Brook Cottage
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Overview
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
5 guests
Minimum stay varies
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Cottage
Brook Cottage is a 150 year old cottage in the Burren with a small stream running next to it (hence the name). It is located down a quite country lane for added peacefulness. Tastefully restored to the highest standards this cottage comprises of 2 bedrooms, a traditional sitting room with a stove & modern kitchen/dining. Just 8-10 minute walk from the the village of Kilfenora. Kilfenora is the home of the world renowned Kilfenora Ceili band. Brook Cottage is an ideal touring base for seeing all Co. Clare has to offer. Lahinch is just 15 minute drive away. The wold famous Cliffs of Moher is just 20 minutes drive. Other tourist attractions such as the Ailwee Caves and the Burren National Park as also very close. <BR>
House Rules
Pets not allowedKid friendlyNo smoking
Bedrooms
1 Double1 Single
Bathrooms
1 Full bath1 Attached (ensuite)
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Don -:- Washington, DC
A secluded cottage near The Burren!
Only a few minutes drive from Kilfenora, the cottage sits at the end of a little lane and is very private and comfortable. The property is well maintained, well appointed, and has all the creature comforts necessary for a holiday. We've used this cottage twice for two-week vacations, doing day trips along the coast of Clare and hiking on The Burren. The owners take pride in their property, and make sure their guests are comfortable. Always just a phone call away, they are always available, but never intrusive.
Visited October 2011
Written 15 June 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Hello Don & Ruth. Many thanks for your lovely review of Brook Cottage. It really is heart warming to get such wonderful comments and know that our guests are relaxed and content during their stay. Best wishes to you both. PJ&Margaret
Written 15 June 2012. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Angus Byrne -:- Chopwell
A great location and a great cottage.
We've been here twice now and are certain to return. Maragret and PJ are excellent hosts. The area is beautiful and intruguing. Don't miss staying here.
Visited May 2012
Written 15 June 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Hi Angus. We really appreciate your positive comments and we are delighted that you enjoyed your holiday at Brook Cottage. Looking forward to having you fack again soon. Regards to Janet. Regards PJ&Margaret.
Written 15 June 2012. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Mel & Brian -:- Derbyshire, UK
Superb Holiday Experience
Brook Cottage is a superb, lovingly and sympathetically restored traditional Irish cottage. Within walking distance of Kilfenora village centre (~10 minutes), the cottage is set in its own private and secluded grounds, off a sleepy country lane.
Margaret and PJ are clearly passionate about the cottage and the enjoyment of their guests; they met us personally upon arrival and departure. We have visited several times already and will do so again soon.
Brook Cottage, coupled with the outstanding beauty of The Burren, makes for a superb holiday experience. The thing we like best is the privacy; the thing we like least is having to leave!
Visited June 2011
Written 16 June 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Hi Melissa and Brian. Thanks for the wonderful comment. We are delighted you enjoy the cottage so much. Looking forward to seeing you both again soon. Best wishes. Margaret & PJ.
Written 16 June 2012. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Steffen & Carola -:- Halle, Germany
beautiful cottage in the quiet irish countryside
We stayed twice in Brook Cottage and spent in all about 7 wonderful weeks there. Since we have been here first in 2007 we love this peaceful place so much. Margaret and PJ are very nice people and we were very friendly welcomed.
The old traditional but well restored cottage itself is charming and tastefully furnished. The kitchen is very well equipped and the lounge with its fireplace is nice and comfortable. We also liked very much the large outside area with trees and the lawn. It's lovely and perfect for relaxing in the quiet Irish countryside.
The house is conveniently located to explore the Burren and the stunning atlantic coast. We also made a longer trip up to Connemara. In the evenings we often enjoyed a pint and the Irish music in the pubs of the villages surrounding. When we returned to the cottage at night, we felt like as if we were coming home...
