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Riverside retreat with rustic charm and a history of novels and exploration
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6100 sq m
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Timoleague, Cork
- Timoleague Abbey5 min drive
- West Cork Heritage Centre14 min drive
- Inchydoney Island Beach27 min drive
- Cork (ORK)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Bunk Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Riverside retreat with rustic charm and a history of novels and exploration
The Old mill was brought back to life by the explorer and writer Tim Severin in 1990. He lived in Lodge 1 for many years and wrote numerous novels from his office across the way. It offers simple living with the Irish warmth of a woodburning stove, a perfect place to share a drink with friends or observe the wildlife in the meander down by the river.
For those who like to fish, you have direct access to the Argideen River, rated one of the best sea trout rivers in south-west Ireland, a great place to test your skill with a fly. Licenses for the river can be provided as well as details for national licenses to cover your stay.
The Wild Atlantic Way can be reached in a couple of minutes with a trip into Timoleague and it's famous Abbey, from there you can visit some of Irelands spectacular beaches or soak up some live music in Cloakilty or Kinsale.
Property Details:
The two storey property offers open plan living / kitchen area and large conservatory. and sleeps up to 6 across 2 bedrooms.
- Downstairs:
Good sized kitchen including dishwasher and prep bar opening onto the main living / dining area with newly fitted woodburning stove.
Interconnecting conservatory with further dining and comfortable seating leading to the main shower room with large walk-in shower, basin and toilet.
- Upstairs:
Master bedroom sleeps 2 with standard double bed, dressing table and wardrobe.
Bedroom 2 sleeps 4 with two sets of adult sized single bunkbeds with drawers and wardrobe.
Bathroom 1 - Unique deep soak (upright) bath with overhead shower, basin and toilet.
Outside:
- Shared access to:
Front courtyard and Laundry Room containing 2 washing machines and dryers. Rear patio area with picnic benches and free roaming across the field / meadow down to the river area at rear.
- Security cameras:
As we are often away, there are 4 external cameras on the site to help monitor and maintain the site. These are 'always on and recording' cameras (video & audio) looking from:
- lodge 1 across the courtyard towards the other site buildings.
- the bungalow far corner towards all four lodges.
- the end of the bungalow down the meadow to the river.
- the rear of lodge 4 to the meadow.
For those who like to fish, you have direct access to the Argideen River, rated one of the best sea trout rivers in south-west Ireland, a great place to test your skill with a fly. Licenses for the river can be provided as well as details for national licenses to cover your stay.
The Wild Atlantic Way can be reached in a couple of minutes with a trip into Timoleague and it's famous Abbey, from there you can visit some of Irelands spectacular beaches or soak up some live music in Cloakilty or Kinsale.
Property Details:
The two storey property offers open plan living / kitchen area and large conservatory. and sleeps up to 6 across 2 bedrooms.
- Downstairs:
Good sized kitchen including dishwasher and prep bar opening onto the main living / dining area with newly fitted woodburning stove.
Interconnecting conservatory with further dining and comfortable seating leading to the main shower room with large walk-in shower, basin and toilet.
- Upstairs:
Master bedroom sleeps 2 with standard double bed, dressing table and wardrobe.
Bedroom 2 sleeps 4 with two sets of adult sized single bunkbeds with drawers and wardrobe.
Bathroom 1 - Unique deep soak (upright) bath with overhead shower, basin and toilet.
Outside:
- Shared access to:
Front courtyard and Laundry Room containing 2 washing machines and dryers. Rear patio area with picnic benches and free roaming across the field / meadow down to the river area at rear.
- Security cameras:
As we are often away, there are 4 external cameras on the site to help monitor and maintain the site. These are 'always on and recording' cameras (video & audio) looking from:
- lodge 1 across the courtyard towards the other site buildings.
- the bungalow far corner towards all four lodges.
- the end of the bungalow down the meadow to the river.
- the rear of lodge 4 to the meadow.
Property manager
Ida
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Languages
English
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Amenities
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Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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Children
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Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
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About the area
Timoleague
Located in Timoleague, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Michael Collins Centre and Clonakilty Blackpudding Visitor Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Clonakilty Golf Club and Kilbrittain Whale. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Timoleague, Cork
What's nearby
- Timoleague Abbey - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
- West Cork Heritage Centre - 14 min drive - 12.3 km
- West Cork Model Railway Village - 16 min drive - 13.9 km
- West Cork Surf School - 24 min drive - 18.3 km
- Inchydoney Island Beach - 27 min drive - 15.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Poachers Inn - 12 min drive
- De Barras Bar - 15 min drive
- O'Donovan's Hotel - 15 min drive
- Arís - 15 min drive
- Lifeboat Bar - 5 min drive
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Reviews
10
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10/10
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
16 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Inke G.
4 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great and cosy accomodation!
Inke G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matt K.
4 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Quiet Spot
Matt K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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