I didn't realise, but maybe never read the information correctly. The bathroom is downstairs. Us oldies found that a little challenging for nighttime visits. Other than that, all was lovely.

Lovely home from home.

Stayed in June 2025

No parking.

Loved the space, everything was incredibly thoughtful and a beautiful antique cottage. The most picturesque space. Mary was very nice and accommodating. Highly recommend.

Stayed in May 2025

We loved the location adjacent to the National Park and the vintage 1840’s house experience. Our hostess was delightful and very dedicated to her home and making sure we were comfortable. She gets high marks for Irish hospitality and positive energy. She went above and beyond to help us explore the best of Killarney. We loved the short walking distance to downtown shopping.

Stayed in May 2025

Not a big issue as it's a very walkable place but it's not a great spot for taxis pulling in.

The location was excellent for a wedding in the Cathedral and into the town, but nice if you want a bit of a quieter stay than on the main drag.

Stayed in May 2024

I believe there was a miscommunication or it wasn't very clear on the description of the house that there was a possibility of sharing the bathroom. Also, there was no access to the kitchen, we wanted to get water at 10PM and the door was locked so we got water from the bathroom sink.

The house is just across the road to the National Park and close enough to town center, the bed is really comfortable and Mary Susan made sure to leave recommendations.

Stayed in April 2024

Quaint spot that’s a close walk to the main town. Just be aware if it’s raining you may need to walk in the rain to your parked car so bring a light jacket or umbrella . However if prepared this is not a big deal. Also, to drop your bags just park in front of the cottage (it’s a busy road at points but you may stop to remove your bags) before then parking near the church. Host was lovely and caring .

Stayed in June 2023

Steep stairs, so carry a smaller suitcase.

It was stunning. So beautifully decorated and right next to the center of town.

Stayed in July 2025

It was not described that we had to share the toilet.

Stayed in June 2025

What an amazing place to stay we felt so welcomed to your home. We cannot wait to come back

Stayed in May 2025

Nothing! It was perfect & Mary was a lovely host

Beautiful, cozy cottage

Stayed in October 2024

Great location just 15 minutes walk from the main streets of Killarney. A warm and welcoming and elegant B&B. The owner Mary was wonderfully helpful and provided tips for our 3 day stay which proved to be invaluable. Very happy we picked Ivy Cottage. Had all we needed and more.

Stayed in September 2024

We were very disappointed by what we found at Ivy Cottage. The room was very much smaller than advertised on booking.com and utterly unsuited for anyone over 175 cm. The promised view on the garden was actually a minute attic window giving out to the very busy and noisy road. That road, with the recurrent noise from within (a pumping system of some kind?) basically prevented us from a decent night's sleep. Most importantly, a shared bathroom is one thing, but a bathroom at the other end of the house, down a small staircase, was not what we bargained for. A thoroughly bad experience that we didn't want to prolong. Forfeiting the room fee for the remaining two nights seemed a better option than to stay.

Stayed in July 2024

We stayed 3 nights at Ivy Cottage BNB. It is charming and comfortable. Mary is an amazing host; her kindness and warmth made us feel right at home. She had great recommendations for food and activities in the area. We had a great experience, thank you Mary!

Stayed in June 2024

Great host and very nice accommodations.

Stayed in May 2024

It was not clear that the bathroom was shared and the shower had either scalding water or cold water.

There was no breakfast offered. The host was very helpful in recommending restaurants and arranging for tours and taxis.

Stayed in June 2024

That I didn’t stay longer

The most beautiful cottage in a great location . Mary the owner has this place lovely and the room was so clean . Attention to detail was Amazing

Stayed in May 2024

Nothing - the place was perfect.

Mary is such a wonderful host, had fantastic recommendations for food and drinks around Killarney, great location, couldn't recommend her place more!

Stayed in April 2024

Parking! Mary’s attitude, and the way she handled the situation, and her lying to us. She stated 3 times, she would refund our money, we unfortunately did not get it in writing and booking.com is siding with her. We had a contract, and she refused to honor it.

Hard to leave a review when you are not even allowed past the entry hall. There is no parking, and the home is on a very busy street, we parked in the wrong spot for less then 5 minutes and she was furious, refused to rent to us, said she’d refund our money, but didn’t. Immediately stated the bathroom was shared and on a different floor from bedrooms. She was not willing to get past the parking, we were to unload on the busy street and park 1/2 mile away. Not understanding why she felt she was owed the payment €1055.00 when it was her that would not let us stay there. We went by her house the last day we were supposed to stay there, and ppl were loading their car, so we can only assume she went ahead and rented it to someone else!

Stayed in September 2023

Of all six places we stayed during our two-week trip to Ireland, Ivy Cottage stands out as the most memorable experience by far. From the incredibly comfortable beds to the darling home, the exquisitely presented breakfasts, and Mary's unprecedented hospitality, the five of us loved our three-night stay! She suggested and coordinated our Gap of Dunloe tour, which was amazing! She surprised us with a birthday cake for my father. And she even phoned ahead to the dinner houses where we had reservations to make sure they took good care of us. We sincerely appreciate the care she takes with her home and her guests! Hope to see you again soon, Mary!

Stayed in September 2023

Phenomenal! Beautiful room, en suite! Such a beautiful home and stunning scenery, great food and nightlife! Thank you, Mary and family!!

Stayed in September 2023

Amazing location right outside the National Park and a ten minute walk into town Beautiful cottage with loads of character Very comfortable bed and clean room Very accommodating and helpful host Incredible homemade breakfast

Stayed in September 2023

Very nice host. Very quiet & peaceful place. I spent the best 3 nights in Killarney.

Stayed in September 2023

Steps are steep to your room and a shared bathroom which is downstairs . This is well noted on your booking .

Really nice cottage opposite killarney national park , Mary is a fabulous host., There is a short walk into killarney.

Stayed in August 2023

Breakfast. On the website it shows this lovely dining room where I gather breakfast would have been served. Instead we were given a bag breakfast and told to eat it in the park. Lucky for us it didn't rain.

Breakfast was awful. The host on day one said it was too hot to cook a breakfast and on day three said it was too much bother. She instead provided a bag breakfast to go which was inadequate.

Stayed in June 2023