chilling out
Review Submitted: November 11, 2009
Date of Stay: October 2009
We spent 8 memorable days, basking in the glories of the Irish autumn (sunshine, a little rain and mist, varied hues of green, brown, purple and blue), and relaxing at the superbly equipped Laharandota cottage. Arrived in glorious sunshine, and dived into the welcoming blue pool, along with those in my family equally devoid of common sense. We had a bracing dip every day of our stay. The cottage itself had a useful welcome package, and was amply stocked with logs and kindling. So like the pool, the open fire was a daily ritual. There was plenty to do, with segments of the Sheeps Head Way in close proximity. Manageable 1 to 3 hour walks were the order of the day. The signal tower walk and lighthouse walks were probably the most rewarding. The highest point on the peninsula (Seefin) is also a fairly easy 1 hour walk from the mountain pass viewpoint carpark. There a couple of adult bikes in the shed (long legs required), and cycling round the area is fun also, especially if you don't mind getting a little mucky. On a slightly negative note the nearest pub is 2 to 3 miles away, and could be a long enough stagger home. There is a decent enough shop in the post office of the nearest village Kilcrohane, and a supermarket In Durrus (45 mins away ) for your provisions. Eating out again probably best around Durrus and Bantry. My favourite was O'Connor's seafood restaurant in Bantry for scallops, mussels, lobster etc. We'd definitely come back again, in summer or spring, and if it was a little warmer, probably lounge poolside quite a bit. The kids had a ball, each had their own bedroom, and all really enjoyed it. Even if it rains, there's things to do outdoors. I mentioned cycling, but here's also a quad biking centre near Skibbereen (see the west Cork for kids booklet in the cottage), not for the health and safety conscious, but fantastic fun in the mud.
All in all, the artist's cottage is a really good spot. Thanks Julie!
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