The small village of Kilcummin is located in Kerry in the south western part of the Republic of Ireland. With greenery all around, this is a wonderful location for a country cottage holiday or rural retreat break.
What Kilcummin offers for Self-Catering Breaks
The quaint and friendly parish of Kilcummin is set within absolutely stunning scenery and if you are looking for a quiet and relaxing break in Ireland then perhaps renting a self-catering cottage in Kilcummin is the best way to experience this side of Ireland. The beautiful scenery in this part of County Kerry offers its visitors lots of opportunities to go hiking amongst the gorgeous backdrops of mountains, hills, rivers and lakes, or if you do not fancy going on foot, visitors can hop on a horse or hire a bicycle to explore the surrounding areas of Kilcummin.
Kilcummin is near to the popular tourist trail of the Ring of Kerry. The route covers a circular road of 179km and passes through some of the best scenery in Ireland. Beginning in Killarney which is very close to Kilcummin, the route goes through places from historical interest to areas of natural and scenic beauty. Walking along a part of this trail is a must if you taking a cottage break in Kilcummin, and points you may pass by include the Iron Age Staigue Stone fort, the serene Lough Leane and the majestic Ross Castle, plus plenty of others. Seeing some of these sights is especially wonderful during the long days of the summer as you will be free to fit in more places to see, and there are lots of options such as bus tours on offer to take from Kilcummin and the surrounding areas.
The tiny village of Kilcummin is only a fifteen minute drive from the picturesque town of Killarney, one of the most appealing settlements in Kerry. There are a lot of attractions in the area and the town has a thriving nightlife, as well as a vast array of restaurants, pubs, cafes and bars. The town is also home to the Killarney SummerFest which features live music from world-famous acts. Past performers at the festival have included Tom Jones, Pink, Westlife and Bryan Adams, and there are also other events taking place at the time such as the Killarney Regatta and a Black Tie Ball. If you are after nightlife and entertainment then an evening out in Killarney whilst enjoying a cottage holiday in Kilcummin has to be a top choice.
Kilcummin is very small with a friendly and welcoming population of people. If you want peace and serenity on a break in County Kerry yet to still be close to the main attractions going on nearby, then you can be assured that this is the place to choose for a break away. Choose from rural retreat cottages and log cabins, for a special place to stay.
Whether you choose to book a holiday cottage in Kilcummin, an apartment, a lodge or another type of self-catering holiday accommodation, we hope you have your best holiday yet in Kerry.