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Special Offers West Cork Hotels, West Cork Specials, Macroom Special Offers, Cork Hotel Holiday Package X Home Rooms Mills Inn Twin RoomArchetypeDouble Room Family Room Honeymoon Dining Mills Inn Menus Valentines Menu Communion & Confirmation Menu Mills Inn Pub Weddings Meetings Function Suites Delegate PackagesSupplies& Drinks An Siopa Activities Special Offers BlogWell-nighUs Arrival 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Oct 18 Nov 18 Dec 18 Jan 19 Feb 19 Mar 19 Apr 19 May 19 Jun 19 Jul 19 Aug 19 Sep 19 Departure: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 October 2018 November 2018 December 2018 January 2019 February 2019 March 2019 April 2019 May 2019 June 2019 July 2019 August 2019 September 2019 Adults: 1 2 *Best Rate GuaranteeUnshut↑ Attractions Waterville Golf Links Muckross House and Killarney National Park Kinsale Fota Wildlife Park Gougane Barra Toy Soldier Factory at Prince August Blarney Castle Aqua Dome The Ring of Kerry Golf & Country Club Fishing Cycling Traditional Irish MusicTropical↓ West Cork Activities Macroom Waterville Golf Links Address Waterville Golf Links Waterville Golf Links Waterville, Co. Kerry, Ireland Show route from hotel Show on map Golf at Waterville is a mystical wits – the eyeful of archetype links land, surrounded by the sea, yet forever challenged and shaped by the elements. Over 100 years old, Waterville is rated among the top 5 courses in Ireland and the top 20 links courses in the world. Links golf combines sand dunes gorse and native grasses, firm fairways, sod faced bunkers and subtle putting surfaces all intertwined by the overly waffly weather. Forget the lob wedge. Think tumor and run and creative shot making. Are you ready to walk in the footsteps of Irelands primeval golfers? Muckross House and Killarney National Park Address Muckross House and Killarney National Park Kenmare Road, Mucross, Co.Kerry Show route from hotel Show on map Muckross House is a trappy 19th century Victorian mansion at the heart of the expansive and staggeringly trappy Killarney National Park. The Park itself stretches South and West of the town of Killarney. It is a rugged mountainous region which includes the famous McGillycuddy’s reeks mountain range. The mountains are edged by the majestic Killarney lakes. Muckross House itself lies tropical to the shores of Muckross lake, which reflects the splendour and eyeful of the house and surrounding landscape, magnifying its’ magnificence. The National park has been a designated National Biosphere Reserve since 1981 and contains many features of national and international importance such as the native oakwoods and yew woods together with an zillions of evergreen trees and shrubs and a profusion of bryophytes and lichens which thrive in the summery Killarney climate. The native red deer are unique in Ireland with a presence in the country since the last Ice Age. The Park has myriad walks and trails that guests can explore. Each walk is unique and offers new perspectives of the Park. There is so much to see that one visit is never enough. Visitors can spend the day exploring Muckross house itself, taking a step when in time as they travel through the principal rooms, which are furnished in period style and portray the elegant lifestyle of the nineteenth century landowning class. The gardens surrounding the house are world-renowned and are a must for all visitors no matter what the season. Dotted throughout the grounds of Muckross house is the Muckross Traditional Farms. This allows visitors to wits traditional rural sublet life in 1930’s and 1940’s Ireland. Capturing a glimpse of a forgotten way of life is an wits the whole family can enjoy and learn well-nigh Ireland’s rich past. There are three working farms (small, medium and large), each well-constructed with animals, poultry and machinery. The sublet dwellings are furnished in traditional style, well-constructed with dressers, settlebeds and mealbins. There is moreover a Labourer's Cottage, a Carpenter's Workshop and a Blacksmith's Forge. A small sublet unprepossessing petting zone for the younger members of the family is moreover there, which is sure to bring delight. A small journey through Killarney National Park, injudicious 3 km from the archway to Muckross house, guests can see one of the parks weightier attractions. Torc Waterfall. Taking the trip to see the waterfall is a must for any visitor of Muckross House and Killarney National Park. Climbing the steps near the waterfall will requite you an superstitious view of the park and lakes. It really is scenic and worth the short climb. A trip to Muckross House in Killarney National Park is definitely a must for any guest of The Mills no matter the season.Increasinglyinformation on Killarney National