The historic donkey field, part of Doon Cottage’s 4-acre grounds

The Donkey Field

The donkey field represents an essential part of Doon Cottage’s agricultural heritage, where generations of Irish families kept livestock as part of their traditional rural lifestyle.

Agricultural Heritage

This open pasture land connects the cottage to its farming past, when the Foley family and other residents relied on small-scale agriculture and livestock keeping for their livelihood. The field maintains the cottage’s authentic connection to Irish rural traditions.

Natural Kerry Landscape

The field showcases the pristine Irish countryside that has surrounded the cottage for over a century. This pastoral landscape provides expansive views across Kerry’s rolling hills and maintains the cottage’s rural setting.

Wildlife Habitat

The field serves as natural habitat for local Kerry wildlife, supporting native plants, birds, and small animals that are part of the region’s ecosystem. This untouched landscape preserves the area’s biodiversity.

Seasonal Management

The field requires different care throughout Kerry’s changing seasons:

• Spring brings new grass growth and wildflower blooms
• Summer may require occasional maintenance to prevent overgrowth
• Autumn sees natural preparation for winter dormancy
• Winter allows the land to rest and regenerate

Preserving the Rural Character

All field management aims to maintain the cottage’s authentic rural Irish setting, ensuring that this open space continues to reflect the traditional relationship between Irish cottages and their agricultural surroundings.

Views and Setting

The field provides the cottage with its characteristic rural views and open setting, essential elements that define the authentic Irish cottage experience and connect visitors to the landscape’s agricultural heritage.

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