The Brown Hen West Cork

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Parking available
Barbecue grill
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Outdoor space

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Bandon, Cork

West Cork Heritage Centre
‪6 min drive‬
Bandon Golf Club
‪8 min drive‬
Castle Bernard
‪9 min drive‬
Cork (ORK)
‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Renew your mind, body and spirit in this beautiful Self Catering home near Bandon & Kinsale in West Cork, just a 25 minute drive from Cork airport.

The house is bright, welcoming and homely, with two double bedrooms, ensuite, bathroom, a very well equipped kitchen and a comfortable sitting and dining room ... a home from home !

It is a peaceful and relaxing spot to rest after touring the area.

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00 353 86 1677094

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English

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Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Mountain view

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Washer
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Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking is only allowed outside of the property

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bandon

Located in Bandon, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Castle Bernard and Timoleague Abbey are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Warrenscourt Wood and Inchydoney Island Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Lusitania Memorial Garden, or check out an event or a game at Kinsale Rugby Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bandon, Cork

What's nearby

West Cork Heritage Centre - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
Bandon Golf Club - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
Castle Bernard - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
University College Cork - 28 min drive - 32.0 km
Cork City Gaol - 29 min drive - 33.1 km

Getting around

Cork Kent Station - 48 min drive
Cork Airport (ORK) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

‪Warren Allen Coffee - ‬6 min drive
‪The Poachers Inn - ‬5 min drive
‪Billies Fast Food - ‬7 min drive
‪Bayleaf Bistro - ‬5 min drive
‪The Copper Grove - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Brown Hen West Cork pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Brown Hen West Cork?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Brown Hen West Cork?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Brown Hen West Cork located?

This family-friendly Bandon cottage is located by the sea, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from West Cork Heritage Centre, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bandon Golf Club and Castle Bernard. Kilbrittain Whale and Timoleague Abbey are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

G C.

11 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place to stay

A wonderful place with brilliant views, surrounded by ample countryside. Gwyneth was the best host one could ask for, very friendly and helpful throughout my stay and indeed for both settling in and heading out. The place was lovely to stay in, featuring every utility you could desire, and felt very welcoming and comfortable as almost a home away from home. My only wish is that I could have stayed longer! For any undecided, The Brown Hen is definitely worth a stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

19 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb

Enjoyed our stay very much. Gwyneth is a lovely lady and very helpful. Location is peaceful and very quiet. Property very comfortable and clean, the washing machine was faulty but Gwyneth offered to do any laundry for us which was very kind of her. Definitely need transport as it is quite remote, but that adds to the ambience of the surroundings

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aileen W.

14 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for a peaceful break

Lovely location - host very thoughtful and the accommodation spotless.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

2 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brown Hen

Lovely place, very friendly people. Highly recommended, would definitely stay again.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cailey M.

23 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway!

We really enjoyed our three night stay at the Brown Hen. Gwyneth is very quick to respond to communication and is a seasoned host! Linens were crisp and clean, beds were comfy for all of us and lots of space to hang out and settle in. The area around the property is beautiful, close enough to larger cities but out of the way so it feels like a real country experience. We felt very safe here. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mike S.

27 Aug 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schön was's

Wier hatten eine schöne Zeit, sie wird uns unvergessen bleiben. Danke Mike!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

marianne w.

25 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage in a beautiful setting.

Gwyneth is a super host and a wonderful person. If you look for tranquility, you found your spot. She helped us find interesting things to do every day. We loved our time in the Brown Hen!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Marc B.

8 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour parfait à proximité de Cork!

Nous avons passé un très bon séjour du côté de Bandon à proximité de Cork et autres perles du comté : châteaux, jardins, ports,… L’emplacement est idéal : très belle vue sur la campagne vallonnée irlandaise et très calme. Le cottage est parfait : décoration soignée et propreté/confort impeccables. Un grand merci enfin à Gwyneth pour l’accueil chaleureux! Nous reviendrons sans hésiter si l’occasion se présente.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giovanna P.

4 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top verblijf

Gwyneth is een fantastische gastvrouw, verblijf was piekfijn in orde. Rustig gelegen.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica D.

