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Shealane Country House

Address: Corha-Mor, Valentia Island
Phone: 066/947-6354
www.valentiaskelligs.com

Price range: ¢
Location: The Skelligs

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Fodor's Review:

Cows graze in the adjoining field, and the breakfast room at this easily reached island retreat overlooks the ocean and the mainland hills. The large, modern detached house is on Valentia Island, beside the bridge to the mainland. The Skellig Experience Visitor Centre is across the road, and a brisk five-minute walk across the bridge leads you to Port Magee and should sharpen your appetite for hearty bar food. Alternatively, you can drive 10 minutes north on the island to Knightstown, which offers additional modest dining options. Host Mary Lane is native to the area and can organize boat trips to the Skelligs, as well as fishing, horseback riding, and golf excursions; she can also recommend local bars for live music. Her home is a delight, with bright airy rooms, polished pine floors, and large traditional wooden windows framing the peaceful views guests often dream about long after leaving. Pros: friendly welcome from local family; quiet rural location. Cons: outside the village; rooms book far in advance for July and August.

Hotel Details: 5 rooms
In-room: no a/c, no phone, no TV.
In-hotel: Internet terminal.
Rate includes: Full breakfast
Closed: Closed Nov.-Feb.