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<p> Superyacht Scout owned by US billionaire James Berwind in Kinsale. Mr Berwind has bought several properties in Kinsale costing a total of €16m. Picture: Kinsale Deep Sea Angling</p>

economy

How Kinsale became a hotspot for the super-rich as billionaires reshape the south coast

As billionaire buyers acquire landmark homes and push prices skyward, long-time residents say Kinsale’s character and affordability are slipping away

<p>Kinsale, Co Cork, where a quarter of the current available homes available for purchase are priced in excess of €1m. Picture Dan Linehan</p>

residential

Is Kinsale Ireland’s most expensive town to buy a home in 2025?

<p>Coolmain Castle, near Kinsale, is a €7.5m property attractomg significant international interest; a handful of viewings have taken place so far. Picture: Niamh Whitty</p>

development and construction

Why wealthy international buyers are snapping up high-end homes in Kinsale

Kinsale: For great natural produce, accommodation and fun things to do

Kinsale: For great natural produce, accommodation and fun things to do

Balance work and play by the sea, with tasteful treats in Kinsale

Balance work and play by the sea, with tasteful treats in Kinsale

Kinsale cuisine, famous for a good reason

Kinsale cuisine, famous for a good reason

St Catherine’s, keeping culture centre stage in Kinsale

St Catherine’s, keeping culture centre stage in Kinsale

"The performers love the space, and many of them return to play here again," says Alice de la Cour of St Catherine’s Cultural Centre, Kinsale

Wed, 25 Jun, 2025

Jack and Fionn, committed to circular economy ideals

Jack and Fionn, committed to circular economy ideals

For childhood friends Jack Norman and Fionn McCarthy, their Zirkulu odyssey began in December 2020 in Kinsale

Wed, 25 Jun, 2025

Award-winning museum brings the Lusitania story to life

Award-winning museum brings the Lusitania story to life

‘The Story So Far: 10 Years of the Lusitania Museum and Old Head Signal Tower’ celebrates a decade since the Old Head Signal Tower restoration has become an award-winning visitor attraction

Wed, 25 Jun, 2025

Actons Hotel Kinsale and The Trident Hotel Kinsale: Coastal luxury in Ireland

Actons Hotel Kinsale and The Trident Hotel Kinsale: Coastal luxury in Ireland

Treat yourself to an experience that will live long in your memory with a break in Actons Hotel Kinsale and The Trident Hotel Kinsale

Tue, 02 Jul, 2024

Kinsale continues to live among the global elite of hot property markets

S Kinsale continues to live among the global elite of hot property markets

Kinsale ticks every ‘desirability’ box outlined in any wishlist, plus is a start-end point of the Wild Atlantic Way, says Tommy Barker, Property Editor

Sun, 30 Jun, 2024

Kinsale Living e-paper, 48 pages of interviews and beautiful images

Kinsale Living e-paper, 48 pages of interviews and beautiful images

Flick through 48 pages of interviews and insights about life in Kinsale, the iconic village loved by people in Ireland and the wider world

Sun, 30 Jun, 2024

Romantic tale at the heart of Blacks Brewing & Distilling

Romantic tale at the heart of Blacks Brewing & Distilling

Maudeline Black bought her husband Sam a home brewing kit for Valentine's Day — in 2013, they started a brewery and later a distillery

Sat, 29 Jun, 2024

Cosy Café: You’d be barking mad not to visit!

Cosy Café: You’d be barking mad not to visit!

Kinsale's dog-friendly café uses only the finest of local ingredients to bring their dishes to life

Sat, 29 Jun, 2024

Ireland's most desirable address? Premium prices for homes in Kinsale

S Ireland's most desirable address? Premium prices for homes in Kinsale

Property Editor Tommy Barker looks at the reasons why Kinsale continue to have huge appeal for Irish and overseas house buyers

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

Naturally Balanced: your path to health and wellness

Naturally Balanced: your path to health and wellness

Naturally Balanced is a company in Kinsale producing a natural plant-based, chemical-free skincare range designed to feed your skin from the outside in

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

Excitement is building for Dragon Gold Cup 2024

Excitement is building for Dragon Gold Cup 2024

The Dragon Gold Cup has evolved over many years, starting as a timber-built boat, and there will be some classic Dragons on show this year

Wed, 26 Jun, 2024

Pages of Kinsale food, festivals, property in our e-magazine

Pages of Kinsale food, festivals, property in our e-magazine

Flick through the 48 pages of our Kinsale Living magazine for all the latest news and views on life in the iconic seaside resort

Tue, 04 Jul, 2023

Meeran's magic menu, a rare treat in Kinsale

Meeran's magic menu, a rare treat in Kinsale

Chef Meeran Gani Manzoor has worked in some of the finest restaurants across the world, and is now using his experience to wow Kinsale

Mon, 03 Jul, 2023

Kinsale, haven of finest food

Kinsale, haven of finest food

Kinsale’s diverse culinary scene is a major draw for returning visitors. With close to forty independent cafes, bars, bistros and restaurants alone to dine in, any intrepid foodie will find much to sate even the most voracious of appetites.

Sun, 02 Jul, 2023

Historic St Catherine's is adding another cultural string to Kinsale

Historic St Catherine's is adding another cultural string to Kinsale

The newly remodelled venue is set to host art exhibitions, concerts, theatre productions and much more

Sun, 02 Jul, 2023

Kinsale Ghost Tours: Tall tales that go bump in night

Kinsale Ghost Tours: Tall tales that go bump in night

This tourist favourite in Kinsale has been drawing crowds for over two decades

Sat, 01 Jul, 2023

Kinsale homes fetching top prices

Kinsale homes fetching top prices

The past 18 months has seen exceptional prices paid in Kinsale’s highest end of the market

Sat, 01 Jul, 2023

Black's beauty: Kinsale brewers unveil stunning new complex

Black's beauty: Kinsale brewers unveil stunning new complex

Black's of Kinsale provide a sneak peek at their new brewery and distillery which will soon be open to visitors

Sat, 01 Jul, 2023

Kinsale rock scene proves the kids really are alright

Kinsale rock scene proves the kids really are alright

Fresh off their Glastonbury success, The Love Buzz are inspiring their hometown's next generation of musicians

Sat, 01 Jul, 2023

Cosy Café: You’d be barking mad not to visit!

Cosy Café: You’d be barking mad not to visit!

Kinsale's dog-friendly café uses only the finest of local ingredients to bring their dishes to life

Fri, 30 Jun, 2023

'A nod to the harbour and to change': Sea themes inspire Kinsale Arts Weekend

'A nod to the harbour and to change': Sea themes inspire Kinsale Arts Weekend

The popular festival is running from July 6 — 9 with a jampacked programme

Fri, 30 Jun, 2023

There’s a lot of money tied up in Kinsale, and not just on the water

There’s a lot of money tied up in Kinsale, and not just on the water

Property websites Myhome and Daft currently have over a dozen active listings at ‘excess €1m' in Kinsale

Fri, 30 Jun, 2023

Kinsale Men's Shed is a haven for all seasons

Kinsale Men's Shed is a haven for all seasons

Almost 70 men are members of the local Shed, helping the group to do invaluable work for the Kinsale community

Thu, 29 Jun, 2023

Kinsale's unique universal appeal

Kinsale's unique universal appeal

"The European and indeed worldwide appeal of Kinsale continues at pace," say property experts

Thu, 29 Jun, 2023

Your A-to-Z of great food options in Kinsale

Your A-to-Z of great food options in Kinsale

Discover some of the best cuisine Ireland has to offer in this stunning coastal town

Thu, 29 Jun, 2023