Dursey Island Travel Guide

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Cable car to Dursy Island. Ireland's only cable car. It's a wild ride in a small wooden car, get blown around by winds high in the air. Only six people live there permanently . This is how they get the sheep to mainland, so you might share a ride with one
Cable car to Dursy Island. Ireland's only cable car. It's a wild ride in a small wooden car, get blown around by winds high in the air. Only six people live there permanently . This is how they get the sheep to mainland, so you might share a ride with one

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Butler Arms Hotel

Butler Arms Hotel

4 out of 5
New Line Road Waterville Kerry
Stay at this beach hotel in Waterville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions The Story of Waterville Cable Station Exhibition ...
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Klondyke House

Klondyke House

3 out of 5
New Line Road Waterville County Kerry
The price is £122 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
£122
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Waterville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions The Atlantic Telegraph Waterville and Waterville Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (79 reviews)
The rooms were fine, the location is good, and the breakfast was excellent. The proprietors we're a little uptight, but generally accommodating.

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

Klondyke House
The Old Cable Historic House

The Old Cable Historic House

3 out of 5
Old Telegraph Cable Station Waterville Kerry
Stay at this beach guesthouse in Waterville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions The Atlantic Telegraph Waterville ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (165 reviews)
Nice sized room and bathroom. Very clean. Excellent breakfast. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

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The Old Cable Historic House
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Wonderful Sea Views, Walks, Hiking, Beaches, Fishing, Family Friendly, WiFi

Wonderful Sea Views, Walks, Hiking, Beaches, Fishing, Family Friendly, WiFi

Ballinskelligs County Kerry
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Emlaghmore. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Waterville Golf Links and Siopa ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
All very good. A lovely stay.

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Wonderful Sea Views, Walks, Hiking, Beaches, Fishing, Family Friendly, WiFi
Stunning Sea views 3 bed bungalow - 5 mins from beach!

Stunning Sea views 3 bed bungalow - 5 mins from beach!

Castletownbere Cork
Stay at this cottage in Castletownbere. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bere Island Heritage Centre and Mill Cove Gallery ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (13 reviews)
Beautiful setting and excellent location to explore the Berea Peninsula. Appreciated easy access and assistance from our host when we had questions.

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025

Stunning Sea views 3 bed bungalow - 5 mins from beach!
Harbour View "The Snug Apartment" - Spectacular Sea Views (Sleeps 2 - 3 people)

Harbour View "The Snug Apartment" - Spectacular Sea Views (Sleeps 2 - 3 people)

Caherdaniel The Ring Of Kerry, Co. Kerry
Stay at this apartment in Caherdaniel. Enjoy a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Loher Stone Fort and Derrynane House are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews)
Great Base
Great base to tour ring of Kerry and fabulous beach 6km down road

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2024

Harbour View "The Snug Apartment" - Spectacular Sea Views (Sleeps 2 - 3 people)
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