[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Country Retreat - Ideal for Touring ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66390000/66382600/66382589/w1536h864x1y0-a4404abd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66390000/66382600/66382589/980c55d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66390000/66382600/66382589/162993d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66390000/66382600/66382589/1eeeea40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66390000/66382600/66382589/1a2506b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the heart of Munster, Ivy Bridge is surrounded by panoramic countryside views and offers a unique blend of traditional charm and modern conveniences. Explore Blarney Castle, Killarney's lakes, Bunratty Castle and folk park or visit Kinsale for its renowned restaurants and marina. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Country Retreat - Ideal for Touring This property is surrounded by panoramic countryside views. The house combines traditional features with modern conveniences. Located in the cross roads of Munster, Ivy Bridge is ideal for touring the South of Ireland. Why not visit Blarney Castle where you can kiss the stone, or Killarney with its lakes and Ladies View made famous when Queen Victoria and her ladies stopped to overlook the world famous lakes. Bunratty Castle and folk park, County Clare is within easy driving distance as is Kinsale. This historic town is renowned for its restaurants and marina. Fota wild life park and House is a 45 min drive as is Cobh, with its heritage centre and Cathedral. This town was the last port of call for the ill fated Titanic. Wifi credit extra £9 Cleaning £54 Refundable damage deposit £134 Booking Notes: Please note the SERVICE FEE charged by the billing company is a fee to cover website costs by HomeAway. Wifi is charged extra 10 euro per week. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi (surcharge) ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Golf - Golfing nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111840000/111830500/111830459/22b1e217.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Four bedroom country cottage with scenic views Mallow - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=111830459&PinnedHotelID=111830459&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, oven, dishwasher, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96410000/96403700/96403635/ea4258cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Private House. 10 mins drive to City Centre & Blarney Castle. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Retreat Ideal For Touring Cork Country Retreat Ideal for Touring Country Retreat - Ideal for Touring CORK Country Retreat - Ideal for Touring Cottage Country Retreat - Ideal for Touring Cottage CORK ## About the area [Visit our Europe travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Europe.dx6022967) [View more Cottages in Europe](https://www.expedia.ca/Europe-Cottages.d6022967-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.05574%2C-8.60713&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lTU4ccz7wtHmSzDVSKkY75WwV6o=) CORK, CO ### What's nearby - Blarney Castle - 15 min drive - 18.4 km - Blarney Stone - 15 min drive - 18.4 km - Cork City Gaol - 19 min drive - 25.0 km - English Market - 20 min drive - 26.1 km - University College Cork - 21 min drive - 25.7 km ### Getting around - Mallow Station - 9 min drive - Cork Airport (ORK) - 34 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Gallery - ‬10 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Albert's - ‬10 min drive - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min drive - ‪Mr Kebab - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Country Retreat - Ideal for Touring pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Country Retreat - Ideal for Touring? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Country Retreat - Ideal for Touring? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Country Retreat - Ideal for Touring located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of The Farm Grenagh, Ballinamona Golf Course, and Mallow Castle. The Clock House and Spa House are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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