ACTIVITIIES IN THE LOCAL AREA.

 

 

   Sunset over kenmare bay

 

 

Golf.

 

Seanocnoc is the ideal base for a golfing holiday, as it is central to several world class golf courses. The house overlooks the spectacular Ring of Kerry Golf course, and there are two 18-hole courses in Kenmare (Kenmare and the Park Hotel). The famous courses at Parknasilla, Waterville, Ballybunion and Killarney are all a short drive away.

 

For the younger / less experienced, there is a 9 hole pitch and putt course (par 3) at Faungorth activity centre (just outside Kenmare on the Kilgravan road), which also has a driving range, tennis courts and archery.

 

 

Fishing.

 

Trout / Salmon.  Trout and Char fishing is free in the Killarney lakes. Barfinnihy lake is stocked with larger Rainbow and Brown Trout, and is available by day ticket, purchased from O’Hares tackle shop. The Long Lake (on the Sneem Road) operated on the same principles as Barfinnihy lake.

 

There is fine Salmon fishing available in the area, with the Rivers Blackwater and Sheen being the most popular. Permits are available from O’Hare’s tackle shop in Kenmare. A State (rod) licence is required for Salmon fishing (7 Day or 1 day licences available).

 

Sea Fishing. There is an abundance of species to target for Sea Fishing, notably Mackerel, Pollock, Cod, Conger, Skate, Ray, Ling, Blue Shark(by boat), Gurnard, Whiting, Bass and flatfish. Local rock fishing spots are : To the left and right of Blackwater Pier, under the suspension bridge in Kenmare (bass) and Gleesk Pier (just beyond Sneem). Couloo Rock on Valentia Island is also a famous “Hotspot”. Please note that care should be taken while rock fishing, and it is advised not to go alone due to sudden swells that can occur.

 

Boat fishing is plentiful, and well advertised. Ask in O’Hares tackle shop. Larger fish are taken on boats, with more variation of species. Blue Shark may be taken further out in the bay at the right time of year.

 

Horse Riding

 

Dromquinna stables on  the way into Kenmare, and also a riding stable at the end of the road. Dromquinna offers horse riding along the beach.

 

Beaches.

 

Coss Strand is walking distance. Seals can often be spotted from here.

 

There are many other beaches within a short driving distance, such as White Strand, Derrynane beach, Caseys Cove and Carrolls Cove (these are all white sand beaches),  with Inch Strand and the Dingle Peninsula a little further afield.

 

Walking

 

Everywhere! Kenmare holds several Walking Festivals throughout the year. The “Kerry Way” is a fully signed Walking route.

 

Water Sports

 

Killmakillogue Harbour.

 

Bars

 

The nearest pub is Pat Spillane’s bar (walking distance), and the Blackwater Tavern also sells petrol and basic groceries.

Kenmare is full of pubs, music can be found most nights.

 

Restaurants

 

Kenmare is a gastronomic delight, with a huge number of excellent quality restaurants, with styles, tastes and prices to suit everybody. Local Seafood is a  speciality.  Booking recommended in some venues.

 

Scenic drives

 

Ring of kerry, ring of beara, slea head drive (dingle), healy pass, black valley area.

 

 

 

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