David's Guidebook
Sightseeing
A trip to Dursey Ireland on Irelands only cable car has become a ' must do' for most visitors to the Beara Peninsula. The cable car ride itself lasts around 10mins each way, taking you over the Dursey sound where dolphins can be often seen.
Dursey island measures 6.5 km by 1.5kms and is a beautiful, tranquil place , a paradise for walkers and birds watchers. Birds, such as guillemots and puffins can be seen and the island is also a breeding ground for the Chough. There are no pubs, cafes or restaurants on the island ( although Roseary is often selling refreshments from her trailer where you get on/off), so best to take water etc. with you.
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Dursey Island
A trip to Dursey Ireland on Irelands only cable car has become a ' must do' for most visitors to the Beara Peninsula. The cable car ride itself lasts around 10mins each way, taking you over the Dursey sound where dolphins can be often seen.
Dursey island measures 6.5 km by 1.5kms and is a beautiful, tranquil place , a paradise for walkers and birds watchers. Birds, such as guillemots and puffins can be seen and the island is also a breeding ground for the Chough. There are no pubs, cafes or restaurants on the island ( although Roseary is often selling refreshments from her trailer where you get on/off), so best to take water etc. with you.
Allihies is a pretty village, about 14kms West which has pubs ( live trad music in O'Neills bar) , cafe and the Copper mine museum. There is a fake sand beach - Ballydonegan and some spectacular listed walks.
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Allihies
Allihies is a pretty village, about 14kms West which has pubs ( live trad music in O'Neills bar) , cafe and the Copper mine museum. There is a fake sand beach - Ballydonegan and some spectacular listed walks.
Just a couple of kms away is Dzorghen Buddhist meditation centre. Built almost on a cliff edge, the setting is beautiful and the views over the Atlantic from their cafe, extraordinary. Visitors can experience a free, hour long, meditation which is performed twice daily in The Shrine Room.
If you have a spare hour or two, well worth a visit.
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Dzogchen Beara
Just a couple of kms away is Dzorghen Buddhist meditation centre. Built almost on a cliff edge, the setting is beautiful and the views over the Atlantic from their cafe, extraordinary. Visitors can experience a free, hour long, meditation which is performed twice daily in The Shrine Room.
If you have a spare hour or two, well worth a visit.
Castletownbere is the nearest town, 8kms or 5 mins drive away. The town is a working, fishing port, largely unspoilt by tourism conversion. The fishing fleet, when in, are an impressive site and there are numerous pubs ,restaurants and cafes to enjoy, including the famous Tea Room Cafe!
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Castletown-Bearhaven
Castletownbere is the nearest town, 8kms or 5 mins drive away. The town is a working, fishing port, largely unspoilt by tourism conversion. The fishing fleet, when in, are an impressive site and there are numerous pubs ,restaurants and cafes to enjoy, including the famous Tea Room Cafe!
Special place to Eat
An absolute must visit place for all guests!!
Fantastic food in a great space. Intimate yet spacious enough, The Tea Rooms is split into two rooms which each have their own special vibe. Enjoy choosing from a great selection on the lunch and brunch menu or relax with a slice of cake which has been made from the finest ingredients and a cup of organic, fresh ground coffee.
Food choice is extensive with Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten free options always available.
The Tea Rooms is situated opposite the public car park , on the left as you enter Castletownbere from the Allihies end.
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The Tea Room
Bank PlaceAn absolute must visit place for all guests!!
Fantastic food in a great space. Intimate yet spacious enough, The Tea Rooms is split into two rooms which each have their own special vibe. Enjoy choosing from a great selection on the lunch and brunch menu or relax with a slice of cake which has been made from the finest ingredients and a cup of organic, fresh ground coffee.
Food choice is extensive with Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten free options always available.
The Tea Rooms is situated opposite the public car park , on the left as you enter Castletownbere from the Allihies end.