- A lovely house in a beautiful location with a wonderful garden. Lots to do in the surrounding area.
A lovely house in a beautiful location with a wonderful garden. Lots to do in the surrounding area.
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Became a member in: 2011
Renewal Date: 01/Dec/2024
Just the two of us, Susan and Michael, now semi retired. We are particularly interested in the natural environment, Susan a keen botanist and Mike a keen birder. Susan is now increasingly interested in water colour painting and textile art, whilst Michael is operating a small tourism company.
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Fishing,
Bridge,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
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Seniors,
Homemakers,
Artists / Entertainment Industry
Profession
Semi Retired
Seán
Ireland
A lovely house in a beautiful location with a wonderful garden. Lots to do in the surrounding area.
Read Less...Begoña
Spain
Thank you for your kindness and for the cosy house. The area is of great natural beauty with many places to discover.
Read Less...Dave & Val
United Kingdom
Susan and Michael’s house is set in the rolling hills with views to die for. The conservatory was our favourite spot to sit and watch the birds. A ten...
Read More...Susan and Michael’s house is set in the rolling hills with views to die for. The conservatory was our favourite spot to sit and watch the birds. A ten min drive gets you in to Bantry with its interesting shops and old fashioned traditional Irish pubs. Lots of interesting walks and we especially liked our trip around the Ring of Beara with its dramatic views. A satisfying and successful exchange, thanks.
Read Less...Hugh & Doris
United Kingdom
Kev
United Kingdom
I really enjoyed two weeks stating in Mike and Sue's beautiful well equipped home (and garden). This is a really scenic part of the world and there ar...
Read More...I really enjoyed two weeks stating in Mike and Sue's beautiful well equipped home (and garden). This is a really scenic part of the world and there are interesting shops and restaurants in nearby Bantry. They took good care of my place while here. Kev OConnor October 2021
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Italy
Steve
United Kingdom
Christiane
France
Christiane
France
Liz
United States
Derek & Rosemarie
United Kingdom
Claire et René
Switzerland
Claire et René
Switzerland
Claire et René
Switzerland
Claire et René
Switzerland
Paul and Avril
Ireland
John & Margaret
United Kingdom
Lorraine
United Kingdom
A wonderful part of Ireland to visit - so much to see, so much to do, friendly hosts and local community. A different adventure around every corner. ...
Read More...A wonderful part of Ireland to visit - so much to see, so much to do, friendly hosts and local community. A different adventure around every corner. Amazing places to eat, local markets for fresh produce, quality ingredients. You will want to explore different parts of this amazing country once you have visited one area.
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Simultaneous Home Exchange
Weekend Home Exchange
Long-term Home Exchange
Homesit Offered
Smoking Not Allowed
No Children Please
Use of Personal Car is possible
Open to all dates | Open to all destinations |
Open to all dates | Spain |
Open to all dates | Open to all destinations |
Open to all dates | Open to all destinations |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
HomeLink *GOLD MEMBER* (17 successful exchanges) see www.ravens-oak.com
We offer a ground floor apartment providing ample space which is set in a beautiful garden amidst scenic countryside with distant views of hills, valley and river. Central for all areas in SOUTH WEST IRELAND. A quiet yet convenient place to stay within easy reach of the market town of Bantry -“The WILD ATLANTIC WAY”, the “SHEEPS HEAD WALKING ROUTE” and the SOUTH WEST COAST peninsulas and islands. Easy distance to KENMARE, KILLARNEY, KINSALE and CORK CITY.
We are open to all offers including pet sitting and are happy to swap with coastal, rural or city centre homes.
Type
House - single floor/ Second home
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Ravens' Oak is beautifully situated on a quiet country lane just 4 miles from the ever popular BANTRY, looking out over stunning West Cork countryside. These wonderful views and walks start from the front door. The market town of Bantry with its shops and many attractions is just 5 minutes drive away by car. It is conveniently located in the centre of West Cork and is ideal for a relaxing break at any time of year. Situated on the “SHEEPS HEAD WAY” - eastern walking route - a stay here provides an ideal base from
which to tour this most popular and wonderful of places.
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
Located very close to Ireland’s “WILD ATLANTIC WAY” and on the eastern route of the SHEEPS HEAD WAY walking route. See www.thesheepsheadway.ie Nearby monument and birthplace of Captain Francis O'Neill, see www.chiefoneillfestival.com, see Bantry’s “Literary Festival,” ” Masters of Tradition” and “Chamber Music Festival” “Fiddle Fair,”” History Festival,””Food Festival” “Islands Festival”
Our favourite restaurants
Cafés & bars
Special places to shop
Leisure and cultural activities
Walks or jogging paths
Health or fitness clubs
Interesting day trips
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
We are now looking for exchanges / long sits for 2023 and 2024
We are always looking for pet and homesits with no exchange involved and have helped many homelinkers in Europe.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2011
Renewal Date: 01/Dec/2024
Just the two of us, Susan and Michael, now semi retired. We are particularly interested in the natural environment, Susan a keen botanist and Mike a keen birder. Susan is now increasingly interested in water colour painting and textile art, whilst Michael is operating a small tourism company.
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Fishing,
Bridge,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Seniors,
Homemakers,
Artists / Entertainment Industry
Profession
Semi Retired
Seán
Ireland
A lovely house in a beautiful location with a wonderful garden. Lots to do in the surrounding area.
Read Less...Begoña
Spain
Thank you for your kindness and for the cosy house. The area is of great natural beauty with many places to discover.
Read Less...Dave & Val
United Kingdom
Susan and Michael’s house is set in the rolling hills with views to die for. The conservatory was our favourite spot to sit and watch the birds. A ten...
Read More...Susan and Michael’s house is set in the rolling hills with views to die for. The conservatory was our favourite spot to sit and watch the birds. A ten min drive gets you in to Bantry with its interesting shops and old fashioned traditional Irish pubs. Lots of interesting walks and we especially liked our trip around the Ring of Beara with its dramatic views. A satisfying and successful exchange, thanks.
Read Less...Hugh & Doris
United Kingdom
Kev
United Kingdom
I really enjoyed two weeks stating in Mike and Sue's beautiful well equipped home (and garden). This is a really scenic part of the world and there ar...
Read More...I really enjoyed two weeks stating in Mike and Sue's beautiful well equipped home (and garden). This is a really scenic part of the world and there are interesting shops and restaurants in nearby Bantry. They took good care of my place while here. Kev OConnor October 2021
Read Less...Janet
Italy
Steve
United Kingdom
Christiane
France
Christiane
France
Liz
United States
Derek & Rosemarie
United Kingdom
Claire et René
Switzerland
Claire et René
Switzerland
Claire et René
Switzerland
Claire et René
Switzerland
Paul and Avril
Ireland
John & Margaret
United Kingdom
Lorraine
United Kingdom
A wonderful part of Ireland to visit - so much to see, so much to do, friendly hosts and local community. A different adventure around every corner. ...
Read More...A wonderful part of Ireland to visit - so much to see, so much to do, friendly hosts and local community. A different adventure around every corner. Amazing places to eat, local markets for fresh produce, quality ingredients. You will want to explore different parts of this amazing country once you have visited one area.
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