Description
Located just off the Promenade which runs along the sea through Waterville, Ceol na Mara is a wonderful place to escape and enjoy all that this spectacular part of Ireland has to offer. This three bedroom house is in a cul de sac of just 4 houses so it has a very quiet and private location.
Downstairs is the large kitchen-dining area which leads into the living room. The kitchen has all the appliances, crockery, cutlery and glassware you will need during your stay including fridge freezer, oven, hob, microwave, toaster and kettle. There is a washing machine and tumble dryer so you can take care of your laundry as you need to.
The living room is cosy and comfortable with a wood burning stove and TV. Free wifi is available to all guests.
The three bedrooms are located upstairs. There is a master double bedroom with ensuite along with a second double bedroom and a twin bedroom with two single beds. These two bedrooms share the family bathroom with bath and shower over it. There is also a guest toilet downstairs.
This house is not suitable for children under the age of 8 years old, neither is it suitable for babies.
Pets are not allowed at this property under any circumstances.
There is a small walled back yard with a couple of chairs outside – ideal for your morning coffee.
Bed linen and towels are provided but we recommend you bring along beach towels if you plan on enjoying some sea swimming during your stay. The fantastic sandy beaches of Derrynane and Ballinskelligs are within a 15 minute drive of Waterville – each equally lovely and great for walking and swimming.
EXTRA CHARGES
Electricity & Heating is read by meter and payable onsite
THINGS TO DO IN THE AREA:
- Boat trips and sea angling trips with Waterville Boats are offered daily from Portmagee. Tackle on board for hire if required. Phone : +353-872202355. watervilleboats@gmail.com
- Skellig Gift Store is a unique and extensive visitor attraction – a showcase for Irish craft and design. Officially acknowledged by craft workers throughout the country as one of Ireland’s most outstanding outlets, a special place to visit.
- Waterville Golf Links: Over 100 years old, Waterville is rated among the top 5 courses in Ireland and the top 20 links courses in the world Derrynane House: Derrynane House was the ancestral home of Daniel O'Connell, the Irish statesman who played an important role in gaining Catholic Emancipation in 1829. Today some 120 hectares of the lands of Derrynane, together with Derrynane House, make up Derrynane National Historic Park. Plantations and garden walks were laid out in the 18th and 19th centuries, principally north and west of the house. Some features of the demesne are strongly associated with Daniel O'Connell, including the old Summer House. The main area of the gardens, set inland and to the north of the house, can be reached through a tunnel under the road. Directions: 3.5km from Caherdaniel, off the N70 (the "Ring of Kerry)
- Ballinskelligs Watersports: At Ballinskelligs Watersports the visitor can choose between a day trip by boat to the Skellig Islands, diving at the Skellig islands or sea angling.The day trip lands at Skellig Island for approximately 2 hours, and leaves from Ballinskelligs pier at 11am daily. A non landing trip around the island leaves at 3.30 each afternoon in July and August. Sea Angling and high speed adventure trips to Skelligs are also on offer, taking approximately 25 minutes each way.
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BEACHES: Waterville boasts its own sandy beach & in close driving proximity you will find:
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Ballinskelligs Blue Flag Beach renowned for its miles of golden beach and turquoise water. For sports lovers, Ballinskelligs is an ideal location, offering world class water sports from windsurfing to sea angling. Ballinskelligs Regatta is held every year in the village.
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Derrynane Blue Flag Beach : Activities include, kayaking, canoeing, horse-riding, diving or simply stroll along the golden sands.
