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Seafield Guesthouse

  • Star Rating Guesthouse
  • Location Cobh in Co. Cork
  • Open May to August

Luxurious accommodation, in a gracious Victorian, family home on the shores of Cork Harbour in the wonderful town of Cobh (pronounced: Cove), in County Cork.  Cobh, formerly Queenstown, is in the very heart of a wonderfully scenic area with activities for all tastes.  Relax in the wonderful experience that is an authentic family residence in Ireland, with home baking and wholesome food.  Seafield, located within walking distance of the Cobh Heritage Centre which relates the story of, emigration, the Titanic, and many of the other wonders of Irish history and culture and near to some of Ireland best golf courses.  Sea angling, sailing and all water sports are available at your finger tip.  Seafield holds the highest recommendations and is committed to exclusive levels of service for all guests.  Situated only 25 minutes from Cork City, Cork Airport and the Ferryport used by  Brittany Ferries and Cork-Swansea Ferries, Seafield is a special place to stay for your holiday or business visit to Cobh.
Seafield is a 165 year old Victorian house in Cobh with pleasant views of Cork Harbour which is in the South West Region of Ireland.  It is now occupied by the Allen Family, who have lovingly restored the house.  On the seafront at Cobh, Seafield  is only a short walk from the railway station and within 10 minutes walk along the seafront to the town centre.  There is an hourly train service to Cork City, a mere 20 minute journey, along the estuary of the upper harbour with stops at Fota Island for the Wildlife Park and Golf and Little Island  also renowned as a great golfing centre.  The present owners are the Allen family who have been in seafield since 1983.  Notable previous residents at Seafield include Canon Sheehan author of Glenanaar and Colonel Colin Longfield who lived at seafield in the early 1900's. 
Now a comfortable Bed and Breakfast with real family ambience, Seafield, with all en suite facilities, boasts a traditional Irish welcome for every guest.  Most rooms have outstanding views over Cork Harbour where commercial and pleasure craft pass within 100 metres of your bedroom window. At Seafield they are especially proud of their excellent breakfast menu which is assured to prepare you for your days activity.  All cooking is done on an AGA Cooker, popularly known as the "Queen of Cookers".  Breakfast is served in the dining room which overlooks Haulbowline Island and the Headquarters of the Irish Naval Service.