Peace and ease at Kerry beachside artist's home and hideaway

Trish Dromey explores Suaimhneas, a well-restored stone cottage with flourishing gardens near Derrynane and Caherdaniel on Kenmare Bay

One can only wonder if the hardship of life in the 19th century could have allowed the boatbuilder who built Suaimhneas near the shores of Kenmare Bay in Caherdaniel to fully appreciate the splendour of the setting.