Park and Muckross House can be found here. Kinsale Address Kinsale Kinsale, Co. Cork Show route from hotel Show on map Many of our guests in the Mills Inn are eager to wits the true eyeful of Ireland’s southwest coast. One place stands as a treasure withal the rugged and wild atlantic coast. Kinsale is an idyllic and picturesque seaside town in West Cork. Kinsale is full of quaint old world charm, culture and vibrancy. It is hailed throughout the world as the gourmet wanted of Ireland and with good reason. Throughout the town you will find an ocean of world matriculation restaurants and intimate cafes where you can indulge in some of the finest culinary delights on our pearly untried isle. Kinsale moreover offers incredible traditional pubs and atmospheric wine bars that indulge you to capture the tradition and magic of Irish nightlife.The town is steeped in history and was the location of one of the most dramatic events in Irish history in 1601, The Battle of Kinsale where the English defeated an Irish unwashed resulting in the Flight of the Earls, a monumental moments in the history of Ireland. There are many wonderful historical events and tours in Kinsale throughout the year. A must see witchery for any visitor is Charles Fort situated just outside the town, standing baby-sit over the bay for centuries. It is an impressive and imposing structure that is brought to life by the guided tours. You can find increasingly information on the tours and events that you can wits here.The heart of Kinsale lies in the sea and the love its people have for it. The history and life of the town is infused with the ebb and spritz of the tide. From the yachts and fishing boats that imbricate the horizon and move throughout the harbour, to the wondrous fish on offer in scrutinizingly all restaurants and the scintillating smell of sea air that fills your nostrils, you cannot escape the seas eyeful and effect. Coming to Kinsale all visitors should have the opportunity to fall in love with the sea virtually Kinsale and wits its influence first hand. There are numerous water based activities that you can try. from wend tours and wend hire, sailing, kayaking, fishing, scuba diving and a plethora of other water based activities. A list of some of the water activities can be found here. For golfing enthusiasts Kinsale is a oasis and boasts of one of the world’s weightier golf courses at The Old Head of Kinsale Golf Links. Players from wideness the globe frequent this sectional club. For many golfers it is a milestone in their playing career that they must reach. It is a spectacular wits set versus a scenic scenery of the wild atlantic sea. It will be a memory that will live on long without the final putt is satisfyingly made. Fota Wildlife Park Address Fota Wildlife Park Fota Wildlife Park, Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork, Ireland Show route from hotel Show on map For guests of The Mills Inn looking for venture and an incredible day of outdoor fun for the whole family squint no remoter than Fota Wild Park, Ireland’s wildest attraction. Situated tropical to Cobh and only a very short trip from Cork City, Fota Wildlife Park is a day that the whole family will enjoy. Exciting, educational and fun Fota Wildlife Park is an wondrous experience. You can spend myriad hours strolling through the huge grounds stuff mesmerised by the variety of exotic animals who undeniability the Park home. From cheetahs to giraffes, from monkeys to zebras and everything else in between it truly is a remarkable experience. The minute you step through the gates your are transported to a new worlds and forget you are merely ten minutes outside Cork City. There is a new member of the Fota Wildlife family... the trappy Sumatran Tiger. This fabled unprepossessing has arrived in Fota as part of the new Asian sanctuary stuff created in Fota and is sure to be a favourite of the Park. Don’t miss your endangerment to see this incredible creature up tropical and learn all well-nigh where it came from, as well as all the other animals.With wide unshut spaces, scenic picnic areas and wonderful cafes and souvenir shops, the whole family will not want to leave and many will stay right up to latter time trying to squeeze in one last squint of their favourite animal. Be sure to trammels out the cheetah run and take a train journey through the park. They are traditions of every visit! To learn increasingly well-nigh the Park, what animals undeniability it home and how to typesetting tickets, trammels out their website. Gougane Barra Address Gougane Barra Ballingeary, Macroom, West Cork, Ireland Show route from hotel Show on map Gougane Barra is a very special place, one which any of our guests in The Mills who spent time there will attest to. Gougane Barra was Ireland’s first National Park