Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women
Dunboy Cottage, Castletownbere P75 AC89 Ireland
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Bellatrix is a bed and breakfast for women on the Beara Peninsula, South West Cork, Ireland. In addition to offering bed and breakfast to our guests, we also run hiking and walking tours suitable to your level of fitness. We are a ten-minute drive from Dzogchen Beara Meditation Retreat centre and many of our guests have attended retreats there. Our house is set in mature gardens with views of Knockgour. We are located beside a forest which leads down to the Atlantic and you can enjoy a beautiful coastal walk right from our door. The trail leads out to Pipers Point where you have magnificent views to Bear Island, Sheeps Head and Mizen Head. We regularly see common dolphins, porpoises, grey and common seals and if you are really lucky you might see the otters. We are approximately 4K from the local town Castletownbere where you will find all the usual shops, pubs and restaurants. One pub of note; McCarthy's bar located in the square is a MUST visit. The proprietor, Adrienne McCarthy is always very welcoming and serves a great pint! Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for women is a great destination for women who love nature and a great chance to meet women from all over the world. Bellatrix is owned and run by Rita Berz and Lainey O'Keeffe.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Breakfast available
Non-smoking hotel
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Separate dining area
Kitchenette
Oven
Walk-in shower
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Separate living room
Sofa
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Clothes rack
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Electric kettle
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Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
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English, German
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Grade: 57 out of 100
18Restaurantswithin 1 km
4Attractionswithin 1 km
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Dunboy Cottage, Castletownbere P75 AC89 Ireland
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What a beautiful, relaxing break away. Thank you so much Rita & Lainey for your warm welcome and kindness. I love your home and your garden, especially love your beautiful little cove, water a bit cold 😉 but, worth the swim.
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Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Travelled
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Response from Bellatrix Beara Peninsula, Owner at Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women
Responded 21 Mar 2022
Hi Katie, thanks so much for your review and your visit with us. Thanks also to your firends Trish and Ann for your stay. You were such a lovely group of women. Welcome back any time with open arms.
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I recently had a memorable two night stay at Bellatrix, and I am currently planning my return trip. From booking to check out, Rita and Lainey could not have been more helpful in guiding and advising me to get the most of my limited time in this beautiful part of Ireland. I swam, enjoyed whale & dolphin watching as I hiked the pennisula & visited Dzogchen Beara for coffee and reflection, all on Rita's recommendation. The accomodation was comfortable, clean, tranquil and perfectly suited my needs. I left renewed. I recommend a stay in this special place.
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Date of stay: July 2021
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Response from Bellatrix Beara Peninsula, Owner at Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women
Responded 26 Jul 2021
Thanks for your lovely review, looking forward to seeing you next time.
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We stayed for a whole week this August and enjoyed our time at Bellatrix thoroughly. The place was clean, cosy and came with all appliances you need for a self-catering short holiday (we stayed during the Covid-19 restrictions). Rita and Lainey were very welcoming and offered a lot of advice on different activities we could do in the Beara Peninsula. We loved going for a swim every evening in the tiny and picturesque cove beach that is a 15 minutes walk from Bellatrix. One of the best things about our stay was a beautiful and lush garden with a cat always up for some cuddles. The place is run by two very kind and sound women and we could not ask for better hosts and atmosphere. We will certainly be back :) Dagmara & Gosia
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Response from Bellatrix Beara Peninsula, Owner at Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women
Responded 3 Jun 2021
Hi Dagmara and Gosia, We just saw your reviewe yesterday. Thanks so much for your kind words. We loved having you here and so did Ruby! Hope you are both keeping well. Hugs!
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Just a short stroll away from the sea there is a magical place on Beara peninsula where you feel at home immediately: Bellatrix. It’s very cosy, surrounded by a lovely garden and run by two wonderful women that do their best to care for you having a great time there. You will laugh lots, enjoy delicious food, a sweet cat’s company (if you like) and pure beautiful nature. Rita’s hikes are special and so is everything about Bellatrix. Thank you so much for the unforgettable time, Rita and Lainey!! :)
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Date of stay: July 2019
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Response from Bellatrix B, Owner at Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women
Responded 3 Aug 2019
Monika, it was truly a delight to meet you, you were such wonderful company and your presence in the group brought a lot. We really hope that we meet you again. All good wishes to you and lots of love, Ruby, Rita and Lainey.
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We truly enjoyed our time at Bellatrix. Rita presented us with delicious breakfasts each morning and then provided us with information for fun hikes. Everything about this place is tranquil and pleasant.
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Date of stay: June 2018Trip type: Travelled
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Response from Bellatrix B, Owner at Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women
Responded 6 Aug 2018
Yeaaa, thanks so much for your great review. It was so nice to have you “outdoorsy” women here. Enjoy the rest of your trip and thanks again for staying at Bellatrix to explore Beara Peninsula. Rita.
