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The Lookout 3 bedroom house

Ballyferriter vacation home with kitchen

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TV, fireplace
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TV, fireplace

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry
  • Place, Dingle Golf Links
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Louis Mulcahy Pottery
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Chorca Dhuibhne Museum
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe)
    ‪138 min drive‬

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About the area

Ballyferriter

In Ballyferriter .You'll find Chorca Dhuibhne Museum and Louis Mulcahy Pottery within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Dun An Oir and Dingle Golf Links are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Dingle Golf Links - 12 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Louis Mulcahy Pottery - 14 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Chorca Dhuibhne Museum - 14 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Riasc Monastic Settlement - 17 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Dun An Oir - 19 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) - 139 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kruger's Pub - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Páidí Ó Sé's Pub - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Stonehouse Cafe - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Tigh Ui Chathain (Kane's) - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tig Bhric - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Lookout 3 bedroom house

Escape to The Lookout and discover the wild west of the Dingle Peninsula. A beautiful home off the beaten track overlooking Smerwick Harbour in all it’s glory with magnificent views of the Atlantic, Mount Brandon and endless white sands. With three bedrooms, three bathrooms and two lounges it has plenty of space to relax including a glass balcony perfect for a morning coffee or sundowner while taking in the rhythm of the ocean. Pet Friendly and a walkers paradise with the Three Sisters, Sibeal Head and Béal Bán beach all walkable from the house.

Helpful information
THIS PROPERTY IS PET FRIENDLY

Please note, we have a zero tolerance policy on events and parties in the home and no excess above the occupancy stated guests unless otherwise authorised by head office. For more information please do not hesitate to contact head office or you can view our terms and conditions here -
https://www.stayyna.com/terms-conditions/

Address Smerwick, Ballyferriter, Dingle Peninsula

Beach 1.5km

Pub/Restaurant 5.5km

Shop 5.5km

Kerry Airport 65km

Click here to see our FAQ’s and details about check in/out times, Security Deposits, Linen and more!

Spaces
Bedrooms
The lookout has a large family bedroom with an ensuite, a double and a single bed. The master bedroom has a fabulous walk-in wardrobe, quirky ensuite and a balcony accessible from two sets of french doors. The two upstairs bedrooms have velux window so are filled with natural light and again epic views. Downstairs next to the family bathroom there is a tastefully furnished twin room.

Bathrooms
There are three bathrooms. Downstairs is a family bathroom with a bath/shower, sink, toilet and storage. Upstairs there are two ensuites adjoining the two bedrooms both with a shower, sink and toilet.

Living area
The Lookout has a spacious lounge downstairs with a wood burning stove, bay window and french doors leading out into the garden with impressive sea views. There is is also an upstairs snug area with a corner couch and reading lamp to give everybody a space to unwind.

Kitchen and dining area
A unique hand crafted kitchen with walnut worktops and exquisite detail. There is a fridge freezer, oven, electric hob, microwave, kettle, toaster and Dingle handmade crockery. There is a separate utility room with a washing machine and extra storage. The kitchen leads through to a separate dining room with french doors that lead to the garden and picnic bench. The contemporary dining suite is also handmade here on the peninsula.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lookout 3 bedroom house to the airport?

This vacation home is 70.7 mi (139-min drive) away from the Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Lookout 3 bedroom house have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Lookout 3 bedroom house to the beach?

This vacation home is 7.5 mi (17-min drive) from Ventry Beach.

Does The Lookout 3 bedroom house offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Lookout 3 bedroom house?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Lookout 3 bedroom house?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Lookout 3 bedroom house?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Lookout 3 bedroom house have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Lookout 3 bedroom house have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Lookout 3 bedroom house to downtown Ballyferriter?

This vacation home is 2.2 mi away from Ballyferriter.

The Lookout 3 bedroom house Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property/location

Enjoyed watching the young sheep play tag from the upper deck.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July

Lovely spacious house in a beautiful wild location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOHN D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to get away from it all!

What a charming cottage that looks out over the water. It is 27 minutes away from Dingle proper, but there is a lovely little village about 8 minutes away. You are surrounded by sheep and cattle. It’s a wonderful hideaway. We loved every second.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous location!

We were very happy with our stay at the Lookout and if we ever come back to Dingle we would love to stay there again. The Lookout offers spectacular mountain and sea views from almost every room. The house is lovely, spacious, comfortable and well kept. We found the beds comfortable. Our host Rosie, was helpful, friendly and responsive. My only complaint was that our stay was too short! 10 out of 10!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Stunning rural escape

Not easy to get to but if you cherish a truly rural experience, this is it. Right on the water, cows and sheep surrounding, bird song, clover-scented fresh air. House is roomy, not as “glam” as advert suggests. Low furniture, hard chairs. Glorious views.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Lookout

After encountering some connection issues, Simon worked hard to ensure we had the information we needed to access the property. A stressful situation was soon forgotten when we arrived to the peace and quiet of the home. We listened to the waves crash under a full moon and woke up to the most magical views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning location and views!