when it opened to the public in 1966. This contributes profoundly to the reputation which Gougane Barra has as an zone of wild and trappy scenery. The magnificent Forest Park covers an zone of over 400 hectares (1,000 acres). The unshortened zone is covered in lush, warmed-over forests that visitors can explore thanks to the many trappy walks scattered throughout the Park. Nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts will bask in the natural splendour and well-healed wildlife that covers every inch of the Park. Packing a picnic is moreover a must as there are many enchanting spots amongst the many walking routes where you can relax and revel in the surroundings. Why not talk to the team at The Mills during your stay well-nigh arranging a pack lunch for your day of adventure. Our supplies is succulent and tastes just as good outside. For the increasingly energetic and adventurous, there are many increasingly challenging walks ascending the slopes and hills throughout Gougane Barra. While the walks may at times be nonflexible the scenic views of the unshortened Park once you reach the top is a moment of pure eyeful and appreciation.The River Lee rises here in Gougane Barra and flows through trappy scenery to reach Cork Harbour without a loftiness of approximately 50 km. There is a tiny island in the lake at Gougane Barra unfluctuating to the shore by a causeway. It was here that St. Finbarr, patron saint of Cork, founded his early Christian monastery, surpassing moving lanugo the River Lee to establish a monastery at what is now St. Finbarr's Cathedral in Cork City. There is a small, intimate denomination on the island in this trappy and serene location yonder from the hustle & precipitance of daily life. Travellers have come from wideness the world to enjoy the peace and tranquility that the denomination and lake offer. It is a solemn wits that allows visitors time to remove themselves from the stresses of normal life, reflect and enjoy the silence amongst nature. The denomination itself is a very popular for intimate weddings and a number of The Mills guests who indulge us share in their joy by hosting their special day, hold their recurrence in the denomination first. Information well-nigh The Mills Wedding Offers can be found on our website. Toy Soldier Factory at Prince August Address Toy Soldier Factory at Prince August Kilnamartyra, Co.Cork Show route from hotel Show on map The Toy Soldier Factory is one of Ireland's weightier subconscious secrets. It is only 15mins momentum from The Mills Inn Hotel in the trappy village of Kilnamartyra. The family owned Toy Soldier Factory has been established in Ireland since 1976 and has grown to wilt a place of fondness for everyone who is lucky to visit it.A trip to the factory is both an educational and fun wits for all the family. The Factory produces hundreds of variegated woebegone vulcanised rubber moulds that indulge you, the customer, to tint your own model soldiers, chess sets and other figures and animals in metal as many times as you wish.The Toy Soldier Factory is Europe’s only Toy Soldier Factory and is one of the largest in the world. Thousands of tourists every year visit the Toy Soldier Factory and wits first-hand how to tint and paint a miniature in their 30mins or 60mins workshops which are held daily from 10am to 4pm daily 7 days a week.The souvenir shop is filled with hand painted soldiers and themed chess sets from many time periods in history as well as fantasy creatures, plane jolly little leprechauns. The Visitor Centre moreover has an impressive hodgepodge of gorgeous jewellery, statues, pewter, silver, pottery, glass and leather giftware from many local Irish artists. Opening times are from 9am - 5pm Mon-Fri - Saturdays & Sundays 10am-5pm. An insight into the Toy Soldier Factory can be seen here. Blarney Castle Address Blarney Castle Blarney, Co. Cork Show route from hotel Show on map Blarney Castle is a very popular tourist witchery and luckily is only a short momentum from The Mills. Blarney Castle was built nearly six hundred years ago by one of Ireland's greatest chieftains, Cormac MacCarthy. Over the last few hundred years, millions have flocked to Blarney, making it a world landmark and one of Ireland's greatest treasures.Whenever someone thinks of Blarney Castle, they think of the Blarney Stone. For over 200 years, world statesmen, literary giants, and celebrities have joined the millions of pilgrims and tourists climbing the steps to kiss the Blarney Stone and proceeds the souvenir of eloquence or ‘TheSouvenirof the Gab’ as it is fondly known as. Judging by the the outlandish tales and eccentric discussions that can be heard in The Mills at any time of the day we are sure a number of our locals and guests have kissed the fabled stone increasingly than