Magical paths thread through 18 acres of informal woodlands and gardens with spectacular West Cork coastal views. Huge swathes of bluebells and daffodils in the Spring.Many specimen trees including Liriodendron (the tulip tree), Ginko and a massive Cupressus macrocarpa.
There are unusual plants including the rare and delicate Woodwardia fern near the house. Much of the garden was lovingly tended by Edith Somerville, of Somerville and Ross, who lived in the beautiful slate fronted,18th century family house almost her entire life. Romantic and enchanting.
Special features
No dogs
Directions: The entrance is at the top of Castletownsend village, next to the turn for Tragumna. Large gravel entrance with old iron gates and gate lodge.
GPS: 51.525567; – 9.18869
Contact details
Jane and Tom Somerville
Drishane House
Castletownsend
Skibbereen
Telephone: 028 36126
Email: jane.somerville@hotmail.co.uk
Website: www.drishane.com
Fees and opening times – Garden Trail
Open: Open 11.00am – 3.00pm 15th – 30th of June
Admission: House, garden and museum E.10.00 pp, Senior citizens E.6.00
Garden and museum E.6.00 pp. Children under 6 free
Year round opening
1st – 20th May, 15th – 30th of June and 2nd – 21st October 11.00am – 3.00pm.
Source: West Cork Garden Trail – Visit Profile – Drishane House
