Sherkin Island is a truly beautiful location. So we were pleased to be able to stay on the island as part of our summer holidays in Ireland. The location is great, overlooking a very picturesque bay, where the owners impressive looking sail boat is docked. It was, however, a very muddy walk up the dirt track to the house in... More

Having travelled all around Ireland in the past, we had yet to explore much of the south coast, and in particular the islands along the south coast. We have made it a habit while traveling in Ireland, and the rest of Europe as well, to always try and stay in apartments or B&B's. Horseshoe Cottage seemed to the opportunity to... More

Showed up at 4:30. Was informed we had been double booked so the owner was giving us her room which wasn't ready. Dropped off the bags & headed off to explore the island. Cottage in a lovely location but unfortunately we had a very poor sleep. Room was stuffy, the window was very small so when opened it really didn't... More

well didn't really get a chance to know how nice was this place , because despite talking on the phone to the owner Josephine and giving her my credit card details, I had the suprise to be told she "forgot" my booking !!! Thanks god I checked with her a week before our arrival otherwise it could have spoiled our... More

A real Irish cottage, the warmest welcoming hostess, the yummiest Irish bread, the best organic garden, landscape and views to feast your eyes on, conversation to last a lifetime, a friendly pub close by that serves a good meal with conversation, peaceful and friendly island neighborhood, beautiful healthy hens to add to your Irish breakfast AND a confident and capable... More

Joe and Fiona were great host and provided a wonderful breakfast in the morning. Would recommend going for a sail, if you have ever had an interest in sailing! Joe has a beautiful boat and the scenery around the islands are great. More