Visited June 2010
Written 22 June 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Hi Steffen and Carola. Thank you for you lovely comments they are much appreciated. Hope you are both keeping well and looking forward to seeing you both in 2013.
Written 22 June 2012. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Mary S
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" The most beautiful cottage i ever stayed in"
PJ and Margaret are what you call the perfect hosts. We arrived to the village of Kilfenora on a Saturday afternoon where we met PJ and Margaret who kindly escorted us to Brook Cottage, just minutes from Kilfenora village. The cottage is situated down a quiet peaceful avenue. Its like a part of heaven. The cottage is cozy, comfortable and really homely. We brought our kids with us. Usually we find it hard to entertain them, but the cottage has all you want to keep them happy. It has a stream running along the back of the cottage, a play area and a little area with trees which gives it that fairly tale feel. We are from the city and if I were asked would I move to the country after staying here, I would in a heart beat. If you are one for eating out, Irish music and few pints Kilfenora has all of that. The Cliffs of Moher, The Burren, Lahinch all near by. What more can you want. PJ and Margaret see you again in August.
Visited June 2011 Travelled with family
Written 22 June 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Hello Mary,
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay in Brook Cottage. Looking forward to meeting you again in august.
Best regards,
Margaret & P.J
Written 22 June 2012. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Mary S
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A home from home! A great place to stay!
We have been to the cottage twice so far and we absolutely love it. The cottage is just as advertised probably even better. The kids love the open space, the little stream and the little forest (as they call it).
Margaret and PJ make you feel most welcome and the cottage really has everything you need.
We would have no problem recommending this cottage, I tell everyone whose willing to listen, all about it. We'll definitely be back.
Visited July 2012
Written 1 November 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Thanks very much Edel for your review. Glad you enjoyed your stays with us and hope to see you again soon. Pass on our best wishes to the rest of your family.
Regards,
Margaret.
Written 1 November 2012. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Mary S
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A verdant oasis at the foothills of the Burren
This beautiful cottage is nestled in a quiet valley at the foothills of the Burren, just a mile up the road from Main Street, Kilfenora. We've been fortunate enough to stay at Brook Cottage three times over two trips. Each time, it feels more like home. The owners have made the cottage very cozy and home-like with details you don't think to have until you need them. The very large fireplace in the comfortable sitting room was stoked with a roaring turf fire each time we checked in and a basket of turf and briquettes were provided for future evening fires. There are plenty of books and brochures of local history and sites in the sitting room. The home has a convenient washer/dryer combo unit suitable for light loads, if needs be. The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes, pots, pans, cooking tools, teal boiler, French press, full-sized refrigerator and automatic dishwasher, as well. The master bedroom is ensuite and includes plenty of room for clothing and accessories. The bed is squeeky, but not too uncomfortable. The second bedroom has a double and single beds and places for unpacked clothes. The main bathroom is large by Irish standards and includes a full bathtub with shower enclosure. Remember to bring your own bath and hand towels as they are not provided! Electrics and oil heating are charged separately and can be expensive if not monitored. Located at the end of a private road and very private. Outside the cottage is a large parking area. The cottage is surrounded by beautiful fields. The property has it's own brook with bridge (hence the name)that runs around two sides of the cottage. Ocassionally, you will see a bovine neighbor happily munching away in the fields. Kilfenora village is just a mile down the road and is easily walkable. Many pubs on the Main Street will give you a warm welcome to Kilfenora, as well! All in all, one of our favorite places to stay in all of Ireland--we always look forward to winding down our trip at Brook Cottage and Kilfenora.
Visited October 2011
Written 17 January 2013. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Hi Karen & Scott,
Thanks a million for your lovely review. Glad you enjoyed each of your stays a Brook Cottage so much. Hope to see you back again soon. Give my best regards to Scott.
