The Lodge, Monkstown

Lovely quiet cottage. Blåithe was a very friendly host offering up local knowledge on where to visit. A nice 15 minute drive from Cork.

Locatie en gastvrijheid

Molto curato parcheggio davanti casa. Il letto comodissimo.

Il bagno piccolo senza una mensola per appoggiare le cose e non c’era luce nello specchio. Abbastanza scomodo come posizione

This is a Beautifully restored property on the brow overlooking passage west. And Dee is really helpful and welcoming

Tolles modernes Appartement Alles super

Kein TV im Zimmer

Super freundliche Gastgeber, schönes, großes Zimmer, guter Blick aus dem Fenster auf die friedliche Felderlandschaft mit Blick auf eine kleine Hasenfamilie! Gut um nach Cork zu kommen (mit Bus oder Auto)

Sehr hellhörig. Es gibt nicht besonders viele Essensangebote, die man fußläufig erreichen kann.

The bathroom is not in the room. It is located across the hallway from the bedroom. It was very difficult to fix my hair without a decent mirror.

Camera pulitissima, molto ben arredata, con gusto. Lascia una piacevole sensazione di accogliente. Il proprietario molto gentile, e premuroso.

Un po isolata

localisation pratique pour visiter en prenant le bac la ville de Cobh et prendre le train pour Cork

RAS

Immersa nella campagna assolutamente silenziosa. Camera spaziosa, letto formidabile. Bagno nuovissimo con ampia doccia.

Decoració encatandora. Tracte molt amable i servicial.

I had a lovely stay at the Lodge, the hosts were very friendly and helpful, providing information about places locally to go walking, go out to eat and even provided a suggested itinerary of activities to do in Cork when I asked which were excellent. My upstairs room had a stunning vista of the barley fields and neighbouring farmland. It was nice to stay in a small village just a short drive from Cork as it was very peaceful and felt safe, particularly as a solo traveller. The bed was comfy and it was very clean. Thanks for an awesome stay. Highly recommend

The floor was quite creaky, I was conscious of the people staying in the room below. The only thing which could have made the room better would be a small refrigerator so I could keep milk and yogurt cold to have for breakfast. I of course knew there wasn't one when I booked so it was no problem.

Wir wurden sehr freundlich empfangen. Auf unsere Frage nach einer Einkühlmöglichkeit für Reiseproviant und Getränke, haben wir einen kleinen Kühlschrank ins Zimmer gestellt bekommen. Das war großartig. Die Parkmöglichkeit direkt vor dem Haus war sehr praktisch.

Cute property

The pillows were too hard that’s all

Bed was comfortable. First really good night’s sleep I’ve had since arriving from Australia a few days ago. Donal was great and gave me lots of good suggestions for my time there and as I continue my roadtrip around Ireland.

It was a little noisy when there was someone else staying upstairs but not too bad.

Clean comfortable room and bed with a good shower. The ghost was very helpful with recommendations for food and our onwards travel.

Peaceful ! Clean and comfortable

I would a fridge would be good for the room

Beautiful accommodation in a peaceful area

In summer the room could do with black out curtains

Świetna łazienka, pokój OK.Dojazd pod same drzwi

Dla dwóch osób dwa mniejsze łóżka byłyby wygodniejsze niż małżeńskie

Heerlijk rustige ligging; erg ruime kamer

Jammer dat je niet buiten kunt zitten (het was zo’n mooi weer)

Lovely property, very clean and comfortable

It felt like home. The host was very friendly and she recommended some nice places to eat and visit. It was very quiet and close to beautiful places in co. Cork.

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Location very peaceful. Parking not a problem.

A box of tissues alongside the tea/coffee equipment would be useful to maintain cleanliness. A shelf in the bathroom area would be useful.

It was lovely and so Peaceful the house was amazing so fresh and clean l definitely would stay again

There was nothing l didn't like

Host was welcoming. The room was spacious and very comfortable.

Beautifully kept property, lovely quiet location

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Grande chambre et belle salle de bain. Place de parking. Dans l'ensemble c'était propre sauf les velux.

Dommage qu'il y ait pas mal de toiles d'araignée au niveau du velux. La chambre est grande mais il est vraiment dommage justement qu'il n'y ait pas de petit frigo et un porte bagage. Le propriétaire nous a juste remis les clés et basta ! Sinon il faisait très chaud dans la chambre à l'étage et impossible de ventiler dans la journée ou la nuit s'il pleut.

Alles top und so in guter Duft im Vorhaus, Riesengroße Dusche

Nichts auszusetzen

the view into the landscape

No sound proof. Bathroom access through the hallway. No blinds in the bathroom. Tenant running the dryer till midnight, running up/ down the creaky stairs, huge palm plant in the shower area, inadequate furniture!!! random heating& hot water; very slow , interrupting wifi. Addition after the response: Blame the guests: The running of the appliance and the tenant running up and down the stairs until midnight was not a dream, but a nightmare. After my complaints, this annoying noise vanished for the next two nights. And the WiFi was useless. Yes, I was stupid enough and misinterpreted the private bathroom to be remote. However, what disturbed the privacy was the missing blinds. Please note for future advertising, that the room is suitable only for one person. There is only one nightstand, one waggling chair and one rotten chair in the backyard called “garden furniture”. Also avoid to call it a quiet, relaxing place; its very misleading. The surrounding is peaceful, the lodge unfortunately not. Seaview is strange too; it is still the River Lee in Monkstown.

