2 Stoney Step, Higher O'Connell, Kinsale, Ireland
#11 of 30 vacation rentals in Kinsale
Guests' ChoiceBased on 55 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.6
Staff
9.2
Value for money
9.0
Free Wifi
10.0
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Reviewed: September 12, 2025
Lisa
CanadaWas disappointed in the cleanliness. Smelly messy garbage was left in the small garbage can in the kitchen and dishwasher was full. We did not know if the dishes were clean or dirty. Although not the owners fault, neighbor parked their car half into our parking space so we had to park down at the pier our second night.
Fantastic location. Easy walking distance to restaurants and shops. Living area was spacious and comfortable. Ruth was helpful in directions and keys. Pictures on listing are very accurate.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: August 27, 2025
Darren
United StatesLiterally steps from everything!! The location is excellent!! The owner Ruth was so helpful and lovely!!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: May 29, 2025
Maureen
United StatesGreat location. Ruth could not have been nicer helping us find our way.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 19, 2025
Justin
United StatesThis was a wonderful place. I can't imagine a better location. It even had a full washer and dryer and they provided soap. The view was also nice. Ruth met us at check-in and gave us lots of tips about the town.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 17, 2025
Philip
IrelandLocation was great, could not be better. The home was modern and very tidy. All the facilities we needed were there. Communication was superb and our local contact was very generous with time.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 2, 2025
Hickman
United StatesToliet seats were loose
Location great
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: April 24, 2025
Elizabeth
United StatesThe address provided wasn't correct.
Fanatic location, plenty of room for the family with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 13, 2025
Donnacha
IrelandHost very accessible & friendly Unbelievable location right by the centre Car parking space Clear check out procedure Great weekend
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: January 21, 2025
Sarah
AustraliaIt was perfect for us. No complaints!
We advised we were close to arriving and Ruth had kindly put the heating on, Xmas treats on the table and advised the door was unlocked with key on the table. 20 minutes after arrival Ruth came by to ensure we had settled in, had everything we needed and showed us how everything worked. So lovely.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: October 24, 2024
Aaron
CanadaNot Applicable
Great location within walking distance of anything you could need in Kinsale. Lots of restaurants and shops a short walk away.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: September 30, 2024
Jill
New ZealandThe dirty dish sponge, there was no cloth to wipe the kitchen bench. A little extra attention to cleaning would be ideal, as well as the mattress & pillow covers.
Great location, the house was ideal for our needs. With a bonus of washing facilities. The conservatory was nice. Everything we needed was there.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 17, 2024
Patricia
United StatesDirections to the place could be improved, as there are many #2s on Higher O’Connell.
Loved everything about the accommodation
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 15, 2024
Rossana
United StatesThis place was perfect for our family trip in Kinsale. The place is pretty much like the pictures. Location was awesome. You could just walk to all kinds of restaurants and places. We would stay here again if we revisit Kinsale.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 11, 2024
Stephanie
United StatesLumpy twin mattress. No paper towels, Kleenex, soap and shampoo.
Quiet, comfortable and easy access to town. Good amenities.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: August 31, 2024
David
United StatesNever met Ruth. Hard to find!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 26, 2024
Tadhg
Irelandwould have like to have been able to bring a pet dog and kept her outside. check out time was a little early at 1000hrs but other than that, great location and nice people to deal with. House was perfect.
great spot
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: July 23, 2024
Rand
United StatesOften rentals have at least a few kitchen staples on hand -- salt and pepper, ketchup, coffee, cooking oil, etc. It would be nice to have these available, to facilitate some cooking
We made our own breakfast... Location could not have been more perfect -- up high, with a view of the town and its rooftops, and the water... but right out our down was the staircase down to the center of town. If your goal is to explore Kinsale but also have a bit of remove and quiet, you couldn't do better.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 5, 2024
Lisa
United StatesThe check in instructions could be a little more clear, but we quickly got in touch with someone who was able to tell us exactly where it was and how to get in.
It is such a cute property. It is very clean, is so nicely decorated, and very close to everything.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 5, 2024
Kelli
United StatesLocation was perfect
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: June 28, 2024
Alison
CanadaNespresso machine did not have any pods We had an ant infestation on the sun room sliding doors , we dealt with it using ant spray & the vacuum
Great location in the town , with a nice view . Bright and clean property
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 4, 2024
Jordi
New ZealandThe communication, check in instructions and parking instructions are very poor via the booking.com messaging. We were using a different phone number as we are overseas and we didn’t know how to get in and messaging the owner (I think) via booking.com was useless because they just gave us the caretakers phone number again (which we couldn’t call using our phone). The caretaker had called our other number. Also note that maps won’t take you to the correct location. I think these processes need to be streamlined and there needs to be clear communication from the outset.
Excellent location, Ruth the caretaker was lovely and friendly.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: December 2, 2023
Depenaloza
United StatesThe address listed in Booking.com was incorrect, so it took us a bit to figure it out. We alerted the manager so that should be resolved going forward.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 9, 2023
Tony
United KingdomEverything we needed, plenty of towels, comfortable beds. All the things you need with children, washer, dryer, dishwasher, coffee maker etc etc. location was brilliant, literally 2 minutes down stoney steps and you in the centre by the harbour…..and pubs…….lots of pubs 😀
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: October 4, 2023
Natalie
United KingdomThe check out time is very early and doesn't feel value for money. We however were very grateful to be allowed to leave our bags as it was pouring.
Lovely property - superb and helpful Marie made everything as easy as it could be
Stayed in September 2023
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