Reviews of The Chocolate Box
P81VX74 Skibbereen, Ireland
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Reviewed: 7 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewIt's a remote location, which could be pros and cons: it's 10-15 min drive from any shops, but it is also so peaceful! I think it's perfect for some retreats where you have almost no connection to civilisation and internet. They have Wi-Fi box, but connection is very slow and barely enough for watching films. There is no smart TV either, so it's mostly you, nature and a good book to read. So it really depends on your expectations really if like it or not. They also have 2 bedroom and living room with nice sofa bed. Few more things: - we loved heated blanket! - easy check in (door was open) - that place is perfect for board games in the living room, so bring some with you!
- smell in bathroom was terrible after using it - it was a bit dirty (spider web and dust all over the place) - no dishwasher - mould on walls
Reviewed: 8 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewComfortable cottage with lovely views. Good parking and good facilities. Very friendly and helpful owner, but the star of the show was buddy the dog!
It's a little dated, but cosy.
Reviewed: 18 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 4 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewQuiet and comfortable. Good location for visiting around west Cork. Very cosy as heating very efficient .
Shower does not have much power.
Reviewed: 22 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewExtremely quiet rural location with owners living close by for help. Outstanding property for the price asked. The setting was idyllic with beautiful moorland scenery and outstanding views close by. Mount Gabriel - a must! Visit to Heritage Museum in Skibbereen was well worthwhile. But much else to see and do in the area.
Evenings the lighting was poor. The property would have benefited from a good, bright lamp for reading and route planning.
Reviewed: 31 August 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewThe setting was unique. An old converted cow shed. Full of character
All good
Reviewed: 15 August 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 9 July 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 7 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewAbsolutely beautiful little cottage in the country. It was definitely a home away from home. Fantastic heating for the cold nights. Every appliance and cookery item needed was provided for i the kitchen. It was great to have a washing machine. The bed was very comfortable and the doona was warm and fluffy. Perfect holiday accommodation for a family
Absolutely nothing, it was a fantastic property
Reviewed: 7 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewThe property was so cold and damp..floors were wet with damp and such an awful smell..it was truly appalling..i slipped on mud when leaving and hurt my back..worst trip ever. The owner seems not interested in the property
See above
Reviewed: 1 January 2024 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 9 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewSelf contained, had everything we needed. Warmed up quickly with heaters on.
Several things didn’t work. Electric Shower, bathroom mirror light, loose toilet seat, and sky tv needed a contract update. Tv arial was loose and cable almost worn out so picture flickered. Needs a bit of TLC.
Reviewed: 20 March 2023 · Stayed in March 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 20 February 2023 · Stayed in February 2023
Verified reviewThere was a smell from the main bathroom.. probably from the water drainage in bath/shower/sink due to non routine use
Reviewed: 19 September 2022 · Stayed in September 2022
Verified reviewReviewed: 4 September 2022 · Stayed in August 2022
Verified reviewThe peace and quiet, The area, Location was perfect for us & Mary was lovely We'll definitely be back of she'll have us
We weren't there long enough