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Exterior
Game room
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Caherdaniel, Kerry
  • Derrynane House
    5 min drive
  • Staigue Fort
    8 min drive
  • Derrynane Bay Beach
    11 min drive
  • Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe)
    43 min drive

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About the area

Caherdaniel

Located in Caherdaniel, this vacation home is by the ocean, within a 10-minute drive of Derrynane House and Staigue Fort. .This family-friendly vacation home is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Derrynane Bay Beach and 8.7 mi (13.9 km) from Eightercua Stone Row.

What's nearby

  • Derrynane House - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Derrynane Bay Beach - 11 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Parknasilla Golf Club - 19 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Skellig Six 18 Distillery - 26 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Killarney National Park - 48 min drive - 48.7 km

Getting around

  • Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scarriff Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Blind Piper - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪O'Carroll's Cove - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Lobster - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Fishermen's Bar - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Aotearoa-Family home-Spectacular location-hot tub-games room

Aotearoa is a spacious stone faced four bedroom, two storey house with a hot tub and a games room on elevated section overlooking the Derrynane Hotel and Kenmare Bay.
Aotearoa has a large open plan, well equipped kitchen/dining/sitting room with French doors leading to to a patio and BBQ area.
There are three bedrooms on the ground floor (a double bedroom, a queen size room and a twin room)
The main bathroom with a shower and a separate WC are on the ground floor.
There is an upstairs galleried double bedroom and bathroom with bath and shower attachment.
There are wooden floors throughout.
There is a games room with table tennis and a jacuzzi room on the ground floor.
Wifi is available payable by PayPal to local provider for unlimited use on daily or weekly basis
Electricity and oil are extra payable by units used read by meter.
Aotearoa is five minutes walk from a safe sandy beach, pub and restaurant. It is a two minute walk from the Derrynane Hotel. It is a five minute walk from Wave Crest cafe, shop and deli.
Aotearoa is located on the Wild Atlantic Way, The Ring of Kerry, The Kerry Way and in the Kerry International Dark Sky Reserve. It is close to Derrynane Blue Flag Beach, Derrynane National Park and Derrynane House the ancestral home of Daniel O Connell.
The following are some of the many activities closeby
Derrynane Seasports (Children and Teen camps, sailing, kayaking, windsurfing, stand up paddle boarding, body boarding and snorkelling)
Eagle Rock Equestrian Centre provide horse riding along the beach
Boat trips to the Skelligs
Fishing trips on the bay
Rib trips with Skellig Coast Discovery
Guided seaweed discovery tours workshops and tasting
Wildlife walking tours with Vincent Hyland
Hill and beach walking
Kayaking and boat tours with Sunfish Explorer
Golf in Waterville and Parknasilla
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Catherine Fayen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Aotearoa Family home Spectacular location hot tub games room

Aotearoa-Family home-Spectacular location-hot tub-games room Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 56 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

david s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house and kind host
The house is very spacious and well equipped. The kitchen living area is especially large and could accommodate 8 people easily. The bedrooms are less expansive though still fine for ordinary sized people (I am 6ft 4" and the ceiling was a little low for me to use the upstairs bedroom comfortably. That said there is a king sized bed in one of the downstairs rooms which suited me fine.). The addition of a games room and a dedicated hot tub room is a real bonus. The views from the house are amazing: beautiful hills and sea views over 180 degrees. Two things it is worth noting when planning a visit first the Irish weather is unpredictable in the autumn and winter. Wind rain and mist are part of the experience of this beautiful country so plan accordingly. Second this house has a very steep driveway and a number of steps inside, people with limited mobility should take this in to account when planning a stay. Finally a big thank you to Catherine the host. She could not have been more helpful and welcoming and really went above and beyond the call of duty to make us feel welcome and at home.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular view and location
Our first trip to Ireland and had such a lovely stay . Catherine was very helpful and responsive to all our questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely break away
Lovely relaxing break in an area that has a lot to offer. The house we stayed in was clean well appointed and had everything we needed to enjoy our break away. We met the host once and was only a phone call away if needed for anything. We will certainly look at staying here again if going to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot in Co. Kerry
Perfect place for exploring and relaxing. The house is comfortable with gorgeous views from all sides.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous home and views
We had a wonderful stay, and working with Catherine is a dream. The house was beautiful, sparkling clean, and spacious. There is a beach with restaurant about a 5-10-minute walk, and the village of Caherdaniel and Derrynane Beach (and the fairy trails, that my kids loved!) are only a few minutes away. We can't wait to stay here again!
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Views!!
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our winter stay at Aotearoa. The home was easy to find and was neat and tidy. The kitchen was well equipped and we never lacked for anything. Our favorite part was being nice and cozy inside while we watched the weather change out on the inlet/ocean. We loved the views! We were pleasantly surprised to find an illuminated Christmas tree upon our arrival—it was a very nice touch. Catherine made herself available if we had any questions or needs. This was a great home for a winter vacation with a family. Thank you Catherine!
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday
The house was perfect and the view was amazing. Catherine was great, everything was fabulous. Really enjoyed the hot tub and sitting in front of the fireplace after a day of sightseeing.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

