About Us
Ballynoe House has three luxury self-catering guesthouses situated just 10 minutes from Clonakilty, the multi-award-winning West Cork tourist destination, and within a short walk of several beaches; an ideal location for your holiday on this part of the Wild Atlantic Way. Our blog posts cover events and opportunities for activities in West Cork as well as Ballynoe House which has a Resident Genealogist and Resident Artist.
Press Coverage:
West Cork People (July 2018)
Irish Independent Travel Feature (December 2018)
From Our Blog
- Summer 2019: Remaining Availability (July/August)
- Contacting Us By Telephone
- Reviews & Comments for Ballynoe House
- The Folds Beneath Your Feet
- Heads Up on Dandelions
- Miniature Rock Gardens
- West Cork Rally 2019
- Ballynoe House Offers Excellent Value for Money
- 2019 Accommodation Offers
- Frequently-Asked Questions
- Autism-Friendly Accommodation & Environment
- Clonakilty Festivals
- Safety & Security for our Guests
- Forty Years of Family History Research in 2019
- A Sustainable Holiday Means Booking Direct
- Sandscove – Our Secret Beach
- What Use is Sibling DNA for Family History?
- Sharing Your atDNA Test Results
- Surf’s Up in West Cork
- Clonakilty – Ireland’s Place of the Year for 2017
- Children’s Activities at Ballynoe House
- West Cork People (July 2018 Edition)
- Flexible Family Accommodation
- Self-Catering Doesn’t Necessarily Mean Cooking Yourself
- Attending a Wedding or Event at a Clonakilty-area Hotel?
- The Gypsy in Me
- Partnering with FiveStar International
- A Tour of Ballynoe Mews (Holiday Lets)
- Ballynoe House Holiday Lets
- A Connection to Michael Collins (1890-1922)
- Having a Whale of a Time
- Ballynoe House Presents The Barn House
- The Constant West Cork Gardener
- DNA Solves a 170-Year-Old Family Mystery
- DNA in Family History Research
- Old Postcards of Clonakilty
- A Family Member Who Sank with the SS Titanic
- The Documented Extinction of a Family Name
- The Rewards of Family History
- The O’NEILL Families of Clonakilty
- Ballynoe House Woodland Trail
- How the LOWNEY Family Came to Clonakilty
- Fairy Doors at Ballynoe House
- Cork Airport: The Plane Facts
- The Hand of Hurricane Ophelia
- A Novel Holiday Destination
- A History of Accommodation
- Galley Head Lighthouse
- Timelapse Photos of the Build
- Sub-Townlands of Dunowen, Ardfield
Reviews & Comments for Ballynoe House
Reviews
We thank those guests who have been minded to review their stay through our Facebook page, OTA, FreetoBook and/or on Google maps. Reviews are posted here.
Press Articles:
West Cork People
Irish Independent
Reviews from Guests (FreetoBook Direct Booking)
The View over Ballynoe House towards Galley Head
2019 – Our First Full Season
“We have been looking to return to the area for some time. What influenced us is the location – proximity to scenery, beaches, Pub (grub), Clon for shopping and plenty of excursion options to stay outdoors as much as possible. Your property also seems very comfortable indeed. The website and the general ease of navigation & no-fuss booking facilitated an impetuous purchase while the mood was right; this is an important factor for online sales and your website and payment process has that so well done.” – Alex, Ireland
“Lovely high standard self-catering accommodation, in a peaceful countryside location. In close reach (by car) of charming Clonakilty as well as other country towns and coastal attractions. The hosts (who live nearby) are friendly and helpful, keen to help guests enjoy their stay. The cottage in which I stayed had single beds side by side rather than a double. The complex of several cottages makes the venue suitable for larger groups as well as individual holiday-makers.” Glenda, Australia (on Google Maps).
“Is very relaxed place and modern house. 2 big rooms with private bathroom and another bathroom for guests.”
“I really enjoy this area …….very quiet…. peaceful in the house….very modern…… you can find the most important stuff you need for your stay. Is warm cosy……I project to back in May. Not too far from Clonakilty shops.”
– Samir, UK (Guest in 1 Ballynoe Mews)
“A quick shout out to Ballynoe House for the accommodation this weekend. Lovely place would highly recommend it.” – Nabila Tejpar, British Ladies Rally Champion; West Cork Rally Weekend 2019.
