It feels like home to stay in Cooga cottage. We have a wonderfull time. Owner Tom is very kind, such a nice man! Were coming back next year!

We stayed in the cottage for a week and had a lovely time there! The cottage is really beautifull and made our holiday perfect! The owner is very kind and the customer service is really good. Everything you need is there, washing machine, coffee machine, oven, dishwasher, everything! A nice, central location. You can be anywhere within a few hours. We drove around a lot and saw a lot of the beautiful ireland! We would absolutely recommend this cottage to friends and family!

It had everything we needed. It was a pleasant place to stay. It was near an Irish village. and the weather was perfect.

It's a lovely cottage in a beautiful setting. The garden is amazing. It's very well equipped and Tom is such a helpful gentleman. We really enjoyed our stay and Tom laid on some of the finest weather we have ever had anywhere on holiday. It's really central to lots of places so we enjoyed days out in Waterford and Limerick, Bunratty and had an overnighter to Galway and Clare, particularly Doolin and The Cliffs of Moher. If you get chance visit Coole Park at Gort. Had the weather been less good we might have done more but sitting in the sun, in the garden, was good enough. Thanks, Tom.

Its a lovely cottage in a beautiful setting. The garden is amazing. Its very well equipped and Tom is such a helpful gentleman.We really enjoyed our stay and Tom laid on some of the finest weather we have ever had anywhere on holiday.Its really central to lots of places so we enjoyed days out in Waterford and Limerick, Bunratty and had an overnighter to Galway and Clare, particularly Doolin and The Cliffs of Moher. If you get chance visit Coole Park at Gort.Had the weather been less good we might have done more but sitting in the sun, in the garden, was good enough.Thanks, Tom.

Tom made us feel incredibly welcome on our first trip to Ireland. His cottage is absolutely adorable and was in the perfect location for family of 5 on our 9 day stay with frequent road trips to and from various locations in Ireland. The cottage has all the amenities and Tom even provide a very nice welcome package of cookies and milk for the family! All of our needs were met staying here to include comfortable beds, plenty of linens, fully stocked house and kitchen appliances with plenty of tea and sugar. The property is well kept and a beautiful view in the mornings from the kitchen window.I would definitely recommend a stay at Cooga Cottage for anyone looking to book with Tom, he and his cottage made our trip most memorable!

Tom made us feel incredibly welcome on our first trip to Ireland. His cottage is absolutely adorable and was in the perfect location for family of 5 on our 9 day stay with frequent road trips to and from various locations in Ireland. The cottage has all the amenities and Tom even provide a very nice welcome package of cookies and milk for the family! All of our needs were met staying here to include comfortable beds, plenty of linens, fully stocked house and kitchen appliances with plenty of tea and sugar. The property is well kept and a beautiful view in the mornings from the kitchen window. I would definitely recommend a stay at Cooga Cottage for anyone looking to book with Tom, he and his cottage made our trip most memorable!

Tom was a gracious host. Explained how appliances worked, heating etc. cottage was clean & had everything we needed for our stay. Had good recommendations for touring. We love the cottage!

Tom was a gracious host! He was attentive, polite and genuine in his interactions with us! This was our first trip to Ireland and Tom made us feel welcome and part of his family. The cottage is adorable and quaint with all the simple amenities that help to make our experience wonderful! We recommend renting from Tom and give highest marks on his welcoming demeanor and overall hospitality...Slainte!

Tom has thought of and provided everything that his guests could possible need. The cottage is clean, comfortable and well appointed. Tom was a pleasure to meet and to deal with. Thanks.

Charming cottage nestled in the Irish countryside - far exceeded our expectations. Grounds are absolutely beautiful and the cottage very well maintained. Tom is a fantastic host - ensuring that our stay was both welcoming and comfortable. Too many bonus amenities provided to name but will say arriving after 36 hours of travelling to find ready to use ice cubes in the freezer was a true blessing. Definitely would recommend Cooga Cottage to any friends or family considering travel to Ireland. Thanks again Tom for your part in making our trip to Ireland a memorable one!!

We (three adults, a teen, and a child) stayed in the cottage as our home base as we explored Ireland by rental car each day. We took trips to Limerick, Cashel, Gallway, and more. Every evening, we were excited to get back "home" and relax. I would recommend building in a few days of downtime at the cottage, as you will enjoy playing or reading in the garden to take a break from touring. The owner was helpful and friendly and supplied everything we needed (aside from food) to make our meals. Would definitely return.

Tom had this cottage totally provisioned with all we needed for self-catering. It was our spot to return to after a day of sightseeing. We totally enjoyed it. The grounds are spacious and pretty.

