Hillside Holiday Home as the name suggests is positioned on an elevated site overlooking the lush countryside close to Killarney town County Kerry. Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy the tranquil surroundings of the wonderful holiday home.
There are a variety of walks and cycling routes in the immediate area surrounding this holiday accommodation in Kerry. This large holiday home sleeping 8 is a 10-minute drive from Killarney and in the opposite direction, Kerry Airport also known as Farranfore Airport in North Kerry.
This wonderful rural retreat is located at the end of a beautiful and sweeping country lane. This large holiday home is ideally positioned close to the vibrant towns of Killarney (13km), Tralee (22km) and Killorglin (22km). You also will be ideally placed for touring the much-loved and colourful towns of Ballybunion (55km), Dingle (56km), Caherdaniel & Derrynane (77km), Kenmare (54km) to name but a few.Hillside Holiday Home – Sleeps 8Set in an idyllic setting with breath-taking views across the Kerry countryside, this unique holiday home is packed with character and charm. From the front door you enter into a spacious open plan dining room area with wood burning stove, exposed beams and beautiful original stone walls. Originally the farmhouse kitchen this room is a great place to relax and soak up the atmosphere with family and friends, it is sure to please those who seek traditional Irish country living. Enjoy the views from the large windows which overlook the garden and west Kerry countryside as you relax by the wood burning stove. The dining room table can seat 9 guests comfortably.
The newly renovated and modern kitchen is fully equipped with ample storage, providing all you need for a comfortable self-catering break away in Kerry. Fitted with all modern appliances; two dishwashers, electric oven, dishwasher, microwave, washing machine and dryer.
The separate ground floor living room is tastefully decorated with multichannel TV and a beautiful open fire.
This holiday home has 4 bedrooms and sleeps 8 guests comfortably:
Ground Floor:
- Double bed and single bed, sleeping 3
First Floor:
- Double bedroom, sleeping 2
- Double bedroom, sleeping 2
- Small double bed, sleeping 1
There are two modern and spacious bathrooms, one is fitted with a shower and the second is fitted with a shower and a bath. Plus, there is a separate toilet and wash-handbasin on the ground floor.
This wonderful and rural holiday home in Kerry has a large mature garden with garden furniture available to sit and enjoy the spectacular views of the rugged landscape. Farranfore and the Local AreaThe local village of Farranfore lies on the N22 road, approximately halfway between Tralee and Killarney. The village is a 5-minute drive from Hillside Holiday Home and has a selection of amenities including a grocery shop, petrol station, traditional Irish pubs and a number of restaurants.
Farranfore has a train station which connects the towns of Tralee and Killarney plus it also links to Mallow and beyond. Farranfore is also home to Kerry Airport, often called Farranfore Airport with passenger services are operated by Ryanair with direct flights from Manchester, Faro, Berlin, Alicante, London, Frankfurt-Hahn and Dublin.Things to See & Do in KerryThe bustling town of Killarney is a 14-minute drive from Hillside Holiday Home. Situated on the shores of Lough Leane, this lively town has an excellent selection of restaurants, bars, craft shops and fashion boutiques. Explore Killarney National Park the first national park in Ireland and extents for 26,000 acres, encompassing the infamous McGillycuddy Reeks Mountain Range.
For a memorable day out discover the famous Ring of Kerry scenic drive or 200-km long Kerry Way walking trail. The area surrounding Hillside Holiday Home is very scenic and there are a range of marked walks and cycling trails in the area, bicycle hire is available in the local town of Killarney. Hike Ireland's highest mountain Carrauntoohil which is located close to the centre of Ireland's highest mountain range, MacGillycuddy's Reeks.
Kerry has some of the most stunning beaches in the country and one of the closets to Hillside Holiday Home is Dooks Beach. This lovely sheltered beach is located on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way and the Ring of Kerry.
Golfers will be treated to spectacular views from the many magnificent golf courses available locally, such as Dook's Links Course, Castlerosse Golf Club, Killarney Golf & Fishing Club and Castlerosse Golf Club.
A little further north is Tralee town, set in the foothills of the Slieve Mish Mountains. A 22-minute drive from Hillside Holiday Home this colourful town is located on the northern side of the neck of the Dingle Peninsula.
Kerry is a truly a unique holiday destination with so many things to see and do accommodating all ages. Enjoy a relaxing holiday or an action-packed outdoor holiday with friends and family at any time of the year from Hillside Holiday Home. Known for its pockets of Irish-language speakers and striking terrain, rugged coastline and mountains the freedom of a self-catering in Kerry is a must. You and your guests will leave with lasting memories and a longing to return again and again.