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Beautiful Country Home located on 31 acres overlooking Bearhaven Harbour

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Relax in this serene room with a bay window overlooking a lush garden and a body of water.
Classic bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, and a matching bench.
Set amidst lush greenery, this traditional house features a prominent red door and a charming garden area with a bench.
Relax in this inviting living room with a striped sofa, armchair, and coffee table.
Relax in this inviting living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Droum, Cork (county)
  • Hungry Hill
  • Bantry Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Dunboy Castle
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe)
    ‪126 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Droum

In Droum .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Droum vacation home, you'll find Bantry Bay and Hungry Hill. Bere Island Heritage Centre and Mill Cove Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bantry Bay - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Healy Pass - 15 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Dunboy Castle - 18 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Bere Island Heritage Centre - 27 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Bantry House - 46 min drive - 31.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) - 164 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Twoneys - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Breen's Lobster Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪MacCarthy's Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Hotel Bar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪O'Shea's Bar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful Country Home located on 31 acres overlooking Bearhaven Harbour

Beautiful country home sitting on 31 acres of beautiful Irish countryside just 10 minutes outside of Castletown Berehaven on the famous Ring of Beara. Home is well appointed, comfortable and makes for a wonderful family getaway. The property is just a 200 meter walk from the shoreline of the famous and scenic Bearhaven Harbor for those interested in fishing or a nice refreshing swim. Winding throughout the property are several kilometers of hiking paths for those interested in exploring the property or just taking a peaceful walk through the woods. The home is overlooked by Hungry Hill, part of the Caha Mountain range for the more adventurous hikers and those seeking breathtaking views of the Bearhaven Harbor, Bantry Bay, Bere Island and a good segment of the Beara Peninsula. For the shoppers in your group, there are many small arts and craft shops nestled in the small towns throughout the Ring of Beara. There are many wonderful local restaurants, most featuring locally caught seafood fresh from the fishing vessels that call Castletown home. Whether it is hiking, fishing, shopping or just enjoying the peace and quiet, you will find Sandmount to be the perfect destination for you family vacation.

Property manager

John O'Leary

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beautiful Country Home located on 31 acres overlooking Bearhaven Harbour to the airport?

This vacation home is 74.9 mi (164-min drive) away from the Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beautiful Country Home located on 31 acres overlooking Bearhaven Harbour have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautiful Country Home located on 31 acres overlooking Bearhaven Harbour to the beach?

This vacation home is 16.9 mi (43-min drive) from Ballydonegan Beach.

Does Beautiful Country Home located on 31 acres overlooking Bearhaven Harbour offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beautiful Country Home located on 31 acres overlooking Bearhaven Harbour?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Country Home located on 31 acres overlooking Bearhaven Harbour?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beautiful Country Home located on 31 acres overlooking Bearhaven Harbour?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beautiful Country Home located on 31 acres overlooking Bearhaven Harbour have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Beautiful Country Home located on 31 acres overlooking Bearhaven Harbour have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautiful Country Home located on 31 acres overlooking Bearhaven Harbour to downtown Droum?

This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Droum.

Beautiful Country Home located on 31 acres overlooking Bearhaven Harbour Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical house, magical location

This home is magical in every way -- its layout, its design, its location, and its views. We are already planning our next visit if John will have us. The photos don't do it justice! Pure magic
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Break

Our 2nd visit to John,s house and it was another brilliant stay. 3 min walk to the beach, lovely woodland walks at our door step and most importanly, a lovely, homely, cosy house to come back to.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annwen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Stay

We loved this house for the view and cozy feel. Perfect for a family of five to relax and explore the Beara Peninsula.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget W., WEST NEWBURY

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway in beautiful Beara

We've rented many Irish homes, mainly in the west, but this was the southernmost stay yet. The area is rural but with many interesting things to do, and we made the most of our time in both rain and shine. The house is large with a nice layout although we used only the ground floor, plenty of space for two. The sunroom warmed up very nicely even on the cooler days, and we ate most of our meals there. The only thing we found lacking in the house was the supply of kitchen cooking utensils as what is provided is scant and there was no ladle for the soup we made. We had so been looking forward to a peat fire but discovered that traditional peat is now, for most, banned, and the substitute fuel just wasn't the same; something to be aware of if you, like us, didn't know this. We visited the small beach at the end of the road, where we got a few shots of a seal, traversed the Healy Pass several times, visited Bantry and Bantry House, Kenmare, Glengariff, and frequented Castletownbere for both shopping and dining. As always the locals were warm and helpful. We would stay at Sandmount again and recommend to others. Thank you for a restful respite!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henrik V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastisch huis met een adembenemend uitzicht

