Ballybunnion 3 miles. A delightful, detached, self-contained house located next to the owner's home and just a short drive from the popular seaside resort of Ballybunnion, County Kerry. This lovely, single-storey Ballybunnion cottage has been furnished to a modern standard and provides welcoming accommodation, perfect for a couple looking to discover this beautiful area of the Emerald Isle. This ground floor cottage near Ballybunnion offers privacy, as the bright and airy living area looks across the fields and hills of north Kerry. The cosy bedroom offers a walk-in, en-suite facility and the rear patio area, accessed through double doors in the sitting room, is the perfect spot to catch the sun and discuss the day's activities with your loved one. There is a scenic six-mile circular walk from the doorstep that allows you to truly soak in your picturesque surroundings. The nearby town of Ballybunnion is awash with superb facilities, including a variety of shops, bars and restaurants and of course the world-famous golf course. The beaches are spectacular and framed by impressive cliffs; the ideal setting for a sunset walk. The coastline of this section of the Wild Atlantic Way is varied and beautiful, with further unspoilt beaches at Ballyheigue and Banna Strand. A visit to the nearby Bromore Cliffs is also a must, as is a dolphin spotting trip on the Shannon estuary. The bustling market town of Listowel is just a short drive away, where you will find its popular racecourse. Tralee can be reached in just over half an hour's drive, where each year the international Rose of Tralee festival welcomes visitors from around the globe. Head further south for the Dingle Peninsula and Ring of Kerry, with further breathtaking drives and walks available. Visit Killarney and its wonderful national park and experience one of the many festivals and events that take over the town. With so much to see and do, and with wonderful transport links to the Kerry and Shannon Airports, this Ballybunnion cottage is one you'll want to return to again and again.

The village of Ballybunion is a mere 35 miles from the famous Killarney National Park and was the site of the first transatlantic telephone transmission made from the Marconi wireless station in 1919. Ballybunion is steeped in a rich history that can be traced back to the 14th century, when Ballybunion castle was established. In 1923 the castle came under the care of the Office of Public Works, who remain its custodians to this day. The village is also home to the Ballybunion golf course; ranked in the top ten golf courses in the world. Ballybunion is a site of great natural beauty and possesses a wide range of flora and fauna. Bird-lovers and wildlife enthusiast can often see a multitude of birds nesting and foraging including seagulls, shags, cormorants, herons and various other migratory birds. Many marine animals can be observed along the coast, such as seals, porpoises, dolphins, lobster and salmon. The waters and surrounding countryside have won the European Blue Flag award.

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