Locality
The local area boasts many points of interest, namely Derrynane National Park, 320 acres of parkland which includes Derrynane House, the home of the famous Daniel O'Connell, "The Liberator".
The imposing ruins of Staigue Fort are close by and are probably the finest example of a stone fort in Ireland. This fort is about 2,500 years old.
Other activities in the area include a variety of watersports, fishing, horseriding and walking. The Kerry Way walking route is just across the road.
Ogham Stone, Derrynane
Derrynane House
Staigue Fort
Dark Sky Reserve
A 700sq km area in southwest Kerry, incorporating Caherdaniel, has been named an international “dark sky reserve”, securing the highest designation for the exceptional quality of its night sky.
It is the first region in Ireland to receive such an award and – if it achieves “gold-tier” reserve status – the first region in the northern hemisphere to get this designation.
More information may be found here.
Wild Atlantic Way
Explore one of Ireland’s most spectacular coastal touring routes, the Wild Atlantic Way. This remarkable coastal route stretches for 1500 miles along Ireland’s dramatic western seaboard taking in some of the most enchanting scenery in the world.
More information may be found here.
Atlantico - Interactive Maps
Explore one of Ireland’s most spectacular coastal touring routes, the Wild Atlantic Way. This remarkable coastal route stretches for 1500 miles along Ireland’s dramatic western seaboard taking in some of the most enchanting scenery in the world.
Interactive maps may be found here.
Westcove House
Westcove House, The Stables and Garden Cottage are three unique period properties, full of character set in the same grounds overlooking the beautiful Kenmare estuary in Co. Kerry. Georgian, Westcove House comfortably sleeps 10 while the converted Stables and wonderfully restored Garden Cottage sleep 11 and 5 respectively. Together all three properties are ideal for reunions, get-togethers and celebrations of special occasions. The elegant dining room in Westcove House, overlooking the waters of Westcove harbour, comfortably seats 18 (maximum 26) and various delicious catering options can be provided. Live music/dancing can be arranged for guests in our games room which adjoins The Stables but is also accessible from the outside.
The games room is also ideal for holding talks, classes, activities and demonstrations for a wide variety of interest groups. Art groups delight in our north-facing studio, while walking groups can revive weary muscles in our sauna after a day's rambling. Golf courses in our area are among the best in the world and within an hours drive you will find several top class facilities making Westcove also an ideal base for golfers
More information may be found here.
My Ireland Travel Guide
This easy-to-use travel guide takes you through all the regions of Ireland one by one, detailing all the most popular attractions, the best places to stay, even where to find the best pint of Guinness. It contains links to countless Ireland travel resources and presents a detailed summary of Ireland's key destinations. Use it to help you start planning your Ireland vacation, or just fire it up on your smart phone before you leave the hotel each morning.
It doesn't matter what kind of Ireland vacation you're planning. Whether you're looking for a five-star hotel, or maybe more a five-euro hostel, this pocket guide will set out all your options in detail.
More information may be found here.
