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Shelburne Lodge

Killowen Road | Co. Kerry, Kenmare, Ireland
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Shelburne Lodge
Ranked #3 of 53 Kenmare B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 90 Reviews
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Brighton, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Shelburne Lodge is a five-minute walk from the town centre of Kenmare. Tom and Maura, the owners, were very welcoming and provided a cup of tea and cake on arrival, served beside the log-fire in the sitting room. The building is old and has a fascinating history. The owners have successfully striven to maintain the ambience of a mansion from... More

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Kelowna, Canada
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Shelburne Lodge was a wonderful place to stay! Maura and Tom were gracious hosts and we were awed by the history of the home and the antiques everywhere. Had it not been for the running water and electricity, we could have believed we'd been transported back to the 1800's! Shelburne Lodge is situated on spacious, beautiful grounds and is very... More

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NC
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2011
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We stayed here one night on our trip through Ireland. This is a warm and friendly old mansion. The room was quite comfortable and the breakfast was outstanding. The host were friendly and knowledgeable of the area. It's also great that it is just a few blocks from downtown.. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 October 2011
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This lovely old mansion is not to be missed. Very roomy, comfortable accommodations. The breakfast was outstanding. Wonderful grounds to stroll and just a few minutes walk to downtown. More

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california
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 September 2011
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person found this review helpful

We spent two nights here and could not have been more delighted. We were welcomed by Maura, an ex-chef, who is so charming and energetic. Her husband Tom is great and handles the breakfast which is absolutely wonderful while also providing history lessons on the area or for that matter, anywhere in the world!!! They have a daughter who is... More

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Jacksonville, North Carolina
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 September 2011

My husband I stayed here on the first night of our honeymoon. We couldn't have asked for better hosts or a better place to stay. This place is very clean and the breakfast was amazing. The hosts, Tom and Maura, make you feel right at home and also provide excellent recommendations for where to eat in Kenmare! Can't wait to... More

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tustin
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 August 2011
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great location to walk in to town. Old Country feel. Great breakfast. Clean rooms! Lovely visist More

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Madrid, Spain
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 August 2011
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The Shelburne Lodge is an excellent small hotel (more than a B&B) in a lovely old house with beautiful gardens. Walking distance into Kenmare, but very quiet (set off from the road). Our room was very nice and airy, with antique furniture and fresh flowers, beds very comfortable. The breakfasts were absolutely fantastic: served in a charming dining room, you... More

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Cork, Ireland
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 August 2011
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I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the Shelburne lodge set on beautifull gardens. There was fresh flowers in every room and i am still dreaming about the food. The family of the house were also extremely welcoming, i had a great stay. More

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San Francisco, California
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94 reviews 94 reviews
Reviews in 52 cities Reviews in 52 cities
64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 August 2011
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We had a memorable three day stay at Shelburne Lodge. Everything was perfect, or nearly so, starting with the warm welcome from the inkeeper and her family. Throughout our stay, she, her husband and her daughter continued to be of the utmost friendliness and helpfulness in making us feel welcome and in giving advice on things to do and see... More

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Killowen Road | Co. Kerry, Kenmare, Ireland
Price range (per night):* RM160 - 402

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