Howe's strand coastguard boathouse can be reached by crossing the rocks or beach (depending on the tides) Sit and enjoy the great views of Coolim cliffs to the west and the old head of Kinsale to the east..
This is the site of the original Coastguard station and boathouse,built in 1824 on a half acre leased site at the mouth of the bay.
In the early years of the service it is possible that Coastguards lived in small rented cottages adjacent to a larger Boat-house which could have had over-head accommodation for a leading boatman and his family, the ruins of both buildings remain today.. This station remained in use until the larger building was constructed across the beach in 1910 and was then used as the boathouse for the service.. Please replace the cache exactly where you found it as this is a busy spot during the summer and it will be muggled if its not well hidden.......