36 Shearwater, Kinsale, Ireland
#22 of 27 vacation rentals in Kinsale
Guests' ChoiceBased on 30 apartment reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.3
Location
9.8
Facilities
8.2
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.0
Free WiFi
10.0
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Reviewed: October 26, 2023
Josephine
Irelandlocation excellent
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: September 28, 2023
Roberta
United States of AmericaThe title “luxury” is a stretch. This is a basic apartment that shows wear. It could use some work. The cleaning is a bit lacking as well.
The apartment is located along the waterfront bay in Kinsale. It’s great for walking to restaurants and shops. Quiet, lots of windows that provide natural lighting. The hosts were very nice and friendly about accommodating our late night arrival due to transportation delays.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: August 31, 2023
Ellison
United States of AmericaShower was very small.
Host Michael was wonderful. There were two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Very clean and everything was within walking distance.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: July 20, 2023
Meaghan
CanadaLocation was excellent. Parking on site for small fee. Nice modern apartment.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: June 22, 2023
Nathalie
AustraliaBright lights shining into the second bedroom all night & poor quality blinds meant little sleep for the person in that room. A simple change of window furnishings in both bedrooms really, would make a huge difference to sleep quality. Pillows need an upgrade too. Water pump (in other apartments I think) sounding through the night.
Good location. Lovely host who gave us lots of advise on what to see & do & what to not bother with. Convenient parking. 2 bathrooms very convenient. Lovely towels!
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: November 10, 2022
Linda
IrelandNothing
Michael was an absolute gent, nothing was too much trouble, a great apartment in a great location
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: October 3, 2022
Christine
IrelandOne key for 4 guests was inconvenient
Great location. Parking. Spacious apartment. Clean. Kitchen.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: August 11, 2022
Sean
Irelandnothing
Great location and plenty of space
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: June 5, 2022
Boyle
United States of AmericaThe decoration (or entire lack of any) made it feel very institutional. bathroom fixtures need replacing.
amazing location. very spacious, slept our family of four with plenty of space. The kitchen was fully furnished which made it nice.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: February 21, 2022
Navanman
IrelandLocation was excellent. The owner was very accommodating.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: December 28, 2021
Áine
IrelandThat we weren't there longer
Spotlessly clean, comfortable and great location. Quiet. Ger was very friendly and helpful. Very happy with our stay 😊
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: October 22, 2021
Vicky
NetherlandsGreat location. Large, spacious and light apartment. (#48). Comfortable beds.
Could have done with more cups, spoons and bowls.
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: September 12, 2021
Eleanor
IrelandWarm and helpful welcome from host. Perfect location for exploring Kinsale and surrounding area. Secure parking for small additional cost. All comforts of home.
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: November 6, 2023
John
United KingdomThe word luxury does not describe this property.Adequate for a very short stay is realistic. The tap in the shower room was broken and the shower was poor. The furniture and decor was shabby. The flat had not been cleaned properly there was some out of date milk and yogurt in the fridge
The location was perfect close to the harbour and a short walk from restaurants bars and shops.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 4, 2023
Aoife
IrelandAppartment was very clean and in an excellent location.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: August 9, 2023
Jean-christophe
FranceWelcoming not friendly at all. Harassment by email prior to arriving. No efficient support. No hot water available on first night.
Wonderfully equipped. Nice location in the town. Large flat.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: July 15, 2023
Dean
AustraliaThe property was tired and needs some tender loving car.
Location
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: May 20, 2023
Wayne
IrelandNothing really more pillows? Bigger shower in reg bathroom otherwise no problem
No breakfast but loved bieng able to walk anywhere in a few minutes
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: March 3, 2023
Fionnuala
IrelandBathrooms need a good revamp. Grout very grubby. Bedding very poor quality.
Location
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: August 15, 2022
Dorothy
United States of Americadefinitely needs a deep clean and sink and shower drains cleaned.
location was great.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: June 30, 2022
Anthony
IrelandCurtains on bedroom windows. Room very bright at night.
Very clean & within walking distance of town. Very quite location & underground parking.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: October 19, 2021
Kathleen
United KingdomN/A
N/A
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: January 3, 2023
Franz
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: October 15, 2022
Ross
AustraliaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in October 2022
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