Reviews of Herlihy's, Half-Way-House
Killarney, Farranfore, Ireland
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Reviewed: September 9, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewQuirky property - very spacious and comprehensive facilities
Taps in bathroom washbasin provided only a trickle. Had to resort to filling up a bowl several times from tap in the next door laundry room. Bed was only a basic double and the mattress was not of "hotel level quality"
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. No guest has ever before complained about the taps, thank you for bringing them to my attention. I would point out, that as Herlihy's is a rental property, that the taps are percussion taps, installed to prevent accidents/flooding. Therefore they are designed to flow more slowly than traditional taps. The bed is a standard double bed size sleigh bed as listed. Unfortunately, a mattress is very much to personal taste and requirements. But the one supplied is guaranteed to be of the highest quality available. It was unfortunate you didn't get to finish the run you were competing in, but hopefully next year you will. Therefore, I was delighted to be able to facilitate a late checkout, so you did not have to wait too long at the airport 1.5km down the road.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. No guest has ever before complained about the taps, thank you for bringing them to my attention. I would point out, that as Herlihy's is a rental property, that the taps are percussion taps, … Show more
Reviewed: July 24, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewIt was a most unique quirky property in an excellent central location for exploring the area. The kitchen sitting area was the former pub but beautifully adapted providing everything you need whilst retaining many of the original features. The apartment is spotlessly clean and comfortable with good quality bed linen and towels provided. Marie is a delightful lady who lives next door who has excellent knowledge and recommendations for things to do and see. Parking is behind the property and also a very pretty garden . We had a most enjoyable week staying at Herlihy’s and would highly recommend.
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Thank you so much for your kind review. It was lovely to meet you both. I look forward to seeing you again in the future.
Reviewed: June 15, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewHerlihy’s was centrally located to all of the best the region has to offer. Marie was an excellent host who has created a unique property. Easy to access parking onsite, and there is a fabulous and well provisioned general store across the road - so convenient. Having a clothesline was a added bonus, but there is access to a dryer if it’s not an outside drying day. The place is spotlessly clean. Would recommend if you’re looking for a base to explore the area.
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Thank you so much for your kind words Lisa. It was my pleasure to be your host.
Reviewed: May 19, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe convenience, good public transport options to Killarney and Tralee, good local pub, good mini supermarket across the road, lovely weather, nice friendly neighbours and towns folk, the lovely garden and useful clothesline. Marie’s help and advice and charm, especially the logistics of allowing us to leave our luggage without having to lug it to Kerry airport to collect our hire car for onward journey
Initially the busy road was concerning, but not an issue after orientation, quite safe and Herlihys well insulated, not disturbed during the night….nor during the day.
Many thanks for your mostly positive feedback.
Reviewed: October 29, 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewThe apartment was a lovely, clean, quaint & quiet place that used to be a family run bar. The kitchen is still in the style of the bar and has all the modern facilities for making food and a relaxing area to watch TV. The bedroom and bathroom are stylish & very comfortable. Marie was a very helpful and accommodating host thank you.
Reviewed: October 28, 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: September 20, 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewReally interesting & unusual place steeped in history. Lovely accomodation, very clean & comfortable. Had everything we needed. Marie is a great host.
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Reviewed: August 13, 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewGreat place, just in between the 2 peninsulas, it allowed us to visit both places and come back to a nice bed :)
The town is really tinny, you need to be strategic with the logistics for dinner or you won't be able to eat at night.
Reviewed: July 14, 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewThis house is perfectly placed to easily see the area. As well as being on a main road and near the fantastic national park it is only 10 mins walk from the station and the train to Kilarney takes 15 mins. The decor is fun, colourful and quirky! we loved it! the outside spaces are a bonus and its all very pretty and well kept.
Maybe being able to open a window in the main living room as it was a touch stuffy at night but the sofa bed was really comfortable.
Reviewed: June 22, 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewA lovely quirky place. In a perfect location for exposing Dingle peninsula and the ring of Kerry. And our host, Marie, was very welcoming and helpful.
It’s at a rather busy intersection so there is some traffic noise. Nothing that kept us awake though
Reviewed: June 12, 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: May 26, 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewSpacious and unique space. Huge shower and really clean. Host was more than helpful with any question I may have had. Off street parking and shared outdoor space.
Quite far from city center of Killarney with not many options for food/conveniences without a car.
Thank you for your kind words and I am glad you enjoyed your stay, despite Herlihy's being 15km from Killarney as stated in the listing. There is a supermarket across the road from Herlihy's, a take away two doors down, a pub/restaurant and coffee shop at the other end of the village (menus for all three are available in the kitchen/living area), approximately a three minute walk away.
Thank you for your kind words and I am glad you enjoyed your stay, despite Herlihy's being 15km from Killarney as stated in the listing. There is a supermarket across the road from Herlihy's, a take away two doors down, a pub/restaurant and… Show more
Reviewed: October 29, 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewIt was a unique experience , spotlessly clean, everything you could need was available onsite or a stones throw away
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Thanks Aileen.
Reviewed: October 2, 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: July 24, 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewIncredible property, couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Reviewed: July 14, 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewGood location for travelling. Quirky felt like home. Well presented, everything you needed was supplied. Marie the host was very pleasant and helpful, would definitely recommend staying here.
Reviewed: May 1, 2023 · Stayed in May 2023
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