Rowan Cottage at 4 Gortamullen Kenmare town - Kenmare Co. Kerry

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Description

Rowan Cottage at 4 Gortamullen is a three bedroom holiday home less than a ten minute walk from Kenmare town centre.  A wonderful location just opposite the Kenmare Bay Hotel and Leisure centre and alongside the Brook Lane Hotel.

Gortamullen Cottages is such a quiet and private little horseshoe shape cul de sac of privately owned houses.  Rowan Cottage has recently been repainted and redecorated so it is now a perfect Kenmare holiday retreat.  Downstairs is a sitting room with cosy open fire.  Doors lead into the kitchen come dining room which is bright and has doors leading outside to the back yard.  The sitting room has a sofa to seat 3 people along with 2 separate arm chairs.  There is a brand new flat screen TV.

The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you might need duing your stay and it was fully restocked with new glassware, cutlery, silverware and pots and pans.  It has an oven, hob and a dishwasher.  A separate utility room off the kitchen is home to the washing machine, fridge and tumble dryer.  

There is a small dining table in the kitchen to seat 4 people and alongside it is a high counter with two taller stools to seat an additional 2 people.

The back yard has no grass and is completely cemented over but it has a couple of little flower beds.  There is a picnic bench for you to sit outside and enjoy the Kenmare sunshine and a gate at the side means you can keep the areaa fully enclosed so it is ideal for families with young children.

Upstairs are the three bedrooms.  There is a main double bedroom with ensuite electric shower and a TV in the bedroom. There is also a twin bedroom along with a 3rd bedroom containing a single bed with a trundle pull out bed under meaning this room can be used as a single or a twin bedroom.

The main bathroom has a bath and shower over it.

Cot and highchair and stairgate are provided in this house and families with young children are very welcome.

WIFI is available to our guests free of charge.

KENMARE

Kenmare is located on the Wild Atlantic Way and is known as the jewel in the Ring of Kerry. 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.  Kenmare was recently awarded the accolade of Ireland's best kept town on the whole island of Ireland and deservedly so!

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.

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 a boat cruise.

Kenmare Bay Cruises
 
Hop aboard the 'Island Explorer' for a family friendly cruise on Kenmare Bay with both indoor and outdoor seating. Watch seals and sea birds in their natural habitat and enjoy spectacular scenery, castles and coastlines along the way. For full details and to book your cruise from Kenmare pier, go to www.kenmarebaycruises.com

Bike Hire

Bicycle hire is available from Finnegan's Bike Hire & Toy Shop in the centre of Kenmare   

Another option would be to get in touch with Sidetracked Kenmare. You have the option to rent an eBike and take a self guided tour or to take a guided tour and take in some of the Wild Atlantic Way’s most dramatic scenery.

Star Sailing & Adventure Centre

Star Activity and Adventure Centre is a 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. Also available are the children’s playground, American pedal boats, water trampoline and slide, archery range, soccer pitch with changing facilities and the family walking trail. OPEN SEASONALLY.  

Bonane Heritage Park

The Bonane Heritage Park provides visitors with an 1600 metre walk on gravel paths through 5000 years of history while enjoying some breathtaking scenery. Bonane Heritage Park is situated 10Km from Kenmare on the N71 and is open to visitors all year round.

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.

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 children’s playground, paddle boarding, kayaking and so much more…

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Facilities

  • Linen Provided
  • Television
  • Cooker
  • Microwave
  • Central Heating
  • Washer/ Dryer
  • Towels Provided
  • Open Fire
  • Non-Smoking
  • No pets allowed
  • 4 ring hob
  • Childrens playground close by
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Tumble Dryer
  • Heating & Electricity an extra charge
  • Wi-Fi
  • Toaster
  • Freezer
  • Kettle
  • Fridge
  • Oven
  • Parking Available

Rowan Cottage at 4 Gortamullen Kenmare

  • Property Type
    Semi-detached House
  • Sleeps
    5
  • Bedrooms
    3 Bedrooms
  • Bathrooms
    2 Bathrooms
  • Dream Ireland Rating
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Jul, 2020

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Perfect

"Fab house and beautiful area"

Edgely Family - Dublin


Sep, 2019

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Great house

"Thanks for a wonderful time in a great house!"

Hagmuller Family


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Great House!

"Great house! Felt like home very quickly. You have thought of everything."

Liz & Brian - UK


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See you again

"All excellent - see you again!"

Maria & James M


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Thanks so much

"A lovely, comfortable house, thanks so much!"

R & M Holland


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Beautiful Home

"Beautiful home. We will be back."

A Quinn - Ireland


Jul, 2018

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We would love to return

"Lovely, comfortable house which met all our needs. We would love to come back and would recommend. Thanks you."

Meadows Family


Apr, 2018

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Second stay and already planning our return

"Our second stay in this lovely house. Great location and cosy home. We will be back AGAIN!"

Kelleher Family


Jul, 2018

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Ireland is wonderful

"very comfortable & great location. Would recommend, thank you! We really appreciated the full washer/dryer."

Steve and Marcia - Maryland


Jul, 2019

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We loved it

"All three of us thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Rowan Cottage. A true home from home and a perfect base for visiting The Ring of Beara, Derrynane House, Muckross and the beautiful Ring of Kerry. The house had everything you could wish for and we had glorious sunshine all week!"

Peter, Margaret & Marian - UK



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