Duncannon, Waterford Harbour, County Wexford.

Duncannon, Waterford Harbour, County Wexford.  Property 11512

Located half a mile from the picturesque village of Duncannon and only a stroll from the fabulous blue flag beach this property is perfect for a family getaway. The property is comfortable and fully equipped to give you a real home from home feeling with tennis courts and a children's playground only 200 yards away. Duncannon offers a large array of pubs and restaurants with varied cuisine many of which have traditional music on offer.

Shop. Pub. Restaurant 880 yards. Beach 200 yards.

GF: lounge, kitchen/diner, utility room, double with ensuite shower room. FF: double, twin with single sofa bed, bathroom.

Electricity and oil central heating included, open fire with starter pack, linen and towels included, cot, high chair, stair gate, dvd player, CD, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, w/machine, dryer, deck chairs, hairdryer, alarm clock, uk tv channels, fully enclosed garden, decked area, garden furniture, locked shed available for storage. Small pets welcome.

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For a perfect break, ideal for singles, couples or families a like, in a peaceful picturesque surrounding. No need to drive anywhere - everything is seconds from your doorstep. If relaxation, beautiful scenery and a perfect beach is what your after, well you've found it. Also, in the village a new internet cafe has opened in Duncannon Fort.

Food/Entertainment
The local pubs/restaurants are welcoming and a very good standard and also family friendly. 'The Strand Tavern' and 'Roche's' are both just a few minutes walk from the house. There is often entertainment on in both pubs, or if you just want to see 'the match' on a Saturday afternoon, there's no better place. There are also a couple of Cafe’s in the village. For a more formal restaurant you have Squigl’s in the village. For more gourmet tastes, there are a number of other high quality restaurants within 5km e.g. Aldridge Lodge and award winning restaurant Dunbrody Country House Hotel.

Nearest shop/pub/restaurant in the village 800 yards.
Nearest supermarket/ATM/butchers/deli/off-licence, Londis in Ramsgrange, 3km.
Nearest large town: New Ross 23kms, approx 30 mins driving time
Wexford 37kms, approx 40 mins driving time
Waterford 17kms, approx 25 mins driving time (via Ferry Ballyhack/Passage East)

Travel
Car recommended to make best use of sight-seeing and activities in this area.
Nearest Port: Rosslare (50kms), approx 45 mins driving time.
Dublin Port approx 160kms
Dun Laoghaire (South Dublin) approx 150kms
Nearest airports: Waterford (20kms), approx 25 mins driving time
Dublin (160kms), approx 2.5/3 hours driving time

Sight-seeing
There is plenty to see and do in the area. You have Hook Head Lighthouse, Dunbrody Famine Ship, Wexford Heritage Park, JFK Arboretum, Kennedy Homestead and the Kilmokea Gardens.
16th Century Duncannon Fort is the local historical interest and is open to visitors from June to September daily. It has a Maritime Museum, Cockleshell Art Gallery, a small craft shop and a coffee shop.

Other Activities
Kite Surfing
Kite-surfing lessons and equipment are available from Duncannon Beach. Day trips are available out to sea, for fishing or whale-watching off Hook Head.
Golf
Choice of Golf Courses within easy driving distance, some very family friendly, some challenging. There is family friendly golf available nearby at The Abbey Par 3 Golf Course (approx 4 miles), Scarke Golf, New Ross, Faithlegg, St Helen's Bay Golf Resort, Rosslare, Wexford, Waterford Castle, and others.

Festivals in the area
DUNCANNON SAND SCULPTING FESTIVAL
This annual event is being held from 10th-12th August 2012. International artists sculpt from sand on Duncannon beach and lots of activities over three days, including sand-castle competitions, tug-o-war, kiddies’ painting wall, and other activities. First night always opens with a great Beach Party and Fireworks.
DUNCANNON FORT ANNUAL MILITARY VEHICLE RE-ENACTMENT - June 2nd-3rd 2012
Re-enactors from the middle ages through to the present times will be in attendance along with military vehicles from a number of different eras.

Many different re-enactments will take place: medieval archers & foot soldiers will put on a show; Redcoats and united Irishmen will re-live their period; The American War of Independence, Great War, Irish troops of the London Irish Rifles and The WW2 German Army of Battle Group South will all be represented.

Irish troops of the period 1935-41 will be on hand to keep an eye out for any sign of invasion, which may present itself in the form of troops from the London Irish Rifles!

Walking, Tennis, Football Pitch, Fishing - Sea, Childrens Playground 200 yards. Traditional Music ½ miles. Golf 20 miles.

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