Reviews of The Dales
Gorey The Dales, Gorey, Ireland

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Reviewed: 31 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewA beautiful and elegant location and house/room. Bernadette was an excellent and courteous host who always exceeded expectations. I would highly recommend the Dales.
Reviewed: 26 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewVery nice Bed and Breakfast! Super friendly and loved the decor
Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe lady of the house was so welcoming and friendly. Bernadette was the perfect host. The bedroom was big and spacious. Walk in wardrobe for your luggage. Big bathroom with freestanding tub (my daughter loved this) three big beds. Breakfast was delicious and served with a smile 😃 cant say enough about this stay. A must book
There is nothing to dislike
Reviewed: 7 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewEverything! Rooms are big and comfortable. Wonderfully home-cooked breakfast! We were made to feel so at home by the host; she was wonderful and so good with our family. Thank you so much for the great stay.
Nothing
Reviewed: 7 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat place the host was kind hearted welcoming and gave us a great breakfast great company the house is fit for a king
Reviewed: 2 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe amazing host Bernadette explained everything to us on arrival. Superiorly quiet location with magnificent views. Antique furniture makes this house very special.
Reviewed: 1 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewMyself and my 3 sisters stayed here recently and what a gem of a place it was. The host, Bernadette, was superb. The room was beautiful and beds really comfy. The breakfast was the best I have ever had, lovely compot to start with a variety of fresh fruit, followed by a delicious cooked breakfast. We will definitely be back for visit!!!
Nothing!!
Reviewed: 26 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewRoom was lovely
Reviewed: 15 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBernadette was a fantastic host. We made a mistake with GPS and arrived really late at night. She had us all set up with smoothies for 3. The location is so quiet and calm away from the hustle. An incredible breakfast spread. She's very accommodating and gave us her time to talk. We're on a long trip and it was a great reset for us on day one in Ireland. The dog & cat charmed us, as we missed ours.
Booking .com doesn't have the proper address in it's system. Best it to Google it, and gos that way. The drive isn't for the faint of heart, true old school Irish roads. But i was fine.
Reviewed: 12 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBernadette the owner is very friendly and well organised. Everything is well maintained and in a great condition. Nice quiet place and a good atmosphere around. We liked and enjoyed every detail in the house.
Reviewed: 12 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 9 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewWe were travelling for work and arrived late and we were greeted by the lovely Bernadette. Such a lovely warm welcome we received and Bernadette had also went to the trouble to make us a delicious strawberry smoothy, such a lovely touch. Our room was huge with a beautiful four poster bed and a beautiful view over the countryside. The facilities were spotless and we had a very comfortable nights stay. Breakfast was wonderful, beautiful fresh fruit, homemade rhubarb yogurt and delicious cooked breakfast. Thank you for your wonderful hospitality Bernadette, we will definitely be back :):)
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Reviewed: 5 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful home and location with antique furniture and decor, along with a modern bath and shower. The goats were an unexpected plus!
You must be cautious when walking on the road due to its winding nature, so it's best to drive if you're going to another location for meals or outings.
Reviewed: 30 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewLoved the large house with antique furniture. The ensuite was larger than most, with both a bath and shower.
Reviewed: 28 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast was fantastic! You won't get this in the Netherlands.
The light above the mirror in the bathroom could have been better - difficult to shave.
Reviewed: 22 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewAll good 👍 Magnificent accommodation with amazing facilities and food 😍
Reviewed: 14 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewA great first night in Ireland! Bella, the dog, was a delight! Bernadette was delightful!
Reviewed: 2 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 2 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewLovely place, lovely owners, lovely pets and lovely food. Honestly 10/10 stayed because of a work trip but am looking at going back and staying there on holiday for a week or long weekend.
The gravel on the drive is very deep, just something to keep in mind if in a low vehicle or motorbike.
Reviewed: 25 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewWe visited for a family wedding nearby and Bernadette was very welcoming, extremely helpful and accommodating, going above and beyond our usual B&B experiences. The room was spotless, spacious and very comfortable (ideal for 2 adults and 2 children) and the location was beautiful, serene and relaxing. The breakfast was superb, fresh fruit, yoghurt and full irish - all freshly prepared and served with a smile. We really appreciated the decor throughout the whole house, the boys were very impressed with the antique furniture, grandfather clocks and chess boards, and Bella the dog! Highy recommend- we will be back!
Reviewed: 12 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewVery nice, well appointed accommodation, a peaceful relaxing location and exceedingly convenient as a base for touring the area,
Reviewed: 7 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThis accommodation is somewhat remote, in the middle of nature. The rooms were huge and very stylishly furnished. The view from the window was directly onto a green landscape. The area is very well suited for excursions into nature. The house is very large and beautiful. The landlords are super friendly, courteous and helpful. The breakfast was freshly prepared and lovingly served by Bernadette. The selection is very good. Wi-Fi worked very well and it was very quiet at night. It was an absolutely relaxing stay there. A perfect end to my vacation in Ireland. I will miss the country and its people.
Reviewed: 28 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewExcellent property, secure and plenty of parking. The entrance to the home is so grand and welcoming, you feel like you are walking into a grand mansion in the country. Beautifully appointed, and host Bernadette makes you feel comfortable right away and gives just the right amount of attention without it being too much. Some lovely touches in the room like fresh flowers and a yummy homemade strawberry smoothie as a welcome drink. Everything was there to make my stay an extra special treat, a comfy bed and the bathroom in my room was like being in a Spa, with a spacious power shower and huge soaking tub. I was in heaven! And then to cap at all, Bernadette provided a custom order breakfast, with organic fruits and yoghurt as well as a yummy cooked breakfast and delicious coffee. The location is slightly off the beaten track, but well worth the extra drive to stay there as this is a unique property in the Irish countryside with great views and even resident goats and wild rabbits on the lawn to add to the gorgeous views from the bedroom windows.
Thank you Rachel for your wonderful feedback! The pleasure was all mine & I look forward to seeing you again.
Reviewed: 8 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast good