Clonakilty is one of Ireland’s classic Stag Party locations. Located in West Cork, Clonakilty is a quiet and quaint old Irish town, but one that is full of things to do for a great lads weekend. The countryside abounds, meaning there is plenty of opportunity for fun outdoor games, before you return to town for a hearty meal in some […]
Bantry is an idyllic setting for a Hen Party to remember, as one of the most naturally stunning towns in Ireland. This seaside town in the heart of West Cork is a wonder to behold in the day time, with the fresh sea air teaming with the cleanliness of the streets and warmth of the locals to create a wonderful atmosphere. There […]
Run by Graham and Anne Ferguson. Oceanaddicts operate out of Kinsale taking divers diving to the Cork Harbour wrecks and the wonderful scenic dive sites at the Old Head of Kinsale and at the Ling Rocks. Their 9m and 6m ribs take divers to the sites in comfort with plenty of space for storage of kit. Oceanaddicts also run Ireland’s […]
A Bantry Stag Party is something truly special and unique, and when you consider everything the seaside town has going for itself, it really isn’t a surprise. One of the annual contenders in the Tidy Towns competitions, Bantry Town is very pleasing on the eye, with the quiet and clean streets full of fresh sea air from the waterways that run all […]
A quiet country home situated in peaceful scenic setting overlooking mature gardens and countryside, Ard na Greine is located on a quiet country road with little traffic. Ard na Greine is a wonderful tranquil and restful place to stay, with beautiful gardens. Ideal base for touring West Cork/South Kerry. Nature gardens for guests use ~ Breakfast menu Recipient of the Irish […]
We all know of the land of milk and honey that is generally associated with stories from the bible. Little do people know that while Moses was a great leader and preacher, he was terrible at directions and mistakenly confused Israel with Ireland! That said many poets and storytellers have also described Ireland as a land overflowing with agricultural riches […]
What are you talking about I hear you exclaim? Is this another delusional Irish man thinking he is living in Hawaii rather than on the edge of the wild North Atlantic? That may be the case, but apart from the lean tanned torso’s and bikini clad beauties adorning the beaches… oh yes and the year round heat, we have everything […]
Our fishing lodge is situated on the shores of Lough Allua, aprox. 5km from Inchigeelagh Village, overlooking a narrow but long water system,also called the “Inchigeelagh lakes” and is the perfect location for Angling Holidays in Southern Ireland. “Tir na Spideoga”,the land of the robins,is situated on the edge of the Gaeltacht (irish speaking area) near Ballingeary in West Cork. […]
At Springfield House Bed & Breakfast, you can be assured of a warm welcome and enjoy a real homely holiday. Here you will always find a friendly atmosphere with a high standard of accommodation. Guests are given the highest service from the moment of arrival and literally nothing is too much trouble. They have a great reputation for hospitality where […]
Decies is a family run B&B which is located in a peaceful setting built on landscaped gardens with ensuite bedrooms which also includes/ TV/Wireless broadband/hairdryer/tea and coffee facilities. After a restful night you can relax and enjoy a home cooked breakfast in the south facing dining room. Decies Bed & Breakfast is conveniently located just off the N25 on the […]
A salt water lake, Lough Hyne (or Ine) contains rare sea life and is Ireland’s only Marine Wildlife Reserve. The nearby woods are popular amongst walkers for the spectacular view from the top of Knockomagh Hill. Lough Hyne was probably a freshwater lake until about four millennia ago, when rising sea levels flooded it with saline ocean water. The lake […]
This 9 hole Golf Club meanders around the majestic Lisselan Gardens in Clonakilty in West Cork, with the trout filled Argideen River flowing through this challenging yet picturesque course. Golfers must ride a motorised raft from 8th fairway to green, while also taking pleasure in our new railcars bringing golfers from green to the next tee box. Play this course […]
Bantry Bay Golf Club is an 18 hole championship golf course, the 4th best in Co Cork and 55th in Ireland as per “Golf Digest” magazine, summer 2009. The 170 acre Bantry Bay Golf Club is a Christy O’Connor Junior and Eddie Hackett designed USGA standard course, located , a short drive outside Bantry town in West Cork, Ireland. (Approx 2 hours […]
Rosscarbery is an attractive village with a long and interesting history. The town grew up around a Monastery, which was established in the 6th century by St. Fachtna. A Protestant Cathedral, founded in 1612, houses many relics of the past in an attractive little museum. The famous Irish patriot O’Donovan Rossa (1831 – 1915) had strong connections with the area. […]
At the northern extremities of Glandore Harbour lies the village of Leap (pronounced Lep). Leim Ui Dhonnabhain (Gaelic) derives from an ancient story of a local Chieftain O’Donovan, who while being pursued by enemies jumped the ravine and escaped, thus O’Donovan’s Leap. In fact there is an old saying “Beyond the Leap, beyond the law”, indicating that the countryside west […]
The very attractive town of Kinsale is just 29km directly south of Cork City on the R.600 route. Kinsale has many popular attractions which include heritage, gourmet restaurants, sailing, deep sea angling and golf. Kinsale has been designated an Irish Heritage Town. Even the casual visitor to Kinsale will be captivated by its beautiful setting, with the long waterfront, narrow […]
The village of Goleen is attractively located towards the south-western end of the Mizen Peninsula, in West Cork. It is a pretty little place with a couple of pubs and two small shops where all essentials can be found. This area is an important area for Self Catering accommodation, and Goleen is an attractive base for exploring the beautiful coastline […]
Just 6.5km west of Rosscarbery the village of Glandore has a beautiful location overlooking Glandore Harbour. It is a popular centre for yachting, with some pleasant pubs and a hotel overlooking the waterfront, making it an ideal haven for sailors and landlubbers alike to unwind. Across the water from Glandore, and linked to it by a fascinating bridge, is the […]
This town, considered the friendly heart and geographical centre of the region known as West Cork is located in the centre of region and is sheltered by mountains on three sides. Dunmanway is a 17th century planned town and the original two triangular squares still survive. Dunmanway is a former winner of the National Tidy Towns Competition. The town is […]
A glance at a map will explain the name of the delightful little village on the “crook” of Cork’s most south-westerly peninsula, near the long golden beaches of Barleycove. In fact the tiny hamlet of Crookhaven lies about as far down in south-west Cork as you can go without falling into the sea. It’s the very epitome of a sleepy […]
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