Vacation Rental Description
Skellig Cottages lie in the heart of the beautiful, unspoiled landscape of the south-west coast of Ireland. The house is built in a style which reflects the traditional Irish Cottage, combined with all the necessary modern amenities, to make your stay one of complete relaxation & comfort. Husband and wife team Neil & Teresa O' Shea manage the cottages, and Neil is a native of the region whose family has resided in Kerry for generations.
The 4 Star designed cottage offers guests the best in modern holiday accommodation while maintaining a link to the traditional Irish styled cottage. Ballinskellig's Blue Flag beach is just seven minutes' walk away, and there is a cafe on the beach where you can enjoy a freshly brewed coffee while you browse through local prints of interest. Cable O'Leary's Bar and Restaurant is also situated beside the beach.
Facilities
- Cleaning Service
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- DVD
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Linen Service
- Microwave
- Open Fire
- Amenity Parking
- Refrigerator
Cooker, Bedrooms (3), Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 5, Sleeps maximum of 6, Highchair available, Balcony / Terrace, Private garden.
Activities
- Adventure Sports
- Biking
- Boating
- Fishing
- Horse Riding
- Hunting/Rock Climbing
- Kayaking
- Mountain Biking
- Restaurant
- Shopping
- Tennis
- Theme park
Great views.
Travel Options
- Nearest Airport : Kerry Airport at 70 kilometers distance;
- Nearest Train Station : Killarney ( Railway ) at 75 kilometers distance
- Travel Info: Ballinskelligs / Dungegan area >>> The Blue Flag beach at Ballinskelligs is less than a mile from the cottages & the well known Tigh Rosie is less than half a mile, as is the local shop, from the cottages. A visit to the Cill Rialaig village is a must, as well as to the Art Centre, which is in the village of Dungegan. A trip to the Skellig Rock is also a must and trips are organised from the local pier. Fishing >>> There is excellent sea angling along the coast, and Lough Currane in Waterville is famous for its salmon fishing. Boats can be hired there.
The Ring of Kerry is a must where you can visit the slate quarry in Valentia and the Chocolate Factory in Portmagee where you can sample the beautiful home made chocolates. There is a large variety of gourmet restaurants in Watervilla and Cahirciveen.
