Crookhaven, Mizen Head, County Cork (13874)

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You are viewing a holiday cottage to rent in Crookhaven, Mizen Head, County Cork. It is a Detached House.

This stunning property is located just 1.5 miles from the pretty fishing village of Crookhaven, with its three piers, sailing club, craft shops and seafood bar/restaurant. This holiday home has a spacious lounge with a wood burning stove, free internet access and magnificent sea views of Fastnet Rock, Cockle Beach and Barley Cove. There are scenic trips, hill walking and a horseriding centre in Skull only 12 miles away, whilst Mizen Vision centre is home to an award winning Maritime museum.

Local Amenities

Shop. Pub. Restaurant 2 miles. Beach 1 mile. Lakeside 3 miles.

Accommodation Details

GF: lounge/kitchen/diner, utility room, conservatory, wetroom. FF: 2 doubles 1 with ensuite toilet only, twin, bathroom with shower over bath.

Extra Details

Electricity by meter read, storage heaters, wood burner with starter pack, linen and towels included, cot, high chair, stair gate, TV, dvd player, CD, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, w/machine, dryer, electric heaters, internet access, hairdryer, welcome pack, fully enclosed garden, sitting out area, garden furniture, private off road parking. Sorry no pets. ~There is free internet access available for holidaymakers use.

Crookhaven (1.5 miles) is a very picturesque and pretty fishing village with three piers, three pubs/bars serving local seafood, a sailing club where sailing courses are available, grocery shop, craft shop and restaurant. There is live music in the village most summer nights and it is possible to buy fresh lobster, fish and Crab from the local fishermen. In the winter months the village is very quiet and peaceful but there is always a warm open fire and welcome in O'Sullivans bar.

Visit Mizen Vision Centre at Ireland's most southerly point. An award winning Maritime Museum and Heritage Attraction, this authentic all-weather experience is a must-see with its spectacular location on high cliffs with swirling Atlantic Ocean tides. From the Car park and Visitor Centre, the Signal Station is a ten minute walk along the path, down the 99 steps and across the Arched Bridge, the Mizen is famous for its wildflowers and sightings of wildlife, dolphins, whales, seals, gannets, kittiwakes, choughs * the bird migration north-south flight path is just a mile off shore. See www.mizenhead.net for more details.

Goleen (4 miles) Goleen village was built during the nineteenth century at a crossroads where a cattle fair was regularly held. You will notice the wide road winding through the village where all the houses were originally built as shops. Falling away left of the village is the hidden harbour from which the village takes its name. 'Goilin' (little inlet) is easily recognisable once you venture down the lane beside O'Meara's pub. Although the harbour dries at low tide, giving great feeding for a variety of wildlife including fox and a pheasant, there is a deepwater quay at the entrance to accommodate fishing boats and yachts.

The well know fishing village and sailing centre of Schull (12 miles) for a wealth of amenities, 18 hole golf course, water sports, horse riding and ferry trips to Cape Clear and islands.

Traditional Music 2 miles. Fishing 3 miles. Horse riding 8 miles. Childrens Playground 9 miles.

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