This 2 bed semi detached cottage- about just over 3 years old & is part of the Dun na nOir development. It comprises a living area, kitchen, 1 x double room, 1 x triple room (bunks & single bed) and theres also a double sofa bed in the living area.

THE AREA:

The Dingle Peninsula faces into the vastness of the Atlantic Ocean in the South West corner of the island of Ireland, at the extreme western edge of Europe. Dun an Oir lies in the heart of the Corca Dhuibhne Gaeltacht at the edge of the peninsula, a place where the Irish language is the spoken tongue, where traditions have been preserved for thousands of years. It is a place of quietness and friendly people.

The area has much to offer the visitor and longer term resident alike: fishing, hill walking, water sports and pony trekking for those seeking outdoor pursuits, as well as the Cheann Sibeal 18-hole links golf course. For those in search of something different, the area is rich in tradition, literature and culture, and offers an extraordinary concentration of archaeological sites. The landscape is rich in visual variety and interest.

The coast road along the westerly side of the peninsula has an unobstructed view of the western Atlantic Ocean. Off the coast lie the group of islands known as The Blaskets, one of which, the Great Blasket, was inhabited until the mid-1950's, when the last of the islanders left to settle on the mainland. A large interpretative centre has been built at Dunquin which provides information, displays and video shows about every aspect of life on the Blaskets. In this area also can be seen the remnants of the filming of Ryan's Daughter and Far and Away.

LOCAL ACTIVITIES

Ballyferriter, Dingle & the surrounding areas offer a host of activities and attractions for the Visitor including:

Sailing

The sheltered harbour at Dingle offers pleasant and safe sailing location

Diving

Dingle Bay and the Blasket Islands offer a wonderful diving environment

Dolphin Boat Trips

Dingle has its own resident Dolphin "Fungi" and boat trips leave Dingle pier all day, every day, all year round to see him wild and free in his natural habitat.

Golf

Ceann Sibeal Golf Links in Ballyferriter (7 miles from Dingle), set in the splendid scenery of the Dingle Peninsula and overlooking the historic Blasket Islands, is Europe's most westerly golf course. 

Beaches

The Dingle Peninsula boasts some wonderful sandy beaches including the beautiful beach at Ventry and the massive Inch Beach.  

Walking

The Dingle Way (153km/95 miles) circles the Dingle Peninsula from Tralee Bay to Inch Beach to Dingle Bay. 

Horse Riding

What better way to discover the delights of the Dingle Peninsula than on horseback.  

Sea Angling

Dingle Bay is famous for the wide variety of fish to be caught. 

VISITOR ATTRACTIONS

Dingle Oceanworld - Mara Beo

This is a fascinating Aquarium featuring all sorts of creatures from the deep.

The Blasket Island Centre

Located in Dun Chaoin, this heritage centre is dedicated to the history, language, culture and unique literary achievements of the Blasket Islands. 

Gallarus Oratory Centre

Built in the 7th and 8th Century this is a remarkable example of an early Christian Church in Ireland which has survived over the centuries. 

Dingle World of Leisure

This leisure centre is a must for all ages and contains a fully equipped gym, counter flow swimming pool, steam room, sauna, hydro spa, 10 pin bowling and amusements.

Other Attractions Include:

• Louis Mulcahy Pottery Visitor Centre
• Freshwater Experience
• Pet Farm
• Celtic & Prehistoric Museum
• Corca Dhuibhne Museum

THE GAELTACHT

This is the term used to refer to those areas of Ireland where the Irish language (Gaeilge) is still spoken as a community language and its cultures and traditions are very much alive and thriving.  The Dingle Peninsula area of the Kerry Gaeltacht is known as Corca Dhuibhne and is renowned for its rugged beauty, rolling mountains, sparkling lakes, haunting woodlands and golden sandy beaches. 

DINGLE (An Daingean)

Dingle is the most westerly town in Europe and is often referred to as "the next parish to America".  Piled high with majestic mountains and fringed with quiet unpolluted beaches this colourful holiday destination is a haven for walkers, golfers, surfers, sailors, sightseers and deep sea fishermen.  The town offers a wonderful selection of bars and restaurants which make full use of the fresh seafood that is landed at the harbour each day.  This is a Gaeltacht with something for everyone on Europe's final Western Frontier.