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Valley View House

bantry, county cork, county cork
  • 6 guests
  • 3 beds
  • 3 bathrooms
  • No pets

Description

Perfect for Family Stays or Small Groups.

Valley View House, nestled in the heart of the beautiful Mealagh Valley, in the peaceful townland of Dromsullivan, is just 10 10-minute drive northeast of Bantry town in West Cork. The south-facing property offers breath-taking views of the Valley and is the perfect scenic rural retreat — ideal for nature lovers, walkers, hikers, cyclists, photographers, writers, stargazers, and families looking for a quiet base but with easy access to town.

The lovingly restored two-storey former farmhouse displays its majestic original stonework, bringing it up to date with a modernised, delightful open-plan kitchen /dining and living room area, along with a wet room and WC on the ground floor level. Upstairs offers a choice of three bedrooms, a generously sized bedroom with a king-size bed and a modern en-suite, a large-sized bedroom also with a king-size bed and a third bedroom consisting of two twin beds, alongside a bathroom with a large walk-in shower.

The Mealagh Valley is one of West Cork’s best-kept secrets — a peaceful, ancient, and scenic rural area, it is a perfect base for visitors seeking nature, history, solitude, and an authentic taste of Ireland’s quiet countryside. It is well known for its historical and prehistoric sites of interest, including standing stones, a 5 stone circle, stone rows, and an Ogham inscribed stone near the river. The Mealagh River, rising on the slopes of Nowen Hill, meanders gently through the valley in a south-westerly direction it enters Bantry Bay near Ballylickey. Within the valley, there is an abundance of rich green farmland, interspersed with pockets of woodland, blanket bog, diverse hedgerows, and wild-flower-filled verges. The valley is a walker’s paradise, offering options of peaceful country roads, unmarked trails, hillwalking combining ancient sites, forest edges, and panoramic views across Bantry Bay. It is rich in wildlife, and on your walks, you may see foxes, badgers, hares, herons, and even otters if you are lucky.

Nearby Bantry is a vibrant, walkable harbour town full of history, creativity, great restaurants, and natural beauty. It makes a perfect hub for anyone interested in a mix of outdoor adventure, local culture, food, and coastal charm. When staying at the Valley View House, you are just a 10-minute drive to Bantry House & Gardens (beautiful views over the bay), Bantry Market (Fridays), Bantry Bay activities including kayaking and paddle-boarding, whale and dolphin watching tours, sea angling and boat trips. Bantry enjoys a rich cultural, festival and music heritage which includes the West Cork Chamber Music Festival (June/July), Masters of Tradition (August) – a world-class Irish traditional music festival, as well as year-round live music in pubs like Ma Murphy’s, JJ Crowley’s, The Anchor Bar and The Mariner Bar. Excellent choice of local restaurant’s including The Donemark West (booking in advance essential), The Fish Kitchen, The Snug, and Organico Café.

Valley View House is the perfect base for day trips including Whiddy Island (quick ferry for a relaxed island escape, walking, picnicking, pint at the Bank House bar); Sheep’s Head Peninsula (fantastic for hiking, cliffs, lighthouses, and peace); Beara Peninsula (for dramatic drives, mountain passes, and the Dursey Island cable car; Mizen Peninsula (beaches, charming villages, seafood restaurants, stunning coastal walks); Glengarriff & Garnish Island (boat trips, sub-tropical gardens, hikes).

Valley View House is the perfect base for a family getaway in County Cork. Note: This property can be booked with Ref 1173254, together sleeping up to eight guests.


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Everything you'll need

  • Wifi
  • Baby Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pets Not Allowed

What guests are saying

5.0
Based on 13 reviews
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Spacious - for us as a couple it was more than adequate.

Superb location. On hill overlooking the beautiful Mealaugh ? valley Very tranquil. Excellent base for exploring a stunningly beautiful area full of history and varied landscapes Hostess Caroline very kind and helpful. Would be happy to stay here again

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SheenahOct 2026

A fantastic house in a wonderful location.

They’ve thought of everything you could possibly wish for. The landlords are very friendly, especially their dog Lucy! We’d recommend this house to anyone looking to holiday in this area.

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PeterJul 2026

What an absolutely lovely cottage.

The beds and sofas were super comfy, the views were stunning and we had everything we needed. We loved the way the cottage has been renovated - it has been done thoughtfully, tastefully and in an environmentally friendly way. Caroline, our host, was really helpful and welcoming - all in all we had a brilliant week!

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JanetJun 2026

Good to know

House Rules

  • Good housekeeping bond

    This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of €300

  • Smoking

    Not permitted

Stay Information

  • Check-in / Check-out

    16:00 / 10:00

  • Property ref

    1173252

  • Parking

    Private Driveway, Off Road Parking

Guest & Pet Policy

  • Pets

    Not allowed

  • Children

    Children and infants welcome

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