The LookOut

Tragumna Strand, Skibbereen, Co. Cork P81X859, Skibbereen, Ireland – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.6/10! <small>(score from <b>99</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.4
Scored 9.4
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
99 reviews

Beautiful quiet and comfortable. Fiona and family were great!

Joan United States of America
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The LookOut

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The LookOut offers accommodations in Skibbereen, a 5-minute walk from Trag Beach and 1.4 miles from Tralispeen Bay Beach. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi and free private parking. Outdoor dining is also possible at the guest house. Towels and bed linen are provided in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can also relax in the garden. St Patrick's Cathedral, Skibbereen is 4.9 miles from The LookOut, while Lisellen Estates is 26 miles away. The nearest airport is Cork Airport, 52 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
7.5
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  • Joan
    United States of America United States of America
    “Beautiful quiet and comfortable. Fiona and family were great!”
  • Pollard
    Canada Canada
    “Amazing views!! Wow. We’d love to return with more time to explore the area.”
  • Theresa
    United States of America United States of America
    “Location was gorgeous close to pub with great food. Accommodations were very comfortable and relaxing. We loved Paddy's visits. Highly recommend!”

Hosted by Fiona McCarthy

9.7
9.7
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Fiona McCarthy
Located in the heart of Tragumna , one of the most picturesque villages in WestCork. (of course I am biased!).The Lookout is a very modern accommodation, it has wonderful views in a quiet peaceful area located along the Wild Atlantic Way, just 5km from Skibbereen. At our B&B you can look forward to a relaxing stay, enjoy the sounds of the ocean crashing against the rocks and beach. The Lookout is close to the Blue Flag Beach, Skibbereen Eagle bar/restaurant and offers breathtaking coastal walks.
Tragumna is an extremely safe and quiet village. Im sure you would feel right at home here. What to See and Do: Kayaking: Atlantic Sea Kayaking, Reen Pier & Lough Hyne. Reen Pier is on the way to Union Hall, about a 15 minute drive from the house. Whale Watching: Colin Barnes runs Cork Whale Watch out of Reen Pier. Nic Slocum runs Whale Watch West Cork out of Baltimore. Both tours are excellent. We suggest Cork Whale Watch as the route Colin takes will give you a whole new perspective on the coastline the house looks out onto. In addition, you will pass the seal colony located on the Stags Rocks (the group of rocks you see around the corner). Walking from the house: Tralispeen beach: turn left at Trag beach, follow the road for 1km, then take a left at the T-junction and walk 2-3 km. Towards Castletownshend: Toe Head tower can be reached by taking a right after Tralagoch beach. If you are planning to walk all the way to Castletownshend, be sure to stop at Sandy Cove beach. Nearby sightseeing: Lough Hyne - a must-visit; Rineen woods; Drombeag Stone Circle; Knockdrum Stone Fort; Liss Ard Gardens. Scenic drives: Crookhaven, Barley Cove & The Mizen Head; Bantry, Glengarriff & the Bea
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of The LookOut
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • Mountain view
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Beach
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Basic free Wifi 11 Mbps. Suitable for streaming content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about The LookOut

  • The LookOut is 3.1 miles from the center of Skibbereen. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The LookOut may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at The LookOut is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The LookOut offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Beachfront
    • Beach

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from The LookOut. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The LookOut include:

    • Double