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West Cork Beaches

You are spoiled for choice when it comes to local beaches:

  • Sands Cove – less than 10 minutes walk from the house is the private and secluded Sands Cove. Perfect for a picnic, BBQ, a quiet read or a spot of rock pool hunting.
  • Red Strand – a safe, sandy beach great for kids a 5 minute drive from the house. Stunning views across to Galley Head Lighthouse
  • Inchydoney Beach – a popular and award winning long sandy beach, perfect for surfing. Very good surf school located on the beach.
  • Long Strand – located approx 15 minutes drive from the house, on the border of historic Castlefreke Woods. Excellent beach for a long walk or exploring dunes but not suitable for swimming.

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