Holiday Reviews
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Kenmare B&B accommodation, Ireland, independent reviews
 Reviewed 2 Oct 2009 by Kate Grubb |  |
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Anne's generous spirit
2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Speak to Anne re directions before you get to Kenmare
3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, and minimized impacts on the environment?
Yes, most definitely
4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Although I wouldn't use the term 'I am reborn', this was quite simply the best bed and breakfast I have ever stayed in! The location was beautiful, the house stunning, the town of Kenmare a real treat, the breakfast a whole food feast and Anne's manner is a perfect balance of trust and hospitality. I can't thank her enough. If you are heading to
the south west corner of Ireland and you are passionate about 'proper food', ecological building and great conversation then I cannot recommend this B&B highly enough.
| Reviewed 20 Aug 2009 by Rose Mayne | |
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Ann gave a warm and accommodating welcome in her beautiful home. The situation was amazing surrounded as it was by rushing rivers and misty mountains. We were delighted to be able to cook some local fish in her large kitchen and really felt at home there.
2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Ask Ann to meet you on the main road.
3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, and minimized impacts on the environment?
Ann used all local produce and is in the process of starting up her garden. The building of her house is a model of what can be done.
4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
This was an excellent place to stay to explore the beauty of south west Ireland.
| Reviewed 5 Aug 2009 by Jane | |
Through Responsibletravel we booked a B&B for 2 nights at Kenmare, Ireland. Anne who owns the accommodation (at Gerhadiveen) was very prompt in her response to our request. On her own initiative she emailed with excellent directions to her place and also gave us suggestions for restaurants and possible walks in the area. As Anne pointed out in her write up, her B&B has only recently started receiving guests and is not a formal B&B... it is the kind that my husband and I enjoy... more like visiting someone's home. We were greeted by Anne and served tea and biscuits in her lovely and sunny living room. Breakfast was enjoyable with local jams, honey, bread, salmon, cheese, fruit etc. The room was comfortable (could have done with curtains which Anne is planning to put up in the near future) but no TV or coffee/tea making facilities etc. This was not a problem as Anne said we could use her kitchen if we needed to. The house is interesting as it is built with eco principles... hemp walls, thermal mass well etc. Also enjoyed reflexology therapy which Anne offers herself at a reasonable rate. Overall a good stay!