Cork Farmhouse; quiet country walks

This is the quintessential Irish country experience. Traci and Noel's historic home is tucked away into some lush countryside with stretching hillside views of neighboring pastures. A walk up the road is a must! As hosts we found Traci and Noel to be easygoing, inviting and warm, standing by with a pot of tea and a rhubarb tart from the local bakery. They were absolutely accommodating with an offer of local maps, suggestions for day treks, an insulated travel mug so I could take my morning coffee with us on the fly, recommendations for hopping local pubs complete with TRAD (traditional Irish music), and great places for dinner in town. Bring along a fresh package of corn tortillas from the USA (Traci hails from Austin, Texas) and you'll be forever in her heart!

I will always remember my wonderful stay at your home and the warm welcome and hospitality you offered me. Thank you!

Traci and Noel's place was BEAUTIFUL. I can't say enough good things about it. They were fun to chat with and gave us good suggestions as to places to visit and restaurants. Noel's breakfast was top notch.

Wow, just wow - Traci & Noel's home was an absolute dream! It is exactly as pictured and everything you imagine a charming Irish farmhouse to be. Beautiful, warm wooden floors and old stone walls set in a picturesque landscape with incredibly welcoming, friendly and informative hosts. Traci's knowledge of local lore is fascinating and Noel's locally-sourced breakfast is delicious! They provided helpful guide books and tips for sites, including the perfect recommendation for what turned out to be the best meal we had in all of Ireland. We can only hope to one day stay here again.

My friend and I LOVED staying at Traci's place. It was absolutely surreal. The scenery cannot be beaten. I took scenic jogs in the morning down the road outside their house. They treated us to a true traditional Irish breakfast that was positively delicious. They were excellent hosts who had our every comfort and convenience in mind. We had some of the best nights of our trip while staying here. If you are looking for a relaxing, beautiful, and peaceful getaway, look no further. Thanks, guys!

We had a magnificent stay at Tracy and Noel's charming house set in the beautiful Irish countryside. We enjoyed picturesque walks during the day and spent cosy evenings reading by the fireside. The house has been beautifully restored and we slept extremely well in the comfortable and tastefully appointed upstairs bedroom. Noel and Tracy were generous and welcoming hosts, and greeted us each morning with a superb Irish breakfast (with muesli, yogurt and toast available for the calorie-conscious) which was far better than any we had tried. I will forever hanker for their tasty, locally produced sausages and perfectly cooked eggs! An absolute delight.

This was a fairytale getaway. Traci and Noel were amazing hosts and made me feel welcome from the start with Traci bringing me a pot of tea as i sat by the cozy fire in the sitting room. The next morning Chef Noel prepared a five star Irish breakfast using organic meats and eggs. Their country home and surroundings were just what I needed to relax - stretches of green hills and country roads to walk and my room where I could see the sun rise through the mystical trees. I would highly recommend staying at Traci and Noel's house and next time I will book an appointment for Reiki with Traci.

This listing epitomizes the fairytale Irish culture. The house has amazing characteristics such as hidden gargoyles in the amazing stone walls, original lighting, standing stone in the back garden, cows and sheep in the background and wood burning stove in the sitting room, yet modern amenities, such as internet and a lovely bathtub, which we unfortunately didn't get a chance to use (we were told the sunset view is beautiful from the tub). The hosts, Traci and Noel went out of their way to make us feel welcomed. Noel cooked an amazing Irish breakfast every morning and they even got me hot chocolate at the local farmers market. The bed is extremely comfortable, my only complaint is that we couldn't stay longer! They are both lovely welcoming people and between the hosts and the listing, this is the perfect package for an amazing getaway in Ireland! We would recommend this listing to anyone who would like a fairytale getaway!

Traci and I got to know each other first in 2007, when I moved back home to Austin, Texas. I'd go to her house after work, she'd pour us wine, and we'd talk about everything under the sun. Traci knows a LOT about folklore, and especially about Ireland, where she lives now (and I get to visit! YAY!). She is a fearless adventurer, and she's taken me to some amazing historical sites where we climbed down into caves and hiked up crumbling ruins... but she's equally at home in an evening dress and heels, out for a night on the town. My secret is that long before Traci and I were friends, I saw her perform onstage and was totally intimidated when we were finally introduced -- but Traci is unassuming, curious, friendly, and tons of fun, so a few conversations and a few margaritas later (well, maybe a lot of both!), she's one of my best friends. Finally, she is also a polite, thoughtful, and self-sufficient guest -- when it's time for her to leave, you'll be asking when she's coming to stay again. I can't wait to have her at my new house!