Keem Bay Achill Island, Co. Mayo, Ireland

Located at the western tip of Achill Island - and therefore one of the most westerly points in Europe - Keem Bay is more than worth the journey over a breathtaking clifftop road. It features a perfect horseshoe bay, with a beautifuly sandy beach flanked by dramatic cliffs and at the head of a spectacular valley. The Blue Flag beach at Keem is perfect for snorkelling or scuba diving, its crystal clear waters revealing a variety of fish and sealife. The cliffs on the western side of the valley provide on of the most exhilarating clifftop walks in Ireland, stretching back to Achill Head. On the eastern side, the slopes rise up to meet Croaghaun mountain, which has a peak of 668m and which has Europe's highest sea cliffs on its northern face.

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