Located at Gortnadullagh, Glengarriff Road, Kenmare, this recently built 4* house is the ideal location for your family holiday. Boasting stunning views over the surrounding mountains & valleys, Sheen Valley House can accommodate up to 9 guests in 5 ensuite bedrooms & is just over a mile from the heritage town of Kenmare & within walking distance of the exclusive Sheen Falls Lodge Hotel (approximately 15 minutes walk).

Sheen Valley House

The spacious, bright living area with an open fire has been stylishly furnished with all your comforts in mind and enjoys lovely countryside views. The open plan & very spacious kitchen/dining room with an 8 seater dining table & chairs leads onto the patio area. The kitchen has been fitted with all the modern conveniences including washer/dryer, microwave, dishwasher, fridge-freezer & all the cutlery, crockery & glassware you would require.

Upstairs a mezzanine style lounge with a leather suite of furniture would make the ideal place for children to hang out or alternatively the perfect "escape" for adults!

The bedrooms are all ensuite in this house & are spread over the 2 levels. On the ground floor there are 2 x double bedrooms with ensuites & power showers & 1 x single bedroom ensuite with power shower & upstairs there are 2 x double bedrooms also with ensuites & power showers.

There is an extra single bed available if required (on request).

All bed linen & towels are provided. Heating & esb is an additional charge payable to the keyholder onsite €5 per day during July & August and €10 per day at all other times.

Bookings made for June, July and August are strictly Sat-Sat.

Outdoor area:

The spacious outdoor patio area with furniture is the ideal place to while away a summer's evening or enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains. The garden area is fenced off & private.

NEW PROMOTION FOR THIS SUMMER

Book a two week stay and get 15% off the published rate for the second week.  Please enquire with us direct on 064 66 41170 (+353 64 66 41170 international) or info@dreamireland.com. 

SHEEN VALLEY HOUSE IS OFFICIALLY "PET FRIENDLY" !

Your pet is welcome at Sheen Valley House. The owners respectfully ask that you keep your pet in the kitchen/utility tiled area of the house. An additional cleaning fee of €30 applies, this is payable directly to the keyholder onsite. Please be sure to mention your pet on booking.

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. 

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.

Bike Hire

Located in the centre of Kenmare is Finnegan's Bike Hire and Toy Shop  Tel: 00353 64 6641083

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) 66 41222 

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 Sheen River,  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. 

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. 

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 6642578

BABYSITTING SERVICE AVAILABLE

PLEASE PREBOOK WITH LYNN ON 087 9573949