Nature house in Eyeries

The nature house is a modern, cozy, and comfortable bungalow, located right on the Atlantic Ocean with a view of a seal colony. You can see the animals from the living room, and even better, through the telescope provided (suitable for both day and night). A four-minute walk away is Lough Fada, a fishing lake where you can fish for free. The cottage is situated directly on “The Wild Atlantic Way” and along the Beara Walking Trail. The climate here is mild thanks to the warm Gulf Stream. Palm trees, tree ferns, and many other subtropical plants thrive here. The natural landscape boasts a stunning, rugged beauty. The Beara Peninsula is about the same size as the province of Utrecht, but only 5,000 people live there! Thanks to this very low population density and the friendliness of the Irish, there is a soothing, peaceful atmosphere here. The owner moved to Ireland in 1994 and lives a short distance from this nature house, as he has, among other things, a music studio, a ceramics studio, an observatory, a small fishing boat, lobster traps, a canoe, and other fun amenities to make your stay a success.

The area is a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) with a variety of protected flora and fauna. Because the peninsula has no heavy traffic or intensive agriculture, there is no pollution. Several hiking trails have been marked out, many of which wind through the heart of nature. You’ll hike past loughs (lakes) and rivers, with views of the fjord-like Kenmare River and the Iveragh Mountains. As you head into the peninsula, you’ll climb the Caha Mountains and the Slieve Miskish Mountains. These mountains form the backbone of the peninsula. The silence of the massive rocks and the beautiful, deep-blue waves of the Atlantic Ocean are a feast for the eyes. The villages of Ardgroom, Eyeries, and Allihies are rare examples of small-scale settlements. In Allihies, you can walk among the old copper mines to Castletownbere, a charming fishing village overlooking Bantry Bay. Eyeries and Ardgroom are colorful, picturesque villages with small shops, post offices, and little pubs. There’s an opportunity to learn more about beekeeping; the hosts have 10 hives. Although these Buckfast bees are unlikely to sting, protective clothing is worn. The area is rich in historical monuments and ruins.