Heading west into Rosscarbery, you’ll see a cluster of signs to the right off the N71 just before the bridge – turn right here even if you haven’t time to read them, as one of them is for Sinead and Dan Barry’s purpose built B&B, De Barra Lodge.

It’s quite a large property as you approach, but broken up attractively into two sections, one stone and the other rendered; the two are joined by a glazed entry section, which gives the whole heart of the house a bright and spacious atmosphere. The style is subtle and low-key contemporary decor, with clean-lined modern furnishings.

Bedrooms and their en-suite bathrooms or shower rooms have every comfort, with all the little details that make a room easy to settle into when away from home – what you are effectively getting here is hotel standard accommodation at B&B prices.

Breakfast is served in a very pleasing room, with an attractive rural outlook – and the Barrys are hospitable people who really want their guests to get the most from their stay.

All occupancy rates are subject to change

• Accommodations: Rooms
• There are 5 guest accommodations (5 with private baths)
• Single occupancy rate is between EUR 50.00 and EUR 60.00
• Double occupancy rate is between EUR 70.00 and EUR 90.00

Art Galleries, Beach, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, Nature area, Ocean, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ruins, Zoo

Bicycle rental, Bicycles, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Kayaking, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Swimming pool, Tennis courts