Cover story: Get an eyeful of Blind Harbour in West Cork

Union Hall, West Cork €795,000

WEST Cork is blessed with abundant beaches, secluded coves, strands with dunes and woods, secret swimming spots and hideaways that sometimes you need a boat or a kayak to discover.

And, every now and then for those exploring byways on foot, by bike or by car, taking a turn up a grass-striped boreen throws up a rare find: Blind Harbour is one such place. Travel a couple of miles out from Union Hall, just a bit further from Glandore, out to Reen pier and a sandy spit called the League which looks out on Castletownshend village’s scenic setting.