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Jack’s Coastguard Restaurant in Cromane, Co Kerry — a familiar venue for weddings, family gatherings and seaside meals — has been placed on the market as its owners seek options for the business’s future. The move follows planning approval to add overnight accommodation and a new function space, a development the owners say could change the site’s scale and offering.
Owners say sale is part of a wider plan
The team at Jack’s issued a direct update to regulars, noting that the property “has been placed on the market as we explore the possibilities for the future of the business.” They described the restaurant as a community fixture for more than two decades, where people have marked weddings, birthdays, Christmas nights and other milestones.
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Staff and local supporters were singled out in the message for helping build the venue’s reputation. The owners added that they see further potential for Jack’s and are weighing how best to realise it — either through fresh investment or a change of ownership.
What’s included in the sale
Details published about the listing show the site combines hospitality and accommodation and carries significant planning permission. According to the Irish Examiner, the asking price is €1.5m.
- The restaurant itself, operating and open to customers;
- Three two‑bed self‑catering cottages included in the sale;
- Planning permission for 28 bedrooms and a new function room.
Customers and community react
News of the listing prompted a stream of comments from patrons recalling personal memories at the venue. One social media response read: “Great spot, best of luck with whatever the future holds.” Another said: “Such a beautiful place, hopefully with more success on the horizon!”
What happens next
For now, Jack’s remains open and will continue to welcome diners while the owners review options. They say they are “very much open” to either outside investment or an outright sale, but have not set a public timetable for any change of ownership.
