Island View House

Knockanroe, Castletownbere, Ireland – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.1/10! <small>(score from <b>580</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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Island View House

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Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
580 reviews

Situated on the Wild Atlantic Way in Castletownbere, the family-run Island View House offers free WiFi access throughout and free onsite parking. This modern house features panoramic views of Beara. With prior arrangement, hikes and walks can be arranged. Each room includes a TV and a work desk. Featuring a shower, the private bathrooms also include a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests are welcome to relax in the lounge, which overlooks the harbour and offers tea and coffee making facilities with biscuits. In the mornings, Island View House offers a seasonal breakfast menu. The area is popular for hiking and 22 km away guests can find the cable cars to explore Dursey Island. With a garden, Island View House is ideal for exploring Ireland's south west coastline. Guests can enjoy boat trips to Valencia Island and Skellig Island.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
9.2
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Karen
    Ireland Ireland
    “Perfection location for our trip to Castletownbere. Our room was spotless, lovely continental breakfast there was plenty to eat. Short walking distance to the Main Street. Denis the owner was lovely and very easy to deal with”
  • Kathy
    Australia Australia
    “It was clean and comfortable and the shower was amazing fantastic water pressure and Dennis the host was so lovely couldn’t fault it. Perfect for our short stay . Kathy”
  • Kay
    Ireland Ireland
    “Hosts were so friendly. Room was spotless and really comfy bed too”

Property surroundings

Facilities of Island View House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Irish

    House rules
    Island View House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 20:30
    Check-out
    From 07:30 to 10:30
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestro Cash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Island View House

    • The prices at Island View House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Island View House is 250 yards from the centre of Castletownbere. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Island View House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Walking tours
      • Horse riding

    • Yes, Island View House is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Room options at Island View House include:

      • Double
      • Twin

    • Check-in at Island View House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.