The Turf House is a perfect place to unwind on the Beara Peninsula. It is well-designed and well-constructed. A truly unique place to stay. Better than that, it's close to beautiful vistas and colorful towns. At the house, we had a great time sleeping in, cooking, relaxing by a turf fire, exploring the farm, reading, and visiting with the family who own the cottage. They're just across the driveway, and happy to share a joke and help with anything you might need!
Near the cottage is Dunboy Castle and Puxley House. We took the car there and went on a hike all the way out to the point across from Bere Island lighthouse (some of the pics in the listing are from there). Absolutely beautiful. We also drove a bit of the Ring of Beara -- stopping at the Buddhist Center (a must for the view AND the lunch!), the Dursey cable car viewpoint (didn't go across, but the drive there was lovely), Allihies (drove right through), and Eyeries (sleepy, but colorful). Macarthy's in Castletownbere is great for a pint, a trip to the Adrigole Arts Center filled our shopping bags with unique gifts and a stop in Glengariff gave us delicious food (at the Glengariff Park Hotel) and a hike at the Nature Preserve. We didn't go in the many crafts stores there, but if you're looking for souvenirs, it may be worth a stop!
Would definitely recommend the Turf Cottage for anyone looking for a cozy place to tuck in and experience a less touristy part of the Wild Atlantic Way.