Self-Catering at Watch House Cottage | Holiday Cottages in Valentia Island

Holiday home
Watch House Cottage is a lovely mid-terrace cottage located in the pretty village of Knightstown on Valentia Island, County Kerry. The cottage can sleep four people in one double and one twin bedroom, and there is also a a family bathroom, and a ground floor wet room style shower room. The rest of the cottage is open plan with kitchen, dining and sitting area. To the outside of the cottage is off road parking for one car and a courtyard garden to the rear with furniture. Located on the harbour, Watch House Cottage is a lovely cottage in a fabulous part of Ireland. Note: One well-behaved dog welcome.

Accomodation Details
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Ground floor wet room with shower, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.

Area
Knightstown is the main village on Valentia Island, which lies off the coast of the Iveragh Peninsula in County Kerry. It is accessible from the mainland by ferry from Reenard Point, or via the road bridge at Portmagee. Knightstown provides restaurants, Irish pubs and local shops. It is also the departure point for boat and fishing trips. With around 650 residents Valentia Island stands out as one of the westernmost inhabited locations in Europe, and was the site of the first permanent communications link between Europe and the United States. The Island is famed for its magnificent 'Fogher' sea cliffs on the northern side of the Island, and the subtropical gardens at Glanleam House.

Region
County Kerry is a mystical and unspoilt part of Ireland, with spectacular natural beauty and a fascinating history. Facing the Atlantic Ocean, it features many sandy beaches, rocky inlets and stunning peninsulas.

Amenities
Electric central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Free-to-air channels, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books and games. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair. Off road parking for 1 car. Courtyard garden with furniture. One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop, pub and beach 1 min walk.

Miss Powderly

August 2020

Just back from Watchtower Cottage, Valentia Island, it was just fab.. right on the harbour, house had everything you need.. coffe shop next door and hotel a few yards away.....even with covid restrictions, supermarket super value was just across on the ferry and shop just around the corner.... will definately be back.... my dog coco loved it.... best regards olive

Mrs Mcgunnigal

June 2019

Beautiful place

Mrs Tait

Second visit to this beautiful cottage.. Everything you need is close at hand. Beautiful beaches in abundance and views to die for. A definite recommendation.

Mr Wilkinson

May 2019

Great location, lovely cottage..

Murphy

March 2019

RAW & BEAUTIFUL IS VALENCIA ISLAND, GOD MADE PLACES LIKE THIS BUT, REGRETTABLY STOP MAKING THEM.. SYKES ARE JUST OUTSTANDING IN EVERY WAY. SANDRA WAS A CREDIT TO THE COMPANY, MADE US FEEL WARM & WELCOME THE VERY MOMENT WE ARRIVED. WE WILL BE BACK NEXT YEAR HOPEFULLY IN MAY. THANKS EVERYBODY

Mr O'gorman

August 2018

Very pleased that our dog was permitted to stay.. its very important to us to be able to bring our pet on holidays. It's a pity that there are't more pet friendly accommodations available

Mr Gillott

April 2018

Wonderful position in the centre of Knightstown and a perfect base for exploring everything Valentia Island has to offer.. The cottage is very well equipped, clean and maintained.

Mrs Brown

August 2017

Beautiful cottage and location

Mrs Gordon

January 2017

We had a lovely time on Valentia island,the property was in a good location,right opposite the harbour.. If we needed anything Sandra was on hand.All in all a great holiday.

Mr Millar

October 2016

Fabulous cottage in a great location, that allowed us to tour this extremely beautiful part of Co Kerry..

Mrs Kane

It was perfect holiday and perfect for ourselves in our late 60's and our grandaughter of 15 as well.. The landlady was extremely helpful as well. tk

kaamaz

August 2016

We stayed here in July with our Golden Retriever in July and we loved it. Cottage is right on the pier of Knightstown, and only 30 meters walk from the hotel and other amenities. The cottage has everything you require, its fantastic, it even has Wifi which I was impressed with for self catering. would highly recommend and will definitely be back!

The reason I have put that we would not be booking this property again is nothing to do with the cottage but it was a very long journey and we have been.. We found that a number of businessses had closed for the season, so there was very little locally. We found the ferry to be very good and made journeys so much shorter. Unfortunately we had dreadful weather so the holiday wasn't as enjoyable as we had hoped (not the fault of Sykes). I am sure we will be booking with you again as we have a dog and you have plenty of dog friendly properties.

Ms Ni Mhaolalai

Only one small problem.. The bins were very full when we arrived. They were not emptied for some time.

Dr Isbister

May 2016

The cottage was clean, done up well and modern. It had everything we needed to make our stay in Ireland relaxing and enjoyable. The setting was perfect - quiet yet within reach of all the amenities we needed. We are definitely considering returning again.

Mrs Morgan, August 2016

April 2016

The cottage was clean, done up well and modern.. It had everything we needed to make our stay in Ireland relaxing and enjoyable. The setting was perfect - quiet yet within reach of all the amenities we needed. We are definitely considering returning again.

Mr Mc Caughan

August 2015

Liked everything, it was fantastic; the location of the cottage, facilities and things to see. We will definitely be back.

Isbister, April 2016

Liked everything, it was fantastic; the location of the cottage, facilities and things to see.. We will definitely be back.

July 2015

We loved the Cottage, it was very central. We will be back!

Margaret C

Watch House is conveniently located in Knightstown and is a good place to stay and explore Valentia Island. The house has everything you need but is a bit smaller than the pictures reflect.

Mr Mc Caughan, August 2015

We loved the Cottage, it was very central.. We will be back!

Mr Sanftleben

April 2015

This house and the island are a paradise for everybody, no matter if young or old.

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March 2015

This house and the island are a paradise for everybody, no matter if young or old..

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Watch House Cottage in Valentia Island, Kerry