Bantry Bay is located in West Cork, Ireland, which is known for its picturesque beauty. It is also a great place for a relaxing vacation. Bantry is a busy town here and offers interesting activities, such as golfing, sailing and fishing choices, walking and cycling trails and more. The famous Sheep’s Head Way walk is a must-try here. History buffs will enjoy a visit to the French Armada Exhibition Centre, featuring the French invasion of 1796. Also, take a relaxing walk along Bridge Street, finishing with the old Bantry Water Wheel at the library. If you have more time, you can take a ferry to Whiddy Island and spend a relaxed day there. When you’re finally planning your trip to Bantry Bay, here is something that will be useful. Take a look at this list of the best Airbnb vacation rentals near Bantry Bay, Ireland.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.
1. Beachfront cottage with a bay view (from USD 153)
Plan a special trip with your loved one to this cosy cottage by the bay. While here, enjoy glorious sea views or stroll on your private beach. There is a lovely garden from where you can pick up vegetables and greens for a healthy meal. On chilly evenings, stay warm and snug thanks to the indoor fireplace.
A beautiful four-poster bed adds charm to the bedroom. Bed linen, extra pillows and blankets are stocked here for your convenience. The bedroom is also fitted with room-darkening shades to allow you to sleep well.
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the cottage has everything you need good wifi and beautiful gardenthe strand cottage is an absolutely lovely little house with stunning views at the bay from all roomscomfy bed cozy cottage great coffee kind personal touches for our anniversarythe electric shower has good pressure and it's nice and warmthe living area is very comfortable there's underfloor heating and we were very toasty for the durationCleanliness:
immaculately clean everything you would need & morethe cottage itself is exceptionally clean has everything you needreally cosy clean and with an amazingly comfortable bedHost:
super beautiful and nice hostssandra & steve amazing hostssandra is a very good host and made us feeling really at homesandra and steve were great hostssteve and sandra were lovely hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
cannot fault the location and comfortable accommodationextremely peaceful and tranquil location overallthis location is ideal for visiting sheep’s head lighthouse and mizen headwe had such a perfect stay at this stunning locationthe house is stunning and the location simply out of this world
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2. Dun Oir Den (from USD 92)
If you are looking to stay away from city noises and go on long walks admiring beautiful views, Dun Oir Den is perfect for you. This rustic rental is a repurposed barn and has all the modern conveniences to make your stay comfortable.
You can sit out with a cup of coffee and admire a wonderful sunrise, walk uphill to take in the views and spend a languid evening admiring a lovely sunset. The compact kitchen will allow you to prepare simple meals. Moreover, the sofa pulls out to a king bed.
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the cottage was perfect and cozy and the surrounding area was stunningCleanliness:
everything was clean and the bed was very comfortableour room and bath was really clean and there was much to see at her farmvery clean in a beautiful rural locationplace was spotless mary herself is wonderful and so helpfulHost:
mary was a wonderful hostmary is such a welcoming and cheerful hostmary was a wonderful gracious perfect hostmary was very kind and lovelymary was the best host i ever hadRead more reviewsLocation:
superb location and accommodationwe really enjoyed meeting her and the location is absolutely stunningit was really an awesome place near to the sea sidewe found the location very peaceful and the space beautifully madethe location is great if you want to disconnect and relax while you explore the area
3. Serene farmhouse close to walking trails (from USD 106)
If you love the outdoors, then you will love spending time in this lovely farmhouse. This two-bedroom house is located close to many trails, so you can easily explore the surrounding countryside. There is a beach nearby where you can go swimming or fishing too. There are many musical instruments in the house, such as a grand piano, so you can unwind by playing them.
The home is set on 2.5 acres (1.01 hectares) of land, so it is a private space for those looking to unwind.
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the house itself is gorgeous very well equipped lovely decor and stunning sea views from each roomif you like a really dark room for sleeping you need to bring an eye maskthe kitchen is very well equipped and the kids loved eating at the breakfast barCleanliness:
the house is clean well equipped and very comfortableclean comfortable and beautifully appointed with true privacy and quietit is a beautiful place immaculately clean and a brilliant locationthis is a rustic property and to be honest we didn't find it particularly cleanHost:
wonderful hosts highly recommendedhosts were friendly and consideratethe hosts avril & wayne were so friendly helpful and responsiveavril and tina were really helpful with everythingwe had a soothing time here and can recomnend avril and wayne as hosts to everybodyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for exploring west corkbeautiful peaceful location with a comfortable bed and hot showerthe location is a good starting point for several walks and trips to privat gardens we have vistedthe location is amazing and the house had everything we neededand then its hard to better the location
4. The Alpaca Lodge (from USD 143)
This snug cabin is in a rural setting with lovely views of Kenmare Bay. It is set on the grounds of a working alpaca farm. Additionally, if you are interested, you can even sign up for the Alpaca Trekking Through A Magical Forest.