Regards,
Margaret & P.J
Written 17 January 2013. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Corinna961
Villasimius, Italy2 contributions
We loved this cottage and our holiday in Ireland
We've been to Clare a few times and love the Burren: this cottage was ideally sited - a lovely peaceful country 10 mins walk from Kilfenora and we were able to reach the Burren and the sea easily. We were given a warm and helpful welcome, and the cottage was spacious, well equipped and made a lovely home for us; comfy beds, good showers. easy to work heating, lovely fire in the hearth etc. We were surrounded by wild flowers, birdsong, even 3 hares! I would definitely come back and stay here again and I can wholeheartedly recommend it.
Visited May 2013
Written 2 June 2013. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Hi Corina, Tony & Joe,
Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to meet you all, and we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Brook Cottage. Looking forward to seeing you again soon. Margaret & PJ
Written 2 June 2013. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Corinna961
Villasimius, Italy2 contributions
Warm welcome in a beautiful setting
Brook Cottage is a comfortable and well equipped cottage in a lovely, peaceful location. We couldn't have had a warmer welcome from Margaret and PJ. We were there for the Kilfenora Music festival and really enjoyed the music and craic. The Burren is a unique landscape with lots of history. Don't miss the megalithic tombs. Kilfenora was also the place where a lot of the "Father Ted" series was filmed and fans can take tea at the priests' house (actually a farm) by prior arrangement. The heating and electricity - paid for separately at the end of the stay - was expensive, although the rental was very reasonable for the high standard of the accomodation.
Visited April 2012
Written 7 June 2013. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Hello Norma and Barry. Thank you for your review. Hope you are both in good health. Looking forward to seeing you back in Brook Cottage again soon. Margaret and PJ.
Written 7 June 2013. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Corinna961
Villasimius, Italy2 contributions
Taste some real Irish hospitality at Brook Cottage
Brook Cottage is a perfect base to explore the Burren and the delights of north Clare. Walking distance from Kilfenora, it's a comfortable spot with all the facilities you could ask for. The cottage is in a quiet and peaceful hollow with a pretty brook burbling past. You'll have hopeful visits from the neighbour's friendly Jack Russell and get to talk to the donkey in the field by the drive. The owners are delightful people to boot and couldn't be more helpful. Can't recommend this too highly -it's a gem! We had a brilliant week here.
Visited April 2013
Written 16 June 2013. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Hello Greg and Tricia. We are delighted to have met you both. Thank you for your warm comments we are delighted you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again sometime. Best Wishes. Margaret and PJ.
Written 16 June 2013. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
What this rental offers
Living spaces
- Highchair
Outdoor amenities
- Private yard
- Patio
Things to do
- Fishing spots available
- Cycling areas
Location info
- Kid friendly
- Beachfront/Lakeside
Kitchen and dining
- Cooker
- Grill
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Kettle
- Toaster
Bathroom and laundry
- Washer
- Dryer
- Towels provided
- Iron
- Linens provided
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Television
Nearby
- Golf course (within 30 mins drive)
- Hiking areas
- Countryside area
- Horse riding facilities
Parking
- Parking available
- Secure parking available
Indoor amenities
- Central heating
- Fireplace
Map
Getting there
Dublin Airport
202.6 km
Shannon Airport
37.5 km
Restaurants
The Roadside Tavern
7.2 km
Vaughan's Pub
12 min
Sheedy's Hotel & Restaurant
7.1 km
Rathbaun Hotel
7.1 km
Attractions
Caherconnell Stone Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations
7.3 km • Historic Sites
Burren way
6 km • Hiking Trails
The Burren
7.9 km • Geologic Formations
Poulnabrone Dolmen
7.9 km • Historic Sites
Access
Car advised
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Horse riding facilities
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brook Cottage
- Brook Cottage is able to accommodate up to 5 guests. See all property details.
- Brook Cottage has 2 bathrooms available. See all property details.
- Brook Cottage has 2 bedrooms available. See all property details.
- Stays at Brook Cottage must last at least 7 nights. See all property details.