The property was quiet, comfortable and clean

Calme confort propreté

Un peu loin de Cork

Great location. Large room. Very clean and comfortable.

Nothing.

For what you pay, it’s not worth it. No utensils or anything in the room for what you pay. Only soap no conditioner or shampoo. The room was really warm without the heating on. As soon as I arrived the owner demanded to pay more money for my partner to stay which I didn’t realise I had to pay extra for. The location was also far away from everything. Not worth the money spent.

I was such a comfortable room in a beautiful area of Cork. Blaithin was a lovely host and made my checking in very easy. I’ll definitely be back as I visit Cork several times a year on business. Thanks again for a lovely stay.

Chambre confortable et propre conforme aux photos.

Les photos extérieures partagées dans l'annonce sont celles de la maison des propriétaires, qui a bien vu mer, mais qui n'est pas accessible. Les clients sont logés dans une petite maison noire au fond du jardin, avec vue sur un champ. Aucune partie commune n'est accessible, donc pas d'espace pour ramener son repas ou juste se poser quand l'autre personne dort. Nous n'avons jamais vue l'hôtesse, elle n'était pas là à notre arrivée pourtant en début d'après-midi, nous avons du attendre que son fils nous donne les clés et nous accueille sommairement. Peu d'isolation phonique avec les autres chambres : il y a une autre chambre à l'étage et un appartement sur tout le RDC. Escalier très raide pour monter les valises.

Room was fine not enough tea bags.

Too far away from Cork and too remote

The room was very spacious and comfortable. Nice bathroom. The guest house is separated from the private building to assure privacy for everybody. The quiet, residential area is just perfect for a relaxed stay.

It may be difficult to get to the place if you are not used to windy, narrow Cork roads. But the views are worth it.

Quiet location.

Felt that the description on the site didn’t match reality. There was no sea views from the room. The views were out a high window looking at the countryside. The countryside was lovely but not what I believed it would be. There was no shower soap. One had to realise that the hand soap at the basin was for the shower too! Towels were extremely small. More suited to a child than an adult. Someone left conditioner in the shower but that was not removed. The bed was comfortable. Donel was great when we arrived but nothing after that.

The wonderful hosts The decor Fresh and clean

The chair, too low and uncomfortable, table is also too low.

This is my third time staying at the Lodge and I love it. The hosts are always so welcoming and the room is fabulous. The bed is very comfortable and the large shower is great, with nice views over the countryside. It’s a short walk or drive to the nearby restaurant, The Bosun which serves excellent food. A great stay in a quiet location.

Everything was great.

Casa acojedara, limpia y personal amable

Se podía escuchar el ruido de las otras habitaciones

Great location for us. Lovely owner who recommended places to visit & eat in the area.

A piece of heaven

Nothing

Beautiful property in gîte beside owners own home. Its in wonderfully secluded location with views over cork harbour to the front and countryside from our bedroom windows. Host was so friendly and helpful with great insider tips for local places to go, visit and eat at that were not touristy. Room was beautifully decorated and clean. It’s only a short 6min walk down to the local restaurant with stunning walks for miles along the sea front. Felt totally safe with gated entrance.

Nothing. Best I’ve stayed in and I’ve stayed all over the world in top hotels for work!

Es una habitación en una casa privada , la habitación estaba limpia y muy bien decorada . La anfitriona muy amable .

No especifica en booking que es una habitación en una casa privada . En booking en la descripción aparece como Hostal y crea confusión sobretodo si eres de otro País. No puedes utilizar ninguna zona común de la casa únicamente tú habitación. Está muy lejos de transporte y de supermercados , restaurantes…si no traes coche es un problema estar tan alejado en lo alto de una montaña .

La vue sur les champs est agréable. Le logement est situé au calme. La décoration est sobre mais jolie. La chambre était très propre (mais c’est dommage de m’avoir donné une serviette tachée de javel).

L’isolement phonique est terrible : j’entendais à chaque fois que quelqu’un parlait ou rigolait dans la chambre à côté, ainsi qu’à chaque fois qu’une porte était ouverte. C’est dommage qu’il y ait si peu d’intimité. Il y a eu une coupure d’eau et d’électricité sur toute une journée. Cela n’est pas la faute des propriétaires, mais ça aurait été bien d’être prévenue à l’avance.

Nice room, lovely location on top of the hill looking down into Cork harbour, easy access by the local ferry to Cobh.

Take note of the advice for finding the property location, it is easy to get misdirected. You need to be right up on top of the hill with Cork harbour way below.

