We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Ben Haven. Sarah and Paul are perfect hosts and so helpful and so friendly and easy going. They enthusiastically shared their local knowledge and love for the area. If you need recommendations for meals, shops, places to visit or even where to find spare part for your car they have it. We arrived from our journey needing urgent car repairs and Paul was able to give us some phone numbers and the next day and we were sorted. The location of Ben Haven was perfect, based at the foot of the Dartry Mountains with stunning views of Benwisken and less than 10 minutes’ drive to amazing beaches at Mullaghmore and Streedagh. If you love outdoor activities like us, you won’t find a better location. My favourites were swimming at Mullughmore head in Bishops pool, swimming at the beach with seals close by and filling up on homemade cakes at tea shop in Glencar.

There was plenty of space in the open plan kitchen/living area and an excellent hot shower in the bathroom. We were very comfortable and made full use of the full equipped kitchen. Sarah made sure there are some basic tea/coffee milk and some biscuits to get us started when we arrived.

You’ll need your own transport to stay here but the country roads are also perfect for cycling and the Gleniff Horseshoe walk starts less than a mile up the road so we walked directly from the front door. Outside Paul has fitted a hose for washing down surfboards / bikes and wet beach stuff can go on the washing line.

We still have some many places to explore in the area and really hope to be back soon.
Sally and John