Inveraray Farm

This is an excellent place to experience and explore the natural beauty that surrounds you in this part of Ireland. Jenn and her staff are experienced professionals who are also world travelers and who understand the grace notes of hospitality. A beautiful, well tended garden greats you when you park in the spacious driveway, complete with electric car charger. You are greeted by a chocolate lab, an adorable corgi and your host upon your agreed upon arrival time. This first thing that struck me was how absolutely perfectly peaceful everything was. The home is brilliantly designed with guest comfort in mind with fully stocked tea rooms throughout that offer a private space for a relaxing break after a busy day of hiking, jaunting, boating or horseback riding. The Beaufort Pub is an 8 minute walk down the road and offers an excellent pint, great local color and conversation along with spirited dart games. Further up the road is another delightful experience of Irish history at Kate Kearney’s Cottage. Excellent food, great service and a comfortable pub atmosphere greets you at Kate’s. This is an excellent place to stop before or after your exploration of the Gap of Dunloe, The Black Valley and/or the Lakes of Killarney. Hop into a horse driven cart at Kate’s or walk up the road for a day filled with adventure, ending in Killarney National Park with a boat ride through the Lakes to Ross Castle. Talk to Jenn about local activities, she is an expert on this area.

Thanks to Jen and Fergal for sharing their beautiful home with us! This was truly our ideal of peace and relaxation. The natural beauty of the landscape is something you have to see to understand - stunning views of the McGillicuddy Reeks and Dunloe Gap, as well as the adjacent farmland. We loved having the cows, dogs and cats nearby. The made-to-order breakfasts were incredible. The kitchen area, living/reading room, and outdoor seating areas made the farm extremely homey. Feels like you’re staying at a friend’s place. We had a rental car, and it was an easy drive to the Visitors’ Center parking lot to meet tours (Dingle Peninsula and Slea Head, Ring of Kerry, and a boat trip from Ross Castle to Innisfallen Island - all highly recommended) and we loved Kate Kearney’s Cottage for dinner and music. Wonderful place, wonderful people.

Excellent Place & Hosts

We had a wonderful experience with Fergal and Jen. They were so helpful with recommendations in the area and very welcoming. We hope to return in the future!