Victorian Manor House On Kenmare Bay

Dunkerron House makes 2015 Five Star honours list for luxury Irirsh rentals. Five Star clients will appreciate this recently accredited Five-Star luxury property which is set on the magnificent Kenmare Bay in County Kerry.

This luxurious holiday home is situated on a 70-acre estate on the shores of Kenmare Bay, less than two miles from Kenmare town. Brimming with light and soft atmospheric colours, great care has been taken to make discerning guests feel comfortable and welcome. The entire property is furnished in a classic but understated style in keeping with the character of the house.

Original Irish art throughout augments the peaceful atmosphere of the house. Dunkerron House oozes comfort, character and style with a generous living room, vestibule, conservatory, formal dining room, (with formal table which seats up to 16), play room provide wonderful living areas.

The house is served by a large fully equipped kitchen which is combined with an adjoining informal dining area. Log fires in the living room, vestibule and dining room provide a wonderful atmosphere and the living room, vestibule, conservatory, all enjoy stunning views over the estate's 15th century castle ruin and the Caha mountain range in the distance.

On the first floor, the house boasts seven large double/twin bedrooms, all with ensuite bathrooms. All bedrooms enjoy views over the Dunkerron estate while all bathrooms are complete with power showers.

The house itself overlooks the ruins of Dunkerron castle, a mid 15th century stronghold of the O'Sullivan More clan. Outside the property also includes a traditional styled walled garden, which is currently being renovated, as well as traditional farm outbuildings. The property enjoys its own access onto Kenmare Bay which bounds the estate. Residents can stroll through beautiful woodland footpaths through the estate. The estate also has its own deck area which provides a relaxation area overlooking the Bay and Caha mountains.

The property offers a perfect venue for reunions or family gatherings, as a luxurious base for a family adventure in the south west of Ireland or simply as a luxury holiday home.

While the house is normally rented on a self catered basis, by arrangement, additional services including catering, a daily or occasional cleaning service and/or housing keeping is provided.