Roundstone


Roundstone (Cloch na Ron – Rock of the Seals)

This lovely village, at the foot of Errisbeg mountain, on the west side of Roundstone Bay, was founded in the early 19th century by the celebrated Scottish engineer Alexander Nimmo.

Today it is a quiet holiday resort, beloved by artists and botanists. In recent years it has also benefited from a conscious attempt by the Industrial Development Authority (IDA) to blend in a number of small scale industries into a rural setting through the provision of craft workshops. Housed in the IDA craft workshop is well known Bodhran maker Malachy Kearns who can be seen making these ancient drums made from Goatskin.

Errisbeg mountain towers over the village. Its easy ascent rewards the climber with a truly magnificent view of the lake-dotted countryside to the north and the fine seascapes in other directions.

On the Ballyconneely road, about 3 km from Roundstone, are the beautiful sandy beaches of Dog’s Bay (Port na Feadoige – bay of the plover) and Gurteen Bay, and others.

Select attractions and activities in Roundstone below:



Bluewater Gifts & Crafts

Bluewater Gifts & Crafts

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Bluewater Gifts & Crafts

Offering a selection of unique Irish Gifts,Crafts keep sakes from the beautiful Roundstone Village! We… Read More

+353 95 35797



Gurteen Bay Caravan Holiday Park

Gurteen Bay Caravan Holiday Park

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Gurteen Bay Caravan Holiday Park

We are located in one of Ireland’s most picturesque and serene spots. A stones throw… Read More

+353 95 35882



Roundstone Music and Crafts

Roundstone Music and Crafts

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Roundstone Music and Crafts

Roundstone Music and Crafts lies within the walls of an old Franciscan monastery in Roundstone… Read More

+353 95 35875



Roundstone Sea Angling

Roundstone Sea Angling

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Roundstone Sea Angling

Roundstone village is one of the most attractive small fishing villages in the west of… Read More

+353 87 2871012