Cooga Cottage was above our expectations! Tom was very helpful and answered any questions we had. He even told us of a nearby mechanic when we had a flat our second day there. The cottage was warm, welcoming, and you felt like you lived in the Ireland countryside. Doon is a central location to many attractions in Ireland including Cork, Dublin, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, and the Rock of Cashel. We highly recommend Cooga Cottage to anyone!

we arrived after a pleasant drive from Dublin to find Cooga Cottage was exactly as depicted in the listing on HomeAway. Tom Keogh was there to greet us and introduce us to his cottage and to tell us about the homes history in his family. Tom has ensued that everything is supplied to make this a home away from home and the only regret we had was when the time came for us to leave and continue our travels. A great pleasure to meet you Tom and we have already told our friends and our travel agent about your lovely Cooga Cottage David & Bev O'Sullivan Brisbane, Australia

We spent a blissful 7 days at Cooga Cottage. From the moment we arrived, we knew this was a special place. Thomas, our host and owner of the cottage, was gracious and welcoming. The cottage is spacious, very well appointed and immaculate, and has virtually everything anyone might need. Travel books and novels line the walls of the den, all three bedrooms are beautifully decorated and comfortable, even the bathroom is stocked with an amazing array of toiletries. Satellite TV and Wi-Fi worked very well and without any glitches. All the credit goes to Thomas, who obviously has made it a top priority that his guests have an outstanding experience during their stay at his cottage. Doon is a small, quiet town filled with and surrounded by farms and pastures. Yet it is only a 30 minute drive to downtown Limerick, with its shops, restaurants and bustling streets. We had no difficulty using the cottage as our base for day trips to Kilkenney, KIllarney, Lough Gur (very close), Limerick, the Cliffs and much more. Even Galway was an easy drive under 2 hours. This was our first trip to Ireland and we had an absolutely wonderful time. Thank you, Thomas, for allowing us to spend a week in your family's cottage - we enjoyed it immensely and hope to be back again in the future.

Great experience!

We had a wonderful stay at Cooga Cottage in February 2016. Tom made sure that we felt welcome and had everything we needed. The cottage was cozy and warm, and we had plenty of space for our family of five. We enjoyed the yard and gardens. The location was great - we could walk into Doon, and we made several daytrips (Cliffs of Moher, Limerick, Cashel, Cork, Cahir, too many castles to count!). Tom has thought of everything that guests might need. The kitchen was well equipped, the laundry worked well, there were plenty of towels and toiletries. Wifi and satellite TV were provided. The utility costs were very reasonable (EUR 40 for a week with temperatures 0 - 10 C). Tom even provides umbrellas and high-visibility vests for use as needed. Nothing was lacking. We had a wonderful stay, and our children are already asking when we can visit again!

We stayed at the Cooga Cottage in August 2014. A little late in providing a review - But Cooga Cottage was everything we could have asked for. Tom was a wonderful host. We had some problem with the internet connectivity and he got that fixed the very next day. We took day trips to several places from here (yes the drives were long). The kids loved his yard and we spent 2 days relaxing in the Doon area (out of 9) and also had a picnic in the back yard. Would definitely stay here again.

First, Tom was the consummate host. He kindly allowed us to check in early, which was a HUGE perk after the trip from the states. When we arrived, Tom was kind enough to give us a tour and a brief history of the cottage. He also had everything that a traveler would need, or might forget (e.g., List of nearby stores and when they were open/closed; a list of nearby activities; extra supplies like shampoo, etc.). When Tom saw us outside, he always asked us how the cottage was and if we needed anything. Second, the cottage was wonderful. The cottage was impeccable and had everything that we needed and wanted. There were 3 bedrooms; a cozy living room and a well-equipped kitchen. Added bonuses were the washer/dryer and Wi-Fi. The grounds were fantastic; the yard was park-like with the well-maintained lawn and gardens full of flowers and shrubs; just a very peaceful setting. The cottage was also central to the places we wanted to visit (e.g., The Cliffs of Moher; Rock of Cashel; Adare; Waterford, etc.). We would take the 5-minute walk into the village after our daily travels to grocery shop or stop at a pub for a pint. The people were very friendly and gave us additional tips as to what we might want to see if time permitted. We cannot say enough about the cottage and our host and would recommend the cottage to anyone who wants a great spot to call home on their vacation. We will be searching out this cottage for our next visit.

