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Gougane Barra
Ballingeary
Cork
Co. Cork |
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Description
The delightful two star; family-run Gougane Barra Hotel sits on the edge of the lake of the same name; in one of the most beautiful and romantic glens in the area. The hotel is surrounded by unspoiled countryside and enjoys a reputation for excellent hospitality and fine dining.
Additional Features
All 27 guest bedrooms at the Gougane Barra Hotel are en-suite and enjoy fine views of the lake; glen and hills beyond. Rooms are spacious and feature colour TV; telephone; hair dryer and tea and coffee making facilities. Room service is offered. There is ample car parking. The hotel's car is available to meet guests off the train; boat and plane.
Area Description
The Gougane Barra Hotel is situated in Ballingeary; County Cork. Sitting on the edge of the lake and surrounded by forest parks and hills; the hotel is the perfect place for outdoor-based activities and boating; sea angling; fishing; walking and cycling are available locally. The nearby National Forest Park offers many fine walks as well as an abundance of flora and fauna. The hotel is perfectly placed for touring West Cork; the Beara Peninsula and for visiting Barleycove beach and Mizen Head.
Dining Facilities
The hotel has a reputation for fine cuisine and guests can enjoy a meal in its restaurant. Cronins Bar is open for drinks all year round and includes a cafe during the summer months.
Local Attractions
Ballingeary is perfectly situated for exploring the wonders of West Cork; with its picturesque seaside villages; beautiful sandy beaches; including the stunning Barleycove; and fine archeological sites such as the Drombeg Stone Circle near Clonakilty. The River Lee begins its journey to Cork in Gougane Barra Lake. A small causeway links the shore of the lake to Holy Island where St Finbarr; the patron saint of Cork founded his monastery; the ruins of which can still be visited today. Other places of interest within easy reach of Ballingeary are Bantry House; Mizen Head and Glengarriff which is noted for its lush tropical gardens and Bamboo Park.
Location Description
The Gougane Barra Hotel is located in Ballingeary; County Cork; Ireland. It is 72 km from Cork Airport.
Hotel Amenities
- LOUNGE/BAR
- TV
- ROOM SERVICE
- COFFEE/TEA MAKER
- WAKE UP SERVICE
- RESTAURANT
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