Doire Farm Cottages are the ideal location to enjoy all the modern conveniences of home in a beautifully restored 18th century Farm Cottage setting.  These tree traditional style self-catering cottages have been tastefully finished & decorated by local craftsmen with a rough interior & exterior finish. A warm welcome is assured from your hosts Anne & Patrick Randles.

Pa's Cottage

Pa's Cottage is one of two semi-detached cottages that look out into the courtyard. This was part of the original 18th Century dwelling house. Downstairs is  largely open plan & features a fitted kitchen/diner & spacious sitting room with open fire & sumptous leather furniture.

There is 1 x bedroom downstairs & 2 x bedrooms upstairs, all of which are ensuite. Bathrooms feature jacuzzi bath & deluxe power showers.

There is a private garden/patio area with seating

Electricity is meter read & oil is €20 payable onsite per week

Tom's Cottage

Tom's Cottage is also one of two semi-detached cottages that look out into the courtyard. Also part of the original 18th Century dwelling house. Downstairs is  largely open plan & features a fitted kitchen/diner & spacious sitting room with open fire & sumptous leather furniture.

There is 1 x bedroom downstairs & 2 x bedrooms upstairs, all of which are ensuite. Bathrooms feature jacuzzi bath & deluxe power showers.

There is a private garden/patio area with seating

Electricity is meter read & oil is €20 payable onsite per week

John's Cottage

John's Cottage is a light & airy detached cottage facing out into the courtyard. Originally, this was a stable, restored with its original stone.

Downstairs there is a large sitting room with feature stone wall & fully fitted kitchen/diner.

Upstairs has a spacious double bedroom & a small single bedroom. There is a large bathroom with jacuzzi bath, power shower & stylish mosaic tiling.

The cottage has a private garden/patio area with seating which enjoys views of the surrounding farm land & mountains.

Electricity is meter read & oil is €20 payable onsite per week

Strollers for Rent

If you can't fit your stroller (buggy) into your car you can rent one at Precious Moments, call Pauline on 064 42578

LOCAL ACTIVITIES

Kenmare lies approximately 30 minutes drive from a host of sandy beaches and it has a very pretty harbour from where you can swim, fish or take a trip on the "Seafari Cruise" to view the wildlife in the area.

Star Sailing & Adventure Centre

This new purpose-built Activity Centre and Bar/Restaurant is fast becoming an essential part of a family holiday in Kenmare. The centre itself is situated on the shores of Kenmare Bay and surrounded by the Caha Mountains just a five minute drive from Kenmare Town Centre.  The activities on offer include kayaking, sailing, canoeing, sea kayaking, hillwalking, team games and a Wildlife Safari Cruise on Kenmare Bay. Newly introduced for 2007 are the children’s playground, American pedal boats, water trampoline and slide, archery range, soccer pitch with changing facilities and the family walking trail.  Star Sailing and Adventure Centre, Dauros, Kenmare, Co. Kerry (064) 41222 

Golf

Kenmare boasts two super golf courses.  The Ring of Kerry Golf Course is located two miles outside of the town and offers spectacular views of Kenmare Bay from the course itself and also its newly renovated Club House.  Dream Ireland guests may avail of special discounted green fees . 

Kenmare Golf Club is located in Kenmare Town and follows the shores of Kenmare Bay Estuary.   

Angling

There are lots of great fishing spots to choose from around Kenmare including Clonee Lake, Kenmare Bay and the Black Valley.  Permits can be obtained locally.

Hill Walking

The Kerry Way and Beara Way walking routes are ideal for those with an interest in trekking or you could even join the annual summer hike to Ireland's highest mountain, Carrauntouhil.  The foothills of the famous MacGillycuddy Reeks are right on Kenmare's doorstep. 

Diving

Kenmare and its vicinity offers some incredible dive spots and wrecks.  You may even be lucky enough to come across a dolphin or two.  Try-dives are available for beginners and advanced dives for the more experienced.  For more information visit Kenmare Bay Diving. 

Pony Trekking

Pony Trekking is the ideal way to explore the hidden treasures of Kenmare and its hinterland.  Professional lessons are also available for beginners.

Other activities in the area include quad biking, pet farms, craft workshops and bicycle hire. 

KENMARE

Kenmare is known as the jewel in the Ring of Kerry and no wonder with its location between two of the most beautiful touring routes in Europe - the Ring of Kerry and the Ring of Beara.  These make for very enjoyable day trips from Kenmare.

Kenmare is a designated Heritage Town of Ireland and the town offers a huge selection of places of historical interest to visit.  Even strolling around the town is itself a pleasure with Kenmare having received awards from Entente Floral and the award for the Tidiest Town in Ireland in the year 2000. 

Killarney is a 40 minute drive and Cork City is just over an hour's drive. 

DINING & NIGHTLIFE

The town of Kenmare, noted for having the cleanest air in Europe, is a mecca for some of the finest restaurants in Ireland.  You really will be spoilt for choice when it comes to dining out, from bar food to seafood and a range of other types of excellent restaurants to experience.  The nightlife in Kenmare suits all ages and the hospitality with which you will be greeted is second to none.  There is a great selection of pubs and late night bars to choose from  with many featuring live music from traditional Irish to rock and modern styles. 

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