other travellers have booked this property

Dunowen House, Clonakilty - Historic Country House, Sleeps up to 23

1 of 20Cathedral Room with free-standing bath

Overview

Manor House -

6 Bedrooms , 8 Bathrooms , Sleeps 14

Clonakilty, County Cork

Send to a friend

Luxury on the Wild Atlantic Way, West Cork.
Originally built in 1771 for Colonel George Sandes the house was famously the home for 30 years of Noel Redding, bass guitarist for The Jimi Hendrix Experience and Clonakilty music hero. Over the last number of years it has been lovingly renovated and restored to its former glory and with many reminders of its illustrious past still on view.
Dunowen House is in the unspoilt village of Ardfield, with secluded Sands Cove private beach 5 minutes walk from the door and close to magnificent Galley Head lighthouse. The bustling market town of Clonakilty is only 5km away, with Kinsale a 45 minute drive to the east and Bantry the same distance to the west.
Dunowen is perfectly located to explore all that magnificent West Cork has to offer including the Wild Atlantic Way, golfing, surfing, fishing, wha... Read more

Listing #HL154467

About the Owner

Kela H

Languages spoken:English

Response Rate:100%

Response Time:Within a few hours

Interaction with guests:

Owners Kela & Stephen Hodgins live in the renovated Coach House on the grounds of Dunowen House. Guests are welcomed on arrival, given a tour of Dunowen House and shown how everything works. Kela & Stephen are on hand for any queries, assistance or recommendations if required but far enough away that guests have complete privacy during their stay. Kela & Stephen also offer additional catering services, with Dinner Parties being most popular with guests. These must be booked in advance. Additional cleaning services can also be provided if required.

See more properties

Reviews from our community

Write a ReviewReviews (129)

1 - 3 of 129 reviews

Killian1973

Dublin, Ireland

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

West Cork

We had a really great time in Orchard Cottage, Dunowen House, Ardfield. The area is steeped in Irish Revolutionary history, the beaches are fantastic, the landscapes beautiful. Recommendations for pubs and restaurants were bang and the retreat that is Dunowen House is worth the the...More

Thank Killian1973

Thank you Killian for your great review - delighted you took our advice on where to dine, Pilgrims in Rosscarbery is really one of the best restaurants in Ireland! Hopefully we will get to see you all again in the future. Best wishes, Kela &...More

famillefr

Paris, France

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

A WONDERFUL STAY

We stay one week in Orchard Cottage. We loved it : the home feeling, the coziness, the design. It's a beautiful cottage in a lovely landscape . Above all, the warm welcoming of Kela and Stephen and all the little attentions they had made us...More

Thank famillefr

Such a lovely review from a lovely family! Delighted you all enjoyed your stay at Orchard Cottage and hopefully we will see you back again in the future! Best wishes, Kela & Stephen

See more reviews

richardmA1412EI

Philadelphia

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Fabulous home, great hosts, amazing location

We had a wonderful week in Dunowen that doubled as a work retreat, as well as family and friend reunion. The house is spectacular and Kela and Stephen are gracious hosts. There is so much to see and experience in this part of the country...More

Thank richardmA1412EI

Thank you so much Richard, family & friends for such lovely feedback. It was our pleasure to have you all here and delighted you got to make the most of our wonderful local food & scenery during your stay. Best wishes, Kela & Stephen

Previous Next

1 2 3 4 5 6 …43

Amenities

Balcony or Terrace
Blender
Books
Cable/satellite TV
Central Heating
Cooker
Cots:(1)
Dining Seats (18)
Dishwasher
Double Beds:(1)
Dryer
DVD Player
En Suite Rooms (6)
Fireplace
Freezer
Game Room

Grill
Hairdryer
Half Baths (2)
Highchair
Internet Access
Iron
Kettle
King Beds:(1)
Linens Provided
Living Room Seats (18)
Local Guides/Maps
Microwave
Ocean Views
Outdoor Dining Area
Paper Towels Provided
Patio

Playground
Private Garden
Queen Beds:(5)
Refrigerator
Safe
Secure Parking
Single Beds:(4)
Stereo System
Suitable For Children Under 5
Swingset
Toaster
Towels Provided
TV
Washer
Wi-Fi

House rules

Kid-friendly

Pets not allowed

Smoking not allowed

Check in: 4:00 PM

Check out: 11:00 AM

Bathrooms

2 Half baths

6 Attached (ensuite)

Bedrooms

1 Full

5 Queens

1 King

1 Crib

4 Twins

Availability

Show Rates

Rates

Rates are calculated based on the latest information provided. Please contact the manager/owner to confirm actual rates for your requested dates.