Moreover, this cosy cabin is perfect for up to two guests. There is a king-sized bed, breakfast supplies, a kettle, a microwave and a toaster. A small sitting space and a bathroom round up the amenities here.
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breakfast options and amenities generous enoughthe cottage was cozy warm and invitingthe area is so quiet and serene the landscape is stunning the cottage is cute and comfortablewe loved everything here: the alpacas the cat walnut the view and the roomit was so cute and cozy and the views were amazingCleanliness:
everything was clean and the lodge invites you to feel goodthe area is beautiful the cottage was very clean and nicely decoratedHost:
the hosts are really friendly and attentivehosts were very friendlymia was lovely and attentivehosts were very nice and welcomingmia and simon were great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
the room was perfect and the location was spectacularlovely unique place highly recommendmia provided a great recommendation for a nearby peaceful walk thru a forest (doorus loop walk…check it outgreat place to spend a night wish it could've been more than onemia and simon were great hosts great location and beautiful cottage
5. The Beara Bus (from USD 158)
If you love unique accommodations, then this one is sure to catch your fancy. The double-decker bus is wonderfully adapted as a comfortable home and its location offers guests awesome views all around. The lower level hosts the kitchenette and dining area, while the upper deck houses the bedroom, bathroom and lounge with a TV.
There is a large deck outside. This is the perfect place for a relaxed breakfast or a lovely dinner.
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we also visited lorna in the tea rooms in town and had a lovely lunch highly recommendedfantastic accommodation with excellent facilities a stunning private location close to local amenities and a superb friendly hostHost:
david was really helpfuldavid is a very friendly host toodavid is such a wonderful hostthe hosts and equally excellentdavid is the perfect host and very friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
the bus is amazingthe idea and location of the beara bus was a winneraboslutely loved our stay in the busfantastic experience staying on the beara buswhat a stunning location something the pictures cannot portray
6. Kilcomane Cottage (from USD 217)
Bring your friends and family for a lovely vacation - Kilcomane Cottage has room for everyone. The kitchen and dining area will accommodate everyone for meals. There is a lovely outdoor eating area too, where you can admire the views while enjoying your food. There is also a garden right outside and guests are welcome to roam here.
Head to the pier below the cottage to swim or fish. Moreover, there are many bars and restaurants nearby if you feel like indulging in a meal out.
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the place was spectacular the view was wonderful and the place is very comfortablesome (very cold ) dips in the sea - great for paddle boards dinghies and swimsbeds were comfortable and there was plenty of kitchen equipmentCleanliness:
immaculately clean and lovingly maintainedthe house was very clean and homelyit was really clean and decorated with really well thought out furnishingsthe house is very clean and it’s the perfect place for a relaxing getawaydespite how old this property us it is in wonderful condition and extremely cleanHost:
evie and linda were great hostslovely gardens and friendly animalsa warm and welcoming hostshe couldn't have been more helpfulevie is a great host with great communicationRead more reviewsLocation:
very charming and great locationthe house and the location was absolutely amazingan amazing stay - beautiful locationit’s a neat place to get away from the worldplace location was amazing i've never stayed anywhere like it
7. Blue Gate Cottage (from USD 90)
The cute loft bedroom in this cottage boasts a double and a single bed, so it is perfect if you are travelling with a young child. You can prepare simple meals in the compact kitchenette.
You will most likely spend most of your time outdoors, as there is so much to do. The home offers you easy access to walks along Sheep’s Head Way. If indulging in water activities is your thing, don’t worry. There are many coves and strands nearby where you can swim and explore to your heart’s content.
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the cottage is very well kept and is very comfortablea very charming comfortable and tranquil cottagekitchenette worked well for our morning coffee lovely shower and a cozy bedCleanliness:
spotlessly clean spacious and so well equippeda cosy clean and comfortable cottagethe accommodation was spotless with nice hand crafted decorations and had the feel of a mediterranean coastal cottagethe cottage is fabulous and spotlessly clean comfy with a fresh decor throughoutit was a beautifully clean and very comfortable cottage which was perfect for our needsHost:
the host kate is very friendly helpful and accessiblekate was so helpful and answer all our questionskate is a wonderful host and has so much local knowledgekate and her family are fabulous hostskate was a great host everything was perfect go with this and you can't go wrongRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful location in beautiful ahakistaa really perfect locationbeautiful house in an amazing locationgreat location on sheeps head peninsulaahakista is a great location for a break
8. Waterfall Lodge (from USD 163)
Beautifully bridging old-world charm with modern amenities, Waterfall Lodge is the perfect place for a relaxing getaway with your significant other. The downstairs is an open-plan kitchen and living area; including a wood-burning fireplace, making it a romantic place. You can plan a relaxing soak in the upstairs bath - bath salts and organic seaweed are provided for your indulgence.
