Explore the Area
K2Alpacas are based in Wicklow the garden county of Ireland, just 40 mins from Dublin’s City Centre and 50mins from Dublin Airport. We are centrally located to all the major attractions in Wicklow, including many scenic walks and bike trails. Located close to Druids Glen Golf Resort for all your golfing needs. If on foot, public transport will bring you to Newtownmountkennedy and we are a short taxi ride from there. Our farm has an abundance of wildlife, our self-catering cottages are modern yet retain the farms original character.
The Farm
The farm has many unique features including a hilltop pond fed by a natural aquifer. The farm has an abundance of wildlife including nesting Moorhens, Pheasants, Mallard Duck, Teal, Herons, Red Kites, Buzzards, Hawks, an abundance of Robins, Sparrows and small birds. We love the nature on the farm and have planted native Irish trees and bushes & hedgerow to encourage insects, birds and wildlife.
Find us on the map
Time by car (mins) from K2Alpacas.
Information Guide / Local Amenities
- Dunnes Stores, Main Street Newtownmountkennedy
- Texaco Garage, Newtownmountkennedy
- Centra, Roundwood village
- Bank of Ireland, Main Street, Wicklow Town, Greystones & Bray
- Allied Irish Bank, Main Street, Wicklow Town, Greystones & Bray
- Post Office, Main Street, Newtownmountkennedy & Roundwood
- Adrian Dunne Pharmacy, Main Street, Newtownmountkennedy
- Adrian Dunne Pharmacy, Main Street, Ashford
- Roundwood Pharmacy, Main Street, Roundwood
- Dunnes Stores, Main Street, Newtownmountkennedy (Monday to Saturday 8.30-8.00pm, Sunday 9.00-7.00pm)
- Centra, Roundwood Village (Monday to Saturday 7.00-10.00pm, Sunday 8.00-10.00pm)
- Aldi Rathnew
- Newtownmountkennedy (Opposite Fischers Stores)
- Ashford, in Centra Supermarket
- Roundwood, Main Street
Places to Visit / Things to do / Local Attractions / Activities:
Wicklow Tourism’s website provides a wealth of information on activities and services within Wicklow all within easy access to K2Cottages.
Website: visitwicklow.ie
Glenroe Farm offers a fun filled family day out in one of Wicklow’s top tourist attractions with our Pet Farm, Playgrounds, Nature Walk, Fairy Garden and Ireland’s only Maize Maze (July to October), ideally located on the North Wicklow coastline in the picturesque village of Kilcoole.
Website: glenroefarm.ie
In a stunning glaciated valley in County Wicklow, in the sixth century, one of Ireland’s most revered saints founded a monastery. The foundation of St Kevin at Glendalough became one of the most famous religious centres in Europe.
Website: heritageireland.ie
Wicklow Gaol is an unforgettable journey through an original prison building, telling the stories of the men, women and children imprisoned here under British rule over two centuries of turbulent history. Suitable for all the family, the fully-engaging audio-visual experience features holographic appearances of the Gaoler and characters from the prison who share their stories of the times.
Website: wicklowshistoricgaol.com
Step inside and explore the magnificent 47 acre gardens, voted 3rd best garden in the World and only 35 minutes from Dublin. Marvel at the sublime blend of formal gardens, sweeping terraces, statues and ornamental lakes, secret hollows and rambling walks.
Website: powerscourt.com
Situated in the BEAUTIFUL countryside of the Wicklow hills, ONLY ONE HOUR SOUTH OF DUBLIN, enjoy about 3 HOURS or more wandering around the FARM in a RELAXED, PEACEFUL and friendly atmosphere. With loads of ATTRACTIONS to check out, the day will be packed full of things to do and will keep all the FAMILY and KIDS fully occupied.
Website: greenanmaze.com
The National Botanic Gardens, Kilmacurragh lie within an estate developed extensively during the 19th century by Thomas Acton in conjunction with David Moore and his son Sir Frederick Moore, Curators of the National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin at that time. It was a period of great botanical and geographical explorations with numerous plant species from around the world being introduced to Ireland for the first time. The different soil and climatic conditions at Kilmacurragh resulted in many of these specimens succeeding there while struggling or failing at Glasnevin. Kilmacurragh is particularly famous for its conifer and rhododendron collections.
