Fall in Love With Something Different.

If you’re dreaming of a romantic escape in West Cork, forget the ordinary hotel stay and discover something far more personal. Just an hour west of Cork, our Cottages for Couples offer a collection of intimate, luxury hideaways created exclusively for two, each with their own private hot tub.

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A wooden sign reading "The Treehouse" hangs in front of a large treehouse surrounded by green trees and a gravel path.

River Lodges

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Cosy attic living room with exposed beams, stone walls, two sofas, a yellow armchair, coffee table, TV, and glass doors with floral curtains leading outside.

Treehouses

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A spacious bedroom with a double bed, colourful wallpaper, two pop art cushions, a work desk, wooden flooring, and a patterned rug.

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Who we are

Our story began with restoring West Cork’s old stone cottages using traditional skills and reclaimed materials. Today, that same craftsmanship defines our treehouses and riverside eco-lodges, thoughtfully designed to blend into their natural surroundings. Stay with us for a peaceful escape rooted in nature and comfort.

Cottages for Couples Bio
A spacious bedroom with a double bed, colourful pillows, a wooden floor, a dining table with chairs, and a door leading outside. The decor features a nature-themed mural and bright accents.
A bottle of champagne and two glasses in an ice bucket on a bed, decorated with rose petals and a heart-shaped cushion in a warmly lit bedroom.

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Customer Reviews

Abby

We had the pleasure of staying in River Lodge 2, and the experience was truly exceptional. The lodge was immaculately presented, super cosy, and thoughtfully equipped with everything we could possibly need. The hot tub was incredibly comfortable, and the bottle of Prosecco awaiting us on arrival was a lovely and much-appreciated touch.

Julia

Just back from a 2 – night stay and honestly the best experience ever. Location is spot on, minutes away from Skibbereen, highly recommend farmer’s market, amazing food and coffee! Lovely cottage, bottle of prosecco on arrival was a nice surprise. In my opinion it’s great value for money and already looking forward to our next visit.

Seakay

Just came back from a stay in The River Lodge 1. Would highly recommend, we had a great stay and the room was fantastic. Just a quick walk into Skibbereen town if you want to get a coffee or go to the pub, will definitely go back.

Ava

We stayed for two nights in the treehouse and it was absolutely stunning. The whole experience was perfect from booking it from right up until leaving. Place was spotless. Very pleasant hosts. Would highly recommend Cottages for couples!!

Ria

Amazing experience from start to finish. Great recommendations and super helpful and easy to contact. The hot tub is unreal, great experience. Super impressed with the architecture. Would highly recommend!

Awards - Simply the Best

For the past 5 years our Cottages, Treehouses and River Lodges have been judged to be the ‘Best of the Best’ by Trip Advisor putting them in the TOP 1% of tourist accommodation worldwide. We let our customers do the talking.

Cottages for Couples is a proud member of the Irish Self-Catering Federation (ISCF) and holds a seat on its board. As part of the National Quality Assurance Framework, all our properties meet high industry standards, ensuring a premium stay for our guests. This initiative, supported by Fáilte Ireland, reinforces our commitment to quality, compliance, and excellence in short-term rentals across Ireland.

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