Situated in a sheltered bay that is warmed by the Gulf Stream, the village of Myrtleville is located 15 miles south of Cork City. Its enchanting scenery ranks with some of the most beautiful in the world.It has remained unspoilt in spite of its proximity to Cork City.Its charm as a holiday resort has been appreciated for the last century and now it is also popoular with those who commute to Cork City daily. Within a three mile radius there are facilities for yachting, fishing, boat hire, tennis, horse riding, pitch-and-putt and there is also a wide choice of bars and restaurants
The nearby village of Crosshaven is home to the oldest yacht club in the world, the "Royal Yacht Club" which hosts the international regatta "Ford Week" every two years. There are other beaches within a mile of Myrtleville, Fountainstown and Fennells Bay, and there are many picturesque walks in the area. Myrtleville has a foodstore, a restaurant/bar, and a local pub/music venue. The nearest ATM is in "Centra Supermarket", Crosshaven, three miles away. This is usually open between 8am and 10pm.
The nearest petrol station is in Carrigaline,and there are four Banks and three large supermarkets there also. Carrigaline is seven miles from Myrtleville. There is a regular bus service to within a half mile of Myrtleville.
Let the magic of this scenic area work on you, and become one of the many people who always return.
It may be of interest to note that there is also a town called Myrtleville in Australia and there is also a Myrtleville House' in Ontario, built by the Good family who emigrated from Myrtleville House here.