The garden view from Doon Cottage, showcasing the beautiful Kerry landscape

Tending the Cottage Grounds

The 4 acres surrounding Doon Cottage encompass both cultivated garden spaces and natural Kerry countryside, creating a harmonious blend of managed landscape and wild Irish beauty.

The Cottage Garden

Traditional Irish cottage gardens combine practical growing spaces with ornamental plantings. The garden provides both beauty and functionality, featuring plants that thrive in Kerry’s maritime climate while maintaining the authentic cottage garden aesthetic.

The Donkey Field

The historic donkey field represents the cottage’s agricultural heritage, where generations of Irish families kept livestock as part of their rural lifestyle. This open space maintains the cottage’s connection to its farming past while providing expansive views across the Kerry landscape.

Natural Kerry Landscape

Much of the 4-acre property remains in its natural state, showcasing the pristine Irish countryside that has surrounded the cottage for over a century. This untouched landscape provides habitat for local wildlife and preserves the cottage’s rural setting.

Seasonal Care

The grounds require different attention throughout Kerry’s changing seasons:

• Spring brings new growth and planting opportunities
• Summer requires regular maintenance and watering
• Autumn involves preparation for winter weather
• Winter focuses on protection and planning for the coming year

Preserving the Rural Character

All landscape work aims to maintain the cottage’s authentic rural Irish setting, ensuring that the grounds continue to reflect the traditional relationship between Irish cottages and their natural surroundings.

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