Name: Rocklands House Bed and Breakfast
Address: Compass Hill Rocklands House, Kinsale, Ireland, Kinsale, Kinsale, Kinsale, Ireland
Rating: 10

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Rocklands House Bed and Breakfast

What can I say
Been too kinsale on several occasions 
And this must have been the warmest/friendliest welcome we’ve ever received 
John is a great host very accommodating and the breakfast was delicious one of the best we’ve had in kinsale 
Unfortunately we had to cut our visit short due to unexpected events 
We will definitely be back 
Thank you John for your hospitality 

Thank you so much for a wonderful stay. We had a view overlooking the garden and the water. It was spectacular and the breakfast was delicious and owner very accommodating. We really enjoyed our stay and recommend it to anyone interested staying in Kinsale. 

Everything about our stay at Rockland’s B&B was perfect!

Located a short, 15 minute walk outside the city Center, with spectacular views of the water front, Rockland’s B&B is an oasis surrounded by beautiful gardens and lush greenery. 

The house itself, and the common room in particular, is grand. Our room had a comfortable bed, a small balcony, and amazing views. We slept well.

But the true highlight of our stay was our host John, his friendly disposition, and his incredible hospitality. Despite being obviously busy, John thought nothing of dropping everything to drive one of his guests into town. (He later offered to drive us, but the walk, with its beautiful views, is part of the experience). Based on a very brief conversation about my surname, John appeared at breakfast the next morning with a printout of an ancestry report for a woman with the same surname born in Cork in the 19th century who later emigrated to Canada. (I’m Canadian). 

I would certainly stay at Rockland’s B&B again when visiting Kinsale, and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to friends and family.

Thank you, John, for a wonderful stay.

We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Our host John has really been a delight to visit with. One evening we sat and visited in the lounge area,  learning so much about his family history and history of this house.

We had a room overlooking the river and loved waking up to the view each morning and each evening as we enjoyed a glass of wine.

The breakfasts were very good and plentiful. John was even very accommodating with the request for my eggs to be cooked well done.

It was great to be far enough away from town so that it was very quiet, yet close enough to be able to walk into town for dinner.

John was also a great source of information for sights to see that we didn't know about ahead of time.

It was by a happy chance that I stumbled upon John's place while searching for lodging in Kinsale.  Just a quick 3 minute drive up the hill from the town is John's little piece of heaven overlooking the River Brandon. As you pull up, Poppy, the most friendly dog that you'll ever meet in Ireland, comes to greet you and you're overwhelmed by the views offered from every angle of John's house.  John is extremely attentive at providing his guests with the utmost service and comfort. He runs Rocklands House in an extremely professional manner, yet also in a way that makes you instantly comfortable.  Our room was cozy and beautiful with a balcony overlooking the river. The beds were the most comfortable that we slept on while in Ireland and I wish that I could have brought the pillows home in my luggage.  John drove in front of us down into Kinsale to direct us to the most convenient parking lot for our destination.  His breakfast in the morning was a true feast and was absolutely delicious.  Sunrise over the river from our room was breathtaking and something that I will think of often. We had the most delightful conversations with John during our stay - from the engaging stories of his great uncle's adventures around the world to discussions about the Titanic - John just seems to know a little bit about everything and is easy to talk to.  We would absolutely stay here again and would highly recommend Rocklands House to anyone staying in Kinsale. Avoid the hotels in the town center and stay at Rocklands House!!

The Rockland House is really a fabulous place! Very cozy and warm rooms, spacious dining and sitting areas with fantastic views. You can sit by the fire place or by the huge window looking over the river. John is such a lovely host. He is so helpful regarding how to spend time in Kinsale and around, he gives you a lift and collects you from the town. He's a great cook and looks after you with first-class service. Breakfast is delicious and there is a big selection between the continental and Irish foods.
I recommend this place to everyone. We had typical rainy weather, but I can imagine that John's garden blooms with beautiful flowers for spring/summer and staying could be even nicer then. 
Greetings from me and my mom from Poland!