We hebben genoten van de stilte en de vergezichten over de baai en Bear island vanuit de serre. Het huis ligt enorm afgelegen. We komen dolgraag terug. Ons enige probleem was de koffiemachine, die is zo verouderd en beschimmeld. We adviseren een nieuw apparaat voor koffiecups aan te schaffen.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sea and Sky

Loved our stay at Sandmount - everything from start to finish was top notch. Ann explained the ins and outs of the home upon arrival and kindly dropped by to let us know when there was a brief outage in the internet. Well situated to drive east or west; and we did both. Less than 10 minutes to Castletownbere and the Ring of Beara. A short walk down the lane to the harbor shore was a delight. Loved having tea in the morning from a comfy seat in the glassed in porch and watching the glistening waters and the changing skies. The large kitchen is a plus and the kitchen table was perfect for game nights, chosen from the many available.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert J V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing in every way!

This was the perfect out of the way stay that we were looking for. So peaceful and quiet with magnificent location and setting. The cottage was home for the week and it felt like home. Classic Irish cottage. loved the sunroom looking out over the water. Fires going in the fireplace and dinner in the well stocked kitchen. John was easy to work with and very helpful. Magnificent week. Thanks John! Bob and Virginia.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our visit

Beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Surpassed all expectations

Thank you John for giving us the experience of living the life. Four weeks in your house was perfect, comfortable beds, perfect sun room, fantastic kitchen with all you want and 3 minutes walk to the beach. We were swimming each morning to start the day off right. We know the Beara peninsular well and it was great to take our time in revisiting old haunts and finding new ones. Castletownbere has everything you want regarding grocery shopping, coffee, pubs and restaurants. The selection of fresh fish available was more than we expected. The only thing out of our hands was the weather and that worked out perfect.TG. Correspondence with John and Anne before and during our stay could not have been better. Retired couple from Canada
Stayed 27 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A comfortable and spacious home in beautiful peaceful setting

Sandmount offers everything you could need. The way to describe it is as a family home where the owners have just popped out. You never know when self catering whether you should bring your own salt, pepper, washing up liquid, etc but literally everything - and more - was available. In addition, there were plenty of Irish reference and guide books, maps, leaflets for local attractions, and also a selection of games. The beds were really comfortable and good showers with plenty of towels. The view across the bay is stunning, and the short walk to the beach. Definitely the best of the Beara rentals we have had so far.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Ireland

Could not say enough good things about John O'Leary and his home near Castletownbere. Such a wonderful stay in a land of incredibly friendly and welcoming people. Brian Sullivan
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betty H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ireland family vacation

The location of this property was absolutely amazing!! We could not have imagined such a beautiful setting for a family vacation. The owner was very responsive and Anne went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and answer any questions we had about the house. We would love to be able to come back again to this beautiful home! The walk to the water each morning was refreshing! The home is well supplied with all the kitchen utensils and appliances. We were able to cook at home with no problem. The short drive to Castletownbere for groceries and dining at the cozy restaurants was also a nice plus. Thank you to our hosts for making us feel most welcome!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen C., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness

Family of 4 adults traveling for Thanksgiving Holiday

We are a traveling family (Mom,Dad and 2 adult sons) that travel during the holidays and we really enjoyed the quaint town of Castletownbere. Walking the well marked trails around the property and down to the water of the bay was relaxing. Day trips over to the cable car and Dursey Island and hiking around the ancient standing stones in the surrounding area was wonderful. Watching the beautiful sunrise in the quiet peacefulness of the wilderness while still being close enough to run into town for excellent and exceptionally fresh seafood and quick bites were convenient. Town center, McCarthy’s bar and crepes all within 100 steps of one another. What more could you need? We wish we had more time to spend here as it was just what our souls needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aileen G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic getaway!

We recently spent a wonderful week in Sandmount and can highly recommend it. The house is beautiful and full of character, very cosy and comfortable with everything you might need. It is also really well maintained and clean. The grounds are fantastic, with sea views, mature gardens and woodland walking trails. It's just a short stroll to the sea front which is quiet and peaceful, and also has a small beach which was perfect for our kids to play on. It was a perfect stay for a relaxing break, and with Castletownbere a short drive away it is also very convenient. We would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Grant A.

