Perfectly positioned near Clonakilty, Ardnavaha is ideally located to experience the best of West Cork's coastal beauty, food culture and outdoor adventures. Nearby experiences include:
West Cork is renowned for its dramatic coastline, artisan food culture, music traditions and relaxed atmosphere - making it one of Ireland's most sought-after destinations for couples. Or click on one of the catergories for lots of things to do in the local area, and the rest of the county.
GOLF Nearby Lisselan Estate offers a lovely 18 hole course five minutes’ drive away. Classed as one of the best by Professional Golfers.World Championship Old Head of Kinsale at Kinsale ~ right on the cliff top. Kinsale Golf Course. Fota Island – First Class Course in Cork Harbour . Bandon Golf Club – Good course. Skibbereen Golf Course. Schull – 9 holes overlooking the water. FISHING There are several good salmon rivers locally - The Argideen and Lisselan Estate (5 minutes drive) has Salmon Fishing.The Bandon (15 minutes drive) and the Blackwater (90 minutes drive). There is sea fishing from Courtmacsherry (15 minutes’ drive). HORSE-RIDING Courtmacsherry Hotel Riding Stables in nearby Courtmacsherry have horses suitable for all grades of riders. They hack out onto several beaches and farms in the area. GARDENS & HOUSES A complete guide to Houses, Castles and Gardens of Ireland is available. Nearby ones include: The West Cork Garden Trail has gardens open in June and July that are not open all the year round. Castle Gardens ~ Timoleague. Fota Island Wildlife Park , House and Garden ~ Cork Harbour . Bantry House and Garden, and Armada Museum ~ Bantry. Garinish Island ~ wonderful garden in Bantry Bay . Bamboo Park ~ tropical plants in Glengariff. Muckross Park House and Gardens ~ Killarney. BEACHES & COVES Within a short drive of here are many sandy beaches and coves, running from Kinsale to Castlefreke. Inchydoney is a good safe beach, Ownahincha, Red Strand, Coolmain Bay and many others.They are all tidal sandy beaches. Further west towards the Mizzen is Barley Cove Beach. WALKING TOURS & CYCLING TRIPS Information is available about recommended routes to use.
5 STAR INCHYDONEY LODGE & SPA HOTEL The Lodge and Spar at Inchydoney Beach is some fifteen minutes drive from here. Inchydoney Beach is actually two glorious sandy beaches divided by the 5 Star Hotel. The hotel has an excellent restaurant, a bar with good bar food, and a Residents Lounge which is a perfect place for a quiet lunch, or a hot chocolate with marshmallows after a walk on the beach. The Spa offers a range of Thalassotherapy, Massage and Beauty Treatments. Anyone booking a treatment may use the swimming pool which has various areas including swimming areas, several Jacuzzis, neck massage areas, and a waterfall.
LIVE MUSIC VENUES De Barras Bar & Folk Club - Clonakilty. The home of traditional music in West Cork,.Shanley's - Clonakilty. Small, warm and welcoming, Shanley's regularly hosts live music sessions with a host of excellent local musicians.Scannell's - Clonakilty. Scannells offers an excellent lunch menu, but it really comes into it's own at night when the bar and beer garden are buzzing with conversation and laughter.An Teach Beag - Clonakilty. A cozy bar with traditional music, story telling and set dancing.Casey's Bar - Clonakilty Good food and music most nights. PLACES TO EAT Kirbys Whales Tail - Clonakilty. An award winning seafood bar & restaurant.Monks Lane - Timoleague. Fresh, local, artisan produce, craft beers, gourmet coffees/teas and fantastic old world wines, in a warm and welcoming setting. Lifeboat Inn - Courtmacsherry Delicious Steak & Seafood in a traditional Irish pub setting.Dunmore House Hotel - Dunmore. Award-winning food in the hotel restaurant and great casual dining in the bar, with stunning sea views.Fishy Fishy - Kinsale Excellent and very popular seafood restaurant. The Pink Elephant - Kilbrittain Specializing in seafood, steaks and vegetarian cuisine - the views out to sea on a sunny evening can't be bettered!
