Alan and Margaret Brown’s Old Cable House has Victorian character and the added interest of its transatlantic cable history.
It is set high above the town to give clear Atlantic views, and the simply furnished rooms have everything necessary (including en-suite facilities) but with the emphasis on home comfort and Victorian atmosphere; the pine floors, original sash windows and the feeling of spending time in someone’s treasured home are the real plus for those who appreciate vernacular architecture.
Three disability-friendly rooms were recently added on the ground floor, and a restaurant extension.
It is open to non-residents, and offers what the Browns correctly describe as unpretentious good food with character: Alan, who is the chef, lays the emphasis on seafood and locally sourced meats served in an hospitable atmosphere.
Waterville Golf Club is on the doorstep, of course, and there are many interesting things to do when staying here.
Rooms 13 (4 family, 3 ground floor, 3 for disabled, all no smoking); B&B €42 pps; ss €15. Children welcome (under 2s free in parents' room, cot available free of charge, baby sitting arranged; playground); free broadband wi/fi. Pets permitted (stay in bedroom, charge). Restaurant seats 32 (high chair, childrens menu); D daily in summer, 6-9.30pm; early D €20, 6-7pm; house wine from €17. Cycling, fishing, equestrian, golf and walking all nearby. Closed 24-25 Dec. MasterCard, Visa.
