Location: Russagh, Skibbereen,
County Cork
Contact: Shawn
Phone: 353 (0) 28 22451
Fax: 353 (0) 28 22988
Email: milladventures@gmail.com
Web site: www.russaghmillhostel.com
Open: April- November
Rates: dorm room : 15 euros per
person
private double room: 20
family room: 60 euros
single private room: 30 euros
Directions: From Cork City or Kerry, take the N71 to Skibbereen through the town to the roundabout on Baltimore Road. Take a left on roundabout. Russagh Mill Hostel is located one mile out the Castletownshend Road on left-hand side.
Description Provided By Hostel:
Russagh Mill Hostel is Board Failte approved accommodation on the Wild Atlantic Way. Stay in a beautiful 200 year old grain mill converted into a meeting hub for outdoor enthusiasts and backpackers in a quite rural setting just 1 1/2 km from the market town of Skibbereen in the heart of West Cork, Ireland. Offering accommodation in shared dormitories or private double / family rooms (double bed and bunk bed). Catering for individuals, small and large groups. There are lots of comfortable common rooms with free Wifi & a large kitchen for self catering as well as a conference and games rooms. Ample safe parking is available on site for free. There is a large communal terrace with barbeque and sofas. Also a wide range of activities are available for all ages through our adventure centre including archery, raft building, wall climbing and orienteering. Group bookings welcome. We look forward to your visit!
Amenities:
-adventure activities offered such as
canoeing at nearby Lough Ine and
climbing and abseiling, ideal for
active families
-unique setting in an old corn mill
-friendly and welcoming atmosphere
-private kayak instruction
(25 euros per person)
-free bed linen
-fully-equipped self-catering kitchen
-continental breakfasts available upon
request
-wireless Internet
-family rooms available
-free shower
-group bookings accepted out of season
-bicycle hire nearby
-car park on site
-Adventure Week Program - four days
for 8-15 year olds in July and August
The Main Adventure Activities
include: kayaking, climbing, abseiling,
orienteering, archery, team challenge,
raft building, snorkeling, fun and
games throughout the week.
-Method of payment: cash or cheque
Things To Do In The Area:
-snorkeling
-kayaking
-bicycling
-visit Cape Clear Island
-visit Sherkin Island
-visit Famine Heritage Center
-visit Lissard Garden (in walking distance)
-take dolphin and whale tour
-horseback riding
-visit pubs and shops in nearby
Skibereen
-take a ferry to one of the nearby
islands
-walk through fields to town
