May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
The property is sited on half an acre, on this picturesque Island, and is ideally placed near to the sea. It boasts some of the most spectacular views on the Island and the house has been designed with this in mind.
The nearest (shale) beach is visible and within easy walking distance from the house. Equally the small fishing village of Portmagee with award winning pubs, restaurants and post office can be reached on foot.
This house provides the opportunity to access the rugged Kerry countryside and an excellent base to tour the famous ring of kerry and beyond.The Island itself offers a wealth of activities including angling, diving, and island cruise charters are available at both Portmagee and Knightstown piers, and you can enjoy the freshly caught seafood in the local restaurants.
Valentia Island is an undiscovered paradise for many and a well kept secret by those that return year after year to holiday here.
Curreill House Valentia Island
View from Gallery window
Sunset over Valentia Island
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The County Kerry region
Valentia Island (Dairbhre in Irish- Place of Oaks), is one of Europe's western most inhabited locations, lying off the Iveragh Peninsula just off the main Ring of Kerry in the Republic of Ireland.
It is linked to the mainland by a bridge at Portmagee, as well as by a ferry (seasonal) which sails from Reenard Point to Knightstown , it's capital town, the island's main settlement.
The permanent population of the island is 650, and the island is approximately 11 km long by 3 km wide.
Situated on the main Gulf stream the Island boasts an array of magnificient tropical plants and shrubs with colourful fuchsia in abundence.
Curreill House is situated in what can only be described as one of the most sceneic locations in the south west of Kerry!!!
Valentia Island / Tennies area
Walking anywhere in Valentia is an experience in itself. For the fishing enthusiast, whether deep sea angling or shore fishing is your passion, Valentia is an ideal base. You can hire a boat from Knightstown pier and go deep sea angling.
For a more prersonal service, and to cater for your individual needs, then the owner Noel has a sea going cabin cruiser (see photograph over) fully equipped with toilet, fishing rods and electronic fish finder. You may prefer to sit back relax or sun bathe whilst your skipper Noel takes you on a guided tour of the Valentia waters and beyond. What better way to arrive in Dingle for alight lunch, the obligatory Guiness and shopping for the ladies before the return voyage, to Curreill House, to experience the unforgetable sun sets!!!
There are some great places to eat both in Valentia and it's surrounding areas offering varied types of cuisine. The Island offers a wealth of activities and you might consider:-
Hill walking Photography Golf (Links nearby include Waterville & Killorglin) Horse riding Cycling Canoeing Deep-sea angling Fishing World renowned Diving Centre
Skelligs Rocks (Located approx 7 miles out to sea) No trip to Valentia would be complete without a boat trip to the Skelligs as it is highly recommended. This is an excellent location to have a picnic so ensure you pack some lunch! The views are breath taking looking back towards Valentia Island and Portmagee or out across the Atlantic Ocean for as far as the eye can see, next stop America! From here you can view the original ‘bee hive’ houses where the Monks once lived. You can admire the beautiful wild birds, including Puffins, and it is not uncommon to see dolphins in these waters.
Tetra Pod Fossil Prints - Valentia Island 385 million years old Tetrapod fossil footsteps have recently been discovered on Valentia Island, near Cahersiveen. This is a major discovery since only a few similar examples exist throughout the world. It has attracted interest from palaeontologists world-wide and was featured in “National Geographic” magazine
Trans Atlantic Cable to Newfoundland USA – Valentia Laid in 1865 the Trans Atlantic Cable linking Valentia to Newfoundland, was at the time the only telegraphic link between Europe and the United States. It dealt with up to 4000 messages a day between the two continents, was manned 24 hours a day 365 days a week and provided employment for up to 242 staff.
Glanleam Sub Tropical Gardens – Valentia Island Relax in hidden valleys, admire the beautiful exotic plants and the magnificent views while wandering through the wonderful Subtropical Gardens at Glanleam House. Once the seat of the Knights of Kerry, the gardens are now open to the public from 11am to 5pm. Delicious meals, snacks and fresh pastries are also served in the newly re-opened tea room.
Altazamuth Stone - Valentia Island The script on the original stone reads 'Great European arc of longitude, site of the position of the Altazamuth Stone used to determine the longitude of Valentia in 1862'
Cliffs Of Fogher This was once a working sheep farm but the present owners have invested time and money to make this one of the most spectacular walks on the Island. It is possible to drive to the top of the mountain although 1st gear is recommended!! Alternatively a car park is situated half way up the mountain and allows taking in the viewing platform observing the Cliffs of Fogher and the Dingle peninsular beyond. From here you can complete the ascent to the top of the mountain on foot. No trip to Valentia would be complete without doing this walk. A small fee is incurred to cover maintenance and car parking costs.
Valentia Annual Regatta The sport of Coastal Rowing can be traced as far back as the old cobblers and fishermen of the mid-Nineteenth Century. Various boats and crews of cobblers are recorded as racing out to meet the incoming schooners, etc. with the winners receiving the valuable piloting contract. There was also the benefit of racing to the best fishing grounds. This was a means of survival and of earning a living, but in their spare time and during holidays these coastal crews raced for sport. This sport has carried on to this day and Valentia boasts first class rowing teams. Each year a regatta is staged, on the Island, and is an excellent family day out.
