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Ballycleary, Kinvara, Ireland
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Villa Maria B&B
Ranked #9 of 15 Kinvara B&B and Inns
4.0 of 5 stars 11 Reviews
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Simcoe, Ontario, Canada
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Comfortable accomodation and good food.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 November 2011

Jim and Mary were very hospitable and when I asked if we could have a peat fire in the sittingroom he kindly obliged. When I asked if there was an internet cafe close by, Mary offered me her laptop. The town is not within walking distance but we checked it out anyway. Unfortunately the restaurant that we had hoped to eat in had closed earlier that week so we ended up at a take-away which was fine. The room was small but comfortable and we had everything we needed and we had a lovely breakfast in the morning.

Room Tip: We just had to make sure that the bed was long enough for my 6'4" husband.
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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Disappointed that this is what the Irish offer the tourist”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 July 2011

Rooms ok. So noisy wooden floors a disaster , had to order breakfast the night before. Why ? Corded kettle from the stone age. I was actually embarrassed when I saw the spainish tourists checking in come on guys can Ireland not offer the visitors to our country something better. Would not think it gets any repeat business.

  • Stayed July 2011
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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New York City, New York
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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“Mediocre”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 July 2011

I booked this because of the "assured tea and coffee on arrival" - not only because I like a nice Irish cup of tea, but because I think it says something about the standard. There was, unfortunately, no sign of such an offer on arrival. Everything was fine, breakfast was not special at all. Very basic. But clean and comfortable and inexpensive. I am still wondering about the "singing on request" that's in the brochure in the rooms. I'd still prefer a tea...

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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Sandy Hook, Connecticut
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“delightful!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 July 2011

The owners were helpful, the food and rooms were fine.

  • Stayed June 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Good Value but small”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 July 2010

Nice enough little B&B on the approach road to Kinvarra from the East suitable for a one night stop-over.
Owners are friendly.
The room we had is tres Bijou - ie small. Bed was clean and comfy, but our stay was let down by little nuisances.
1. Wooden flooring throughout, so very noisy, particularly if you are on the ground floor.
2. TV barely receives RTE 1 and 2. The only channels too !
3. Kettle is corded and has to be taken in its entirety to the small bathroom for refilling.
4. No showergel in the shower cubicle. Had to use the basin pump dispenser.
5. No internet coverage in the area. (not the owners fault I know)

Breakfast was filling, and well prepared. Breakfast taken in the conservatory at the front of the B&B - again a little cramped, and has to be taken in timed sittings.

Overall - I'd say an adequate place to stay for one night whilst exploring the area, if you want a no frills place to stay. Take some ear plugs. Owners are pleasant and well intentioned.

  • Stayed July 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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