Dunkerron is a luxury self catering manor in a scenic woodland surrounding.

8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Breakfast available

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Kenmare, Kerry

Kenmare Heritage Centre4 min drive
Kenmare Stone Circle5 min drive
Moll's Gap11 min drive
Killarney (KIR-Kerry)63 min drive

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

1 King Bed

Bedroom 8

1 King Bed

9 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 8

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 9

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

About this property

Dunkerron is a luxury self catering manor in a scenic woodland surrounding a short distance outside Kemnare town. Nestling quietly on the shores of Kenmare Bay, Dunkerron also features the ruins of an old Irish castle, beautiful mountain views.

Dunkerron is situated on a 55 acre estate which guests are always encouraged to explore. The property also features a private bay about 20 minutes walk along our woodland path from the house. The deck overlooking the bay is an ideal location for relaxing picnics.

The house itself has seven luxurious bedrooms, all upstairs, and each one with an en-suite bathroom. Each bathroom is equipped with a power shower. Downstairs, the house boasts a modern, well equipped kitchen, a playroom (with a table tennis and a pool table), and a beautiful conservatory. The house also has a vestibule, a living room and a dining room with a large table which seats up to 16, each of which can be heated by our log fires.

While the house is normally rented on a self catered basis, catering services are available locally.

Please note that we can only accept Friday-Friday bookings in June, July and August due to availability of cleaning staff.

Property manager

Moya Gubbins

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Breakfast available

Fireplace

Hot tub

Game room

Microwave

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Please inquire if planning on hosting an event

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Please inquire if planning on hosting an event

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kenmare

Located in Kenmare, this holiday home is in the mountains and by the sea. Beara Way Walk and Kenmare Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Killarney National Park and Upper Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Derreen Gardens and Muckross Traditional Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.

Kenmare, Kerry

What's nearby

Kenmare Heritage Centre - 4 min drive
Beara Way Walk - 4 min drive
Kenmare Stone Circle - 5 min drive
Ring of Kerry Golf and Country Club - 6 min drive
Moll's Gap - 11 min drive

Getting around

Killarney Station - 29 min drive
Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

Sailors Bar - 10 min drive
PF McCarthy's - 4 min drive
The brewhouse - 4 min drive
The Atlantic Bar - 4 min drive
Rookery Lane - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dunkerron is a luxury self catering manor in a scenic woodland surrounding. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dunkerron is a luxury self catering manor in a scenic woodland surrounding.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dunkerron is a luxury self catering manor in a scenic woodland surrounding.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dunkerron is a luxury self catering manor in a scenic woodland surrounding. located?

This family-friendly Kenmare holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cromwell's Bridge, Our Lady's Well and Kenmare Heritage Centre. St. Patrick's Church and Beara Way Walk are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

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10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn W.

4 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Book this place immediately!

This property and home was absolutely spectacular. We felt like royalty. Sandy was phenomenal! So kind and helpful and available for anything we needed. I truly wish I could live here and never leave. The home is fantastic, huge and perfect for a large family. We joked about having my wedding here and if we weren’t from California I definitely would have wanted it here. Choose to stay here over anywhere else and you will thank me later.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

9 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Getaway

We had a lovely stay at Dunkerron. The accommodations were beautiful, and we felt like royalty. The garden is spectacular with all the flowers in bloom. We had fires in the evening and enjoyed every room. The walk to the water is a good hike but nice to be able to enjoy the property. Sandy also said we could drive down if we wanted to take a picnic. Thanks for sharing the beautiful historic home with us!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

4 July 2023

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Trip of a lifetime

My family of 14 gathered in Kenmare at this beautiful estate to share time where their dad was raised. The Dunkerron property was magnificent and we enjoyed walks, fireside gatherings, and exploring the beauty of Kerry together! Sandy, the property manager, was so helpful and informative. We can’t wait to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

MaryClare S.

13 Aug 2022

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Divine Dunkerron

I saw this property on VRBO while searching for a holiday venue for a family of 15 who had not been altogether since July 2019. It seemed expensive & I was worried about mixed weather but I could not settle for anything less, having seen it. And it was worth every penny & the sun shone… & shone. The setting is breathtaking - with the pale moon rising above the blue mountain nightly, just for us. The house is spectacular & spacious, & the decor meant that even the 3 teenagers were keen to maintain high standards. A selection of the paintings was copied by the children- the pig in the kitchen being the most popular ! We swam in rivers, lakes & sea ( loved Derrynane). We ate at The Boathouse, the mobile Fish & Chip Bar, No35 & Poffs . We had meals on the terrace , including the barbecue. It wa a memorable week - a delayed 70th birthday combined with a 50th wedding anniversary celebrated daily, & we loved every minute! Thank you Moyà & Kathy. 💕☘️💕

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher A.

6 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dunkerron House, Kenmare, Ireland

Terrific house for our large family. Plenty of space, lots of outdoor space, beautiful property. Highly recommended!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Moya Gubbins

Dunkerron was owned by my Mum who ran it as a guesthouse for many years. It was host to many gueats over the years, all of which went home with great memories. My Mum still gets letters from all over the world from the friends she made when she ran it. After major damage during a storm five years ago we made the decision to renovate the house so that it could once again be enjoyed. As I live in Limerick it was not an option for me to open Dunkerron as a guesthouse again so we made the decision to offer it to families and groups of friends on a self catering basis.

Why they chose this property

There is nowhere like Dunkerron. The house was built overlooking the ruins of Dunkerron castle, which was destroyed by it's occupants (the O'Sullivan Mór clan) in the mid seventeenth century to avoid its capture by Oliver Cromwell and his army. It is a unique property on 60 acres bordering Kenmare Bay. There is a lovely walk through the woodlands to the shore where the brave can swim when the tide is in. If you are lucky you might meet a deer or two on the way down. There is nowhere more peaceful to relax with friends and family than Dunkerron.

What makes this property unique

The house itself is absolutely unique with great character yet includes all modern comforts. Open log fires, a games room and and the conservatory all contribute to the ambiance of this great house and allows everybody their own bit of space.

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