Self-build story: 'My health isn't great day-to-day so creating a home that feels calm, functional and peaceful was incredibly important'

"The house, designed to resemble a South African beach house, embraces open-plan living while adapting to the unique climate of Kerry, where sun-soaked days are rare."

"Situated between Glenbeigh and Cromane, the home embodies the spirit of the Kerry coast, where the landscape features dramatic cliffs and hidden beaches."

Toni and Fionán Walsh, an Irish-South African couple, returned to Kerry to create a contemporary home that doubles as a micro-farm. The design reflects the elegance of open-plan beach house living, inspired by their experiences in South Africa. Located between Glenbeigh and Cromane, the house captures the essence of the Kerry coast, where dramatic cliffs and mountains meet the Atlantic Ocean, offering a unique frontier feeling despite the lack of consistent sunshine.

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