Heir Island House
Heir Island, Skibbereen, Ireland – Excellent location - show map
Boasting a garden and views of sea, Heir Island House is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Skibbereen, 14 km from St Patrick's Cathedral, Skibbereen. This beachfront property offers access to a patio. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. All units in the bed and breakfast are equipped with a coffee machine. With a private bathroom fitted with a hot tub and bathrobes, units at the bed and breakfast also feature free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, units come with bed linen and towels. Guests can dine in the in-house family-friendly restaurant, which specialises in Irish cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options. Guests at the bed and breakfast can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. For guests with children, Heir Island House offers outdoor play equipment. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of cycling. Lisellen Estates is 50 km from the accommodation, while Skibbereen Golf Club is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cork Airport, 92 km from Heir Island House.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
- Free WiFi
- 2 restaurants
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
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- CharlesUnited Kingdom“Heir Island House is located in a beautiful spot, facing the bay and just metres away from a beach and a short walk from the ferry. We were given a warm welcome from the start by Claudia and Craig who looked after us attentively throughout our...”
- AislingUnited Kingdom“As hosts they couldn’t do more for you to make sure you’re looked after Pizza bianca was incredible, yummy breakfast yogurt pots and fruit salad Really dog friendly, warm atmosphere and board games to play while enjoying some wine in the...”
- JohnUnited Kingdom“Very high quality food, carefully thought out and well presented. Lunch and the evening meal were equally high in quality and well presented.”
Managed by Heir Island House
Company information
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Neighbourhood information
Languages spoken
English,ItalianProperty surroundings
Restaurants2 restaurants on site
- PizzHeiria
- CuisineItalian
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsKosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Dairy-free
- Heir Island House
- CuisineIrish • Italian • Pizza • Seafood • Local
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsKosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Facilities of Heir Island HouseGreat facilities! Review score, 9.1
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
- Free WiFi
- 2 restaurants
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
- Landmark view
- Sea view
- View
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
- Coffee machine
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Archery
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Live music/performanceAdditional chargeOff-site
- Cooking classAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Temporary art galleriesOff-site
- Beach
- Water sport facilities on siteAdditional charge
- SnorkellingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- WindsurfingAdditional charge
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Hot tub
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Radio
- Coffee house on site
- Fruits
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Board games/puzzles
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centreAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional charge
- Minimarket on site
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Family rooms
- Barber/beauty shop
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Yoga classes
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Sun umbrellas
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- MassageAdditional charge
- English
- Italian
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children older than 3 years are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 3 and older are allowed)
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Heir Island House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
FAQs about Heir Island House
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Heir Island House is 7.5 miles from the centre of Skibbereen. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at Heir Island House include:
- Double
- Family
- Twin
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The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Heir Island House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Heir Island House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Snorkelling
- Diving
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Windsurfing
- Beachfront
- Cooking class
- Head massage
- Walking tours
- Couples massage
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Yoga classes
- Water sport facilities on site
- Beach
- Tour or class about local culture
- Live music/performance
- Temporary art galleries
- Archery
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Check-in at Heir Island House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
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Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Heir Island House on this page.
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Heir Island House has 2 restaurants:
- Heir Island House
- PizzHeiria
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The prices at Heir Island House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.