Sherkin North Shore provides cosy and welcoming accommodation options on West Cork’s Sherkin Island.
Mike and Kathy O’Connor created Sherkin North Shore in 2014 and – with their son Daniel – they delight in making visitors welcome to Sherkin and ensuring they enjoy the beauty, adventure and relaxation the island has to offer.
Sherkin North Shore is also a popular venue and destination for yoga retreats, wellness weekends, and creative workshops, so keep an eye on the West Cork Islands events calendar for details of upcoming escapes!
Self-catering and B&B facilities include en suite rooms, family rooms, and bunk rooms near safe sandy beaches. Abundant wildlife, quiet roads and a relaxed island atmosphere will all add to your Sherkin island experience.
Enjoy a warm welcome each morning for a beautiful continental breakfast with fresh fruit, pancakes, Dutch Babies, fruit juice, rashers, sausages and toast, tea and coffee.
- 2 beautiful sandy beaches within 500m
- Panoramic views of Roaringwater Bay and the beautiful South West Coast surrounded by the breath-taking flowers and native wildlife of Sherkin.
- Friendly local advice on island adventures, history and knowledge of the island.
- Bus transfer from ferry access point (regular sailings from Baltimore)

Camping and glamping at Sherkin North Shore
North Shore’s glamping and camping sites are situated on a waterfront location on Roaringwater Bay’s Special Area of Conservation.
Wake up in the morning to the sound of the waves lapping on the shore where it is common to see Dolphins, Seals and otters as well as a vast array of Sea Birds.
North Shore’s Camp Kitchen and dining area is ideal if the weather isn’t right for you to use one of the outdoor BBQs. Watch the most beautiful sunsets over Mount Gabriel and Mizen Head as you relax after a great day outdoors on the island.
Facilities for event organisers
Sherkin North Shore is the perfect location for your next Yoga Retreat, wellness weekend or creative workshops. When your guests get on the ferry, they leave their everyday worries behind, and the island forms an atmospheric backdrop for your event.
Sherkin North Shore’s Yoga Studio couldn’t be any closer to the ocean, and there comfortable workshop spaces are ideal venues for supportive and friendly group events, backed by Sherkin North Shore’s wraparaound accommodation and catering offers.
More information
Website | https://sherkinnorthshore.com/ |
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Fáilte Ireland Rating | |
Phone | +353 (0)83 358 0819 |
kathy@sherkinnorthshore.com | |
TripAdvisor Reviews | Yes |
Directions | Travel to Baltimore, Co. Cork. Ferries are available to Baltimore Harbour to Sherkin. |
Island Website | https://sherkinisland.ie |
Local Events | Check out the events calendar at http://westcorkislands.com/calendar |
Ferry Information | See Sherkin Island Ferries |