Lauragh is a very scenic small settlement in Kerry, Ireland, by the River Glantrasna close to the seaside. Although tiny, it has all the amenities needed for a self-catering break in southern Ireland, and is filled with rural charm and character. Tucked between Healy Pass and the sprawling Atlantic Ocean, Lauragh can be found on the Beara Peninsula, and is perfect for those looking to escape back to nature due to the gorgeous areas of enchanting woodlands, rolling hills and sky-high mountains which surround the village on all sides. This is an idyllic location for a rural country cottage holiday.
What Lauragh near Kenmare, Kerry offers for Self-Catering Holidays
The Beara Peninsula is simply stunning and is a popular tourist trail which passes through several areas of beauty, including the gorgeous fishing port of Castletownbere where watersports can be undertaken, and as Lauragh is so close to the Healy Pass, it makes a brilliant base from which to explore this wild and rugged part of County Kerry on a cottage holiday. If you are a keen walker then there are several trails and paths which take you through this outstanding scenery, or you can choose to hire a bicycle to see it in a different way.
Whilst enjoying a self-catering break in this part of Ireland one recommended place to visit is Derreen Garden, a historic and wonderful garden open to the public during the summer months by the Bay of Kilmakilloge, right next to the village of Lauragh. Covering an area of around sixty acres with winding paths of ancient forestry and exotic plants such as rhododendrons, this garden boasts spectacular views over the mountains and sea in the distance and is a great place for a fantastic day out on a sunny afternoon. The gardens themselves are actually set around Derreen House which was built in the early 18th century but is not open to the public. It can still be seen from the gardens, however, and is a very picturesque building.
Lauragh may be small but it is quintessentially Irish and with the O’Sullivan Teddy pub and restaurant located in the village serving delicious food such as mussels, as well as a convenience store, it is perfect for a special break away by the bay and mountains of County Kerry. The villagers are kindly and the scenery will sink deep into your heart and awaken your soul, making you never want to leave Lauragh and the Beara Peninsula!
When it comes to finding somewhere to stay, options include pet-friendly cottages, log cabins, chalets and even large country houses. We hope you have the best of times on a cottage holiday in this stunning part of Ireland.
Whether you choose to book a holiday cottage in Lauragh near Kenmare, an apartment, a lodge or another type of self-catering holiday accommodation, we hope you have your best holiday yet in Kerry.
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