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Malachys Rest Dingle
Situated just 4 km from the vibrant seaside town of Dingle in County Kerry, this beautiful, spacious pet friendly holiday home enjoys a tranquil location with wonderful countryside views. From this pet friendly, luxurious holiday home, you can enjoy an abundance of coastal and countryside walks.
Malachys Rest Dingle makes a wonderful base for discovering the beauty of the surrounding area. Once called “the most beautiful place on earth” by National Geographic, Dingle Peninsula has a variety of top attractions and activities. Malachys Rest Dingle Description – Sleeps 11This marvellous detached holiday home has been lovingly built to an extremely high standard. Situated on an elevated site making the most of the beautiful country side views. The modern kitchen has everything you need for a comfortable self-catering holiday in Ireland. The dining room is adjacent to the kitchen and has ample seating for you and your guests to enjoy dining together. The living room has comfortable furnishings, TV with Netflix and an electric fire for cosy winter evenings.
This coastal holiday home has 5 bedrooms and sleeps 11 guests:
Ground Floor:
- Double bedroom, sleeping 2
- Twin bedroom, sleeping 2
First Floor:
- Double bed and single bed and ensuite, sleeping 3
- King size bedroom with ensuite, sleeping 2
- King size bedroom with ensuite, sleeping 2
There is also a main family bathroom located on the ground floor.
A spacious garden surrounds the holiday home, and a river flows through the bottom of the garden. About Dingle and the Local AreaLocated just 4km from Dingle town on the Wild Atlantic Way, this detached holiday home enjoys a tranquil location. Dingle boasts a selection of fine restaurants, quirky cafes, craft shops and great traditional pubs.
There are roughly 30 pubs in Dingle town, each with their own unique character and charm. Foxy John’s is a hardware store, a bike hire spot and a traditional Irish pub all under one roof – a visit to Foxy John’s should be top of your to do list when visiting Dingle. Another firm favourite is McCarthy’s Bar over 150 years old it is officially the oldest pub in Dingle. Flaherty’s on Bridge Street is packed with character and a great spot to perch yourself on New Year’s Eve to ring in the New Year. Arrive early to O’Sullivan’s Courthouse Pub to experience the sights and sounds of live traditional music.
Dingle town in the past has won ‘Foodie Town of Ireland’ and Dingle Peninsula has become renowned as a food and drink destination in Ireland. There are a wide variety of restaurants from casual dining to award winning gourmet dining experiences. Understandably restaurants serve the best fresh fish and shellfish caught locally. Dingle lamb reared on the rugged Dingle Peninsula is another firm favourite.
For groups activities and family holiday ideas in Dingle, go sea kayaking along the stunning coastline and explore sea caves or rock climbing on the amazing Dingle Sea cliffs.
From March to October, you can book a tour at The Dingle Distillery. Learn about the products produced here, such as Dingle Gin and Dingle Vodka, you will also get an introduction into Irish whiskey. Dingle Original Gin won the top prize at the World Gin Awards in London.
St James' Church is also a beautiful cultural space in Dingle and, throughout the year, hosts a programme of diverse events ranging from traditional folk music concerts and exhibitions to lectures and films. One such event, which has brought St James’ Church worldwide acclaim, is the internationally famous 'Other Voices’ music series, recorded by RTE2.
Dingle town has firmly established itself as a hub for festivals, artists, musicians, foodies, stag parties, hen parties, and weddings. Top festivals in Dingle include the Dingle Food Festival held in October, Féile na Bealtaine held in May and the Dingle Film Festival held in March. Things to see and do on the Dingle PeninsulaFor a holiday experience you’ll never forget visit the Blasket Islands, an uninhabited group of islands off the west coast of Ireland. Home to one of the largest seal colonies on the Atlantic coast this island provider spectacular hikes and panoramic views. Catch the ferry at Dún Chaoin Pier opposite the island a 20-minute crossing, at the marina in Dingle town, a 40-minute trip or at Ventry Pier.
Dotted along the coast on Kerry’s Wild Atlantic Way you will discover an array of beautiful beaches, such as Ventry beach, Inch beach, Clogher Strand or Stradbally Beach to name but a few.
Go on a scenic drive and experience Conor’s Pass, the highest mountain pass in Ireland. This road provides the most dramatic and scenic crossing from the north to south coast of the Dingle Peninsula. Another scenic drive or cycle on your list of things to see and do in Dingle should be The Slea Head Drive. This is a circular route, forming part of the Wild Atlantic Way, beginning and ending in Dingle, which passes by Coumeenole Beach one of the most spectacular beaches in Ireland. On route you will find a large number of attractions and stunning views on the western end of the Dingle Peninsula.
Hill walking holidays in Dingle are very popular, experience the best of the Dingle Peninsula on some of the most scenic hikes in Ireland. Walk from Conor Pass to Croaghskearda Loop, take in the 3 Peaks of Annascaul or walk part of the Dingle Way. Of course, you could also take on Mount Brandon or Brandon at 952 metres, the 8th–highest peak in Ireland.
Musicians, artisan food suppliers and artists love Dingle and get inspiration from its rugged scenery and peaceful surroundings. After a holiday in Dingle, you and your guests with leave with lifelong memories and a longing to return again and again to experience its dramatic scenery and its vibrant colourful seaside town. Malachys Rest Dingle - Pet Friendly Holiday HomeMalachys Rest Dingle is a pet-friendly holiday home and will accept one small dog upon request only. There is a maximum of 1 small dog per booking. Please reserve you pet at the time of booking via our call centre +353 (0)1 201 8440, as your pet will not be accepted without prior confirmation.
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