at the foot of brockagh mountain, and adjacent to st. there's a garden and a labyrinth on the church grounds. spiritual programmes are available. kevin's church, this serene guesthouse off the r756 is 2 km from the glendalough monastic site and 8 km from glenmacnass waterfall. the 5 simply furnished stone cottages sleep 1 or 2 people, and come with kitchenettes, bathrooms, and wood-burning stoves or open fires (logs are provided). . a 19th-century coach house has a prayer room and a library Dublin Airport 1 hr 2
Luggala (25 min) Mountain, lake, and climbing Lough Dan (16 min) Compact, secluded lake cradled amid mountains, with hiking trails & small sandy beaches. Poulaphouca Reservoir (32 min) Manmade, active reservoir begun in 1937 offering walking, swimming, fishing & birdwatching. Lough Tay (23 min) A popular view destination for hikers, this scenic, privately owned lake is surrounded by mountains. Avoca Mount Usher Gardens (23 min) Romantic riverside gardens on the site of a mill, with seasonal flowers, a cafe and shopping area. Avondale Forest (18 min) Woodland of sequoia & eucalyptus with riverside walks, plus cycling routes & picnic tables. Glendalough Cathedral (4 min) Stone ruins of a monastic settlement originally built in the 6th century by St. Kevin. Glendalough Upper Lake (20 min) Picturesque glacial lake with a church accessible by boat, hiking & serene views. Lugnaquilla (37 min) 3,035-ft. mountain peak with a plateau & cliffs, offering views as far as Wales in clear conditions. Great Sugar Loaf (25 min) This iconic 501-m. mountain made up of Cambrian quartzite features steep slopes & scenic views. Powerscourt Waterfall (29 min) 398-ft. waterfall in mountain foothill area with ancient trees, sika deer & rich birdlife. Djouce (46 min) Mountain and climbing Glenmacnass Waterfall (11 min) Waterfall and river Wicklow Mountains National Park (32 min) Mountainous national park of 50,000 acres with lakes, forest and well-maintained walking trails. Clara Lara FunPark (6 min) Amusement park with family-friendly canoeing, water slides & rafting, plus zip lining & mini golf. |