Dermott’s guidebook
Food scene
The Old Bank
Davitts QuayWe would highly recommend this restaurant.
Located at the site of the Old Tannery Works which was once a main source of employment in the town of Dungarvan.
This restaurant has a renowned celebrity chef.
45 locals recommend
Tannery
10 Quay StLocated at the site of the Old Tannery Works which was once a main source of employment in the town of Dungarvan.
This restaurant has a renowned celebrity chef.
The Mooring pub and restaurant is a local favourite that specialises in seafood . We would recommend this restaurant but you may have to book early.
48 locals recommend
The Moorings
Davitts QuayThe Mooring pub and restaurant is a local favourite that specialises in seafood . We would recommend this restaurant but you may have to book early.
Indian Ocean Restaurant
Davitts QuayWell established Indian Restaurant located on the Quay.
A very well appointed Chinese Restaurant located on the Quay with a lovely view of the marina.
Ming's Court
Davitts QuayA very well appointed Chinese Restaurant located on the Quay with a lovely view of the marina.
Wonderful café/restaurant situated on the Quay overlooking the harbour.
Very suitable for lunches and coffee breaks
17 locals recommend
Interlude Restaurant
Davitts QuayWonderful café/restaurant situated on the Quay overlooking the harbour.
Very suitable for lunches and coffee breaks
360 Cookhouse
Castle StreetGolfing
This is a golf course for all golfers. Meandering along the estuary the course is relatively level but provides a challenge for all comers.
11 locals recommend
Dungarvan Golf Club
Knocknagranagh CourtThis is a golf course for all golfers. Meandering along the estuary the course is relatively level but provides a challenge for all comers.
Originally a nine hole course but now 18 holes this is the oldest course in Dungarvan. Located on the coast around the old light house this is a wonderful picturesque scenic course.
13 locals recommend
Gold Coast Golf Resort
Gold Coast RoadOriginally a nine hole course but now 18 holes this is the oldest course in Dungarvan. Located on the coast around the old light house this is a wonderful picturesque scenic course.
This course is a real hidden gem located just outside Dungarvan. This is the home course of Seamus Power who plays on the USPGA tour.
8 locals recommend
West Waterford Golf Club
Coolcormuck ValleyThis course is a real hidden gem located just outside Dungarvan. This is the home course of Seamus Power who plays on the USPGA tour.
The Draw Well Golf Simulator and Darts Room.
These facilities are available on the premises by separate arrangement with the Owner
Kilgobnet
The Draw Well Golf Simulator and Darts Room.
These facilities are available on the premises by separate arrangement with the Owner
Leisurely Activities
Just a short distance from the cottage Donna provides riding lesson and trekking in the area surrounding the cottage
Donnas Livery Stables
Just a short distance from the cottage Donna provides riding lesson and trekking in the area surrounding the cottage
There is so much to do in Ardmore. It has the old historic round tower, it has a wonderful beach, and a highly recommended cliff walk.
To relax there are many lovely cafes and the Cliff House Hotel with its wonderful sea views
14 locals recommend
Ardmore Beach
2-6 Cois TráThere is so much to do in Ardmore. It has the old historic round tower, it has a wonderful beach, and a highly recommended cliff walk.
To relax there are many lovely cafes and the Cliff House Hotel with its wonderful sea views
These gardens are old well established gardens in beautiful setting. It is so relaxing to wander through these gardens and forget all of life's stress.
53 locals recommend
Mount Congreve House and Gardens
These gardens are old well established gardens in beautiful setting. It is so relaxing to wander through these gardens and forget all of life's stress.
Tennis, bowling and Children's playground in a beautiful setting on the causeway across the estuary
Causeway Tennis Club
The CausewayTennis, bowling and Children's playground in a beautiful setting on the causeway across the estuary
Fraher Field
See Gaelic games such as hurling and gaelic football being played by local amateurs.
Local pubs
A traditional Irish pub situated in the Square in the heart of Dungarvan Town. This pub has outdoor and indoor dining areas.
24 locals recommend
The Local
11 Grattan SquareA traditional Irish pub situated in the Square in the heart of Dungarvan Town. This pub has outdoor and indoor dining areas.
Merrys Bar & Restaurant
A traditional Irish pub with live music
The Lady Belle
13 Grattan SquareOld Irish pub whose name is linked to Dungarvan's maritime history
Located on the Quay with a lovely view of the Harbour this pub has good food and live music.