“Very comfortable and clean accommodation, could not find a fault with anything. Owner was very pleasant and helpful. I would highly recommend Ballynoe House. We had an excellent meal in O’Donovan’s Hotel in Clonakilty and a guided tour of the recently opened Clonakilty Distillery. We had great Craic in The Mountain House Steak and Seafood Bar in Ardfield.” – Eddie O’Donnell Jr, Rally Driver, Isle of Mull
“This was a well equipped, immaculately presented, modern Courtyard cottage, great countryside location with local shop and pub nearby. I would definitely stay here again. Also excellent West Cork rally viewing.” – Simon Proud, Rally co-driver.
2018 – Our First Summer Season
“Our second stay of the holiday – a rental mews at Ballynoe House, 10 minutes from Clonakilty – is another dramatic antidote to the stale air of the indoor playcentres we’ve been hanging around in Dublin. Our two start every day looking for little people in a fairy wood in the surrounding meadows created by the owners, Felicity and Mark Grace, while we adults admire the lavender gardens and kind of high-end finish that wouldn’t be out of place in an IFSC penthouse. The bathroom mirrors come on when you wave your hand underneath.” (Anne Marie Walsh, The Irish Independent).
“We so enjoyed our stay at Ballynoe House. It was the perfect place for a reunion of family and friends. Mark and Felicity have created a real haven in one of the most beautiful places in West Cork. We loved walking to Sand’s Cove and exploring the fairy garden. The layout of the house is wonderful for large groups. Each bedroom has an en-suite. We especially loved gathering around the huge dining table and eating together at the end of the day. Thanks so much. We won’t hesitate to recommend your lovely place to friends.” (Wayne & Mary, California, USA)
“Excellent property in quiet location safe for children with lots of space to play – New property with top end equipment and very spacious. Fairy garden for children to entertain them. Fruit bowl and flowers were a nice touch.”
“Facilities were top end. Nice finishing touches with fruit bowl and flowers left in the house.” – Helen, Ireland (Guest in The Barn House)
“We enjoyed so much spending a fortnight there with our grand-children and children: just amazing: very high standard of property, quiet, such a good welcome by the owners who are available and very helpful. The area is just incredibly attractive, tradition and modernity, breathtaking landscapes and nice people. A destination and property we advise without hesitation…Just wonderful !!!” – Evelyne, France (Guests in The Barn House & 1 Ballynoe Mews)
Open House – Sunday 8th April 2018
We had more than 100 visitors who took the opportunity to look around the holiday accommodation. Thanks to their generosity we also raised €639 for the Irish Cancer Society.
Some of the comments posted on our Facebook page after the event:
“You have completed a very inviting, extremely modern and comfortable selection of what I can only say is 5 Star self catering houses in beautiful West Cork”
“Well done Felicity & Mark !! You have done a wonderful development in ‘Ballynoe’. ”
“Lovely to see your new venture. Great welcome. Standard and attention to detail amazing in an amazing location. Well done with your fundraising.”
“Beautiful property.”
“Congratulations Mark and Felicity, wishing you every success with your new development, it is first class.”
“Looks fantastic, you should be very proud of yourselves.”
“Mark & Felicity, congratulations on developing such a beautiful rental property! Wishing you every success in your new business.”
It was interesting to receive many of the same comments from our visitors, and enquiries about the suppliers and contractors who did such a great job for us:
The Barn House –
St. Patrick’s Day / West Cork Rally Weekend 2018 – Soft Opening Period
During this weekend we were pleased to host two rally teams and supporting family in the Barn House, and one team in 1 Ballynoe Mews.
Mark Dolphin waved on by family during West Cork Rally 2018
9 March 2018 – “Just stayed here the last few nights and it was amazing. Accommodation was to a very high standard and the location is so quiet and beautiful. Mark and Felicity Grace were great to deal with . We will definitely be returning here.” – Mark, Ireland (West Cork Rally; Guest in The Barn House)
Phil Collins’ Rally Car – The first guest at 1 Ballynoe Mews (2018 West Cork Rally); The man once called a nut-case by the 3 times F1 World Champion Ayrton Senna.
23 February 2018 – Test Opening
“Exceptional. A long weekend at Number 2 Mews Ballynoe House was just the tonic for our family. Superior accommodation in delightful surroundings. The wild sea, beaches and stargazing was just amazing. First visit to Ireland and will definitely return. Thank you to Mark and Felicity for a warm welcome and allowing us to enjoy your beautiful home.” – Ben & Family