Spectacular Coach House on The Doorstep of Killarney National Park, The Priory
Built in 1822 the beautifully restored Priory Coach House and Courtyard to The Priory Killarney Courtyard Cottages. The Coach House has two floors with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, the downstairs is an open plan with wood burning stove, modern kitchen, spiral staircase to the bedrooms. Very charming and cozy. Walking distance from the town centre.
Set on the door step of Killarney National Park we have four Courtyard Stone Cottages all of various design and layout. The cottages are tucked into a very beautiful and quite walled courtyard setting.
Just a 5 minute walk to the INEC - Gleneagle Hotel. Also a 5 minute walk towards town is the Killarney Brewing Co.
Please contact us by email or telephone and we will answer all your questions that you have.
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
About the area
Killarney
Located in Killarney, this cottage is in the mountains. St. Mary's Well and St. Mary's Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Killarney House Gardens and Knockreer Estate. Travelling with kids? Consider Coolwood Wildlife Park, or check out an event or a game at Killarney Race Course. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Is Spectacular Coach House on The Doorstep of Killarney National Park, The Priory pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Spectacular Coach House on The Doorstep of Killarney National Park, The Priory?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spectacular Coach House on The Doorstep of Killarney National Park, The Priory?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Spectacular Coach House on The Doorstep of Killarney National Park, The Priory located?
This family-friendly Killarney cottage is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of INEC Killarney and Killarney National Park. Killarney House Gardens and Knockreer Estate are also within 15 minutes. Killarney Station is 20 minutes by foot.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We really enjoyed staying at The Coach House. Tim was a great host and gave us plenty of information regarding places to visit. Killarney town centre is 15 mins walk from the property and has a real buzz around the place. Killarney National Park is stunning. Gretat for hiking.. I will visit again and look to spend more time in the area. Will definitely try to stay at this accommodation again. Thanks Tim. 🙏
Property is in a delightful location with beautiful gardens and good outside spaces. It does not unfortunately enjoy great natural light indoors so first impression was a little disappointing. Hosts were very friendly and helpful and were very quick to help with a number of issues which we had with the inventory and cleanliness. Perfectly located for walking into town and ideal touring base for the area.
We stayed at the Priory for four nights for a work trip. We were working in the forest all week and it was great to come back to a warm wood stove and excellent jacuzzi / shower. We also made use of the washer and dryer provided.
We immediately fell in love with The Priory! It is exactly what we were looking for in a cozy cottage in Ireland. The owners were very helpful and were right on property if we needed anything. Of course, their pups were one of the highlights of our trip. We couldn’t wait for Teddy, their Cocker Spaniel to visit our cottage each morning. Staying here was like a welcomed step back in time and a breath of fresh air from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The cottage was nestled away from the town, but close enough for a quick drive or a 15 min walk. We miss the cottage already, and would absolutely love to return some day if we get back to Ireland. This is a must stay!!
Beautiful home in Killarney. It was perfect for our needs especially with our 1 year old with the crib and high chair and large bath tub. Close walk into Killarney with lots of pubs, restaurants and shops. Thanks to Tim and Bernadette!
We enjoyed the stay a lot! Teddy and Macey were excellent additions to the welcome committee. Boo Radley made a guest appearance as well (not inside the unit).
This was a trip of a lifetime—25th Wedding Anniversary, milestone birthdays for my wife and kids—incredible. The Coach House at The Priory was absolutely perfect and we loved our stay. Bernadette and Tim were outstanding hosts—friendly, quick to respond to questions, and always available for local advice. The property itself is beautiful and is in a great location—accessible to everything Killarney has to offer, but also tucked away from the bustle enough to be quiet and peaceful. Our highest recommendation possible—thank you, Bernadette and Tim!
The coach house is equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay in a historic building. The whole Priory is very quiet and perfect for relaxing or hiking the Killarney National Park. The next grocery is just 10 minutes walking distance. Bernadette - the host - was very helpful with recommendations and helped arranging trips.
Lovely coach house in a great location- close to stunning Killarney National Park, walking distance to town with many restaurant choices, and easy driving to the Dingle peninsula. The property was very comfortable and Tim and Bernadette were wonderful hosts. Thank you for a truly memorable trip!
