Glenview Gardens & Hobbit House
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Glenview Gardens & Hobbit House

Irish parks and gardens
Glenview Gardens & Hobbit House

Glenview Gardens & Hobbit House is a pretty 3-hectare park in Enniskeane, County Cork, Ireland. The latter features magnificent gardens with a number of original features, including the recreation of a Hobbit village (in homage to Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings), the creation of a Japanese garden and an aviary with exotic birds. A magical place, a true invitation to travel and to the imagination!

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A garden for family relaxation

Not far from Cork, Glenview Gardens & Hobbit House is a great day out for nature lovers. It has to be said that the area stretches over a long distance, and offers a superb playground for children.

They’ll love the Hobbit village in the park, with its small, grass-covered houses, round doors and decor faithful to Tolkien’s famous works!

But that’s not the only surprise. The park also features :

  • a Woodland Fairy hiking trail, where you can explore the area on a long walk
  • a Japanese garden
  • a Chinese garden
  • a tropical garden
  • a half-submerged white garden
  • a fairy wood
  • an Italian-style canal
  • ponds
  • a bog garden
  • a vegetable garden
  • an aviary of exotic birds

In short, these gardens are a real attraction, rich in possibilities and discoveries. The place is magical, magnificent, conducive to calm and a true reconnection with nature. The gardens, meanwhile, are particularly well maintained, and you can learn more about certain plant and animal species.

You can picnic on site to extend this natural interlude. Don’t forget your walking shoes: you’ll soon be carried off along the paths of these superb gardens!


Practical Guide

Glenview Gardens & Hobbit House

Essential information to help you plan your visit, including key landmarks, access information, and booking options.

Address

Glenview Gardens, Desert, Enniskeane, Enniskeane (County Cork) - Republic of Ireland

GPS coordinates

51.731227, -8.901210

Visit duration

3h00

Opening hours

10:00 am to 5:00 pm (opening days are subject to change; please consult their website in advance)

Check the opening hours and admission requirements before you leave, especially during peak season or on Irish public holidays.
Prices

  • 6€

per adult | 3€ per child

Location

Glenview Gardens & Hobbit House on the map

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