In the afternoon, snooze in the hammock to the backdrop of the peaceful sounds of a waterfall. Evenings are special too - you can have a lovely meal outside while enjoying glorious views of the surrounding countryside.
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i found a new netflix show to watch a few nights on the very comfortable couchthe are was beautiful and peaceful the cottage was absolutely comfortable and lovelybeautiful peaceful and comfortable cottagethe cottage itself is so adorable cozy and clean lots of amenities as wellbeautiful home well stocked kitchen and bathroomCleanliness:
house was clean and amazingimmaculately clean comfortable and very relaxingplace was ultra clean when i arrived and the bath was greatit’s very clean and well equippedthe house was spotless and beautifully decoratedHost:
claire is an excellent hostclaire was a most responsive and lovely host in any interaction we hadclaire was extremely helpful and responsiveclaire was always contactable and very helpfulamazing stay property and hostRead more reviewsLocation:
a great location to explore all of west corkbeautiful location and charming place to stay highly appreciatedwaterfall lodge is an idyllic and peaceful spot close to bantry bay and the surrounding countrysideamazing location everything you need to relax for a few days and escape city livingit's very quiet and located in a nice area of the peninsula
9. Beautiful chalet with cheerful decor (from USD 93)
A few days spent in this cheerful cabin is all you need to energise and reset before heading back to your busy life. It is located just a few minutes from lovely trails in a peaceful setting. Large windows are ideal to sit and enjoy the view from the comfort of your space. There is a garden as well and an outdoor table for an alfresco meal.
The home is kid-friendly as well. There are children’s books, toys and board games. Upon request, you can even get a high chair and a travel cot.
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great views and cozy cabinthis cabin is large and lovely with fantastic views and comfortable amenitiesgreat views and a cozy porch for morning coffeethe view is amazing the cabin is very cosy comfortable and had everything we neededfree wifi and lots of little things to make you feel at homeCleanliness:
the place is very cosy well decorated and sparkling cleanawesome views great hosts clean and cosyHost:
the hosts are nicebean and irene were fab host very welcoming and so helpfulbean was very friendly and the mirrorball a brilliant touchthanks bean & irene you are great hostsour party loved the stay in bantry bean and irene were great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location beautiful views- close to downtown areabeach close by very friendly dogsconvenient location to bantry yet quiet and relaxinga boheniam place set in a beautiful locationthis place is ideal to relax within and get away from the world
10. The Turf Cottage (from USD 139)
This rustic cottage is built from local wood and field stone and simply oozes charm. The two-level home is furnished with cabinetry that is sourced locally. The downstairs houses the bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen and a cosy living room.
The loft bedroom is a wonderful haven - the sitting area is ideal to relax with a book and the comfortable bed will ensure you sleep well at night. Extra linens are stocked here. There is a shared beach nearby and a footpath, which leads you to the lake.
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very comfortable furniture and lovely hostsgorgeous views and excellent facilities watch your head when you go to bedthe big window at the end of the bed is the perfect view to wake up towe loved our stay at the turf cottage immaculate cozy and quietcomfortable and very well designed with lots of thoughtful touchesCleanliness:
the place was impeccably clean and very comfortable throughoutpeace scenery and a clean and comfy homefantastic peaceful updated cottage immaculately designed and very cleanit's a beautiful house and sparkling cleanhad everything we needed for a romantic weekend away and was spotlessly cleanHost:
the hosts were friendly and responsivejack and mairead were lovely and super helpful with all their local recommendationsRead more reviewsLocation:
a great location for exploring beara peninsulai don’t have words to describe the beauty and simplicity of the architecture and locationa great cottage and ideal location for a quiet retreat or walking holidayit's in a spectacular location with amazing walks in abundancenice quiet and remote
Bask in the beauty of Bantry Bay
If you are someone who loves to be outdoors, you will greatly enjoy a trip to Bantry Bay. You have a plethora of activities to indulge in here - walking, swimming, hiking - to name a few. For a cosy place to stay on your trip, you don’t have to look far. Simply pick from the list given above.
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