Local Attractions

Shanagarry Beach

A 10 minute walk from Kilmahon House to this gorgeous calm sandy beach. Perfect for beach walks, swimming, and picnics.

Ballymaloe Cookery School

Take a lovely boat ride for a tour up a path of history to Ballycotton Lighthouse and take in a 360 degree view over all of East Cork.

Ballymaloe House

Renowned Country House Hotel run by the Allen family including the famous Yeats Room Restaurant, Café, and Kitchen/Craft Shop.

Ballycotton lighthouse tours

Take a lovely boat ride for a tour up a path of history to Ballycotton Lighthouse and take in a 360 degree view over all of East Cork.

Ballycotton Cliff Walk

Hike 7km of natural trail path along the beautiful Ballycotton coastline with fabulous views and occasional whale sightings.

Jameson Midleton Distillery

Located in County Cork, Midleton Distillery is renowned for producing some of the finest Irish whiskey.

Cobh

Cathedral, Heritage Centre and last stopping point of the Titanic.

Fota House

Fota House, Arboretum and Wildlife Park.

Golf

Numerous courses nearby including the championship course at Fota Island Resort, and at the Castlemartyr Resort and Spa.

Art classes

are available at the Kilkenny Design Centre in Shanagarry village.

Blarney Castle & Gardens

Constructed almost six hundred years ago by one of Ireland’s most renowned chieftains, Cormac MacCarthy, it has drawn interest ever since.

Living Youghal

Youghal is a picturesque coastal town in Ireland, celebrated for its rich history and unspoiled beauty.