This property is fantastic. Exactly as pictured- stunning views (especially from two bedrooms on second level) and spectacular location. Extermely private. Great place to walk or bike from. Massive, gorgeous beach is only a 15-minute (1km) walk. Need a car for groceries and touring. Taxis are available for night-time forays into Dingle, but you must prearrange. The host is super responsive. The kitchen is minimally fitted out, but there is everything you need. Appliances all worked great. Note- no dryer but there is a clothes line.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really very nice, quiet, comfortable, relaxing place

The Lookout is really very much what we were looking for. We wanted a place that was out of the way, with a great water view, where we could relax in comfort. Our expectations were met. The place was comfortable and well-appointed. The beds were a little smaller than we are accustomed to, but comfortable enough. The kitchen had just about everything we needed. The location is remote but really great. There are a few restaurants/pubs and one small grocery shop in Ballyferriter (5 minutes drive away) and much more in Dingle (25 minutes drive away). Be prepared for the single lane roads as you approach the lookout...it does take a short time to learn the etiquette of how to pass on the narrow roads. The house itself is located amidst farms, with sheep and cows close by the house, but no negative consequences of their presence...and we loved listening to the "conversations" among the sheep. There are hikes available to the cliffs above the house, although you've got to find them a bit. A trip around the peninsula is an easy and pleasant drive...once you're used to the narrow roads. The place is in really great condition...a little additional upkeep/maintenance would raise the level even further. We really enjoyed it.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guenni W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Supi!

...
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Uwe K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Immer wieder

Sehr gutes Ambiente, viel Platz super Umgebung
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

kate c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning location, spacious house

The property is in a stunning location. It's beautiful, peaceful and a very relaxing place to stay. The house is spacious and has everything you need. The welcome basket is a nice touch, thank you and the log for the wood burner. My only comment is that the mattresses weren't very comfy, so perhaps an upgrade is due. We did have an issue with the boiler while we were staying but it was dealt with very quickly and effectively. The local stay YNA host was great. Overall a fantastic holiday and I would recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice property with amazing views

Beautiful house, very clean with everything you would need. 5 mins from Ballyferriter and 15 mins walk to beach
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stasi E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home! But Covid 19 Prohibited Staying

We had the joy of staying at this property in 2019 and so looked forward to staying again. However, due to Covid, our flight was cancelled and we were not able to come - even though some restrictions began to lift, our trip was cancelled. We hope to stay here in the future.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rebekah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Not very comfortable

I loved the location, it's peaceful and beautiful. While online it says Brandon the house is actually in Smerwick which I wish I'd known, but not the biggest deal. It was clean, and the kitchen was nice to use as well. The reason I didn't give it 5 stars is as follows: 1-Star was lost due to the beds, which need to be replaced, they are just subpar, to say the least. We ended up leaving one day early because we just couldn't deal with sleeping another night in the beds. .5 Star lost because of the overall comfort of the home, to mention just one example: the dining room table, albeit nice, is too short for the chairs so it's impossible to sit at the table and eat. We had to eat most meals either at the kitchen bar or in another room which was not ideal. .5 star lost for the Wi-fi . While we stayed at the home the wifi was cut off one night due to a non-payment of a bill. While I messaged the manager early in the day about this issue (as per the instructions) the following day he didn't get back to me and I had to end up calling him about it. While it was eventually fixed, we were working from the location so it was a big inconvenience that the Wi-fi was not working for nearly 24 hours. Finally, I also feel we were asked to do too much cleaning before we left. While the place was in no way a mess- we were there for a week, having to go around and empty all of the bins, take things to the shed, load up the dishwasher etc or face a higher fee seems silly. We paid for a cleaning service with our booking fee this shouldn't be required when leaving a property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ellen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great location, lovely setting - but not a comfortable house

Hard to beat the location and setting, but we left with an uncomfortable feeling about the house. It seemed more like a commercial operation than a house that someone had lived in. Amenities were minimal and kitchen provisions non-existent: no salt, no cooking oil - just a basket of sweets and nuts. Not what you need coming in the first night from a long drive. Beds were lumpy and there were little annoying things like nothing firm to hold onto stepping in and out of the tub shower. We loved the area wishing we could stay longer, but with no wish to linger in the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Once again a wonderful visit to Ballyferriter

The house was excellent, location is what I prefer, very remote. Jack the Mgr was in regular contact and a great guy. Hard to find a better location for hiking trails and views, but this area is filled with wonderful trails and just about 15 minutes outside Dingle. Looking forward to my 5th trip back in the future. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stasi E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

This property was like finding gold under the rainbow. The house is wonderful and the location breathtaking.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francis C.

A magical place!

From the family room, the dining room and the master bedroom, there are incredible views of Smerwick harbor and the mountains of dingle. Directly to the north are the three sisters mountain range. This is off the beaten path, but well worth it. We could just sit outside and see heaven all around us. At night the quiet was stunning and only disturbed by the bleating of sheep or the mooing of a cow The house is perfect and extremely well done. We felt totally comfortable and at ease. A bargain at twice the price
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Beautiful view of Smerwick bay

Nice clean house with plenty of room for six adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Relaxing

Beautiful homes tucked out in the Irish countryside, loved the views and the sound of the sheep in the mornings, well equipped kitchen, House was spotless, comfortable beds. Had some trouble finding the place after a long drive and the neighbors were told to watch for us, so very helpful in helping us find our way.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heng C.

Everything was perfect!!

Exceeds my expectation. The place was impeccably clean, loved the layout of the house and the skylights provides spectacular views for every room in the house of either the bay and the 3 Sisters mountains, lots of natural lighting, quiet area, and close proximity to all the spectacular points on the Slea Head Loop Drive. Will dream about going back.... Check in and Check out was very easy. Clodagh was very attentive, she supplied us with some bread, milk, eggs, cheese and coffee/tea to start out.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018