Kilkee Bolthole

Lose yourselves in the dramatic beauty of the spectacular Loop Head Peninsula when you book this cosy County Clare retreat. Sleeping two guests, but with the possibility of welcoming four if a sofa bed is made up, this enchanting, one-bedroom Irish hideaway makes an idyllic retreat for couples or small families. Situated less than 1 mile from the famous stone arches of the Bridges of Ross and 2 miles from Kilbaha, it sits in lawned gardens just 250 from the sea.

Open the front door to the single-storey stone cottage and enter to find a warm welcome in its friendly, open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. Lay a fire in the wood burner then make yourself a cup of tea to enjoy as it crackles gently and you unwind on the sofa in front of the TV. The kitchen is well designed with everything you will need to cater for yourselves and dine together during your stay. There is also a useful utility room where you can wash and dry your walking clothes or beachwear. At the end of each fabulous day away, amble through to the inviting double bedroom, with its iron bed and revealed stonework. Awake to enjoy a good soak under the hot shower in the family shower room. Make the most of your excellent outside space on fine days. Take in the far-reaching views when the sun is shining and pop open a bottle of wine under the stars on clear nights. There is private, off-road parking at the cottage.

Venture into Kilkee, 12 miles away, to explore the shops and dine out in a friendly Irish pub or restaurant. Spend time on its sandy beach, which is popular with families and surfers. Visit Kilbaha, 2 miles away, where you can book a sea fishing or dolphin spotting boat trip.

Need to know

– 1 double bedroom

– 1 shower room, with WC

– Electric cooker, microwave, fridge and freezer

– Washing machine and tumble dryer

– Wood burner

– TV

– Large lawned garden, with outdoor furniture

– Private, off-road parking

– Shop 6 miles, pub and restaurant 2.5 miles, beach 12 miles

– Sleeps 2+2 with a double sofa bed