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We loved our stay at Glen Country House, what a beautiful setting! We were on the last leg of our Ireland tour and this was definitely the best B&B we stayed at. We loved the 2 dogs, were welcomed with tea, and had an amazing breakfast. We will be back!
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Date of stay: August 2016
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We really enjoyed our stay here. When we first arrived Diana offered to call a restaurant so we could go get some dinner which I thought was really sweet of her . The property and house are just beautiful. The animals so sweet and friendly, we really loved their morning visits. The breakfast was by far the best we had while staying in Ireland, and the coffee was great as well! I just read on another review that you were closing your doors as a B&B and although I know it must be a really tough business trying to please some people, I really am so grateful to have been fortunate to stay there! I guess a 10 year from now plan to come back to this bed and breakfast won't happen but I wish you both the best! Thank you Guy and Diana. I still wish I got to see and pet one of your cows 😂. …
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Date of stay: September 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Glen Country House is in the perfect location for a quiet getaway. However, Tripadvisor might want to reconsider the Certificate of Excellence they have awarded to this property. My wife and I booked 3 nights, but after two nights we decided to leave early and informed Mr Scott of this during breakfast. In response to Mr Scott's question as to why we were leaving early, my wife explained she experienced a very uncomfortable night, due to very thin inadequate pillows. Mr Scott's only response that we should have notified him was a surprise to us as he clearly implied it was our fault for not mentioning it. We explained that a search of the house to locate him late at night would not have been the right thing to do. Within minutes Mrs Scott was at our breakfast table aggressively demanding that we provide a list of issues we had. Under pressure we mentioned the limited/transient wifi (which Mr Scott had already told us about) and a couple of other minor irritations, at which point Mrs Scott raised her vocal display from across the room with "i have to charge you the full amount". After taking payment Mrs Scott added the final insult with "my husband was right.... you two are miserable". On arrival we spent a short time talking about the history of the house and the family with Mr Scott. I suggested this was not the right thing to say to paying guests and that she should apologise. After repeated requests she said "ok" and asked me to leave her house. Without any physical contact, I was effectively evicted from the property. So, having paid for all three nights we were prevented from staying the final night. We had expected the usual Irish welcome, as we have experienced on many occasions during numerous holidays in Ireland, but yesterday we witnessed the real Mrs Scott in all her nastiness. It really does seem odd to me that the host/owner, of what is supposed to be a reputable guest house, would exhibit such disrespect to a paying guest. My wife and I are certainly not miserable, but in such situations I suggest Mrs Scott should be mindful that there may be good (medical/personal) reasons why their guest appear "miserable".…
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Date of stay: September 2016
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Expect intermittent and slow wifi in Room 1.
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Response from Diana S, Owner at Glen Country House
Responded 23 Sept 2016
These people were just looking for a freebie!! They complained about the pillows on the second morning and said they couldn't possibly stay a 3rd night, they should have said something the first morning and I could have offered her a choice of many different types of pillows, but when i suggested this she said she "shouldn't have to ask"....am I a mind reader?? No one has ever complained about the pillows,( they are white goose down and maybe a bit soft for some people), in fact most people comment on how comfortable the beds are!! They hoped I would say how terribly sorry I was and wouldn't charge them for the 2nd night and leave them off the 3rd night, but I called their bluff and charged them for the 3rd night which is quite within my rights! Beware anyone if they come to stay with you as they will find a fault with something hoping to get a freebie!!
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An absolutely delightful place to stay. Guy & Diana run an exceptionally welcoming and comfortable B&B. We stayed for one night on a golfing road trip and would have loved to stay longer. On arrival Diana welcomed us warmly and made tea for us to enjoy in the garden. With a rather delicious slice of homemade cake ! We had made arrangements to eat locally and a kind gesture was made, but declined, for our hosts to collect us should we opt to walk to the restaurant. Our room was large and comfortable. And breakfast the following morning set us both up for the day ahead perfectly. If I recall correctly, Diana and Guy are drawing stumps on the B&B offering at the end of September 2016. So, unless I have got this wrong, or they change their minds we won't be allowed a return visit - which we would do in a heartbeat...…
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Date of stay: August 2016
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Response from Diana S, Owner at Glen Country House
Responded 6 Sept 2016
Thank you for your kind words and yes, you are correct we are closing our doors as a B&B on 23rd September (we won't be changing our minds!). It was lovely having you to stay.
