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CARRIG HOUSE, Frank & Mary Slattery, CARAGH LAKE,
Tel (066) 9769100, Fax (066) 9769166
B&B from €60
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT from 50
DINNER from 40One of Ireland's best kept secrets, this charming & lovingly restored Victorian Manor has a sense of timelessness. Perched on the shores of Lough Caragh, it has spectacular views & beautiful gardens, with over 950 species of plants and shrubs. The really superb bedrooms & critically acclaimed restaurant overlook lake & mountains. Enjoy wonderfully fresh Irish seafood, succulent Kerry lamb, beef reared on local farms & organic dishes. When not golfing, sailing, climbing, walking or exploring you'll find Frank and Mary most genial hosts. in this delightful and somewhat extended historic country house on Caragh Lake with romantic floodlit gardens. Open 3/03-23/12 and New Year. Credit Cards. 16 en suite rooms. CASTLEMORRIS HOUSE, BALLYMULLEN, TRALEE, CO KERRY
TEL (066)7180060
FAX (066)7128007
B&B 40.00 - 52.00
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT 12.00A warm welcome awaits you at this 18th century home, whose walls incorporate an early castle, with private carpark & grounds. Relax with complimentary afternoon tea in the drawing room - open fires & friendly atmosphere. Spacious tastefully decorated bedrooms. Home baking & irresistible breakfast menus. Dinner served each evening, book by noon. Wine licence. 8 minute walk from Tralee centre & convenient to Kerry beaches, golf, horse riding, fishing & walking. Open all year except Christmas. Wine Licence. Credit cards. 6 en-suite rooms. Reserve your rooms!
Return to TopCOOLCLOGHER HOUSE, Maurice & Mary Harnett MILL ROAD, KILLARNEY, CO KERRY
TEL:064 35996
B&B from 70.00 - 83.00
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT 50.00A most impressive and beautiful Italianate house in a walled estate on the edge of Killarney, dating from 1737. Everything in the house is of the first quality - superb beds and bedding, attractive antique furniture, superb kitchen equipment, efficient heating and plumbing. It is set in 60 acres of mature gardens and dramatic parkland with wonderful views. Perhaps the best accommodation currently available in Killarney and a perfect base for visiting the area. For golfers it is 5 minutes from Killarney Golf Course, and less than an hour to Tralee, Adare, Ballybunion and Waterville, with 14 other courses within 40 miles.. Guests will find stacks of books, maps, newspapers, fresh flowers and luxurious rugs to soothe their spirits Children 8 years and upwards welcome. Credit Cards accepted. Open All year except Christmas. 4 rooms all en-suite. GLEANN FIA COUNTRY HOUSE, Connor & Bridget O'Connell OLD DEERPARK, KILLARNEY, CO KERRY
TEL (064) 35035 FAX (064) 35000
B&B from 35- 63
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT 25Gleann Fia Gaelic for Glen of the Deer) , is a purpose built , Victorian style Country House. Open year round to guests travelling to visit the wonderful sights of County Kerry known to us locals as "The Kingdom". We are located 1 mile from the busy town of Killarney and yet idyllically situated at the edge of a wooded river valley known as "The Fairy Glen". Our natural 3.5 acre garden contains many wild flowers throughout the year and is equally splendid when autumn sets in . The garden is bordered by the river Deenach which eventually flows through Killarney town and National park. A path (lit by night) leads along the riverbank and woodlands of the house.
Our location is ideal for a based holiday , touring the scenic sights of Kerry , playing golf on world renowned championship golf courses and links , fishing and hill walking in this most beautiful part of Ireland
On arrival you will be warmly welcomed, and after settling into your rooms we will happy to discuss your itinery and reserve dinner for you in one of the many quality restaurants found in Killarney.
Open all year including Christmas. Visa/MC. 19 bedrooms, 10 double, 8 twin, 1 triple, all en suite. Ground floor room. Suitable for children. Pet friendly. Internet access.Directions Killarney ring road N22 Turn for Kilcummin & Gleann Fia Country House (signposted).