This was the perfect spot for our family trip. Tom was such a delightful host, and he went above and beyond when a member of our party suffered a back injury by helping sort out an appointment with the GP and a visit to the pharmacy. The kitchen is very well stocked, and there are markets in town and bigger supermarkets close by. This is a great location for day tripping--we visited Birr Castle, Bunratty Castle, The Rock of Cashel, Cahir Castle and the Swiss Cottage, The Burren National Park, The Cliffs of Moher, and Killarney National Park. Tom had a high chair and small crib set up for us, and he's just down the road for any questions or help. There's a large yard and a friendly neighbor pony out back. Whelan's Pub in Doon was such a great local spot to visit with very friendly folk, and there's even Chinese take away in town. We loved staying away from the tourist areas, and we got exactly what we were looking for in a small country cottage. There's a great little wooded walk just across the street to bird watch or just enjoy a stroll. The washer and dryer were very handy, and the heating kept us toasty when we needed it.

Cooga Cottage is a perfect, relaxing vacation destination. My sister and I stayed here during the Spring and although we did not have a car we were perfectly happy to relax and enjoy Doon. If you wish to sightsee, you will need a car as the town of Doon has only a couple small grocery stores, some pubs, and a church. Everyone we met in the town was kind, helpful, and welcoming. My sister and I especially enjoyed Anne's grocery store where everyone was polite and friendly and we could buy fresh scones. The cottage itself was a complete joy to stay at as it is: - equipt with every comfort and convenience possible (and more) including a spacious bathroom, complimentary shampoo and conditioner, multiple hair dryers, excellent quality appliances including a dishwasher, well equipt kitchen, plush furniture and bedrooms, sewing kit, vacuum cleaner, and tea. - Upon arriving the cottage was clean and Tom was welcoming and had supplied chocolate treats, milk for tea, and a bouquet of daffodils from the gorgeous and meticulously kept yard (for summer visitors, the yard has fruit trees). He also gave us a tour and told us the history of the cottage, which deepened our appreciation for it. - Tom went out of his way to help in anyway possible, had labeled where things go, and had an in-depth guest book which included grocery store hours, bus schedules, emergency contacts, instructions about the trash, compost, and recycling, etc. - The price was a great deal and Tom was fair and generous with the cost of utilities. - The cottage is obviously well-cared for and its beautiful and cozy decorations make it truly feel like a home away from home. Our time at Cooga Cottage was a complete joy and we highly recommend it to any traveler who values relaxation and comfort.

When I found out that the Irish Tourism Board rated this property with only 3 stars, I was genuinely perplexed. A little research revealed that this is the highest rating that they will attribute to such an accommodation, which sadly, is misleading to those researching whether to stay at Cooga Cottage and here's why: It is fantastic! From the moment you open the gate and walk up to the front door, you experience the extra little touches that the owner has taken to make your stay here flawless. The front garden is decorated with small bushes in the shape of a bear and a duck..the kids will love it! The very large grassy area next to the cottage is manicured and adorned with rose bushes and lawn chairs perfect for relaxing after a day of sight-seeing. There is a long stone driveway leading to a large car park and a convenient entrance into the back of the cottage. The lights are motion-censored and come on automatically making finding your keys a cinch. Inside the cottage, you will find traditional furnishings, a fireplace, and decorative pieces adorning the window sills and walls providing a genuine Irish experience. There is cable, WIFI, and a flat screen TV. Each of the 3 bedrooms are large and spacious with furniture and closets for your personal belongings. The main bedroom is located on the first floor and the other 2 are upstairs….one with a queen bed and the other with two doubles. The kitchen is modern with upgraded appliances and a plethora of cooking tools to assist you in your self-catering needs. The bathroom is immaculate and provides a pretty respectable shower. If you forget something, then no worries! because the owner has thought of it all when it comes to making your stay worry-free. There are amenities already stocked in the bathroom. He even provided converters for my American plug-in devices! I went with a friend to Cooga Cottage, but it is perfect for couples, families with small or teenaged children, or a single looking for a peaceful get-away. The Cottage is centrally-located to the major thorough-ways for longer trips to Dublin or the Cliffs of Moher and only about 30-40 mins by car to Limerick, Bunratty Castle, Adare, and the Rock of Cashel. The town of Doon is within walking distance. The town of Cappamore is a few kilometers down the road and has excellent Irish cuisine. Cooga Cottage is truly an exceptional property - landing 5 stars in my book!

