d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cobh Cathedral 7 min drive \- 3.5 miles - Raffeen Creek Golf Club 4 min drive \- 1.6 miles ### Getting around - Glounthaune Station 21 min drive - Cork Airport (ORK) 19 min drive ### Restaurants - Wan Fu Chinese Restaurant 13 min drive - Kellys 12 min drive - Seasalt Cafe and Deli 13 min drive - Seaview Cafe Bistro 13 min drive - The Bosun 11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Waterfront period house pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Waterfront period house? ### What time is check-in at Waterfront period house? ### What time is check-out at Waterfront period house? ### Where is Waterfront period house located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Waterfront period house Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 12 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### John W. 19 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a great stay at Williams. We met William upon our arrival and he was welcoming and gave us great ideas for our stay. It was clean and well stocked to start our stay!! Great place to stay and convenient to get to to all the sites. ##### John W. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela C. 11 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Character The house has been beautifully restored and is so spacious. William (the host) was easy to work with and provided great recommendations. The location is close to many places and it was a quiet neighborhood. ##### Angela C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela K. 17 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Greystones Cannot fault it. The owner was very friendly and supplied everything you need to start your holiday. Beautiful house, lovely location. Highly recommend this property. We give it 10 out of 10. ##### Angela K. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theresa W. 16 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charmibg Monkstown This was the perfect spot for us to explore Cork and the surroundings. We most enjoyed coffee/tea in the morning in the private yard overlooking the bay. Spectacular views and charming home and genuine antique furnishings took us back in time. William was most helpful meeting us to walk through the house. Easy checkin and checkout. Wonderful stay. ##### Theresa W. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Laura S. 12 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful period house. Just charming. be prepared for stairs over 4 levels. William was thoughtful and informative host. Only drawback (if there was one) was not much in walking distance-1 restaurant which had good food. Many things to do in nearby area. Recommend Fota Nature park , just exceptional "zoo" ##### Laura S. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roger S. 11 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Waterfront Period House This property is a beautifully restored home. It had everything we wanted and needed. The location was perfect. The home faced the waterfront and was a short walk to the local restaurant and pub. William was friendly, informative and made sure we had everything we needed. We loved our time visiting Monkstown and surrounding area. ##### Roger S. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julia J. 3 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Monkstown Stay The house was absolutely stunning! The hosts were great, they greeted us on arrival and had even put a fire on in the stove! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The air hockey table upstairs in particular was a great hit with the kids. ##### Julia J. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle C. 7 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent location, fantastic hosts. My family stayed here for one leg of our recent family vacation to Ireland. We were looking for something in County Cork outside of Cork City. This fit the bill perfectly. We enjoyed the views from the front of the house, the character of the historic home, and the easy access to many local sights. The owners were incredibly helpful with recommendations for things to do while in the area, gave a very helpful and very responsive. If ever in the area again, I would book again. Highly recommend! ##### Michelle C. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela S. 1 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely well appointed period home . We loved this older home with so much character . It had everything we needed and the welcome items were much appreciated. We enjoyed having it as a base for travels in the area. Good pubs within walking distance. Loved watching the ships come and go . ##### Angela S. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wesley J. 1 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice house with a great view! This is a great old house in a nice area, clean and well kept. We really enjoyed our stay. ##### Wesley J. Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian R. 21 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely large house Excellent communication from William. Huge period house with high ceilings and so much space. Some lovely touches from William with lots of kitchen essentials waiting for us. We even had homemade orange cake to welcome us. ##### Brian R. Stayed 4 nights in May 2022 ---