Liked: Cleanliness

A very special spot

The 10 days we spent here provided my wife and I with one of the most enjoyable vacation/staycation experiences we have ever had. The location was serene, the house incredibly comfortable and the surrounding and nearby scenery, breathtaking. We only wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Liam R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Location

We had a great week at Sandmount. The location is superb, in the woods, minutes from a little beach/ pier. Owner & caretaker very helpful. Truly, a magical place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

John F., Dublin, Ireland

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer Break

We had a wonderful holiday in Sandmount. The house was very well equipped and extremely comfortable for my family. The location is so peaceful with a small stony beach a short walk away. It was a great base to explore the Beara peninsula and I can highly recommend it. We hope to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical

Down a little narrow country road, off the Wild Atlantic way,we found Sandmount House, so secluded, surrounded by flowers, trees & an amazing sea view to Bere Island out front. The house has everything , well stocked, charming & comfortable. We even saw a deer in the forest. Ann, the caretaker, it is only up the road& most helpful. John, the host, replies promptly, if needed, by email. Many places to explore nearby or just chill out after a sea swim. Thanks John & Ann.

10/10 Excellent

David W., Denver, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome & Incredible Stay

I cannot say enough positive things about this house and our stay. Known as Sandmount, it is located down a beautiful side road off the main road to Castletownbere, five miles away. It’s a great jumping off point for hiking the Beara Peninsula. We went to town often to shop for groceries and the like. The main living area is open and comfortable with a fireplace we used on a regular basis. The master bedroom downstairs is spacious. Our daughter had the upstairs, including a bathroom, all to herself. The enclosed back porch looks out on the Atlantic Ocean, and we spent hours out there (with space heaters), reading and just staring at the waves. We cooked a lot, so the spacious kitchen, with ample counter space and seating, worked really well for us. John and Anne (who lives up the road and checked in on us from time to time and with whom we shared homemade food) are a pleasure to deal with. I’ve already told my friends that if they need a place to get away from it all, recharge, and find some peace and quiet, this is the place. We hope to return here as well.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect staycation, can't wait to return

My mother and I spent two lovely weeks at Sandmount and only wish we could have stayed longer. It was the perfect place to ride out quarantine after arriving in Ireland during the pandemic -- the house is so comfortable and there's so much room to explore on the grounds that self-isolating was hardly a chore! The trails through the woods and the beaches below the house make for a wonderfully peaceful spot. We spent hours down at the sea, and really enjoyed meeting all the neighbours, albeit from a safe distance. The house has everything you could need, from a relaxing sun room to a perfectly equipped kitchen. The wifi is great (no trouble streaming shows or working remotely via Zoom) and the beds are very comfortable. Communication with John was top-notch, but best of all was Anne, the caretaker. We so enjoyed getting to know her and couldn't have asked for a friendlier welcome. We hope to stay again soon.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great property in a beautiful location

Everything went perfectly. The house was better than we expected. If you are looking for a property with privacy, on it's own estate, overlooking the sea and just a five minute walk to go for a swim, or do some fishing, this is it. This is a special house in a special place. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

patricia k.

Liked: Cleanliness

We will be back.

Perfect location, beautiful well maintained and comfortable house. The sea view from the sun room, the constantly changing light is so relaxing. Check in so easy, Anne is so helpful . Wish we could stay longer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alexander M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Above all expectations

This is a property that looks very nice online, but it's also one of the rare cases when reality is much better than the photos! The place is super cozy, very well equipped and the location and the views are simply not to be matched. We immediately felt like it's a home away from home. Had a fantastic week there and would gladly come back again and again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Orla O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super house

This is a beautiful house in a gorgeous locations. The house is very homely and comfortable with everything a family would need. The sun room looking out on the bay is particularly relaxing. Our children loved the cove at the bottom of the road, swimming, fishing, playing among the rocks. A trip to Bere Island was a highlight of the hols. Thank you John for sharing your lovely home with us.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Literally, A Home Away From Home

Our second visit to Sandmount. After visiting for a few days back in 2017, we fell in love with this place and knew we had to come back. We arrived just a few days before Ireland shut down due to the pandemic and we ended up staying longer than anticipated but we never felt inconvenienced. In fact, we could not have picked a more perfect place to be during this time. John was wonderful to work with and was very accommodating given our situation and was prompt in all his responses. The property is amazing. The house is a wonderful combination of tradition Irish cottage and modern vacation house. The property, with its ocean view and 30+ acres of fields, forests, and trails, provides hours of calm, peaceful hiking with an abundance of wildlife to view. There's as much here for kids to do as adults and, who knows, maybe some enterprising guests have even left a treasure hunt for future guests... In all our travels, we've never found a place we've loved so much. We could not have asked for a better place to stay and have already made plans to return next year.
Stayed 74 nights in Mar 2020