Great guest house with a true gentleman owner John . Always ready to help or offer suggestions and even will offer to drop you off in town to take in the nest of Kinsale . He offers a wonderful breakfast with perfect views of the harbor. We will definitely be back !

We stayed here for 1 night in July.

Pluses:
- Gorgeous views over Kinsale
- Excellent breakfast included
- Lovely rooms with comfy beds
- Kind hosts
- Large living room for guests with picture windows and an open bar
- Lovely gardens
- Free, fast wifi

Minuses:
- Not actually in Kinsale- it's about a 10-minute drive outside of town, up on a hill

Overall, highly recommend. It's exactly what a seaside Ireland B&B should be.

We stayed in Rocklands House for two nights, from 14th to 16th July. We booked it seeing the good reviews but it was way better than our expectations. The house is located in a beautiful location up the Compass Hill, offering breathtaking views of the Kinsale harbour and the beautiful Bandon river. The surrounding areas are absolutely peaceful and charming. The main town centre is just 15 minutes walk from the b & b. We are a family of three and we booked two rooms.  The rooms were impeccably clean and beautiful. The water pressure in the shower was excellent. The rooms had tea/ coffee making facilities and there were biscuits and bottled water too (the tap water in the bathroom was potable). There was enough parking spaces too. 
Other than the wonderful views from the rooms, we also watched the most beautiful full moon rise from our bed. It felt magical. And the following night we saw the most amazing blood moon rise. It was like a dream. Fortunately, we got excellent weather throughout. 
Now, speaking about the host, John is the most welcoming and warm host one can think of. He is a true Irish - warm, knowledgeable and genuinely kind person. He made sure that our stay was enjoyable. We had lovely chats with him in the evenings over a drink which he offered to us. He has great knowledge about the place and about many other things. He suggested a few places which we would have otherwise missed and regretted. The Timoleague Church of Ascension and the Speckled Door restaurant  were two of them. 
The breakfast was fantastic on both the days. Everything was freshly cooked and portions were generous. It kept us full till late afternoon. 
And I must not forget to mention about John’s pet dog. Poppy is the most adorable golden retriever that we have ever seen. Every time we entered the house, she would come out wagging her bushy tail. She is the sweetest. 

(Just a note of caution: while driving up the St. John’s Hill from the town centre to get to the b & b, there is a sharp bend that goes uphill to the Compass hill. So instead of taking a left turn at that sharp bend, you might go straight to the right and make a U turn and then take a right up to the compass hill. There is a parking area where you can turn your car)

We had a very enjoyable 2 night stay at Rocklands House last week.  John is a very welcoming and attentive host who was most helpful when our friend's car broke down.  Not only did he drive us to his local garage where he persuaded his friend to carry out repairs in a hurry, but also ferried us on both nights to restaurants in the village of Kinsale.  His house is a little out of the way but situated on a hill, has wonderful views.

We will be making a return visit before too long.

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Best B & B in Kinsale with breathtaking views and a wonderful host! Highly Recommend!!

Memorable stay at Rocklands House

This place was so nice. Our room overlooked the lake and city below. It was cozy and warm. We only stayed one night but would definitely return for another stay. The innkeeper was very helpful and kind. The breakfast room was comforable and the food was delicious. There is a footpath to town that we would take in nicer weather. Parking was provided at the site.

Great view and room

John is the embodiment of warm Irish hospitality. He is so friendly and knowledgeable about the area and its history. I could happily sit and listen to him for hours. You can also tell he genuinely cares about your experience - not just in his B&B, but in your travels as well. 

The breakfast we had was the best of our trip to Ireland - there was a great variety and you can't beat his freshly baked brown bread and scones! There is an absolutely lovely view from the breakfast room too. Our bedroom was pleasant and the en suite bathroom was very clean. 

We had a hire-car and had no trouble parking at the property. The location was very good. The house is up on Compass Hill with beautiful views, peace and quiet... but it was just a very short drive down to town.

I would stay here again and would recommend this B&B to friends and family. Thank you, John!

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