Set in mature gardens Kathleens Country House is a charming 4 star residence with just 17 rooms. Located on the edge of Killarney town close to the National Park, it is 2 minutes drive to town and a perfect base for golfing or touring the Ring of Kerry and Dingle.
Attentiveness, friendliness and traditional Irish hospitality are Kathleen's hallmark. Wake up to the sound of birds singing and enjoy a sumptuous breakfast. At the end of the day, dine in one of the many wonderful restaurants Killarney has to offer and drop into a pub to catch some traditional music. "Few details escape the watchful eye of the owner, yet every guest is made to feel as though he or she is an old friend spending the night in a splendid private home." - Rob Armstrong, correspondent for CBS News.
"What makes it special is Kathleen's brand of effortless hospitality which engulfs you as soon as you set foot inside." - Fodor's Exploring Ireland.
Kathleen will help you with your itinerary, get preferred tee-times, book the best tables at local restaurants and secure reduced taxi charges - taking all in her stride with a freindly smile. For comfort convenience and genuine Irish hospitality, this is it!
"Kathleen O'Regan-Sheppard is a charming, intelligent woman whose boundless energy and graciousness fill her house with warmth and personality. Personal attention is her hallmark and people return year after year to be treated to her special brand of hospitality." Golfing in Ireland.
Kathleen's is easy to get to and hard to leave!
From Shannon Airport, Kerry Airport or Galway: Kathleens is situated on a very elevated site 1 mile prior to Killarney Town Centre on the right hand side, very visible and accessed through the slip road off N22. From the Cork side: When approaching the 1st roundabout on the outskirts of Killarney, bypass Killarney Town Centre and stay on N22, direction north towards Airport or Tralee, for 1 mile until Cleeny roundabout. At Cleeny stay on N22 taking 3rd exit. We are exactly 1 mile from this roundabout around a bend on left hand side, direction north towards Tralee or Airport.
Why not enjoy a full day's sightseeing in Dublin and be back at Kathleen's the same day? From Killarney Railway Station, you can travel to Dublin by rail. The journey take aprox. 4 hours and 30 minutes. Kerry Airport is a 15 minute drive from Kathleen's and flying time to Dublin is about 45 minutes.
The 17 charming and spacious bedrooms are elegantly furnished in antique pine. Each guestroom has a big, bright bathroom, large bath tubs, high pressure showers and captivating natural light. The orthopaedic beds ensure a restful sleep and facilities include a television, hairdryer, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests can enjoy garden views from all our bedrooms.
There is a non-smoking policy in all bedrooms.
Set in peaceful scenic surroundings on own spacious grounds with award winning gardens and adjoining dairy farm yet only one mile from the Killarney Town Centre. Kathleen's is located on the N22 route with Kerry County Airport 9km away, Cork Airport 90km and Shannon Airport 100km.
This is the ideal base for touring Killarney Lake and Mountain District, Ring of Kerry, Blarney, Dingle Peninsula and the entire Cork / Kerry Region - known as the 'Jewel of Ireland'.
Bus Tours can be arranged on request to the Ring of Kerry, Dingle and Blarney with the provision of a complimentary "Pick-up" and "Drop Back" service from Kathleen's.