| this traditional b&b off the n8 road is 5 km from central cork, 7. 5 km from the blackrock castle observatory and 12. . cooked-to-order breakfast is served each morning. a walled garden includes water features and a gazebo. on-site parking is free. low-key rooms, most with garden views, offer en suite bathrooms, as well as free wi-fi, tvs and dvd players. 3 km from the blarney stone
Cork Airport 17 min
Cork City Gaol (Museum) (14 min)
Castle-like, restored 19th-century prison with exhibitions, night tours and a souvenir shop. Titanic Experience Cobh (19 min) Blarney Stone (20 min)
Ancient stone in a medieval castle keep said to give those who kiss it a mystical eloquence. Blackrock Castle Observatory (12 min)
Late 16th-century castle trading as an educational centre for science, engineering and technology. St. Colman's Cathedral, Cobh (18 min)
It took 47 years to complete this monolithic Catholic place of worship that was consecrated in 1919. Crawford Art Gallery (10 min)
Domestic arts centre showcasing a collection of 2000 paintings, sculpture, glass and video works. Cobh Heritage Centre- The Queenstown Story (20 min)
Heritage museum and historic naval, emigration and shipping harbour, from where Titanic set sail. Spike Island (1 hr 24)
Island with origins as a monastic settlement featuring a 19th-century, star-shaped fort with tours. Blarney Castle & Gardens (19 min)
Ruined castle housing the famed Blarney Stone, a kiss of which is said to grant the gift of the gab. Fota Island (13 min)
The nation's only wildlife park is housed on this island also known for a famed home & gardens. Fota Wildlife Park (14 min)
Verdant, 70-acre zoo area for endangered animals, plus a large garden with numerous plant species. The English Market (10 min)
Traders selling organic and locally produced food in an 18th-century covered market. Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral (11 min)
Spired, Gothic Revival building, designed by William Burges, hosting Church of Ireland services. Shandon Bells & Tower St Anne's Church (10 min)
18th-century working church with a landmark tower, open for city views and chance to ring the bells. Elizabeth Fort (13 min)
This star-shaped 17th-century fort offers views of the city views & guided tours. | 
