Loch Lein Country House Hotel is surrounded by some of the most beautiful countryside in the world. As the rough guide to Ireland describes it:

" If you come to Ireland for the scenery, mountains, sea and the remoteness, you'll find them all in County Kerry. Miles and miles of mountain moor land where the heather and the bracken are broken only by the occasional lake, smooth hills whose fragrant, tussocky grass is covered with sea pinks, speedwells, thrift and campion, and that fragment into jagged rocks as they reach the sea "

Angling

Salmon and trout fishing on The Lakes of Killarney, the river Flesk and the river Laune. Fishing is free on all The Killarney lakes (except Kilbrean) permits are necessary for fishing in the rivers. A licence is required for salmon fishing. Sea angling is available in Dingle, Cahirciveen, Valentia and a number of other centres within easy reach of Killarney. Boat, Gillie, and equipment available by arrangement from adjacent Lake Shore.

Cycling

Cycling is an excellent way to explore and enjoy the splendour of the many beauty spots within The Killarney Valley. The National Park, Ross Castle, Muckross House and Gardens to name but a few. A limited number of bicycles are available free of charge from reception.

Hill walking

There are numerous mountain walks within easy reach of the hotel which are suitable or climbing and hill walking. Before you attenpt to take on Carrauntouhill, Torc Mountain or Mangerton, think safety, inform somebody of your intended route and estimated time of return, not forgetting to report back on your return.

Boating

Boat trips to Innisfallen Island, O'Sullivans Cascade or Ross Castle are available by arrangement at short notice from adjacent Jetty. Row boats are available for hire, with or without a boatman at muckross boathouse or at Ross Castle. There are numerous trips available. All weather cruises depart Ross Castle regularly on lake tours.