We arrived in the early morning hours, pleasantly surprised with the owner's earlier email, letting us know we had his permission to check in before the usual afternoon hour posted on-line. So,we were impressed already,as this was certainly a kind gesture after our long flight to get there! We were very grateful for this allowance, as it enabled us to rest a bit and freshen up before we set out to explore the area. The directions to the Cottage were accurate and easy to follow.Even though it was dark outside when we landed at the Shannon airport and we were driving on the opposite side of the long,curving roads, it was only about a half hour's journey to the property's front door. Very convenient. Tom quickly filled us in on the history of the cottage - when it was purchased - who was born there - while we walked through each of the rooms and admired all of the little touches that welcomed us in for our vacation. It made us feel at home, listening to how happy the cottage was, as well as the family living there. We could almost hear the laughter of children and the music of the concertina being played in the cozy rooms we stood in. The cottage was SPOTLESS and had ALL the comforts of home. It was warm and welcoming, with three bedrooms to pick from. Outside, the yard was a gorgeous landscape of well- manicured lawns and arbors, with gardens still full of flowers, already long gone for the season, back home in America. Roses bloomed against well-kept sheds and in the front garden. There were other flowers that I could not name, tucked into fences or running along the ground beside the cottage. Cooga Cottage was central to everywhere we had planned to go, so it was a perfect place for these two travelers to vacation in. It was an easy walk into the village, where there were pubs, shops, friendly people, a market, gas station and historical graveyard. It was also close to highways that brought us to Limerick, Bunratty Castle, Dublin, and The Village Of Adare, to name a few. I would recommend the cottage to anyone who wants a taste and feel of home while in another country. It kept us grounded and made us feel happy and content when we got up and had our breakfast with coffee, or home for dinner and a look through the many pictures we had taken while out for the day. I will definitely make my way back to Ireland and the cottage that was such a big part of my trip to that countryside.

This was our second visit to Cooga Cottage. Our first visit was two years ago with our 18 year old granddaughter. We had such a lovely time and couldn't wait to return. This visit was with two grandsons, ages 17 and 22. Again, a terrific time was had by all of us. I enjoyed looking out the kitchen window to the beautiful flowers in the garden. The guys tried teaching themselves hurling on the huge lawn. They also kicked a soccer ball around. (Tom was so kind to leave a soccer ball out for them to use. It was the first thing they did after bringing in their suitcases.) It would have been lovely to eat in the garden at the table/chairs provided, but we were always on the go. (Ah, next time.) The cottage is very conveniently located to so many places. I did cook breakfast almost every day in the beautifully equiped kitchen. There is everything a cook would want--including an apron! It was great keeping our laundry done up--no need to pack so much when you know you have a washer & dryer in the cottage. Actually, the entire cottage is equipped with everything needed--hair dryers, maps, shampoo, Q-tips, soaps bath/laundry/dish, coffee, tea, and spices. Tom even left a container of milk and chocolates for us. He is so thoughtful. I can't say enough good things about this gem of a cottage and its owner, Tom. As I told him when I booked the cottage this year, "I feel like I'm coming home." It's on my bucket list to take our other six grandchildren to Cooga Cottage in the future. I was saddened to find the Chinese restaurant in the church next door had closed. Although there are wonderful places to eat nearby, that one had been a special favorite of mine. We met a lovely neighbor and her daughter while we were by the road looking through the folliage for the sliotar (hurling ball). They were so kind as to drop by later with a sliotar for the guys--her son wanted them to have it. The clerk at the store always asked what I had seen/done during the day when I'd stop in for groceries. There are very friendly people in Doon. We walked on the nature trail near the cottage for the first time during this visit. It will definitely be something I do on every visit. I keep a picture of Cooga Cottage on my laptop as a screen saver. Just looking at it whisks me back to Ireland and drops my blood pressure. I highly recommend this cottage!!

Cooga cottage is a lovely place to stay when you want to have a cozy home away from home. The cottage is located in the town of Doon, County Limerick--about a one-hour drive from the airport in Shannon. My sister, my 13-month old daughter an myself stayed for six nights at Cooga cottage from March 23rd through March 29th. The cottage is meticulously maintained by its owner, who also grew up in Cooga cottage. The owner greeted us and gave us a tour of the cottage. There was a beautiful vase of fresh cut yellow Irish Daffodils in the kitchen window awaiting our arrival. The refrigerator was stocked with fresh milk and yummy chocolate treats were available for Cooga cottage guests. A crib, soft blankets and a high-chair for my 13 month old daughter was also provided. Everything is well organized and clean in the cottage. When I needed to bring my daughter to the doctor (she had an ear infection), I was able to look through a book that the cottage owner provided about Cooga & Doon which included information for a general practice physician in Doon. My daughter was seen and treated appropriately by the physician in Doon. The book also contains information about the shops and restaurant/pubs in and around Doon. The property is beautifully landscaped and manicured. The location is beautiful and serene. When I go back to Ireland, I would love to stay at Cooga cottage again.

