Knockinaam Lodge

We spent four nights here with our Labrador dog over the Christmas period. The hotel is perfect if you are wanting a quiet getaway with excellent fine-dining food. It is located about two miles down a narrow road which could be difficult to negotiate if arriving in the dark. Once there you have tranquility, sea views and a cove all to yourself. Our room (named Churchill because Winston stayed there) was spacious with entrance area, large bathroom and bedroom with sofa. The views were to the cliffs and sea. The furniture was traditional Victorian and offered plenty of storage. The original Victorian bath is enormous and very comfortable; there is also a modern walk-in shower. The hotel has a small comfortable bar and lounge with welcoming log fire and because there are only ten rooms guests quickly got to know one-another which created a nice social atmosphere. The food was exquisite, the best we have ever eaten and locally sourced with information about the suppliers given. Dinner was a five course tasting menu each evening. The chef was happy to offer alternatives when requested. My only wish was for more vegetables and salad - I craved piles of green stuff by the end of my stay! There are cliff walks with lovely views across to Ireland direct from the hotel. Take walking boots or stout trainers. We also took time to explore the whole peninsula by car which offered lots more beaches and walking opportunities. The hotel staff were all very attentive, efficient and friendly. All in all we would thoroughly recommend Knockinaam - tranquility, sea-air and exceptional food.