Select the number of guests

Dates	Min stay	Weeknight	Weekend night	Per week
Default	2 nights	€550	€1,000	€3,200
2 Sep 2018 - 26 Oct 2018 Autumn 2018	2 nights	€500	€1,000	€3,200
27 Oct 2018 - 21 Dec 2018	2 nights	€550	€1,000	€3,200
22 Dec 2018 - 6 Jan 2019 Christmas / New Year	5 nights	€750	--	--
7 Jan 2019 - 19 Apr 2019	2 nights	€550	--	€3,200
20 Apr 2019 - 26 Apr 2019 Easter 2019	5 nights	€550	--	--
27 Apr 2019 - 31 May 2019	2 nights	€550	€1,000	--
1 Jun 2019 - 13 Jul 2019 Earlier Summer 2019	7 nights	--	--	€3,600
14 Jul 2019 - 31 Aug 2019 High Summer	7 nights	--	--	€3,900
Default	2 nights	€550	€1,000	€3,200
2 Sep 2018 - 26 Oct 2018 Autumn 2018	2 nights	€500	€1,000	€3,200
27 Oct 2018 - 21 Dec 2018	2 nights	€550	€1,000	€3,200
22 Dec 2018 - 6 Jan 2019 Christmas / New Year	5 nights	€750	--	--
7 Jan 2019 - 19 Apr 2019	2 nights	€600	--	€3,550
20 Apr 2019 - 26 Apr 2019 Easter 2019	5 nights	€550	--	--
27 Apr 2019 - 31 May 2019	2 nights	€550	€1,000	--
1 Jun 2019 - 13 Jul 2019 Earlier Summer 2019	7 nights	--	--	€3,600
14 Jul 2019 - 31 Aug 2019 High Summer	7 nights	--	--	€3,900
Default	2 nights	€550	€1,000	€3,200
2 Sep 2018 - 26 Oct 2018 Autumn 2018	2 nights	€500	€1,000	€3,200
27 Oct 2018 - 21 Dec 2018	2 nights	€550	€1,000	€3,200
22 Dec 2018 - 6 Jan 2019 Christmas / New Year	5 nights	€750	--	--
7 Jan 2019 - 19 Apr 2019	2 nights	€650	--	€3,900
20 Apr 2019 - 26 Apr 2019 Easter 2019	5 nights	€550	--	--
27 Apr 2019 - 31 May 2019	2 nights	€550	€1,000	--
1 Jun 2019 - 13 Jul 2019 Earlier Summer 2019	7 nights	--	--	€3,600
14 Jul 2019 - 31 Aug 2019 High Summer	7 nights	--	--	€3,900

View all periods

Please note: rates may have been converted from the original local currency to Euros and are approximate rates that may change due to exchange rate fluctuation. Please contact the manager to confirm actual rates for your requested dates.

Additional Rate and Availability Information

PLEASE NOTE THE PRICES SHOWN ARE FOR RENTAL OF THE WHOLE HOUSE AND NOT PER PERSON PRICES.

Discounts on late availability (short notice) can be facilitated. October - April inclusive, for stays of more than 2 nights, additional metered standard electricity charges will apply.

Hide Rates

Map

About the neighbourhood

Whether you are seeking an activity filled break (fishing, sailing, surfing, horse riding, golfing) or just want to get away from it all and chill in a beautiful tranquil setting close to some amazing beach and cliff walks set amongst some of West Cork's most stunning scenery - Dunowen House offers everything. Set in 4 acres of landscaped gardens, with mature trees Dunowen offers total seclusion and privacy. Only 500 yards from Sands Cove beach and within easy reaching distance of Red Strand, Galley Head lighthouse and Long Strand the only problem you will have will be deciding which beach to or cove to visit. Vibrant Clonakilty town is 10 minutes drive & hosts numerous music festivals, traditional Irish pubs, shops and restaurants.

Getting around

A car is necessary when staying at Dunowen as there is no public transport to the house. There are local taxi services available for evening trips into Clonakilty or other nearby towns.

Access

Car recommended

How to get there

We are located 1 hours drive from Cork Airport and 40 minutes drive from Cork/Swansea ferry

Activities nearby

Fishing Nearby, There Is A Golf Course Within 30 Mins Drive, Horse Riding Nearby, There Are Tennis Courts Nearby, Watersports Nearby, Nearest Beach: 0.5 km.

About this property

How do I know if the property is available?

How can I contact the owner?

How will the owner contact me?

What if I don't hear back from the owner?

How do I pay?

Is my payment insured in any way?

View all property FAQs

Still can't find what you're looking for?