graham w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
The property was a little tired in places and a new shower needs to be fitted. Views from property were lovely.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our stay
Catherine’s house was perfect for our stay. We were holidaying with family nearby and her house allowed us to enjoy spending time with them. The only negative is having to drive everywhere as it’s on the busy road and we didn’t want to walk along it with young children. However, where ever we did drive was in easy reach and took no time, ie. Rath beach, the village, Derrynane beach etc. Her house was as described, very comfortable and had a well appointed kitchen. We easily catered for the family and entertained as we wanted to. We had a great time. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely family getaway
This property was perfect for us. We were a group of adult children plus partners and our parents. The house is big enough that we could relax in our area or come together for evening meals. We really enjoyed spending time in the hot tub and the use of the games room- some intense table tennis competitions were had! The local area is stunning. Perfect for walks and close to beaches. A really enjoyable holiday!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
easter break
fantastic property in a beautiful location, great for walks, beach etc. The house is marvellous and hot tub and table tennis are great touches. and Catherine is friendly and helpful as ever. Fantastic place to relax and take in the unbelievable views
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolee K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Beauty off the Beach!
My spouse and I rented Aotearoa for the first week of an extended "work-cation" in the UK, and it has set a VERY high bar for our remaining three properties to reach! The home is beautiful, and beautifully settled on a hill overlooking the bay. The vistas changed with every movement of the sun, moon, and clouds. At the time of our visit (September), some of the closer shops were closed, but in nearby Kenmare and Waterville, we found all that we needed. Our host, Catherine, was absolutely wonderful, both with our pre-visit communication and with support as needed during our stay. When we mentioned that we would like to do some hiking in the area, she emailed an extensive list of local suggestions. While the home does have WiFi, the consistency of connectivity was a bit spotty at times. This presented a bit of a problem while trying to conduct work and video calls, but was mostly manageable. Overall, we LOVED this property and the care provided by Catherine. We'd gladly return again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning
Amazing property and amazing views and Catherine is extremely friendly and helpful again this year,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious property with great view
Comfortable house with lots of space well equipped
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M., Cornwall

Liked: Cleanliness
Travellers from Cornwall
What an amazing place! The view from the outside table and chairs whilst you sit outside enjoying a morning coffee is just wonderful. With eight of us staying there was plenty of space for everyone. Hot tub and games room was great for the children. Catherine was most welcoming and a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular views & Great location.
We had a lovely time staying here, house was beautiful and very central for doing the ring of Kerry, we had a wonderful time at Caherdaniel.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

robert s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property with outstanding views.
A lovely cottage with excellent facilities including a table tennis room and hot tub ! Outstanding panoramic views.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house in a beautiful location
The property was lovely, well equipped and in an amazing location. The view over the sea from the house was a sight to see every day, whatever the weather. Catherine the host was very helpful and on hand for any advice we required. We would recommend Aotearoa and hope to return!
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

philip s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fab stay fab location
The location of this property was simply stunning. We found it very quiet, views are to die for and the property is spacious and very comfortable. The additional of a hottub was a real bonus. Sneem, Kenmare, Ring of Beara, Ring of Kerry and Killarney are all very accessible. If you want watersports this would also be an ideal place. Catherine, the host was warm and welcoming and explained recycling and rubbish management and how to pay the additional fuel and electricity charge at the end of your stay. A significant problem with the heating was resolved very quickly. We'd definitely stay there again and highly recommend it. Only niggle was it needed oven gloves when cooking but we made do with the tea towels.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Much needed break
Recently stayed at this lovely house. Lovely location, spacious, and very comfortable. Hot tub, table tennis and games helped every evening and on the one very rainy day we didn't go out.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
House as described - comfortable house - well stocked - spectacular views - Catherine friendly and easy to deal with - highly recommended - would like to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adrian F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house, great location
We stayed at the property early September 2021. The house is very spacious, spotlessly clean, has a great view out over the bay, and Catherine was a great hostess, explained everything to us, gave us some tips on where to go, etc. We swam daily in the sea - there are multiple and varied local locations, used the hot tub, played table tennis and ate in some of the local pubs. All in all we had a great time. Highly recommended....
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louise M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Holiday
Fabulous house, everything as per website. Catherine was a very friendly and helpful host. Great holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hugh L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house in a wonderful location
The house was spotless and very well equipped. We really enjoyed our stay. The hot tub is a real bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Beautiful property with amazing sea views and a great getaway to relax, house has everything you need, in a great location, can't wait to to stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021