Die Unterkunft und die Umgebung waren wunderschön. Die liebevoll eingerichtete Wohnung und die Freundlichkeit der Gastgeber haben uns sehr gefallen. Die Betten waren super gemütlich. Täglich kamen die goldigen Hunde Teddy und Macie zum Hallo sagen.Es war eine wirklich schöne Zeit. Liebe Grüße. Edel und Freundinnen.
This property is beautiful. The hosts communicated clearly and check in was simple and quick. The beds were comfortable, the area was quiet and located just outside the town. Everything was smooth and comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped, the washer dryer was very handy. We would definitely stay here again!
Great base to exlore the National Park and Rings of Kerry and Dingle
We only had one prior communication with the host about our late arrival, wasn't an issue, lights in cottage were on and key in the door when we srrived at 9:30pm.
We met the host Bernadette a couple days later and she had a lot of additional suggestions for our sightseeing plans and recommendations for dinner.
Cottage was great, very spacious and clean. Great location about 20-30min on foot to town with plenty of eating options. About 10min by car to supermarkets in town.
This cottage provided everything we needed for a 4 night stay. The host was great and gave us awesome traveling tips for the local area. The cottage location was in perfect walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Beautiful property. Well kept, peaceful and nice walk to Killarney center. Tim and Bernadette were always quick to respond with any queries and Tim had great suggestions on activities and restaurants. Overall, lovely stay and would highly recommend!
There is so much to love about the Priory Coach House! The quiet, bucolic location is ideal; we walked into town as well as to events at the racetrack and INEC. The house itself has all the modern conveniences, yet is full of traditional Irish charm. Killarney is a very fun town; we loved the pubs and easy access to the National Park and Ring Road. Our hosts were super helpful and we loved the sweet, friendly pups. We adore the Kingdom of Kerry and can't wait to go back. Thanks for a delightful and memorable stay!
The stay had all the comforts of being in a home while traveling. We cooked a few meals, washed clothes, watched Tv after spending days exploring. Everything was convenient including getting groceries. We did not have a car because we booked tours but that was not a problem at this location. The courtyard and cherry trees were lovely. Would definitely stay again.
We stayed over Christmas andis was lovely. Enough space for everyone. They even gve us a decorated Christmas tree!
Loved the location. Easy access to everything. Good place for exploring the Ring of Kerry and Dingle peninsula. Great hikes close by.
Karin v.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
About the host
Hosted by Tim O'Donoghue
Bernadette and Tim O’Donoghue met in The Windy City of Chicago a few years back. We acquired the property in 2002. We then returned from Chicago in 2004.
Bernadette was a paralegal secretary and is now a stay at home Mom and an excellent baker, I am an electrician by trade but got into construction during my 14 years in Chicago. I restored several old houses and classic vintage apartment buildings during my time there. I coupled this experience with Bernadette’s keen eye and interior design savvy to create some wonderful finishes and unusual touches. We began the colossal rehab project in 2004 to restore the Priory to its former glory ,it was basically completed it in 2007 or is it ever complete I like to ask myself ?
We pride ourselves in welcoming you into our place.
Why they chose this property
I grew up in Killarney, where my parents owned a camping site and I truly loved meeting visitors on a daily basis. We have 4 children and we wanted to raise them here in Ireland, so we said we would give it a shot and here we are.When this property became available we realized how unique it was and what a fantastic opportunity it would be to own The Priory.
What makes this property unique
We are in a key location, a ten minute walk from town but it feels like we are in the heart of the countryside where you cannot hear a sound by night. You will get a quiet private house to yourself where you can come and go as you please. You can cook when you want and have the full use of the 1.5 acre property on private grounds. You can sit back and relax in the front of the open hearth fire sipping a nice Irish whiskey or reading a good book with the sweet smell of turf burning away. This cottage has a large tub you can slip into and soothe the soul after a hectic day. You will get the real feel of Irish living and live like we live ourselves while visiting in your home away from home. We are on site owners who are here to help you in any way you require and assure a wonderful stay. We have invaluable knowledge about the local area from cultural information to hikes, local food joints to off the beaten track drives. We can organize in-house chef, or poetry recital or to a music session.
We like to tell our guests ''We are as near or as far as you wish.'
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