Valentia Island GAA Football Team & O'CONNELL Stadium Mick O'Connell was a very successful Gaelic footballer from County Kerry in Ireland .Mick O'Connell was born on Valentia island just off the coast of County Kerry in 1937. He was famed for rowing across from Valentia to the mainland for training and matches. Regarded as one of the game’s most accomplished and stylish players he played in nine all Ireland football finals for Kerry. He played club football with Valentia Young Islanders and still resides on the Island. The Young Islanders are to this day a formidable team and their football pitch is located in Chapletown. This is another great afternoon out for all the family for a small admission fee.
How to get there
Fly to Cork - Valentia Island is 166km ( 103 miles) from the airport. Fly to Shannon - Valentia Island is 199Km ( 123 miles) from the airport Fly to Kerry - Valentia Island is 79Km ( 49 miles) from the airport Cheap flights available from Ryan Air, BMI Baby flying from from Birmingham East Midlands, Stanstead Airports. (Stanstead direct to kerry) Car hire available from Irish car rental, Dan Dooley, Hertz etc Ferrys from:- Holyhead - Dun laoghaire Fishguard - Rosslaire Swansea - Cork
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Cork: 166 km
Railway:
Tralee: 83 km
Ferry:
Cork: 166 km
Activities near Valentia Island
Sports: Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Bedrooms (4), Bathrooms (2), En suite (2), WCs (3)
Furniture:
Single beds (4), Double beds (3), Cots (1), Dining seating for 10, Sleeps maximum of 10
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: The house was constructed and completed in 2008 by the owners, Noel & Marie. It is heated with the newest technological geo-thermal hot water/heating system, with under floor heating on the ground floor and radiators heating the upstairs rooms.
The property is furnished to a high standard and comprises of a grand and imposing entrance hall, with a feature open fire. The hall is full height with exposed beams and a first floor galleried seating area with spectacular views from an arched window looking over Portmagee channel to the Kerry mountains.
Access to the main living room, featuring a further open fireplace with panoramic windows capatalising on the spectacular views. Furthermore guests can benefit from Freeview satalite TV, and DVD player.
Leading from the hall is the entrance to the open plan Kitchen/Dining area with all modern appliances including 5 ring hob and separate double oven, American style fridge/freezer with ice maker and chilled water dispenser, integral dishwasher and microwave. A dining table overlooks the patio area with additional seating at the breakfast bar.
The utility room is located off the kitchen and houses a washing machine and dryer.
Also located on the ground floor a large bathroom with bath, toilet and electric shaving point.
In addition to the rooms already described there is a spacious double bedroom featuring an adjoining room containing a single cabin style bed, and separate en suite shower room.
Upstairs features an open gallery with leather chair overlooking the hall and surrounding area through an arched picture window, the ideal place to sit and relax.
Off the walnut floored landing are three bedrooms and the main family bathroom. The front room having a double and single bed with stunning sea views, a bedroom to the back of the property has 2 single beds with a further bedroom that has double bed and shower en suite. This room commands both sea and mountain views to the front and side of the property.
The family bathroom, features a jacuzzi bath with electric shaver point, toilet and hand basin.
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Further details outdoors: Patio doors lead out from the kitchen/diner to a paved area with garden furniure. Here you can enjoy breakfast, morning tea and soda bread or a barbecue admiring the picturesque sea and mountain views. Equally you may prefer to sit and watch the sun going down in this tranquil idyllic setting - the choice is yours!
To the front of the house there is ample parking for several cars and gardens.
Further details
The owner/ house keeper will be on hand to meet and answer any questions on arrival.
Bedding,linen/towels are included in the hire cost however electric is metered and paid locally, in euro, at the end of the holiday let.
Conditions
A 20% non refundable deposit is required to secure your reservation at time of booking
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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24 Jan 09
2 May 09
480£432
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2 May 09
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550£495
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30 May 09
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680£613
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11 Aug 09
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750£676
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5 Sep 09
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550£495
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3 Oct 09
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450£405
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Tenancy is Saturday - Saturday from 4pm on day of arrival to 11am on day of departure.
House must be vacated completely clean and tidy.
Christmas, New Year and Bank holidays charged as per high season.
Short breaks/weekends/mid-week on application.
Additional Extra's for electricity metered and paid locally in euro.
Guestbook for Curreill House
'WE WERE SO LUCKY TO BE THE FIRST GUESTS TO STOP IN THIS AMAZING HOUSE. I HAD A JOB TO GET MY WIFE OUT OF THE JACUZZI BATH ONCE SHE GOT IN WITH A BOOK AND GLASS OF WINE. BRILLIANT HOUSE,LOCATION AND SURROUNDINGS.HIGHLY RECOMMENDED WILL DEFINITELY RETURN AGAIN!!!! William & Jan England
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 52131
Name:
Noel & Marie Curran
Tel:
+353 6694 76959
Mobile:
+353 8798 84167
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