once. RockTropicalin Blarney Castle is an enchanting place where nature and art combine to create a magical experience. Full of unique designs and points of natural beauty, we would urge any visitor to spend some time in the RockTropicaland gaze in awe at the huge Dolmen, manoeuvre virtually the wishing steps, let your imagination take hold as you squint upon the sacrificial yo-yo of the warmed-over Druids or stand solemnly in their warmed-over circle. There is plane legends of fairies in the marrow of the garden. Some people in The Mills have plane personal to see them.Blarney Castle and the surrounding attractions are engulfed in mannerly gardens.Withouttouring the castle, kissing the stone and exploring the Rock Close, take the time to wander through all the gardens enjoying the picturesque scenes. It will make the day plane increasingly perfect. Aqua Dome Address Aqua Dome Dan Spring Road, Tralee, Co. Kerry Show route from hotel Show on map If you want to make a splash during your stay, squint no remoter than the Aqua Dome in Tralee. The Aqua Dome is one of Ireland’s largest indoor water worlds and attracts people from all over the country. It is a day of fun, play and relaxation. The Aqua Dome offers tropical temperatures all year round and is a unconfined day out for all the family. No matter if it is lashing rain or icy cold, you will stay warm inside, swimming and splashing without a superintendency in the world. It is overcrowded with heady features that captures the imagination of both child and sultana alike. The Aqua Dome is fun for swimmers & non-swimmers, so don’t think you need to sit out any of the excitement. Some of the wondrous things on offer include; Swim with the currentSurf the WavesWrestle the River RapidsRelax in the Lazy RiverRide the Sky High FlumePlunge lanugo the Outdoor Falling RapidsEnjoy the Whirlpool spas, Bubble seat, Sprays, Cannons, Gushers, Geysers, Children's pools, Spa poolsSituated in tralee it is only a small car ride from The Mills and promises to be a fantastic part of your stay. Take the plunge and trammels out a little increasingly well-nigh the Aqua Dome on their website. The Ring of Kerry Golf & Country Club Address The Ring of Kerry Golf & Country Club Templenoe, Kenmare, Co. Kerry Show route from hotel Show on map The History of The Ring of Kerry Golf & Country ClubThat such a superb Irish golf undertow exists today is due entirely to the vision of a young man from Templenoe, Donal O'Shea. Donal, whose parents originally owned the land upon which the undertow is built, saw the potential to create what he hoped would wilt an internationally renowned fixture. That vision has been turned into reality but tragically Donal was killed in a car crash surpassing his dream came true.His partner, Dominic Reid, an international financier, unfurled the concept and brought Tommy McNicholas and the McNicholasVisitorinto the partnership to form a new company, Trentdale, to manage the project. Eddie Hackett, Ireland's famous undertow designer, was scheduled and The Ring of Kerry Golf & Country Club came into being.When construction started it was soon discovered that most of the land lay on top of a large peat bog. It was decided that the only way to construct the undertow was to import 250,000 tons of sand and build on top of the peat. This has resulted in "The Ring" having fairways that resemble a links type undertow but the greens are holding and the Provident Grass ensures a magnificent putting surface all year round.Eddie Hackett passed yonder during the construction period and Trentdale employed flipside designer to shape the greens. This was not a success as they were remarkably severe, rimming on unfair. As a result the undertow opened in 1998 to poor reviews and the owners, Trentdale, had to reshape some 14 greens under the supervision of that unconfined American designer, Ron Kirby who had just completed the Old Head of Kinsale.In 2003, Universal Golf Consulting Ltd took a lease on the management of the course, which lasted up until the end of the 2008 season, to when the owners once then picked up the reigns. Trentdale, with the valuables of McNicholas Construction, will protract to ensure the future of the Ring of Kerry Golf & Country Club, with the aim of remoter enhancing its facilities and indeed enviable reputation! Fishing Address Fishing Lough Lein, Killarney, County Kerry Show route from hotel Show on map The Mills Inn Ballyvourney is a fisherman’s hotel, wonderfully situated in the trappy south west of Cork and Kerry where there are zaftig fishing river and lakes for the experienced and not experienced fisherman.The Mills Inn is a family owned Hotel and Don himself is a keen fly fisherman and has fished in International Competitions and can moreover be you personal guide withal with our experienced in house