Overlooking Caragh Lake and The Dingle Peninsula, between Killorglin and Glenbeigh, this little village of three cottages was originally built by the Kennedy and Regan families. Built of old red sandstone with wooden paneled interiors, the original cottages housed large farming families within their traditionally cozy dimensions. A fourth cottage was built on similar lines, but a larger scale, 20 years ago when the complete village (by then quite derelict) was turned into a single holiday home.

The house is set on its own grounds of 10 acres, now mainly wooded. This is surrounded by thousands of acres of open moor land. The walks, hill climbs and views are outstandingly beautiful. Sheep have free run of the hills, and most of the land around the cottages too. Apart from providing delightful company (!) they also keep the grass around the cottages in good shape. But because of the sheep, dogs are not allowed.

Water comes from the same spring as was used by the first farmers who established themselves here, a thousand years ago or more. Sourced from deep within the sandstones of the Seefin Mountains, the pristine waters of the spring have never run dry. Unlimited firewood and turf is available free of charge for vigorous fires - stacks are provided and if you need more and you will get just as warm collecting the timber as burning it!

Accommodation

The main cottage is mostly open-plan on the ground floor, consisting of living room, sun porch, dining room and kitchen. A large central open fireplace divides the areas. There is a washroom, w.c., a boot room and a utility room. Up a staircase there is a bedroom with a double bed, and a bathroom with a bath, shower and w.c.. Facilities include dish washer, clothes washer, clothes dryer, hot press, electric cooker, microwave telephone, TV, etc. The dining table can seat 16.

Lake Cottage
This has two bedrooms with a total of four single beds. There is a bathroom with a shower, basin and w.c., but no tub.

The three cottages are seperate, but close to each other, being located around a small courtyard. Bed clothes and towels are provided, but please bring your own beach towels (if required). The housekeeper lives about a mile from the cottages and is often willing to cook a fine meal if requested. There are books, films, board games and cards and large scale maps for walkers

Local Attractions Golf at Dooks, Beaufort, Killarney and Waterville (Click for more on Golf)
Riding at Glenbeigh, Killorglin or Caherciveen, incl;uding memorable beach riding.
Caragh Lake and River for Salmon and Trout Fishing
The Kerry Way, a walker's dream
Cork and Shannon are between 2 and 3 hours, depending on traffic and driving. Tralee and Killarney, both of which have a range of all weather activities for children, are both within 30 minutes.

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