Skip to content

About Shealane Country House

Stunning scenery from the Kerry Mountains to the wild Atlantic Ocean, surround Shealane Country House on Valentia Island, within walking distance of Portmagee village on the mainland, the main departure point for the boat trip to the world famous Skellig Rocks, now an UNESCO heritage site.

Boat trips organised to the Skellig Rocks for our guests and all other activities on the island and the surrounding area. We endeavour to inform all our guests of all there is to do and see ,complimentary local maps available.

Mary and Jim welcome you to share the Island experience while staying in our 4* rated Failte Ireland Registered bed and breakfast, we are privileged to be surrounded by stunning scenery from the Kerry Mountains to the wild Atlantic Ocean ideally located on beautiful Valentia Island off the South West Coast of County Kerry,on the scenic Skellig Ring adjacent to the Ring of Kerry, Facilities in each bright spacious room include en-suite, king size beds, tea/coffee,22″ tv with soar view channels, CD/clock radio, local information folder, complimentary toiletries, face cloths, bottle water, all rooms are individually decorated with sea, mountain and garden views. We have free off street private parking, free unlimited WIFI in all rooms

Our prices include our extensive breakfast menu,which includes full Irish Breakfast made with as much local produce as possible and also the following French Toast served with Grilled Irish Bacon and maple syrup or plain with syrup Shealane Toastie's which is grilled cheddar cheese , ham and pineapple or tomato Grilled wild atlantic kippers with scramble,poached or hard boiled egg, Pancakes with Irish bacon or Irish sausage with maple syrup, Plus a few extras all served with our cold buffet selection Tea, freshly brewed filter coffee and Mary's homemade brown bread.

valentiaIsland

Valentia Island

Just 7 miles drive off the Ring of Kerry road, and 1 mile from the car ferry to the Island, Valentia Island is probably Kerry’s best-kept secret

Learn More

4* rated Bed & Breakfast

Mary and Jim welcome you to share the Island experience while staying in our 4* rated Failte Ireland Registered bed and breakfast, we are privileged to be surrounded by stunning scenery from the Kerry Mountains to the wild Atlantic Ocean.

shealaneLivingRoom
breakfast

Localy Grown Produce

Our prices include our extensive breakfast menu, which includes full Irish Breakfast made with as much local produce as possible.

"Jim and Mary are truly amazing hosts.
Guest rooms and bathrooms are very clean. Breakfast was delicious- hot and hearty for my husband and fruit and yogurt for me. Breakfast room all windows and looking out over to beautiful Portmagee. Would definitely return to this little gem!"

View all stories

"A million thanks to Mary and Jim for the marvelous accommodation and excellent food. We felt so at home in this gorgeous home surrounded by the best views."

View all stories

We stayed 5 nights at this charming bed and breakfast. It is sparkling clean with a wonderful breakfast included. The hosts, Jim and Mary, could not have been more warm and friendly. "

View all stories