Our four ensuite bedrooms each boast breathtaking views of the harbour and/or mountains. Step directly from your room to the crystal-clear waters of Adrigole Harbour, perfect for a refreshing morning dip. Kayak rental is conveniently located on-site for your aquatic adventures.
Available to rent by the room as a bed and breakfast or the entire house for you and your family, friends or colleagues.
Booking through Air BnB, Booking.com or Direct by phone or email.
Take a look at the four rooms below, each with links to Air BnB for more details and booking.
Book all 4 rooms as Bed and Breakfast through Air BnB HERE
Or book the house as a holiday home for you and your family and friends
in Booking.com or Air BnB
or contact us directly.
Escape to The Boat House: A unique Eco-Friendly Getaway …
Nestled in a stunning waterside location, The Boat House is a tranquil and eco-conscious retreat offering geothermal heating, solar panels, and excellent insulation for a truly sustainable stay. Take in breathtaking views of Adrigole Harbour Hungry Hill and the majestic Caha Mountains, where you can watch local wildlife—seals, birds, and occasionally dolphins—grace the waters just outside your door. Whether you choose to unwind or explore, this is a perfect base for discovering the beauty of the Beara Peninsula and beyond.
The Boat House features four comfortable, ensuite bedrooms, each designed for ultimate relaxation. With hotel-quality beds, guests have the option of either singles or luxurious superking beds. Two of the rooms open onto a private waterside terrace, allowing you to step outside and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The spacious living and dining area also offers panoramic views of Hungry Hill from the west facing balcony, making it an inviting space to unwind after a day of exploration.
A Legacy of Hospitality and Adventure from The MacAllister Family…
As a family, your hosts have spent 24 years running a sailing school and café from The Boat House, and in 2024, we transformed the building into an environmentally friendly holiday home and bed and breakfast. We love welcoming guests and sharing this extraordinary spot with others. We’re passionate about outdoor activities, from hiking and swimming to sailing and cycling. Gail, your main host, is an avid painter and sketch artist when she’s not up on the hills or swimming in the harbour.
Our location is ideal for those looking to embrace the great outdoors—whether you’re an artist seeking inspiration, a hiker exploring the rugged landscapes, or an adventurer looking for your next challenge. The Boat House yard is also part of our active sailing school and kayak rental business, West Cork Sailing Centre. With direct access to the water from the slipway at Adrigole Pier, guests can enjoy swimming, kayaking, and sailing right on their doorstep.
A Place to Relax and Recharge …
Every room at The Boat House offers a spectacular view of the harbour and mountains, making it a peaceful retreat for anyone looking to reconnect with nature. The area is popular with adventurers, artists, and writers, who often find the scenery a source of inspiration. The Boat House is just steps away from a small rocky beach and sits beside Adrigole Pier, which is home to a mussel farm and two inshore fishermen who harvest crab, lobster, and shrimp.
In addition to the natural beauty, the harbour is teeming with wildlife. From the balcony, you might spot grey seals, egrets, herons, and oyster catchers, and occasionally, a pod of dolphins or our resident otters. It’s not uncommon to see the otters playing early in the morning at the harbour entrance. Visitors often leave with plans to return—there’s simply something special about this place.
Adventure Awaits Right Outside Your Door …
The Boat House is an ideal base for exploring the Beara Peninsula. Just a short drive away are the charming towns of Castletownbere (15 minutes west) and Glengarriff (15 minutes east), and Kenmare is a scenic 45-minute drive over the mountain pass. The surrounding landscape offers endless opportunities for adventure, including cycling the Healy Pass or hiking the Beara Way trail along the Caha Mountains.
For those looking to venture further, the local bus service makes it easy to embark on one-way hikes and explore the region at your own pace.
Summer Activities and Amenities …
During the summer months, we offer kayak and canoe rentals through West Cork Sailing Centre and provide live-aboard sail training on our 37-foot yacht, Jessy of Adrigole. Guests can also store their kayaks or dinghies in our boatyard during their stay. The pier and slipway are popular with locals and visitors alike for swimming and watersports.
We’d love for you to come and experience The Boat House.
Whether you’re here to relax, explore, or be inspired, we know you’ll leave with cherished memories and the desire to return.
The MacAllisters
EGRIT
Triple room “Egrit” airbnb.ie/h/theboathouse-egrit
A spectacular first floor room with kingsize bed, plus a day bed that can be set as a sofa or full length single bed.
Stunning picture window looking out onto the shoreline of Adrigole Harbour, providing a view you could lounge and watch for hours. This is a calming room with the addition of two velux windows to bring in generouse light (and black out blinds for when you want a peacefull rest).
Ensuite bathroom with a generous size bath with shower.
ORTHORN
Triple room ” Orthorn” airbnb.ie/h/theboathouse-orthorn
A ground floor triple room with superking double that can be split to twins, plus a day bed set up as a third bed or sofa.
Two patio doors opening out onto private veranda and a view of Orthorn Island in Adrigole Harbour and Hungry Hill.
Step out onto the slipway for a delicious sea swim.
POINTAMORE
Twin / double room “Pointamore” airbnb.ie/h/theboathouse-pointamore
A ground floor twin room that can be adapted to a superking double.
Patio door opening out onto the Lascnna stone patio and direct access to the slipway for your morning swim.
With walk in giant shower room and seperate ensuite toilet and sink.
CAHA
Double / twin room “Caha” airbnb.ie/h/theboathouse-caha
A ground floor double room that can be adapted to a twin.
With gian walk in shower and seperate wc with sink.
Quirky giant teak windowsill and stol to sit and enjoy the Caha Mountan ridge and Adrigole Hill
Located within a kilometer, the majestic Caha Mountain ridge
Featuring Hungry Hill, the Healy Pass, and the Beara Way, offers endless exploration opportunities. Ample parking is available for guests, ensuring a stress-free stay.
Start your day with a simple self-service breakfast
Including tea, coffee, fruit, soda bread, jam, butter, cereals, and a selection of milks. Our comfortable rooms are thoughtfully designed with the outdoor adventurer in mind, complete with geothermal heating and solar panels to minimize our environmental footprint.
Discover, explore, book your adventure: unforgettable experiences await you!
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