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I stayed at Bellatrix for five nights this July, and was absolutely delighted with my experience. Rita and Lainey are excellent hosts--warm, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable about the area. I especially appreciated how they took the trouble to find out about each guest's interests and fitness levels, so that they could recommend things to do in the area, and spots that were accessible, depending on whether the guests were travelling by bike or by car. My room was comfortable and spacious, with a gorgeous view of the mountains, and the breakfasts were varied and delicious. I really enjoyed chatting with Rita and Lainey, and appreciated the fun and inclusive atmosphere that they create. As a female travelling alone, I felt that I was in a safe space, and that I was looked out for, in a kind, helpful, and unobtrusive way. I would warmly suggest Bellatrix as a destination for female travellers, and as an excellent base from which to see the stunning Beara peninsula. Allihies is a 20 km bike ride away, and Dzogchen Beara Buddhist centre is easily accessible by bike or by car.…
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Date of stay: July 2018Trip type: Travelled
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Response from Bellatrix B, Owner at Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women
Responded 31 Jul 2018
Hi Kelly, thanks so much for your wonderful review. It was great to have you here. You were such a pleasant guest to have at Bellatrix and created such nice energy. When things start to slow down a bit after the summer we are looking forward to reading your beautifully produced book, specially page 15 for the cove swimmers! All the best. Rita and Lainey.
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We had a beautiful stay at Bellatrix, a brilliant setting to relax and explore. The welcome was friendly and relaxed and the accommodation is very comfortable. Rita made us delicious breakfasts every morning and gave us very good instructions for walks and drives around this stunning peninsula. We met with women from all over the world and even had an impromptu night of music with some French visitors and locals playing accordions and dulcimer! Highly recommended, thank you to Rita and Lainey.
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Date of stay: July 2018Trip type: Travelled
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Response from Bellatrix B, Owner at Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women
Responded 29 Jul 2018
Ahh thanks so much for your lovely review. Lainey was sorry that she didn’t see more of you but it was wonderful to have a super International time at Bellatrix for your stay. I really enjoyed your company, you are two great women. Enjoy the rest of your travels and thanks again for staying at Bellatrix. All the beat, Rita.
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Rita & Lainey run a very welcoming B&B, relaxed, friendly and with helpful info about the locality, walking routes, places to eat and just about any information you may need. I stayed for four days sightseeing, walking, indulging in Rita's Shiatsu treatment (not to be missed) and visiting local attractions including the Dzogchen beara meditation centre, Beara Island and the spectacular Healy Pass. A nearby cove for swimming and forest walk around the house made this the ideal base for a chill out break.
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Date of stay: June 2018Trip type: Travelled
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Very homey B&B and the hosts are very friendly and helpful. Perfect surroundings for walks and a nice little village Castletownbere nearby. Walking tour in Bere Island was also very nice, just few minutes with boat from Castletownbere. Also ideal for relaxing, quiet place. The breakfast was excellent. If you are looking for something not crowded of tourists, Bellatrix is the place!
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Date of stay: June 2018Trip type: Travelled
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Response from Bellatrix B, Owner at Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women
Responded 27 Jun 2018
Thanks for your lovely review Gigja. It was so nice spending time with you and hearing about Iceland. Have a great summer! Rita and Lainey.
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This is my second time back and I'll back again soon! Rita and Lainey run a women only B and B that really is the perfect place to escape city life, in the heart of the Beara peninsula. My bedroom was calming, incredibly clean and had views of the garden. When you eat the breakfast (tasty Swiss Rosti made by Rita with cheese is one of the options) you're looking directly at the gorgeous mountains. The sitting room has a library - including lots of novels, many LGBT novels and meditation and spiritual reads. I snuggled in with a glass of wine after my day of walking around the nearby cobh. Perfect base for hiking and the hosts are experts on best walks and hikes. I did this without a car, even getting to the nearby Dzogchen Beara meditation centre, it is manageable and the hosts will bring you places too, but having a car is easier. I highly recommend it, it's the perfect base for exploring the Beara peninsula or even if you just want to take a break and catch up with yourself in this exquisite B and B!…
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Date of stay: March 2018Trip type: Travelled
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Response from Bellatrix B, Owner at Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women
Responded 15 Mar 2018
Thanks for your great review Aisling, it was great to see you again, you are welcome back anytime.
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IrelandProvince of MunsterCounty CorkCastletownbere
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Claim Your Listing Frequently Asked Questions about Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women
Which popular attractions are close to Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women?
Nearby attractions include MacCarthy's Bar (0.3 km), Derreenataggart Stone Circle (0.05 km), and Sarah Walker Gallery (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and breakfast.
Which room amenities are available at Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a refrigerator, and a dining area.
What food & drink options are available at Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women?
Guests can enjoy breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women?
Conveniently located restaurants include Murphy's Restaurant, Breen's Lobster Bar & Restaurant, and MacCarthy's Bar.
Is Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.1 km away from the centre of Castletownbere.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and German.
Are there any historical sites close to Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Dunboy Castle and Puxley Mansion (2.5 km).
Is Bellatrix Bed and Breakfast for Women accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.