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The Old Cable Historic House

3.0 star property
Comfortable guesthouse with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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Beach
Garden
Exterior
Egyptian cotton sheets, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, free WiFi
Breakfast and dinner served, seafood
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

Explore the area

Map
Old Telegraph Cable Station, Waterville, Kerry, 04901
  • Popular LocationWaterville Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationWaterville Golf Links4 min drive
  • Popular LocationDerrynane Bay Beach26 min drive

Room options

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Fireplace

Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Fireplace

Standard Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Fireplace

2 Rooms sharing 1 exclusive bathroom 1 Double Bed Room 1 Single Bedded Room max 3 persons

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
2 bedrooms
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Family Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Triple Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Waterville

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Waterville awaits you at The Old Cable Historic House. Within steps you'll find The Atlantic Telegraph Waterville and The Story of Waterville Cable Station Exhibition within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this beach guest house include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find an outdoor tennis court, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Waterville guest house include Waterville Beach and within 30 minutes you'll find Waterville Golf Links.
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What's nearby

  • Waterville Beach - 6 min walk
  • Skellig Bay Golf Club - 3 min drive
  • Waterville Golf Links - 4 min drive
  • Derrynane House - 15 min drive
  • Derrynane Bay Beach - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 160 min drive

Restaurants

  • Scarriff Inn - 10 min drive
  • Beachcove Cafe - 6 min walk
  • The Lobster - 6 min walk
  • The Blind Piper - 14 min drive
  • Dooley's - 7 min walk

About this property

The Old Cable Historic House

Comfortable guesthouse with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly The Old Cable Historic House. The guest house can provide concierge services and limo/town car service. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Waterville guest house.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Old Cable Historic House offers 10 accommodations with fireplaces. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift

More

  • Building
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Floor

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer on request
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Fireplace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 120 per vehicle (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

Old Cable
Old Cable Historic House
Old Cable Historic House B&B
Old Cable Historic House B&B Waterville
Old Cable Historic House Waterville
Old Cable House
Old Cable Historic Waterville
Old Cable Historic
Old Cable Historic House Guesthouse Waterville
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The Old Cable Historic House Guesthouse Waterville

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Old Cable Historic House?

The Old Cable Historic House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Cable Historic House?

As of 13 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Cable Historic House on 19 May 2024 start from AU$228.32, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Old Cable Historic House?

Yep, The Old Cable Historic House has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Old Cable Historic House?

Yep, The Old Cable Historic House is a short 6-minute walk from Waterville Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing.

Is The Old Cable Historic House family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities like babysitting services and on-site mini golf, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise The Old Cable Historic House is a hit with families.

Does The Old Cable Historic House serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Old Cable Historic House?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Old Cable Historic House?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Old Cable Historic House's onsite restaurant that serves seafood.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Old Cable Historic House?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Old Cable Historic House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Old Cable Historic House?

There is a golf course next to The Old Cable Historic House.

The Old Cable Historic House Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 144 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 144 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 144 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 144 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 144 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Aubrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and quaint. Owner was very kind and welcoming. Room was nice, bed comfortable, bathroom spacious!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely friendly family run B&B very accommodating for our baby and great food choice for allergies. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

TRACEY

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Juanita

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We were not expected even booked a stay 6-7 weeks
There were no any communications from the property owners, we have arrived during check in window and the owners were surprised they have guests. The room was clean, ok comfortable, the lady seems irritated, maybe had a bad day.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendliness of the owners. Great food and room was excellent. Would recommend to others. They even gave me a 220 adapter. Cheers
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2023