We had a lovely two weeks in the Cooga Cottage over Christmas. Cooga Cottage is in a lovely location. The Cottage has everything for personal needs. Tom the owner is the friendliest, loveliest person. He mad our stay so welcome. We did love the open fire,we have been using it everyday. We shale return soon.

When we were looking for vacation rentals for a three week visit to Ireland, location was key. We found the location of Cooga Cottage to be perfect for our first week. Once we arrived and settled in, we knew we had found a treasure in location, accommodation and hospitality! Tom is a wonderful host and so gracious to share this old family home! The folks we met in the village were all friendly, warm and welcoming. We were able to comfortably visit many of the fantastic sites in southern, southwestern, and western Ireland and still return at an early enough hour to cook a fine meal in the well equipped kitchen and step out for a pint in our now favorite pub, The Local. Thank you Tom! I would definitely come back to this rental and this wonderful village, and I can't recommend Cooga Cottage enough!

Cooga Cottage is a treasure, situated near Limerick in the lovely quiet village area of Doon, it is the perfect home base location for experiencing the lower half of Ireland. The cottage is hardly a cottage – it is a 3 bedroom home with a full bathroom, kitchen, washer and dryer, absolutely filled with every conceivable item one could possibly require including loads of pots and pans, various knives, whisks, kettle, coffee makers, microwave, an outside garden pot includes fresh herbs such as parsley, rosemary, mint, chives, etc., quality bed linens, towels, even soap, shampoo, laundry detergent and toilet paper, Tom, the owner has thought of everything. Positioned on a large fully landscaped property with gated driveway you can park your vehicle right outside the door and the outside lawn furniture offers the perfect setting to enjoy a glass of wine after a day of exploring (you also get to see the stunning church next door through the kitchen window!). A short stroll into town and you have neighbourhood pubs (we really liked “Kellys”), Chinese take away, pharmacy, convenience shops (big grocery store/mall is about a 15 minute drive away) plus loads of friendly folks. Tom lives only 2 driveways away if you need him and the rental home is full of reference books and travel maps to use during your stay. My wife and I have been renting vacation homes for over 10 years now and Cooga Cottage is among the best accommodations that we have had the pleasure to stay in. Thank-you again Tom!

Cooga Cottage was by far the best property we have stayed in anywhere. Tom has gone out of his way to add little touches which mean that the cottage is truly a home away from home. Tom's friendliness and openness is a major plus. It is so nice to be able to relax and know you are not going to have any hassles whatsoever. I left my precious hat behind in the cottage and Tom did not hesitate to send it one to my home in Canada. That's just the kind of person he is. Tom understands hospitality in a way that most here in North America have completely forgotten. Worth noting the restaurant options in the village are limited to the Chinese restaurant next door, but the whole joy of rentals is being able to cook for oneself. Good location for touring - we drove he Ring of Kerry in a (long) day and the Cliffs of Moher - not too far away. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Cooga Cottage to anyone considering a vacation rental in Western Ireland,

We recently spent three weeks in Cooga Cottage while visitng relatives and sightseeing in Ireland. We previously had stayed in the cottage in 2007.The location of the cottage is central and other counties can be accessed readily. The cottage was very clean and comfortable and had all the mod-cons and more. The grounds and garden were immaculate - all credit to Tom. Should we be in Ireland again in the future, we would not hesitate to stay there again.

Our arrival at Cooga began good. Tom showed us all the house. He had also put some milk in the fridge and some biscuits on a plate for us. We did get soap for the washmachine and dishwasher. The kitchen was verry nice and had more tools than standard. Because I like cooking it was very nice that I even had a mixer and bakingdishes,so I could make a nice Dutch appletart and more cakes. There was also next to the backdoor a herpsgarden. Our bed did sleep so good that we slept till noon. Perhaps it was because we had a hot bath in the large bathroom. The garden was very big and beautyful with nice flowers and a luxirous gardentable and chairs, there was also a gardenseat in a flowerpergola. The cottage has a big place for your car. In the sitting room is a large bookcase with many books and games. The television has many transmitters. Next to the cottage is a restaurant in a church so you don't need the car. Do you want to go shopping in a big city than there is Limmerick.It is only 20 minutes away. In Limmerick you can also vissit some castles and churches. Do you like gardens than there are planty in the neigbourhood. Because Doon is in the middle of many attractions it is never a long drive. Doon itself is very little and it has only minimarkets. One week was too short for us in this very clean and nice cottage. Tom, you are a great person and your cottage is wonderfull.