O'Sheas Ceol Na Habhann

Set on the edge of Gortamullin, 1.5 km from Kenmare, O'Sheas Ceol Na Habhann takes its name from the River Finnihy, which runs alongside the house. The name translates as music of the river, and from the garden its current is audible under the sound of the forest. The O'Shea family has run the bed and breakfast for over thirty years, alongside a working 60-acre dairy farm. Fáilte Ireland has rated the property four stars. Rooms are en suite, with central heating, television, and Wi-Fi, finished in a plain, comfortable style rather than anything ornamental. Breakfast is a set point of the stay: a traditional Irish fry paired with Therese's home-made scones. Guests can use the garden seating or lounge to unwind, and on clear evenings there is a private barbecue area free to book. A separate self-catering apartment stands on-site, with one bedroom, a full kitchen, and its own bathroom, suited to longer stays or those wanting more independence. Bicycle rental is available for exploring the area. The owners also arrange private tours of the Ring of Kerry and the Ring of Beara. It is a compact stay, built around local knowledge and a quiet stretch of riverside garden rather than scale or spectacle. On-site parking is private and secure.