The house at Glandore provides a piece of paradise: in a remote but stunning location at the top of the Beara peninsula deep in the hazel, pine, oak and rhododendron woods that flourish around Lauragh. This traditional farmhouse is lovingly and simply restored with all you could need, and views out towards Knockatea mountain. Glandore Lake at the bottom of the track provides perfect wild swimming, and you can lie in bed and watch hares play outside your window. While the house has everything - and is designed perfectly - this is a simple place which feels like a space for real contemplation and pleasure: it is an oasis away from it all, and with Irish weather. There is no sound proofing so bear that in mind if you have noisy kids! It suited our family perfectly and we would love to return.