Sherkin North Shore
Sherkin Island Ireland
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Had an amazing weekend here. Kathy and Mike are fantastic hosts and really made us feel welcome. Accommodation, food, views and ambience all five star. Can't wait to return, the breakfast is amazing, delicious pancakes and served by very friendly staff.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Rude unhelpful staff, unclean kitchens and no privacy when using the toliet. A group of 10 of us aged 28 to 37 came to Sherkin and we were treated as we were delinquents from the get go. We are all experienced, respectful campers who just wanted to have a nice time, but left the campsite with an icky feeling. We were told at least 10 times before nighttime that we needed to be quiet at night and we said yes we understand, and that we have would follow the rules, as these are normal rules in all campsites. It was like he had decided we were going to be rude to other customers before we even set up camp. When placing the tents, the man couldn't or wouldn't tell us to put our tents. I repeatedly asked where we should put them and he was so vague about it. Should have little stations if you can't make that decision and book them into it. Later, when the rest of our group came, he put the blame on us for where we had camped even though he hadn't helped or given a preference at all, despite multiple requests from us for clarification. Gave out to us about our bags when we had taken them out of the taxi, and just put them down for a minute while we walked all our bits to the campsite, so he could move his van 5 meters forward. Unnecessarily weird about the bags. Kitchen wasn't clean when we arrived and could do with a revamp . The bathrooms are unisex, with three bathrooms and three showers in the same room. This made a lot of people uncomfortable. When I asked for a disability toilet, it was like a requested a trip to the moon. Kept mentioning to us about other bookings, as if that's our job to keep track off? We heard him talking to other campers and seemed to be more polite? If he had decided to put us in the further field before we put up our tents, that wouldn't have been an issue at all, we would have been happy to accommodate. Very strange experience and it left me with a bad feeling towards the place.…
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip: Just avoid it, you can do a lovely day trip to silver strand, the beach and head home again
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We arrived exauhested from work and stressed we left totally renewed not just physically but in every way. I loved the relaxed style and the food is amazing and to see and smell the sea from every angle is amazing. Donna
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Our Trip to Sherkin was fabulous when it came to the scenery and camping experience for the kids, memories they will hold forever the Silver Strand beach,, Breathtaking! We got a taxi off the ferry from Fergal a lovely Man who brought us to Northshore were we stayed in a bell tent. I have to say I was let down, the bed was clean but the floor was filthy hadnt been cleaned. 75e for the night. The showering facilities and toilets same. The food was also very expensive for what we got I felt but nice. There was 2 adults and 4 kids at our table it was a set menu we got a medium sized chicken, between us potatoes and lovely salad. I got maybe three small pieces of chicken from what was cut once given out. The kids had small dessert and the adults, we paid roughly around 100e for it all. The kids pancakes in morning are delicious but for an adult 15e for breakfast does not get you a full irish. It contained 2 sausages an a rasher which is the norm stated the man giving it out and we also had some fruit salad an yougart. You wouldnt want to be picky as the rashers were microwave defrosted in front me. Personally a bit of a turn off. I had to ask for toast and coffee and the reception I got off the lady wasnt pleasant. Dont be surprised by anything, while eating breakfast a lady came and helped herself to some of our fruit salad and the coffee I just got!…
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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€5 for a tiny take away chocolate brownie today … sure fire way to turn off tourists. Such a shame for a lovely location . If you are a hostel charge hostel prices; if you are a premium venue charge a premium
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Went for lunch at Bruno’s after a lovely scenic walk from the ferry. There were 5 of us, 2 adults and 3 children. Chicken soup was nice but more of a broth, and the Hawaiian burger was tasty but small and had no accompanying salad or chips as you’d expect. Staff were friendly and it’s a fine location; close to the excellent Cow and Silver strands. The issue I have with this place is the value for money. €6 for the broth and €7 for a burger was exhorbitant and was taking full advantage of the fact that there is literally nowhere else to eat on Sherkin on a Wednesday. It has a great relaxed atmosphere about it but I would also recommend a bit of a tidy up and reorganising the seating/tables area to allow more people to comfortably eat indoors.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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We stayed here only for 1 night to trial run camping !! From arriving to leaving we had an amazing stay. We were shown our camping area by a lovely blond lady (so sorry I didn’t remember your name !) & all amenities explained to us. There are showers / bathrooms and a kitchen where you can cook. There’s also fridges and freezers to store your drinks / foods which is super handy. There is a cafe on site called Brunos which serves breakfast lunch and dinner to residents. Some other residents were raving about the food they had previously and they weren’t wrong ! Breakfast was family style service and was delicious - plenty of everything and always checked on to see did we want more. The pancake things ? Recipe please !!!!!! Breakfast was €12. Jean the lady serving us was a gem - such a lovely lady and so friendly and always addressed us by our names. There were so many people and she seemed to know everyone’s name ! Everything from getting a mallet for putting up our tent to finding pain killers - nothing was too much bother for her. We had the grilled cheese and tomatoe toasty for lunch and I can’t explain how yummy it was. I know it’s just a toastie but there was something extra on it - herbs or something to make it just that bit extra special. Dinner the night before was served at 7pm and was a delicious curry / dessert and tea/coffee for €25. Everyone gets served at 7pm. So so worth it as we weren’t seasoned campers so didn’t bring any food with us. I wasn’t expecting much but honestly it was the best vegetarian meal I’ve ever had. The Caribbean curry needs to be boxed and sold its that yummy - the salsa stuff served with it was yummy. Calli served us dinner and I felt like I was at a 5* resort not a campsite. Honestly such amazing service. They have variety of accommodation options - bell tents - camping - little lodges with either bunk beds or Double beds all en-suite and depending on your requirements. I can’t remember exactly what the prices were for lodges but i do remember they were great value! It’s a location that can suit all types of people. We got the bus/taxi service to and from the ferry as it’s about 40 min walk. Honestly- give this place a visit :) it’s so pretty / so relaxed and so homely all at the same time. The staff here are amazing and I can’t wait to come back (I’ll have to make sure my trip aligns with the Caribbean curry night !!)…
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Fabulous camping experience at Northshore. The hospitality was spot on with excellent customer care at the forefront of each staff member I met..Cali, Gene, Daniel, Alex...the list goes on. (I hope I got all names correct). The food and charming service was amazing. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend should you have the pleasure of having the chance to stay on the beautiful sherkin island! Can't wait to return.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We visited Sherkin yesterday I was with my mother and 2 sons. After the long walk from the ferry we were happy to reach the cafe and looking forward to nice coffee and sit and enjoy the view. However we were greeted at the door by the rudest man ever it was so off putting. While preparing the food I witnessed this man picking food to eat himself from the food ge was preparing 🤢. Its over priced for what you get. It was so disappointing not to be greeted with a smile the cafe has such potential but is messy overpriced and run by a very rude man!
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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There is nothing to compare north shore to relaxed great company there great great food amazing location fantastic vibe very cool and relaxed hard to find such a try lovely combination I can't recommend this place enough The food really tops it off as an amazing relaxed place
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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IrelandProvince of MunsterCounty CorkSherkin Island
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sherkin North Shore
Which popular attractions are close to Sherkin North Shore?
Nearby attractions include Baltimore Beacon (3.5 km), Cape Clear Island (7.0 km), and Sherkin Island (3.9 km).
What food & drink options are available at Sherkin North Shore?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Sherkin North Shore?
Conveniently located restaurants include Casey's of Baltimore, Bushe's Bar, and Rolfs.
Are there any historical sites close to Sherkin North Shore?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Abbeystrewry Graveyard (13.1 km).