Website: botanicgardens.ie
One of only 3 Irish gardens with a top rating from the UK’s The Good Gardens Guide, Mount Usher is not simply one of Ireland’s greatest gardens, but it’s a world-class example of a so-called Robinsonian garden, with its relaxed informality and natural layout. Monty Don has described it as one of his favourite gardens anywhere.
Website: mountushergardens.ie
Come and visit our new store Arboretum Kilquade, The National Garden Exhibition Centre, Kilquade, Co. Wicklow. Arboretum Kilquade will offer the gardening & lifestyle shopping experience that the Arboretum customers have loved for over 40 years. The new store is set to become another destination hot spot boasting over 5.2 acres with a multitude of inspirational garden ideas and, of course, our much loved Secret Garden Café.
Website: arboretum.ie/arboretum-kilquade
Progressive bike park situated in the Dublin/Wicklow mountain border and just 20 minutes from Dublin city centre.
Website: thegap.ie
Fat Bikes Greystones offer guided off road biking tours and bike rentals on Dublin’s doorstep, taking you through the most incredible scenery in Ireland’s Ancient East – Beaches, bogs, forests, mountains and snow are all places Fatbike Adventures go!
Website: fatbikeadventures.ie
The Wicklow Way trail is 127km Ascent 3200mt 7day trek. The trail can be walked in segments.
Website: wicklowway.com/trail
Local food and drinks guide
Newtownmountkennedy
- Ling’s Chinese & Thai Take Away (01) 2011002
- Golden Village Takeaway (01) 2015992
- Indian Spice (01) 2011511
- Mario’s Takeaway (01) 2011233
- Henry and Rose Takeaway (01) 2018888
Roundwood
- Adrianos Takeaway (01) 2818059
- Byrnes and Woods (01) 2817078
- The Coach House (01) 2818157
Newtownmountkennedy
- Food at Fishers Ltd (01) 2812892
- The Mount Kennedy Inn (01) 2011703
- Parkview Hotel (01) 2015600
- Bunters Coffee Shop (01) 2810327
Roundwood
Laragh / Glendalough
Greystone / Delgany
- Greystones / Delgany has over 30 Cafes & Restaurants well worth exploring.
Local transport information
Taxi Companies
- Eoin – East Coast cabs 086 601 6572
- Michael Collins 087 773 4809
- Paul 087 259 8317
- John Cardoz NTMK 086 080 8934
Public Transport
- Bus Eireann Bus No 133 (Newtownmountkennedy)
- Go-Ahead Ireland No 184 (Newtownmountkennedy)
- DART Train services (Greystones)
- TFI Local Link No 183 (Arklow – Wicklow – Sallins)
Public Transport Directions
Take the Bus Eireann 133 bus and ask to be let off in Newtownmountkennedy at the Park View Hotel. You can also get the Go Ahead Ireland Route 184 from Bray or Greystones. We are located 4.5km from the Church. You can arrange for a taxi to collect you from Newtownmountkennedy, please see list above.
The TFI Local Link Route No 183 runs from Arklow to Sallins and passes by close to us. Ask the drive to get off at BallyDuff Cross and walk towards Newtownmountkennedy to find us on the left.
Our address is: K2Alpacas, Callowhill Upper, Newtownmountkennedy, Co Wicklow A63 DX08.
Car Directions
Google Maps, SatNavs or Apple Maps can take you on unsafe roads. Best directions are:
Heading South from Dublin
on M11/N11 take Exit 12, signposted Newtownmounkennedy. Turn right at Church (The Church will be on your right). Follow road, go straight through roundabout, past GAA pitches on right & continue up the hill for 4.5 km. Continue to top of hill, opposite a left-hand turn signpost, is a small cul-de-sac (lane). Turn right here to arrive at our gate.
Heading North towards Dublin
on M11/N11, take Exit 16 R772 for Ashford and follow road into village. Use your SatNav from here. After you cross over the bridge, take a left at the roundabout. Follow this round for 6.5km, take a right at Ballyduff Cross, signposted for Newtownmountkennedy L1051 road. Approx 2km just after a Y in the road you will see a left turn into a lane. Turn Left this will bring you to our gate.
(Our Eircode A63 DX08 will take you on the correct route once you follow our directions above.