It was pure luck that we ended up at Gleann Fia while touring Kerry in September 2003, and we will return..."A Wonderful Guest House!," "Great place to stay," "An Amazing Place," Tripadvisor.com
ISKEROON,Geraldine & David Hare BUNAVALLA, CAHERDANIEL, CO. KERRY
B&B from about 65.00Idyllic, secluded setting overlooking Derrynane Harbour on the Ring of Kerry, offering total relaxation and comfort, turf fires & interesting books. Semi-tropical garden on three levels leads to private pier. Though only just off the Ring of Kerry, the house is in a wonderfully secret and hidden setting. Open May to September. French spoken. Scuba diving. Not suitable for children. 3 rooms with private bath. MUXNAW LODGE, Mrs. Hannah Boland CASTLETOWNBERE ROAD, KENMARE, CO. KERRY
TEL (064)41252
B&B from 35 - 40
DINNER from €25.00Wonderful old house built in 1801 overlooking Kenmare Bay. All weather tennis court. Splendid gardens and walks. Within walking distance of town. Open all year. Dinner 6.30pm, book by noon. Dogs allowed outside. 5 en suite rooms with TV and tea making facilities. SALLYPORT HOUSE, Arthur Family GLENGARRIFF ROAD, KENMARE, CO. KERRY
TEL (064)42066, FAX (064)42067
B&B from. €70 - 80
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT from 30 - 35Elegant spacious house in peaceful surroundings overlooking Kenmare Harbour. A short walk from the delights of Kenmare including an 18 hole golf course. The AA awarded it 5 diamonds for the excellence of its accommodation and welcome. Unsuitable for children under 13. No dogs please. No Smoking House. Open 1/04 - 1/11. 5 en-suite bedrooms, TV & direct dial telephone. Reserve your rooms!
Return to TopSHELBURNE, Tom & Maura Foley KILLOWEN, CORK ROAD, KENMARE, CO KERRY
TEL (064)41013
B&B from €75Shelburne - built around 1740 by the Petty Fitzmaurice Lansdowne family, founders of Kenmare, is a glorious country house, furnished with glowing mahogany antiques. The house stands in a quiet and beautiful location, surrounded by an old fashioned garden that inspires visions of elegant Victorian tea parties and the thwack of croquet mallets. The Golf Club is 300 yards, and the town is 400 yards. Fishing, horse-riding, water sports, walking trips can be arranged locally. Kenmare is a gourmet centre with an abundance of good restaurants. Open 1/03 - 31/11. Most credit cards accepted. French and German spoken. No dogs please. 9 en-suite bedrooms with direct dial telephone & TV. Unfortunately Shelburne is one of the most sought after places to stay, so book early or hope for a cancellation. Comments include "Definitely our favourite B&B" "one of the best accommodations we have ever enjoyed" "The breakfast we had was the best on our trip - loads to choose from but I enjoyed porridge with honey & whiskey cream followed by cheese omelette.!" "Rooms are well decorated, large and very clean. Bathrooms are spotless"...
SEA SHORE FARM, Patricia & Owen O'Sullivan
TUBRID, KENMARE
TEL & FAX (064) 41270
B&B €45 - €65
SINCLE SUPPLEMENT €20
The O'Sullivan's family farmhouse has grown and become almost more a luxury hotel than a home, with shining brass and polished crystal. The setting on Kenmare Bay is unique, private and peaceful yet only a mile from town.. The family are always on hand to help and the large ensuite bedrooms are exceptionally comfortable with DD phones and televisions, balconies and patios. One superbly adapted for wheelchair use. Fitness suite and drying room. Private salmon and trout stretch on the Roughty River. The farm is rich in natural habitat and offers unspoilt field walks down to the shore. Open 1/03-15/11. Credit Cards. 5 double rooms and 1 family room all en suite
THE SHORES COUNTRY HOUSE Annette O'Mahony CAPPATIGUE, CONOR PASS ROAD, CASTLEGREGORY, DINGLE PENINSULA, CO. KERRY.
TEL & FAX (066) 7139196 ,
B&B €30.00 - €35.00, DINNER from € 25 - €30
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT €25Elegant modern award winning AA 5 diamond luxurious, spacious "Laura Ashley" style rooms. All have panoramic sea view overlooking Brandon Bay. Irresistible breakfast & gourmet dinner menu. Recommended by numerous guides. One mile west of Stradbally village. Children welcome. French spoken. 2 ground floor rooms suitable for less mobile guests - Open 01/02 - 30/11. Dinner served at 8.00 p.m. (Monday - Friday) Book by 6.00 p.m. Credit Cards. 6 ensuite rooms. Water's edge cottage available to rent. Reserve your rooms!
