The Moorings
Self catering holiday home in Skibbereen
Skibbereen, The Moorings
Rooms:3 Sleeps: 5 Rating: 4 stars
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These houses can accommodate up to 5 people in 1 double bedroom, 1 twin bedroom and a single bedroom. The double bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with shower and all bedrooms are located upstairs. The main bathroom is also located upstairs and has a bath/shower. Downstairs is a guest toilet with doors wide enough for wheelchair users to get through. All of the houses have: cosy open fires, enclosed backgardens and wooden patio furniture.
Pets are welcome on request and there are two dog boxes available for use during your stay. We would kindly request that pets be kept downstairs and away from the bedrooms and that they sleep outside. An additional charge of 25 euro per pet per stay will apply, this is payable onsite to the caretaker.
Whether its couples seeking a romantic break, energetic hiking groups yearning to stretch their legs, families with young children that cant wait to get going with a bucket and spade on golden sands, or devotees attending one of the hugely popular festivals held throughout the year, everyone loves coming to this part of West Cork. Visitors from abroad are especially taken with the combination of friendly welcoming atmosphere and stunning scenery, and having once experienced it come back again and again!
Fishing
From hiring your own boat to deep sea fishing trips the choices are many and varied.
Walks
There is an abundance of walks in the area, some well known and others almost undiscovered!
Explore West Cork From Skibbereen to the Beara Penninsula, Sheeps Head and the numerous local villages, you will have a full programme.
Visit the Islands
Spend a day on the islands, Cape Clear where Irish is spoken, Sherkin Island with its beautiful sandy beaches.
Local Beaches
All within a few miles of Skibbereen.
The Moorings are situated right on the edge of town, with restaurants, shops and nightlife all on hand, yet still only a short drive from the beach. Indeed, being within an easy walk of the towns many friendly and lively pubs means no problems with having a sociable drink in the evening; a plus factor that makes for the most relaxed of stays.
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| 01-03-2010 | 26-03-2010 | 282.00 | 282.00 | 312.00 | 342.00 | 372.00 | 402.00 | 432.00 | | 27-03-2010 | 10-04-2010 | 432.00 | 432.00 | 462.00 | 492.00 | 522.00 | 552.00 | 582.00 | | 11-04-2010 | 29-04-2010 | 312.00 | 312.00 | 355.00 | 398.00 | 441.00 | 484.00 | 527.00 | | 30-04-2010 | 06-05-2010 | 450.00 | 450.00 | 450.00 | 450.00 | 450.00 | 450.00 | 450.00 | | 07-05-2010 | 03-06-2010 | 312.00 | 312.00 | 356.00 | 400.00 | 444.00 | 488.00 | 532.00 | | 04-06-2010 | 10-06-2010 | 450.00 | 450.00 | 450.00 | 450.00 | 450.00 | 450.00 | 450.00 | | 11-06-2010 | 25-06-2010 | 332.00 | 332.00 | 408.00 | 484.00 | 560.00 | 636.00 | 712.00 | | 26-06-2010 | 02-07-2010 | 382.00 | 382.00 | 462.00 | 542.00 | 622.00 | 702.00 | 782.00 | | 03-07-2010 | 09-07-2010 | 475.00 | 475.00 | 475.00 | 475.00 | 475.00 | 475.00 | 475.00 | | 10-07-2010 | 16-07-2010 | 382.00 | 382.00 | 482.00 | 582.00 | 682.00 | 782.00 | 882.00 | | 17-07-2010 | 20-08-2010 | 450.00 | 450.00 | 537.00 | 623.00 | 710.00 | 796.00 | 882.00 | | 21-08-2010 | 17-09-2010 | 382.00 | 382.00 | 462.00 | 542.00 | 622.00 | 702.00 | 782.00 | | 18-09-2010 | 21-10-2010 | 282.00 | 282.00 | 342.00 | 402.00 | 462.00 | 522.00 | 582.00 | | 22-10-2010 | 30-10-2010 | 382.00 | 382.00 | 462.00 | 542.00 | 622.00 | 702.00 | 782.00 | | 31-10-2010 | 20-12-2010 | 282.00 | 282.00 | 332.00 | 382.00 | 432.00 | 482.00 | 532.00 | | 21-12-2010 | 03-01-2011 | 732.00 | 732.00 | 732.00 | 732.00 | 732.00 | 732.00 | 732.00 |
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Rate Notes Booking Deposit
An immediate non-refundable booking deposit of €150 per property is required to secure booking. The balance of the payment is required not less than 6 weeks before arrival date.
Electricity
The charge for electricity is calculated on a usage basis. There is a meter reading when you arrive and when you leave and payment is made to the supervisor/caretaker. The rate per unit is 15 cent.
Cots & Highchairs
Cots and highchairs must be pre-ordered.
