Weekend Breaks at Riverbank Barn

Weekend breaks in Cork don’t have to be in the city. And a West Cork hotel room with private hot-tub and jacuzzi? Forget it. This is a West Cork cottage retreat. Peaceful but offering character accommodation close to Skibbereen, Baltimore, Glandore, Schull and Bantry.Riverbank Cottage and Riverbank Barn are authentic 150 – year old traditional stone buildings that have been restored to offer luxurious self-catering accommodation. They are linked by a south-facing conservatory and can be rented as separate units or one large property.

Riverbank Barn is entered at the first floor level via the old stone steps. Duck your head as you enter the open-plan living area. Compact yet cosy, Riverbank Barn is simply a great place to chill out. There is a small kitchen with oven, hob, microwave, fridge and dishwasher and a small table for two. The settee faces the flat screen TV on the stone wall. You’ll also find satellite TV, a DVD, CD player and iPod dock.

But it is downstairs that makes Riverbank Barn one of our most popular cottages for couples.

From the living area, a wrought iron spirial staircase leads to a large bedroom. (the staircase is steep so not suitable for people with walking difficulties or couples with toddlers).

The 2 metre wide bed takes pride of place and in the corner sits the bedroom double jacuzzi. There is a second TV for bedtime viewing. There is an en-suite bathroom with romantic double shower unit.

Outside there is a two tiered deck. On the lower tier is your own private hot-tub overlooking the countryside and with the sound of the river for company. During the summer months you can also enjoy eating al-fresco on the upper wooden deck overlooking the countryside – and in winter sit out here at night, gaze at the stars and listen to the river – fabulous.

In winter we recommend Riverbank Barn for short stays as it is cosy but compact. In summer the additional space provided by the deck makes it a more comfortable unit for longer stays.

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