Back to TopTAHILLA COVE COUNTRY HOUSE, James & Deirdre Waterhouse TAHILLA, NR SNEEM,
CO. KERRY
TEL (064) 45204, FAX (064) 45104
B&B from €55 - 65 DINNER from €30
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT €30Despite the look of it, this idyllic location is on the Ring of Kerry seashore, not the Caribbean. Pleasantly old fashioned feel. Owner-run with friendly caring staff. Fully licensed. Tranquility, relaxation & quality home-cooked food, gardens, pier, hill walking, golf, fishing, horse riding locally. Open 14/04-15/10. Most Credit Cards. Dinner 7.30pm, book by noon. 9 en-suite rooms.. Reserve your rooms!
Return to TopVIRGINIA'S GUEST HOUSE, Noreen Harrington 36 HENRY STREET, KENMARE, CO KERRY
TEL (064) 41021
B&B around 60
A family-run Guesthouse, with a warm welcome, luxurious accommodation (with exceptionally comfortable beds) and a breakfast youll certainly remember. Guests return time and again and often stay for longer than originally planned. Enjoy your days golfing (just a short walk away) or exploring this breathtaking part of Ireland, either by car, tour-bus, bicycle or on one of the numerous walking trails nearby. Take a boat-trip on Kenmare Bay and savour the best that Mother Nature has to offer. Enjoy your evenings dining in Kenmares numerous award-winning restaurants, followed by nights of traditional Irish music and song in the town pubs. Mulcahys Restaurant is conveniently located on the ground floor of the building. Breakfast is always a pleasant surprise, with a 3-course menu offering such delights as Freshly Squeezed Juice, Organic Porridge with Whisky Cream, Melting Cashel Blue Cheese over Pears with Crispy Bacon, Banana Pancakes, Local Smoked Salmon with Scrambled Eggs, Poached Fruits and much more. All this accompanied by home-baked breads warm from the oven, freshly brewed Java coffee & home-made Kumquat Marmalade. READERS ALSO RECOMMEND
Aghadoe Heights Pat & Marie Chawke
Killarney
Tel: (064) 42077
B&B from 210.00 to 450.00Located in Ireland's most spectacular natural setting. Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa is the premier destination Spa resort in Ireland. Consistently recognised for its service, guest rooms, suites & penthouse. Aghadoe is one of only 4 hotels in Ireland to have achieved five Red Stars from the Automobile Association. We use it because the owner managers give outstanding service, the food is excellent and the views on the lake side are stunning. The landscaping of the car park does let it down slightly for rooms overlooking the Kerry countryside behind the hotel.
Brook Lane Dermot & Una Brennan
Kenmare
Tel: (064) 42077
B&B from 65.00 to 95.00.A boutique hotel, it's small, quirky and full of little surprises. A place where design is contemporary, hospitality is instinctive and atmosphere is easygoing. Great big beds to dive into, soft fluffy pillows to get lost in and heated floors to keep your toes warm. 20 rooms
Clifftop House & Restaurant Sile & Vincent Gorman
Glaise Bheag, Ballydavid, Dingle Peninsula
TEL (066) 915 51 62
B&B from 50 to 85 pps" A room with a view " is an ideal way to describe these bedrooms. All rooms have breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, be it ocean or mountains. They are spacious and furnished with traditional handmade waxed pine furniture, set off with beautiful handthrown Louis Mulcahy pottery lamps and tapestry wall hangings courtesy of local tapestry artist & weaver Lisbeth Mulcahy. Beds are top quality orthapaedic. Double rooms boast kingsize beds while superior rooms have super kingsize . The rooms have direct dial phones, television, clock radio & hairdryer. There is also a slection of books to choose from and a very comprehensive informative folder on The Dingle Peninsula. Eight rooms are fully ensuite with bath and power shower, while the superior rooms are fitted with jacuzzi bath for that extra bit of luxury. One of the ground floor rooms is fitted with an extra large power shower instead of bath.
Killarney Park Niamh O'Shea
Killarney
Tel: (064) 35555
B&B from 135.00 to 200.00Superbly located in the heart of Killarney Town on its own grounds, this family owned hotel is renowned as a place of elegance laced with warmth and hospitality. The hotel offers 68 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites complemented by a luxurious full service spa. Other hotel features include a 20m swimming pool, outdoor hot-tub, jacuzzi, library, drawing room, billiards room, games room, golf locker and drying room. The urban setting does mean that it has little in the way of gardens.
Killeen House Geraldine & Michael Rosney
Fossa, Aghadoe, Killarney
Tel: 064 31711
B&B from 70.00 to 120.00A charming little hotel. With only 23 rooms, 8 of them de luxe, it is the ideal base for touring 'God's own country', the magical Kingdom of Kerry. With a DIY Golf Pub and Rozzers elegant dining room you are assured of a memorable experience. Our high opinion of it is partly because of the food, partly because it is so pretty, but mostly because of the charming owners.
