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We lovingly restored the historic structure. Everything inside is completely new; built from the ground up, beginning with radiant under-floor heating. This is our dream house - not just a rental. We have comfortable furniture, everything top of the line from the convection stove to orthopedic beds.
Our minimum stay is one week. Reserve early to avoid disappointment. Spring, summer, and fall fill quickly.
Why don't we have an on-line calendar? There are a number of reasons -- centrally that's it's already incredibly complicated to run an international operation. We're not set up for last minute travel. Just can't do it. Only a few people looked at our calendar by the latest count, but thousands read our guest book. Thank you to all our wonderful guests who made entries for us! Most inquiries answered within 24 hours. When we're traveling a day or two...If you don't get an answer back from us, we didn't get your email for some reason! Thanks for your interest
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Bird lovers tell us there are many interesting species in the adjoining glen. Our field is just wild, so that provides views of wild flowers and offers good bird habitat. We love the song of the English robins. The birds are very friendly. One flew in when friends of ours were there. Richard coaxed him/her onto his hand and brought him/her back out. (They had the doors open without the screens up.)
There are several museums of natural & local history within a couple of miles.
There are easily enough activities to fill several weeks. We still haven't seen, done them all. Do as little or as much as you want....Many of us find a deep relaxation sinking into our bones. The perfect respite from today's hectic, hurried life.
We are near several excellent hiking and walking trails - the Dingle Way and Pilgrim's Way. We've climbed Mt Eagle right behind us and done some of the Pilgrim's way 'out west' as they call the area west of us. 'great walking there' a guest.
Couminole has been been called the most beautiful :
spot in the world by National Geographic Explorer. Dingle is one of the largest Gaeltachts (Irish speaking) areas. Many people come to the area to learn Irish. The Dingle area is popular for the traditional music as well.
There are several world-famous restaurants in Dingle.
We were the cover picture in Irish Sunday Times Real Estate Price Guide 2005 Section and on the back cover of Ireland for Dummies. A pop music group, The Beautiful South, made a video in our house.
Many, many guests think of it as 'their Irish Cottage'. Comments such as: 'Thank you so much for opening up your Ireland home to us.' 'You have such a treasure there.' 'It's our piece of heaven. A part of us will always be there' 'It was absolutely wonderful. We love your cottage. Thanks so much for opening your home to us. We'll spread the word.' 'What a wonderful time I had in your cottage. It's a perfect base for walking, and was so comfortable that I didn't want to leave.
Other Activities:
letting the world go by, relaxing, unwinding.....enjoying traditional music in pubs (golf)
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