The Chocolate Box

P81VX74 Skibbereen, Ireland
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The Chocolate Box

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Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
29 reviews
  • The entire place is yours
  • 1130 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Parking on site

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Reliable info:
Guests say the description and photos for this property are accurate.

Set 12 km from St Patrick's Cathedral, Skibbereen, The Chocolate Box offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is situated 48 km from Lisellen Estates. This holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a TV, a seating area and 2 bathrooms fitted with a walk-in shower. Guests at the holiday home can enjoy golfing and cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. The nearest airport is Cork Airport, 90 km from The Chocolate Box.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Sykes Cottages
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.4
Location
7.7

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Linda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Quiet and comfortable. Good location for visiting around west Cork. Very cosy as heating very efficient .”
  • Graham
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Extremely quiet rural location with owners living close by for help. Outstanding property for the price asked. The setting was idyllic with beautiful moorland scenery and outstanding views close by. Mount Gabriel - a must! Visit to Heritage Museum...”
  • Laura
    Ireland Ireland
    “The setting was unique. An old converted cow shed. Full of character”
  • Michelle
    Australia Australia
    “Absolutely beautiful little cottage in the country. It was definitely a home away from home. Fantastic heating for the cold nights. Every appliance and cookery item needed was provided for i the kitchen. It was great to have a washing machine....”
  • T
    Terence
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The back door was left unlocked for us. The Landlady popped over when she came home. She was lovely.”
  • K
    Kieron
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The peace and quiet, The area, Location was perfect for us & Mary was lovely We'll definitely be back of she'll have us”
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautiful setting, a real get away from the stresses of life. The cottage was clean and comfortable, had everything we needed. Key collection was easy, as host lives nearby. -Lovely host. Good location for meeting the family we had planned to do...”
  • Laura
    Italy Italy
    “Bel cottage tradizionale immerso nel verde: semplice ed essenziale.”
  • Christophe
    France France
    “Maison tranquille en campagne à 10km de skiberren Bon point de départ pour visiter le kerry”
  • Corinne
    France France
    “L'accueil très chaleureux petite maison confortable petite intention”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 83,650 reviews from 20927 properties
20927 managed properties

Company information

At Sykes Holiday Cottages, we offer our customers the ability to book a huge range of over 22,000 holiday cottages to rent across the UK, Ireland and New Zealand. Each one of the holiday cottages has been personally-inspected by a Sykes Holiday Cottages property expert and is priced fairly and affordably. The diverse selection of cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland means there is something for everyone, from pet-friendly cottages and large holiday homes to cottages with hot tubs, you'll find it through Sykes. We use our 30-years' experience to match our customers with their dream holiday cottage, so what are you waiting for? Find out what we can offer you

Property information

There is a kitchen/diner with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dining seating for four and a sitting room with woodburning stove and TV. The bedrooms consist of a double and a twin bedroom, along with two shower rooms. Outside, there is a small garden and off-road parking. Wifi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. Apologies, no pets and no smoking. Within 4.6 miles there is a shop and within 4.8 miles, a pub. For a wonderful escape, choose The Chocolate Box. Note: Wifi is pay as you go, 30 euros worth is inc. in rent. Please note: EV car charging is not permitted at the property.

Neighbourhood information

Ballydehob, a lovely village on Ireland's south west coast, is surrounded by natural beauty and home to a wealth of flora and species. Ballydehob features a range of stores, as well as renowned restaurants and cafes, and has been home to some prominent writers, artists, and sculptors. Take a walk over the 12 Arch Bridge to enjoy the beautiful views of the estuary, or travel west to Mizen Head to see Kilcoe Castle, West Cork's best preserved castle. Mizen Head, Ireland's most south-westerly point, is an excellent spot for walkers and nature lovers alike, since it sits at the end of a peninsula with spectacular views out to sea.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Chocolate Box

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

    Kitchen

    • Children's high chair
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator

    Bedroom

    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet

    Bathroom

    • Toilet paper
    • Toilet
    • Shower

    Living Area

    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area

    Media & Technology

    • TV

    Room Amenities

    • Heating

    Outdoors

    • Garden

    Activities

    • Cycling
    • Golf course (within 3 km)

    Miscellaneous

    • Non-smoking throughout

    Safety & security

    • Carbon monoxide detector

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    The Chocolate Box takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 10:00
    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 option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    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.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about The Chocolate Box

    • The prices at The Chocolate Box may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The Chocolate Box is 5 miles from the centre of Skibbereen. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Chocolate Box can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, The Chocolate Box is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The Chocolate Box has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The Chocolate Box offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Golf course (within 3 km)

    • Check-in at The Chocolate Box is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.