The Lake House, Cloonee Tuosist, Kenmare
Mary O'Shea
TEL (064) 84205
Friendly pub & restaurant in really stunning lakeside setting with guest accommodation. Highly recommended for food. The B&B, which is a little basic, is great value at about 30.00Sorry, no picture
availableLansdowne Arms
Kenmare
Tel: (064) 41368
B&B from 49.00 to 80.00.A 3* country inn in the heart of Kenmare, built in the 1790. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere in front of the open fires and the hospitality from the warm and friendly staff. All of the 26 rooms and bathrooms have been redecorated and finished to a very high standard with king sized beds, safes, hairdryers, tea/coffee facility, telephone, TV and ironing presses. Enjoy a pint in The Bold Thady Quills Traditional Irish Pub & Restaurant, or a relaxing afternoon tea in The Poets Bar.
The Lodge
Killowen Road Kenmare
Tel: (064) 41512
B&B from 45.00 to 60.00 ppsThe Lodge is a newly-built luxury 4 star guesthouse directly opposite Kenmare's 18-hole golf course, surrounded by its own private gardens and within 3 minutes walk of some of the finest restaurants in Ireland. An ideal location for walking, horseriding and cycling. 4 of the bedrooms are on the ground level with one especially equipped for wheelchair use. The house has one of the largest Waterford Crystal chandeliers that you will see outside thier showrooms or Westminster Abbey!
The Park Hotel, TEL (064) 41200 classically traditional and The Sheen Falls TEL (064) 41600 smoothly contemporary- the best hotels in Ireland, rivaled only by each other, 2 minutes apart from each other in Kenmare B&B €200.00++ Return to Top The Ross Hotel
Town Centre, Killarney, Co Kerry, Ireland
Tel: (064) 31855
B&B from 170.00 to 275 per room per night
A seamless fusion of luxury and cool, The Ross provides the services and amenities of a luxury hotel within a stylish and chic environment. In its previous life, The Ross was renowned as a cozy, comfortable hotel and the legacy of that existence is still evident in the warm welcome and relaxed atmosphere. The 30 bedroomed Ross is also home to the dramatic Cellar One Restaurant and The Lane a hip and lively cafι bar. Located on the roof level is a private, landscaped terrace with views of Killarney town all for the exclusive enjoyment of our hotel guest.Just steps from Killarney National Park, local bars and restaurants and great shopping, The Ross is simply the best address in town!
Killarney Royal Hotel Noreen Cronin & Gillian O'Dea
College Street, Killarney
Tel: (064) 31853
B&B from 75.00 to 160.00The hotel is well-designed, airy and decorated with antiques (all personal treasures), and air -conditioned throughout. Comfort is the Key to the Scally's brand of hospitality and it is as evident here as it is in sister hotel Hayfield Manor in Cork. "Each Individually designed Bedroom has unique Features, is delightfully decorated, furnished with fine antiques and has comfortable sitting room and a lovely marble bathroom." - Conde Nast Johansens
Guests can choose between our Deluxe Single, Deluxe Double, Family room, Deluxe Triple and Junior Suites. Each room has been individually redesigned to meet your needs and you will find that your bedroom is appointed to the very highest international standard with a marble bathroom and sitting area.
Waterville House Alan and Lucia McGuirk
Waterville
Tel: (066) 947-4102
B&B from 250 to 350 per roomFour star, 18th century manor house. The property features the natural beauty of a forty acre estate on the Atlantic and the most famous sea trout and salmon fishery in Ireland. Aside from its comfort and charm, Waterville House has 12 bedrooms en-suite, sauna, steam room, health facility with massage room, billiard room and private golf practice facility. Guests of Waterville House enjoy preferential tee times and access to fishing in private lakes and rivers. The location of the Fazio designed practice facility at the Waterville House takes better advantage of an underutilized piece of ground with some astounding views. The most proximate amenity to the House is a new putting green stretching panoramically beyond the large health facility windows. The green itself offers golfers all ranges of putts on a consistent surface and views of the ocean and surrounding hills. Enclosed by a hedge and walls the green is afforded some succor from frequent wind gusts, lengthening the playing season
CRAFT SHOPS Louis Mulchahy Pottery
Clogher, Ballyferriter, Dingle TEL (066) 9156229 Ireland's best known stoneware pottery. Though he now also has a shop in Dublin's Kildare Street, the best value and the biggest range is down here.
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