6 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, cozy spot

The cottage was the perfect spot for us to explore the Irish countryside and coast. It had all the amenities we needed and more. Gwyneth was a fabulous hostess and checked in to be sure we had everything we needed. I would highly recommend the Brown Hen if you are visiting Cork County!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham R.

2 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for us

Warm welcome from Gwyneth upon our arrival. The location and cabin were perfect for our needs and was warm and comfortable when we returned after a day out. Gwyneth and Merv were great hosts and nothing was too much trouble. We really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 20 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

stefano G.

29 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great and pleasant stay at Brown Hen in Bandon

We were very good and Gwyneth was very kind to us

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

27 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Could not be better!

So clean and cozy. Well appointed kitchen and comfortable beds. Beautiful view and convenient to Bandon for shopping. We will be back again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose

19 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Our hostess was awesome. We liked the home, very cozy. We enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne R.

8 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Nest of Peace and True Quiet

The Brown Hen was the highlight of our Ireland visit. The house is charming and fully equipped, well-suited to our party of 2. Gwyneth made us feel welcome and guided us to sightseeing we would have overlooked - Beara Peninsula and Mizen Head were highlights! The location is perfect for exploring southwest Ireland and was a haven after each day's drive. The Brown Hen has a relaxing sense of isolation while the town and its services are a short drive away. The accommodation is lovely but it is Gwyneth's attention to detail and her care for her guests that makes it special.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian B., Oregon

14 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun on the Farm!

We are so happy we stayed here! We took several trips to nearby places and discovered things we wouldn’t have had we stayed in the city. Gwyneth is a gracious hostess, and we loved the fresh bread and eggs! And the cows provided a little bit of entertainment for us too.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

27 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time at The Brown Hen!!!

Gwendolyn did a great job not only with the cottage but with letting us know about the property as well as telling us about all the things to do in the area. Beautiful setting and property. Had a great time!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Summer F., Graham, usa

4 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country living

It was such a great experience to stay in a working. Farm in the country. Loved the location and the friendliness of the owner. Would visit again!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

lisa s., Terrace British Columbia

30 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful, working farm cottage house!

The Brown Hen was a delight to stay in. From the decor, comfy beds to relaxing, serene farmland this stay was just perfect. Our host, Gwyneth was charming, personable and such a lovely lady. We will be back! You won’t be disappointed if you’re looking to stay a little off the beaten path out of the hustle and bustle.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andres P., Huesca

21 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Recomendable

Casa a las afueras, sin ruidos.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christophe P., Le Touvet France

14 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely 2 weeks stay

Very comfy, fully equiped, spacious and spotlessly clean cottage very well located to discover the Cork area. Gwyneth and her family are very welcoming and helpful people who will make your stay very enjoyable. Many thanks to you all!

Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glen W.

30 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Brown Hen Was Amazing

The property was beautiful, and Gwyneth was a wonderful and gracious host. We highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L.

13 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brown Hen

The Brown Hen house was well appointed and tidy. The wifi was reliable and the house heated easily and comfortably when required. Driving to Cork city mid day didn’t take too long and I was surrounded by nature at the house mornings and evenings. The host was gracious, helpful, and responsive. I’m grateful to have stayed at The Brown Hen.

Stayed 26 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paulette R., Central Canada

10 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful farm stay in rolling green hills!

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at The Brown Hen. The cottage is immaculate and well appointed, and the tasteful decor invites you to settle in and enjoy its warmth and charm. It is also ideally located for leisurely drives and walks along the coast to marvel at its rugged wind swept beauty. Thank you sincerely, Gwyneth, for welcoming us so genuinely to your country home and to the farm. You know how much we enjoyed our trip down memory lane amongst the cows and calves! We appreciated your gracious hospitality, your heartfelt concern for your guests' well being and your endearing nature. May you and Mervyn be blessed with many more grateful visitors!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

erin e.

2 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Bandon

The property suited our needs There was a problem with Wi-Fi which was resolved in a short period of time.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

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