13 locals recommend
The Anchor Bar
Located on the Quay with a lovely view of the Harbour this pub has good food and live music.
Neighbourhoods
Kilgobnet
Country Life
Sightseeing
The greenway is along the route of the old railway line from Dungarvan to Waterford and consequently there are no steep climbs.
There are numerous bike hiring outlets in Dungarvan, Abbeyside and Kilmacthomas.
There is beautiful scenery on route with views of the Copper Coast and the Commeragh mountains.
25 locals recommend
Waterford Greenway
Waterford GreenwayThe greenway is along the route of the old railway line from Dungarvan to Waterford and consequently there are no steep climbs.
There are numerous bike hiring outlets in Dungarvan, Abbeyside and Kilmacthomas.
There is beautiful scenery on route with views of the Copper Coast and the Commeragh mountains.
Enjoy the picturesque 21km cycle trail along the heritage blueway towpath from Carrick-on-Suir to Clonmel
Blueway Viewpoint
Enjoy the picturesque 21km cycle trail along the heritage blueway towpath from Carrick-on-Suir to Clonmel
This is within walking distance from the Cottage. The wood can be accessed about 1 mile from the cottage and there are clear paths through the wood to the area of the Wooden Bridge which has a well laid out picnic area on the banks of the Colligan river.
17 locals recommend
Colligan Wood Walks
This is within walking distance from the Cottage. The wood can be accessed about 1 mile from the cottage and there are clear paths through the wood to the area of the Wooden Bridge which has a well laid out picnic area on the banks of the Colligan river.
Set in the lower hills of the Comeragh Mountains this is a beautiful picturesque location.
This is well worth the visit and has much to offer in all seasons.
69 locals recommend
Mahon Falls
Set in the lower hills of the Comeragh Mountains this is a beautiful picturesque location.
This is well worth the visit and has much to offer in all seasons.
Situated in the Comeragh Mountains and easily accessible with car parking available. This walk is best suited to the more energetic but for those who are physically able it is well worth the journey.
23 locals recommend
Coumshingaun Lough
Situated in the Comeragh Mountains and easily accessible with car parking available. This walk is best suited to the more energetic but for those who are physically able it is well worth the journey.
Ardmore with historic Round Tower and wonderful beach and cliffs is a must visit destination.
The Cliff Walks give an breath-taking view of the beach and the local area.
With many craft shops and local art you will not be disappointed.
14 locals recommend
Ardmore Beach
2-6 Cois TráArdmore with historic Round Tower and wonderful beach and cliffs is a must visit destination.
The Cliff Walks give an breath-taking view of the beach and the local area.
With many craft shops and local art you will not be disappointed.
Lismore town on the banks of the Blackwater river is a beautiful scenic small town.
On the approach to the town the Lismore Castle overlooking the river is simply majestic.
42 locals recommend
Lismore Castle(Caisleán an Leasa Mhóir)
Lismore town on the banks of the Blackwater river is a beautiful scenic small town.
On the approach to the town the Lismore Castle overlooking the river is simply majestic.
If you visit Lismore then just a short distance away you can find Ballysaggartmore Towers situated in pleasant woodland walks on the Ballyduff road about 5km from Lismore.
14 locals recommend
Ballysaggartmore Towers
If you visit Lismore then just a short distance away you can find Ballysaggartmore Towers situated in pleasant woodland walks on the Ballyduff road about 5km from Lismore.
A beautiful expansive beach and a very pleasant walk in all seasons.
This is located about 6km from Dungarvan town and about 10km from the cottage.
33 locals recommend
Clonea Beach
A beautiful expansive beach and a very pleasant walk in all seasons.
This is located about 6km from Dungarvan town and about 10km from the cottage.
Helvic head can be seen from the cottage on the other side of Dungarvan Bay.
The small harbour is used by fishing trawlers and you can witness the fishermen returning with their catch every day.
The retuarants in Dungarvan are supplied with fresh fish from Helvic daily.
6 locals recommend
Helvick Head
Helvic head can be seen from the cottage on the other side of Dungarvan Bay.
The small harbour is used by fishing trawlers and you can witness the fishermen returning with their catch every day.
The retuarants in Dungarvan are supplied with fresh fish from Helvic daily.