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The Sleepy Shell

Property class: 3

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A spacious living room with a large window, a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a bookshelf. - The Sleepy Shell (Ballydavid)
A small, single-story house with a conservatory, a patio with a wooden table and benches, and a lawn. - The Sleepy Shell (Ballydavid)
A bench on a grassy area overlooking a beach with a mountain in the background. - The Sleepy Shell (Ballydavid)
A stone sign with the text "The Sleepy Shell" indicating a location. - The Sleepy Shell (Ballydavid)
A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a bookshelf. - The Sleepy Shell (Ballydavid)
The Sleepy Shell provides amenities like an adjacent golf course and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

The Sleepy Shell

  • Cottage adjacent to a golf course
  • The Sleepy Shell provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self parking
    • Smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers
    • Wardrobes/closets, kitchens, and dishwashers

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Shower

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping provided

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course

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
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
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

Property class

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

About the neighborhood

Located in Ballydavid, this cottage is next to a golf course and near the beach. St. Brendan's House and Gallarus Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Louis Mulcahy Pottery and Kingdom Falconry. Dingle Pitch & Putt Course and Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium are also worth visiting. Visit our Ballydavid travel guide
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Carrig Ballydavid, Ballydavid, County Kerry, V92 D6P5

What's nearby

  • A marina with various boats docked, a rocky shoreline, and a backdrop of hills and houses.
    Dingle Harbour
    13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • A stone bridge over a river, a church with a tower, and surrounding greenery.
    St. James Church
    14 min drive - 12.2 km
  • A coastal landscape with cliffs, a beach, and a distant hill.
    Slea Head
    24 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Gallarus Castle
    4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium
    12 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Cahirciveen (CHE-Reeroe)
    120 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Boat Yard
    11 min drive
  • Murphy's Pub & Bed & Breakfast
    11 min drive
  • Marina Inn
    11 min drive
  • Paul Geaney's Bar
    12 min drive
  • M. Nelligans
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sleepy Shell pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sleepy Shell?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sleepy Shell?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Sleepy Shell located?

Situated in Ballydavid, this golf cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Kilmalkedar Church, Gallarus Castle, and St. Brendan's House. Gallarus Oratory and Dun An Oir are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Sleepy Shell Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Idéal pour la famille tout près de la plage dans un environnement magnifique 😀😀😀
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026