A literary location everyone can enjoy.

Sandycove and Glasthule is one of Ireland's treasured beauty spots in a picturesque seaside location. It is situated between the flourishing town of Dún Laoghaire and Dalkey village. This area is a sactuary of natural beauty and tranquillity for visitors looking to relax for the day. 

The area of Sandycove and Glasthule is also rich in artistic and political history and has some interesting literary connections. Roger Casement, the Irish activist, nationalist and poet, was born in 1864 in Sandycove.

The celebrated writer James Joyce lived in Sandycove for a time. Well known Irish stage and television actress Maureen Toal’s home was in Sandycove up to her death in 2012.

Glasthule is the main setting for Jamie O’Neill’s 2001 novel At Swim, Two Boys and the wider area is also featured in Flann O’Brien’s book, At Swim-Two-Birds

Sandycove is also well known for its historic bathing area known as the Forty Foot.

In addition to its beauty and rich literary and political connections, Sandycove and Glasthule are bustling villages with a wide selection of beautiful shops, cafes and restaurants offering a gourmet experience including local seafood for the visitor after a day’s exploring.

There is no shortage of things to do for the visitor to Sandycove and Glasthule. Be sure to call to the James Joyce Museum, which is based in one of the early 19th century Martello towers dotted along the coast.

The Sandycove Heritage Trail is a charming walk around this historic coastal village.

For those wishing to spend the night in this magical area there are a few nice bed and breakfasts to choose from. sandycoveglasthule.com

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