Dugort, Achill Island, Co. Mayo, Ireland

Located on the north side of Achill Island, overlooking Blacksod Bay, Dugort is home to two Blue Flag beaches: the smaller beach is the Silver Strand, situated at the foot of Slievemore mountain, while further east is the vast Golden Strand with its sandy dunes and grasses. Dugort itself is the original tourist destination on Achill, as the Slievemore Hotel (formerly the Achill Mission Hotel, and now private apartments) was established here in 1839. The hotel was just one innovation brought to the area by Protestant colonisers from England, led by the Reverend Edward Nangle. The legacy of The Colony includes St. Thomas's church, the Slievemore hotel, contemporary field systems, and rows of terraced houses.

Today Dugort offers a peaceful beach retreat complimented by a hotel with restaurant, a coffee shop, and a popular bar-restaurant.

Distances

Distance of attractions from Achill Cottages:

Achill Sound village
Shops, pubs, restaurants, cafes, cashpoint (ATM). 3 mins drive. 10 mins walk

Great Western Greenway
Award-winning off-road track for cyclists and walkers, following the old Achill-Westport railway line. 5 mins drive. 15 mins walk. 10 mins cycle.

Keem Bay
Blue Flag beach in spectacular setting. 15-20 mins drive

Keel
3km long Blue Flag beach, freshwater lake, Minaun cliffs. Surfing & other activities available. 10-15 mins drive

Deserted Village
Haunting reminder of times past. 15-20 mins drive

Kildavnet
Granuaille's castle, historic church & cemetery, small harbour on the Atlantic Drive. 5-10 mins drive

Dugort
Two Blue Flag beaches and a historic village. 15-20 mins drive

Dooega
Blue Flag beach in picturesque fishing village on the Atlantic Drive. 15-20 mins drive

Mulranny
Blue Flag beach, golf links, pubs and restaurants. 12-18 mins drive

House of Prayer
3 mins drive. 10 mins walk