fishing guides.Angling in Cork and Kerry is a very special experience. It is an zone of spectacular eyeful with over 1000 kilometers of coastline ranging from rugged inlets to sweeping bays, over a hundred fishable Loughs and miles upon miles of superb salmon, sea trout and brown trout Rivers. Wild brown trout abound, they may not be the biggest in Ireland but our fisheries hold some of the most prolific stocks in Europe.The pristine rivers and lakes in South West Ireland are rich in both Game and Coarse species and are enhanced by Irelands reservation and release policies.Names of most popular lake locally:Lough Lein in Killarney, County Kerry, is on our doorstep and unshut from February to October for brown trout, salmon and sea trout fishing, the Mills Inn Hotel has boats here, moored at the famous Ross Castle. Other lakes in the South West include: Caragh Lake for brown trout and salmon; Lough Currane for brown trout, sea trout and salmon.Names of most popular river locally:River fishing in the South West of Ireland includes the Sullane river which is on our doorstep and has a fantastic stock of brown trout. There are six salmon rivers within half an hour: in Kerry the rivers Flesk, Laune and the Roughty, in Cork the rivers Bandon, Lee and the Blackwater river.Day permits can be bought for all the whilom rivers - prices on requestAt the Mills Inn Anglers will find a tackle room, drying room and freezer facilitiesThe Mills Bar, is the perfect place without a days fishing to wits the true traditional Irish village life and values. A place to relax.Unconfinedfood, unconfined undercurrent and traditional music sessions. A place where you will find a true Irish welcome of hospitality and friendship where you can relax and be yourself.We take unconfined pride in our traditional Irish music nights with local musicians often joined by hotel guests from far and wide – So why not join us where there is unchangingly a warm welcome,a seat by the fire a place where you can unveil all your fishing stories. Cycling Address Cycling Various Locations in Kerry & Cork Show route from hotel Show on map Apart from our mythological local routes, there are plenty of cycling routes virtually the Cork / Kerry Region in the South West of Ireland. Whether renting bicycles for a leisurely trundling virtually the zone or taking a guided velocipede tour through the countryside of both Co. Cork and Kerry we can help you unify your trip and itinerary.Secure velocipede shed available.The Ring of Kerry Cycling RouteThe Ring of Kerry Cycling Route is famous worldwide for its archaeological treasures, scenic scenery and mannerly hospitality.The route itself is approximately 216KM and may take several days to complete.The route is divided into sections:Day 1: Killarney - Kenmare: 42kmDay 2: Kenmare - Sneem: 30kmDay 3: Sneem - Waterville: 35kmDay 4: Waterville - Portmagee: 29kmDay 5: Portmagee - Cahersiveen via Valentia Island: 16kmDay 6: Caherciveen - Killorglin: 42kmDay 7: Killorglin - Killarney: 22kmwww.cycling-adventures.com, are an Irish velocipede tour company, offering venture guided velocipede tours through the scenic countryside of Counties Cork and Kerry, southwest Ireland.Bike Rentals in CorkQuinlans Rent-a-bike teachers based in Cork City offer daily and weekly rates for renting bicycles.Paddy's Rent - A - Bike, KerryPaddy's Rent - A -Velocipedein the centre of Dingle town has a large range of quality bikes for rent, by the day, week or longer +353 (0)66 9152311 Traditional Irish Music Address Traditional Irish Music Macroom, Cork Show route from hotel Show on map Ballyvourney/Coolea is the home village of Sean O'Riada, as well as numerous other Irish musicians, poets, songwriters and artists. This Gaeltacht village takes pride in its language heritage and traditional music.Traditional Music séisuns are a regular full-length at the Mills Inn Macroom from Thursday to Sunday, although impromptu sessions can occur at anytime. Every Thursday night in "the pure drop" séisun, Séan O'Riada's son Peadar, Connie O'Connell and friends plays the weightier of traditional Irish music in the bar til late.Live Music every Saturday Night - 9.30pm Till LateOur local ionad cultúrtha (Cultural Centre) in Ballyvourney, Macroom offers entertainment for all month including traditional Irish musicians, bands and plays. www.ionadculturtha.ieIn the town of Macroom itself, there is the Briery Gap Cultural Centre, www.brierygap.com Sitemap Links Contact Us Trip Advisor Directions Car Rental Blog As Gaeilge NewsletterSouvenirVouchers The Mills Inn info@millsinn.ie T:+353 (026) 45237 F:+353 (026) 45454TypesettingNowUndeniabilityUs Location Offers Main Menu We use cookies to requite you the weightier possible wits on our site. By standing to use the site you stipulate to our use of cookies.Tropical