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Riverside retreat with rustic charm and a history of novels and exploration

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Timoleague, Cork
  • Place, Timoleague Abbey
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Michael Collins Centre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Kilbrittain Whale
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cork (ORK)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Riverside retreat with rustic charm and a history of novels and exploration

The Old mill was brought back to life by the explorer and writer Tim Severin in 1990. He lived in Lodge 1 for many years and wrote numerous novels from his office across the way. It offers simple living with the Irish warmth of a woodburning stove, a perfect place to share a drink with friends or observe the wildlife in the meander down by the river.

For those who like to fish, you have direct access to the Argideen River, rated one of the best sea trout rivers in south-west Ireland, a great place to test your skill with a fly. Licenses for the river can be provided as well as details for national licenses to cover your stay.

The Wild Atlantic Way can be reached in a couple of minutes with a trip into Timoleague and it's famous Abbey, from there you can visit some of Irelands spectacular beaches or soak up some live music in Cloakilty or Kinsale.

Property Details:
The two storey property offers open plan living / kitchen area and large conservatory. and sleeps up to 6 across 2 bedrooms.

- Downstairs:
Good sized kitchen including dishwasher and prep bar opening onto the main living / dining area with newly fitted woodburning stove.
Interconnecting conservatory with further dining and comfortable seating leading to the main shower room with large walk-in shower, basin and toilet.

- Upstairs:
Master bedroom sleeps 2 with standard double bed, dressing table and wardrobe.
Bedroom 2 sleeps 4 with two sets of adult sized single bunkbeds with drawers and wardrobe.
Bathroom 1 - Unique deep soak (upright) bath with overhead shower, basin and toilet.

Outside:
- Shared access to:
Front courtyard and Laundry Room containing 2 washing machines and dryers. Rear patio area with picnic benches and free roaming across the field / meadow down to the river area at rear.

- Security cameras:
As we are often away, there are 4 external cameras on the site to help monitor and maintain the site. These are 'always on and recording' cameras (video & audio) looking from:
- lodge 1 across the courtyard towards the other site buildings.
- the bungalow far corner towards all four lodges.
- the end of the bungalow down the meadow to the river.
- the rear of lodge 4 to the meadow.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Timoleague Abbey. You'll find features like laundry facilities. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a car charging station, and a living plant wall
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Timoleague Abbey and 8 minutes from Michael Collins Centre
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Living plant wall
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please see our detailed checkout instructions for sorting rubbish, recycling and glass under our Welcome Guide.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Quiet hours - As we have other tenants in adjoining buildings we ask that noise be kept down between 23:00 to 07:00, especially in the conservatory.
Pets - Not allowed upstairs or on furnishings. Owners are responsible for clearing up any fouling in the grounds outside / keeping pets under control.
The Lodges operate on a closed septic tank, please dispose of sanitary products in the bins provided. Please do not flush such items down the toilet.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: To be kept downstairs and in conservatory at night

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: No stair gates cupboard locks and other protection

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Riverside retreat with rustic charm and a history of novels and exploration Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great few days here relaxing and enjoying the local area. Loved having a wood burning stove and a spacious living and cooking area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C., Bellevue, WA

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful, comfortable and lovely

We so enjoyed our stay. The space had everything we needed to be comfortable, and we especially appreciated the solarium for quiet mornings and sunsets. Great launchpad for exploring the area, like the beautiful beaches, Timoleague Abbey, and the towns nearby (we made it to Kinsale, Clonakilty and Courtmacsherry). Delightful dinner at Monk’s Lane. If you’re lucky, you’ll also meet a charming little guy named Tommy — a confident doggy host who was ready to make friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany C.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable holiday in beautiful setting

A peaceful, beautiful location and we enjoyed the historic property. Well furnished, good kitchen supplies and we appreciated that there was heating on in the downstairs bathroom to dry our towels. We were not able to find a tin opener which would have been useful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Quiet Spot

We had a lovely time and the place was clean, quiet and well kept. Comfortable beds and plenty of space for our 3 kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inke G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great and cosy accomodation!

Our family really enjoyed our time here. Would recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024