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Iskeroon |
Derrynane, Caherdaniel, Kerry, Ireland |
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Iskeroon’s incredible location in Kerry is what makes it unique. Set in 4.5 acres of semi-tropical gardens which lead down to the sea, and our own private pier, you can take a trip to the Skelligs, visit Derrynane National Park, walk along one of the best beaches in the country, swim off our pier and go sailing, kayaking and fishing, all without getting into your car. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| Apartment |
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Property Setting:
| Mountainous / Near the Sea / Beachfront / Romantic / Village / Rural |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing |
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Bedrooms:
| 1 |
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Guests:
| 2 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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Iskeroon comprises a self catering apartment and two self contained Bed & Breakfast suites, all located in the wisteria-clad coach-house just 25 metres away from the main house where breakfast is served. Smaller but more personal than a boutique hotel, yet offering so much more than just a bed and some breakfast, we take a maximum of only six guests at any one time, ensuring that you can really appreciate the location, the peace and the tranquillity of Iskeroon. Situated just two and a half miles off the Ring of Kerry, you feel as if you are 100 miles from the main road, so complete are the peace and tranquillity. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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Both Derrynane Harbour and Derrynane Bay have fantastic beaches, and there are watersports, diving and fishing centres in the harbour. The local pub, Keating's Bar, is a fifteen minute walk from the house, over the Mass Path. Also within walking distance of Iskeroon is the Derrynane National Park which has wonderful gardens. Boats to The Skellig Rocks (World Heritage site) leave from Bunavalla Pier, 5 minutes walk away. A number of wonderful gardens nearby are open to the public, including Derrynane House, Glanleam on Valentia Island and Garnish Island in Glengarrif. Five miles away in the car (or three miles by foot) is the village of Caherdaniel. Here there are two good pubs, and a restaurant. The Kerry Way passes through the village, beside an ancient ring fort. Seven miles way is Waterville, famous for its golf links and salmon and trout fishing. There are four golf courses within an hour's drive from Iskeroon. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| Iskeroon is on the Ring of Kerry, between Waterville and Caherdaniel. We are 30 miles from Kenmare (1 hour's drive) and 50 miles from Killarney (1 hour 45 mins). Ryanair fly from Luton and Stanstead to Kerry, our closest airport, otherwise Cork is about 2.5 hours drive and is served by Ryanair and Aer Lingus from numerous British airports. |
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Nearest airports:
| Kerry (Faranfore) 1 hour 45 mins |
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Nearest train station:
| Killarney 1 hour 40 mins |
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Nearest ferry terminal:
| Cork |
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Nearest bus stop:
| Waterville |
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Car Hire:
| Essential |
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Nearest restaurant:
| 20 mins |
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Nearest beach:
| 15 mins |
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Nearest shop:
| 20 mins |
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Nearest market:
| 20 mins |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Geraldine Burkitt |
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Contact Phone No. |
+353 66 9475119 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Beach within 30km / Canoeing / Climbing / Cycling / Fishing / Golf within 30km / Horse Riding / Tennis / Therapies / Walking / Watersports
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Interior Facilities |
CD Player / DVD player / Internet Access / Linen provided / Television / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
The lovely bright studio apartment, ideal for two people, is located on the ground floor of the converted coach house. The accommodation comprises a well-equipped kitchen, a comfortable dining and living area, a bathroom with shower and wc, and a king size bed. There is also free Wi-fi access, TV, DVD player (and a selection of DVD’s), radio and CD player. On arrival, guests receive a hamper containing our own home-made bread, eggs from our chickens, milk, tea, Nespresso coffee, cereal, butter, sugar and local artisan chocolate.
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Exterior Facilities |
Garden / Garden Furniture / Parking
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Exterior Details |
Guests have access to the 4.5 acre semi-tropical garden and the private pier at the bottom of the garden. A rowing dinghy and a kayak are also available for guests to use. Iskeroon’s garden was laid out in the 1930s and contains many interesting plants, including tree ferns, arbutus and the very rare Kerry Lily.
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Further Details |
Iskeroon’s position on the Ring of Kerry also makes it the perfect base from which to explore the Ring itself, the Skellig Rocks, the Ballaghbeema Pass, Valentia Island, the Beara Peninsula, the lakes, mountains and National Park around Killarney and the Dingle Peninsula, all easily reachable within a day. As always, the best places to see in Kerry are those off the beaten track, unseen and unknown by most visitors. We are delighted to advise you on the best places to see and things to do and also to advise you on how to avoid the coaches that drive (anti-clockwise) around the Ring. (Some guidebooks make an unnecessarily big deal out of these coaches – with some local knowledge, you will hardly notice them.) The beauty of Iskeroon is that you can do as much, or as little, as you like. If total relaxation and privacy is what you want, you’ll find it here. We take it as a great compliment that many people get engaged at Iskeroon, and come here on honeymoon.
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Conditions of
Rental |
We are very flexible - there is no fixed changeover day. Guests can stay for any length of time, with a minimum stay of just 3 nights. Credit cards accepted. All towels and linen provided.
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Other Information |
No Smoking / Other rental properties on site / Short breaks available
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What visitors have said about Iskeroon |
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There's no finer setting in Ireland than that of Iskeroon, a beach-house chic B&B near Caherdaniel, set amid four acres of rambling subtropical gardens on the Ring of Kerry's tranquil Derrynane Harbour. Indoors, the palette is bold and warm; outside, the rugged coast gives on to wide, deserted crescents of sand.
Conde Nast Traveller, UK, Jan 2010 
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Iskeroon is a marvelous house, a true design icon. Built by
the Earl of Dunraven in the 1930s, its unique, mesmerizing design is exceeded only by its astonishing location.
Bridgestone 100 Best Places to Stay in Ireland, UK, Aug 2009
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David and Geraldine Hare's wonderfully light B&B has an arrestingly beautiful setting overlooking Derrynane Harbour. It's got the best of both worlds: tranquil and yet just a short walk to the beach or a lovely pub, or the pier for cruises to the Skelligs. Breakfasts are excellent here, too. With only three rooms, this place gets sold out long in advance, so book early.
The Washington Post, USA, Mar 2010
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We are so happy that we travelled further than planned yesterday to find you at the end of the lane. Your warmth and hospitality were greatly appreciated.
Martha & Bob, Chicago, Mar 2010
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The first place that actually deserves the description magical.
Ewan & Jenny, UK, Apr 2010
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Much enjoyed our three days here. The description, though encouraging, did not quite lead us to expect the magnificence of the situation, the beauty of the views, the comfort and 'le style' of the house, the way you welcomed and fed us.
David & Sheila, England, May 2010
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