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We have 8 furnished Mongolian yurts, 3 bell tents and tent pitches, all with breathtaking views of South Harbour! We are a family friendly and dog friendly campsite.
Our second, longer stay at Chleire Haven was, if anything, even better than our first. Although the weather was rainy for a day or so, the stove in our yurt kept us cosy. Lyndy and Finbar make all the logistics comfortable and easy. The campsite is so well-taken care off--including showers with hot water.
Lyndy in particular is very responsive in answering emails ahead of time and went out of her way to make sure we got our favorite yurt with the best views in all of Ireland.
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Date of stay: July 2024
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Chleire Haven offers a friendly base in an absolutely beautiful spot. Pitched over a bay lined by a purple flowered rock face and high cliffs with turquoise water below, the campsite has with ease won top European awards. Clean with warm showers, ample facilities and good vibes, Chleire Haven has been a fun annual trip for the past few years. Finn and Lindsey are available to help from your arrival off the ferry and maintain a high standard. Remember it's an island and be mindful of your waste, composte and recycle what you can. The weather is gloriously changeable so brace for all elements. A swim in either harbour is great. Some seriously great hikes.
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip:Brace yourself for all the elements including sunscreen, swimsuit and hat!
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on Google Five stars is not enough. Fin and Lindy are sound, as are all the other campers, and locals. I was there for a week's fishing, and got good sun, sea air, a few mackerel, interesting evening chats, craic and sing songs. There is a lovely island atmosphere of respect for each other and this allows for proper relaxation on a little jewel of an island. The facilities in the campsite are top notch too and it is no surprise that people keep coming back. Six stars!
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Had a brilliant weekend! Stayed in a Yurt which was fantastic. Toilet and shower block was extremely clean. The views were breathtaking and the Yurt was equipped with everything we could possibly need. The kids were particularly delighted with the hot cocoa! Everyone we met on the Island was incredibly friendly. We can't wait to come back!
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Date of stay: April 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Lyndy Davies, Owner at Chleire Haven
Responded May 18, 2022
Hi Vicky, thanks for the review! Glad you finally made it over!! Hope to see you again 😁
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Excellent facilities at this wonderful campsite. Our family w/2 x kids 6 & 8yo had a fantastic time. Yurt accommodation was huge novelty especially on rainy days as it was so well equipped. Great escape from technology- we enjoyed kayaking, campfire, swimming, walks & making new little friends etc..
Big thanks to lovely staff Lyndy, Finbar & Sally for making us so welcome. V friendly & thanks to Finbar for dressing our little girls finger when she cut it! Wonderful experience & looking forward to next years trip already.
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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My boyfriend and I have just returned from a 2 night stay in a gorgeous yurt. We had the most amazing time, we loved every minute and didn’t want to leave! Lyndy and Finbarr were just fantastic, they were so accommodating and so welcoming and informative and nothing was a bother. The campsite is in a fantastic location and the views are phenomenal! The communal showers/toilets/sinks etc are fab and spotlessly clean. Our yurt was so cozy and so spacious as well as really private. We ordered one of the breakfast packs for our first morning which was ideal and so convenient. We had a bbq on one of the nights which was provided to us it was the business! It was exceeded my expectations and we couldn’t have asked for anything more. It was just the most perfect stay, so special, we’ll definitely be back. Thank you for looking after us ☺️
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Lyndy Davies, Owner at Chleire Haven
Responded May 18, 2022
Thanks for the fab review Aine! Glad the 2 of you had a fab time! You might need to make it a new birthday tradition, lol! X
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We had the most amazing three days staying in a yurt at Chleire Haven. The view from our yurt was incredible!! With a beautiful view across the south harbour. The yurt was warm and comfy with everything you could need and our own lovely decking and picnic bench. We had our puppy with us too which was welcomed by everyone which was lovely. The showers and bathrooms were so clean and tidy too. I can’t recommend Lyndy and Finbarr’s campsite enough, we will definitely be back!
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We booked this with our friends after they had stayed here a number of years ago and were returning. What a fabulous location. Situated on a picturesque site that just cascades into the second unused harbour. The view is unparalleled. We stayed in the yurts with our three young kids and it was perfect. Everything you could need , including a gas cooker. The yurt has a lovely outdoor decking space to dine. We even had a show one evening from a pod of seals that swam into the harbour. Owners were wonderful and couldn't do enough for us. Facilities are very clean and plenty of hot water. Lots to do for the walking enthusiast and wonderful swimming spots. Kayaking also available. No reception on the campsite which was actually a plus for us. Really contributed to a complete break. Will definitely be back and wholeheartedly recommend.
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Fabulous yurts, all the amenities needed are included, fantastic service, Lyndy and Finbarr couldn't do more for us. Breathtaking views and fantastic walks, highly recommend for a family adventure, will be going back next year during the Summer months!
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Just spent two wonderful nights in one the the fabulous yurts. A family of four with two small boys it was just perfect. The yurts are soo spacious with drinking water, tea/coffee, hot chocolate, sugar, cooking oil, salt pepper, coolers, little stove and even books and toys for the litte ones! The cooler was excellent and kept some supplies we brought with us perfectly fresh. The showers and toilets were spotless. Great wash up area. Lovely little sand pit for little kids and ample green area for playing ball and getting to know other kids on campsite. The island itself is very hilly and not for the fainthearted, but the short walk from the pier to the campsite is doable for anyone. The restaurant at the shiopa is very basic as is the shop. Its a shame they dont sell meat salads etc for bbq but we will be more equipt next time (supervalue deliver to the island a few days a week so would be worth online shopping if you are staying for a week). Cotters menu is limited but is what it says on the tin and food is good. Getting back to the yurt, they have thought of everything fly squatters, blankets if cool at night and bbq & fire pits which can be hired. The views were amazing, loving decking and picnic area outside every yurt, very comfortable beds. We will be back, we simply loved our stay.
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Date of stay: July 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from SallyandDaveCape, Owner at Chleire Haven
Responded Jul 30, 2018
Thank you so much for your lovely review! So pleased you enjoyed your stay with us, we hope to see you all again soon. Reviews like this make it all worthwhile :-)
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IrelandProvince of MunsterCounty CorkCape Clear Island
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