Carriglea’, was built around 1860, by a Colonel Leahy, a civil engineer in The British army and by then the local magistrate, the design is a Victorian Italianate with its adjacent carriage house. It was passed to his nephew a Major Gordon Leahy, seen in the photo in 1910 with his family. It was purchased in 1921 by John & Hannah Beazley who lived here with their family. (the youngest, Michael was
born in the house in 1923) In 1932 they began welcoming guests to Carriglea. One of their first guest residents was their first cousin Pierce Beazley a well known Gaelic writer, revolutionary and Killarney’s representative in the Irelands first independent parliament (Dail). Four generations later John & Eileen Beazley continue the tradition and welcome you to Carriglea. Carriglea offers you a 'Country estate' ’A look at old Ireland’ and it remains preserved and unspoilt, for your enjoyment. For many years guests have been welcomed and returning to Carriglea enjoying its surrounds and have become part of its colourful history. Unrivalled and enviable location. Overlooking Killarney Lakes and National Park. Direct access to Lakeside walks.
30 acres of private grounds. Own farm produce. Central point for The 3 Rings, Kerry, Dingle & Beara.. Historic House. Central point for numerous world class golf courses. Large mature gardens.