Beautifully presented and decorated room with a comfortable bed and good shower. Regular and cheap bus into Cork Central and loved the ferry and walk over to Cobh. A really lovely place to stay.

Wonderful hostess and host. Not only was the location spectacular and peaceful with a charming nearby town, we were only 15 minutes from Cork.

Accommodation was great . We're not informed that to use toilet you had to pass through communal area.

The fact that the property was up a very steep hill. Looked into booking again, and seen a mention of the hill. Advising people coming on public transport they may need a car to reach property. The fact you had to cross a common area to bathroom, this alone would have stopped us booking property,but the hill would be a definite NO. Should have been clearly stated that the property was not. SUITABLE FOR ELDERLY OR INFIRM. Would stop a lot of people from booking..

Nice hosts, room comfortable, convenient

Poor soundproofing

La pulizia, l’accoglienza, la disponibilità dell’host

Very cosy

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The accomodation is one of the best we’ve been (and we are frequent travellers). Very clear instructions anc communication with Baithlin. Blaithin was very helpful in general, thanks to her tips we had a great stay. The place is an absolute recomendation!

Everything was perfect

Donal was excellent, could not do enough.

up a hill, need a car.

Donal was the nicest host. Recommended places to myself and my partner. He was always a text away if we needed anything. The place was perfect for a weekend away. The room was lovely and cosy, bathroom was exquisite. I couldn’t have booked a nicer place. We will definitely be returning ☺️

Brilliant host. It was a wonderful peaceful retreat, still accessible to Cobh and Kinsale. You would need a car for sure.

Would have liked a fridge.

Beautiful house, everything new and tastefully decorated, quiet - facing green fields!

My room wasn't en-suute, I had to walk across the hall to the bathroom/shower. Although it was a bathroom to myself! People staying in the first floor above me where quiet noisy, I could hear every step they took early in the morning and late at night.

Stayed here with a colleague for a business visit to Cork. Had trouble getting accommodation in the city but so glad we ended up staying in the Lodge. The rooms were immaculately clean, the shower was powerful and the bed was so comfy. Had a very restful sleep. Also had tea/coffee making facilities in the room which was very welcome.Great WiFi too. I left my charger behind and it was posted back to me. Blaithin is a great host and had plenty of recommendations for places to eat. Highly recommend.

Very clean. Comfortable bed.

Nothing

Beautiful view of Cork port, convenient to bus stop for going to Cork ferry port.

No problems

Very comfortable place, has a really nice bed and bathroom. The room has a nice view and the owner is really kind.

I liked the location. It is a stunning place. The room was beautiful and cosy. The finishing touches in the room were 100% perfect. I liked the quirky old style wardrobe. I liked the fact that water was supplied each day. I liked the extra touch of a birthday card, and the present from the host. It was very humbling to receive. The bed was very comfortable, and the quality of the linen was more than I am used to. The bathroom was very modern and stylish with high spec finishes. The hosts were very attentive and helped make my stay one that I will remember for a long time.

I find it hard to write this because it was my 1st break away in a long time, and I don't want to seem critical. But when I 1st booked the lodge through the booking. Com website I thought that I was getting the full lodge to myself. It was only after correspondence with the host that I got an idea that other people would be staying there also, and it was the room in the lodge that I had booked and paid for. Also, while I was there, I noticed that the lodge had a front living area that looked like it was being renovated, but it was off-limits. It would have been nice to be able to have use of an area like this separate from the bedroom. Finally, the distance from the lodge to somewhere to get something to eat and drink is too far if I want to get a drink. Now I'm not a big drinker, but as I was celebrating an occasion I would have liked the option to either have a drink with my food and walk home or know that there maybe a local taxi that would be able to provide that service. Oh, one last thing the bathroom could do with an extraction fan as it might not always be an option to leave the window open when using the shower.

Location.

No toiletries, no soap or shampoo except leftovers from previous guests. No heat turned on in the rooms. No breakfast available.

Host was always available over phone or message for any queries and service. Host was very organised.

Access to Kitchen could have helped to heat some sandwhiches or food.

It was amazing - the welcome was familiar and the host was extremely friendly - explained everything and had some good tips for the dinner :)

clean and comfortable , pleasant stay

Beautifully situated with wonderful views of Cork Harbour. Accommodating and friendly host. Beautiful private guest accommodation is modern peaceful and comfortable.

The peaceful silence

The location, cleanliness, and friendliness of the hosts were fabulous, I can't comment on this aspect. We stayed here for 3 weeks and everything was clean, quiet, and comfortable. The view and location are excellent, and I recommend it.

I would have liked to be able to use the kitchen. Considering I stayed for 3 weeks, I would have liked to have a space to prepare something quickly. I wouldn't consider that a downside, more a personal preference

Comfortable rooms, clean and quiet. Central location for seeing the Cork and Cobh area. Very restful accommodation.

I liked everything about the Lodge. Beautiful room. Great views. Slept so well. Great shower. Spotlessly clean. Thanks so much Blaíthín.