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Stayed here with my wife and 2 year old for a weekend. It's a lovely old style farmhouse. We had a very comfortable bedroom and large ensuite, the little fella enjoyed the bath a lot. Breakfast was good with healthy choices available and also the mandatory full irish. It is located in a beautiful spot overlooking the sea but it is quite remote i.e. you will need a car to get about. Overall would recommend.
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Date of stay: May 2016
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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We stayed at Glen Country house on our first night in Ireland. It is a lovely house, with beautiful grounds. The room and breakfast were terrific, and Diana spent quite a bit of time helping us with driving and exploring the area.
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Date of stay: September 2015
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This is just what I imagined a classic country house experience would be. Set in a beautiful location in secluded countryside with stunning views from the front of the property right to the sea, it was even better than the photographs and other reviews led me to expect. It is elegantly but comfortably furnished, with a gorgeous spacious sitting room for guests' use with an honour bar. Our room was beautiful, top quality furnishings, toiletries and linen. The hosts were warm, gracious and very helpful in serving us breakfast especially early as we had to catch a flight from Cork Airport. We only stayed one night, but would have loved to linger for much longer.
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Date of stay: September 2015
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We stayed at Glen Country House for 1 night during a recent trip to Ireland and wished we would have stayed longer. The property and house are stunning! We arrived and were greeted right away by the Innkeepers who were a lovely couple with many great tips on the area and where to go. The room was beautiful with a lovely view of the grounds and the Bay in the distance. We loved the honor bar in the drawing room as we were able to enjoy a bottle of the wine outside in the evening and a night cap indoors by the fireplace after dinner. Breakfast was wonderful and overall we wished we could have stayed longer. A real luxury B&B experience, I would recommend to anyone looking for some peace and quiet during their trip.
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Date of stay: September 2015
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We arrived at the Glen Country House after spending four days in Dublin. We purposely planned our trip to include a variety of accommodations, including this lovely B & B. Our room was large and beautiful, and very comfortable. The windows overlooked the gardens and the Atlantic. We had a king size bed, sitting area, and large bathroom with a claw foot tub, and separate shower. Everything was clean and crisp. Our room had a small television, but no clock or telephone. We had a driver bring us from Dublin to the B & B. It is in a remote location, so even our experienced driver wasn't sure exactly where it was. We did arrive about 30 minutes early, and no one was home, but the door was open and we were able to relax in the living room area. They have a small bar available. You help yourself and write down your selection on a pad of paper. You pay for your drinks when you check out. I think they are only 4 or 5 EU each. You need a car to be able to explore the area. This B & B is not within walking distance of anyplace to eat, shop or sight see. While we knew this was going to be a remote location, we didn't anticipate being next to nothing. The owner's were kind enough to take us up the road to the Pink Elephant for dinner, and to pick us up when we were finished. We hired a taxi to drive us into Kinsale for the day. The cost for the taxi in to town was 40 EU, but the driver from Kinsale back to the B & B only charged us 25 EU, so you might check with a couple companies to compare prices. Our breakfast was included each morning, and it was FABULOUS! Diana is an excellent cook. Pancakes crisp on the outside, and light and fluffy on the inside. Eggs from their own hens, cooked to perfection with brown bread, and roasted tomatoes and mushrooms. Fresh fruit. Fabulous pastries. Fresh brewed coffee. The absolute best breakfasts we had in our entire two weeks in Ireland. This is an excellent choice if you're looking to have a break from the noise of the city, or just a break to stop and smell the roses (yes...there are several rose bushes in the gardens), or if you're looking to just have the best breakfast ever!…
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Date of stay: September 2015
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Spring for the king deluxe room with a view if you can. The views are breath taking!
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Glen Country House is the Ireland oasis that you dream about. You drive along winding, beautiful roads, passing pastures and hills to reach the property. The entryway alone, with it's row of huge, mature trees, tells you that you have arrived some place special. Close enough to Kinsale, but far enough away to experience the peaceful, impressive grounds, with views of the Kinsale coast in the distance. Guy and Diana were wonderful hosts. Guy's family has owned the property since the 1850's. A comfortable sitting area with a fireplace, overstuffed sofas, chairs and an honor bar. Our bedroom was extremely comfortable and large, with a king bed and large, tastefully decorated bathroom. The grounds are filled with flowers and a huge vegetable and flower garden. Breakfast is included. Guy made us baked eggs, with fresh fruit, everything being locally sourced. Glen Country House truly feels like a home. It is an understated, yet elegant experience, a very special place if you want to treat yourself to a couple of nights (or more) of great comfort in a true country house setting. An amazing experience.…
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Date of stay: September 2015
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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