Security Deposit
A refundable security deposit of €100 must be paid to the supervisor/caretaker on arrival. The deposit will be refunded once the supervisor is satisfied that the terms and conditions of rental have been compiled with. It is expected that the homes be left in a clean & tidy condition on departing. All rubbish should be gathered and stored in suitable plastic bags. Failure to leave the accommodation in a clean and tidy condition may result in the loss of security deposit. When a rental is for longer than one week, cleaning of the house during rental must be requested from the on-site manager and a fee may apply.
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| The thriving town of Skibbereen is the ideal base from which to discover the choice of beautiful fishing villages of West Cork – all within 10-15 minutes drive. Baltimore, Glandore, Union Hall and Castletownshend – all quaint and remarkably unspoilt. There is also Carberys Hundred Isles, some of the islands such as Sherkin and Cape Clear just minutes by boat from Baltimore.
When the Irish Famine took its toll in the mid 1800s, the town of Skibbereen was one of the worst affected in all of Ireland, a fact testified by the mass graves at Abbeystrewry, where almost 10,000 are buried. This era is remembered in The Great Famine Exhibition at Skibbereen Heritage Centre. Follow the Skibbereen Trail, a historical walking tour of old Skibbereen and visit sites which have direct links with the Great Famine.
Other attractions in the area include the West Cork Art Centre, an 18-hole golf course, game and sea angling, coarse fishing, walking and cycling, scuba diving and sites of international archaelological interest. Visit the gardens of Lis-Ard, 200 acres of woodlands, meadows, lakes and waterfalls and home to the famous Sky Garden.
Lough Hyne Visitor Centre
Also nearby is Lough Hyne, Irelands first Marine Nature Reserve. Walk, kayak and enjoy this area of exceptional unspoilt beauty. Discover the history, folklore and formation of this renowned natural phenomenon at Skibbereen Heritage Centre. The Lough Hyne Visitor Centre reveals the unique nature of this marine lake, Irelands first Marine Nature Reserve. Find out about the history, folklore and formation of this renowned natural phenomenon. Follow with a visit to the lake, with walking trail, just 5km from Skibbereen town.
Skibbereen Heritage Centre
Enjoy a visit to the Skibbereen Heritage Centre, located in the award winning, beautifully restored Old Gasworks building.
The Great Famine Exhibition
Learn about this period of Irish history using the latest in multimedia technology. Skibbereen was one of the worst affected areas in Ireland, as testified by the mass graves at Abbeystrewery, where almost 10,000 are buried. Follow the Skibbereen Trail, an historical walking tour of Skibbereen and visit sites which have direct links with the Great Famine.
Other features include archaeology information, wildlife of the river Ilen, salt-water aquarium and gift shop.
Angling
The area is an anglers paradise with excellent shore, deep sea and game angling.
Food Drink & Craft
In nearby towns there is a huge selection of restaurants to suit all tastes and budgets. The local craft shops stock all local and national artists.
Beaches
There are many beautiful and secluded beaches nearby.
The Islands
Off the coast there are many small and sparsely populated islands which can be visited and explored. These offer an insight into ancient Ireland and gives visitors an idea of how life was lived before modern times. |
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Room layout
These houses can accommodate up to 5 people in 1 double bedroom, 1 twin bedroom and a single bedroom. The double bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with shower and all bedrooms are located upstairs. The main bathroom is also located upstairs and has a bath/shower. Downstairs is a guest toilet with doors wide enough for wheelchair users to get through. All of the houses have: cosy open fires, enclosed backgardens and wooden patio furniture.
Pets are welcome on request and there are two dog boxes available for use during your stay. We would kindly request that pets be kept downstairs and away from the bedrooms and that they sleep outside. An additional charge of 25 euro per pet per stay will apply, this is payable onsite to the caretaker.
Whether its couples seeking a romantic break, energetic hiking groups yearning to stretch their legs, families with young children that cant wait to get going with a bucket and spade on golden sands, or devotees attending one of the hugely popular festivals held throughout the year, everyone loves coming to this part of West Cork. Visitors from abroad are especially taken with the combination of friendly welcoming atmosphere and stunning scenery, and having once experienced it come back again and again!
Fishing
From hiring your own boat to deep sea fishing trips the choices are many and varied.
Walks
There is an abundance of walks in the area, some well known and others almost undiscovered!
Explore West Cork From Skibbereen to the Beara Penninsula, Sheeps Head and the numerous local villages, you will have a full programme.
Visit the Islands
Spend a day on the islands, Cape Clear where Irish is spoken, Sherkin Island with its beautiful sandy beaches.
Local Beaches
All within a few miles of Skibbereen.
The Moorings are situated right on the edge of town, with restaurants, shops and nightlife all on hand, yet still only a short drive from the beach. Indeed, being within an easy walk of the towns many friendly and lively pubs means no problems with having a sociable drink in the evening; a plus factor that makes for the most relaxed of stays.
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