Cork holiday cottages

From the gentle green rurality of the north to the dramatically rugged coves and bays of the west that teem with birdlife, these varying landscapes alone offer enough entertainment on your luxury country cottage holiday in Cork.
A rich maritime history is positively awash in the pretty ports of Cobh, Youghal and Kinsale, while waymarked cycling and walking trails offer the perfect, unhurried way to explore Cork from your rented Irish holiday cottage.

Things to see and do in Cork

Step out of your luxury Irish holiday cottage to explore dramatic sights…

• Outdoor activities:: Championship golf courses, horseriding, watersports and angling await you.
• Cork:Explore the south's cultural capital and Ireland's second largest city, a place that manages the rare trick of remaining both spiritedly cosmopolitan, yet totally - Irishly - relaxed.
• Lough Hyne: Soak up the lush green beauty of this landlocked salt lake near Skibbereen.
• Blarney Castle: Kiss the famous Blarney Stone at one of Ireland's greatest ancient treasures.

Tastes of Cork

• Seafood: Indulge in some of the best restaurants in Ireland in the pretty harbour town of Kinsale, where the seafood is simply unbelievable.
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Don't miss…

• Beara Peninsula: Unwind on a clearly marked cycling or walking route on the fascinatingly indented Beara Peninsula.

Our regional team recommends

• Bantry House and Gardens: Overlooking Bantry Bay, this tranquil attraction makes a wonderful day out if you love artistic treasures and flora.
• The Old Middleton Distillery: Take a short drive from the city of Cork to taste the true flavour of Ireland at this traditional Irish whisky distillery.

Did you know...?

The city of Cork's name derives from the Irish word 'Corcaigh' meaning "marshy place", which reflects the city's location on the River Lee.

Cottages to rent in Ireland

• Clare
  Historic sites fringed with stunning seascapes
• Cork
  Ireland's largest county of contrasting landscapes
• Donegal
  A melodic northern coastal heartland
• East Coast and Midlands
  Cosmopolitan cities juxtaposed with serene scenery
• Galway
  A colourful coastal county rich with historic gems
• Kerry
  Escape to unrivalled natural beauty
• Mayo
  Wild, romantic landscapes offer spiritual refreshment
• North-West Ireland
  A vast wilderness entwined with enchanting sights
• Waterford
  Relax in this rural riverside retreat
• Wexford
  Bask in Ireland's sunniest county
• Wicklow
  Ancient sites nestle amongst mountainous coastal countryside

Travel Tip

Bring your binoculars to make the most of the East Cork Bird Trail.