4 bedroom cottage between Dunfanaghy & Falcarragh - on the Wild Atlantic Way

Golf
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Interior
Beach nearby
4.8 / 5.0
Outstanding(187 Ratings)

Cottage in County Donegal

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this cottage rental

Ballyboe is a superb modern luxury holiday home situated between the villages of Dunfanaghy and Falcarragh in North West Donegal. The cottage is set in a tranquil rural location and enjoys wonderful views of the surrounding countryside and coastline toward Tory Island. This beautiful landscape is ever changing with the constantly changing sky. The cottage is situated at the foothills of Muckish mountain. This delightful and spacious holiday home has been designed to ensure a relaxing and comfortable holiday experience. It can accommodate up to 8 people in both style and comfort. Two of the four spacious bedrooms are en-suite and have king sized beds - both rooms enjoy sea views.
Ballyboe Cottage is located along the coastal road between Dunfanaghy and Falcarragh. Dunfanaghy is one of Donegal’s most popular holiday destinations and features many fine restaurants and pubs. Falcarragh is a vibrant village located in West Donegal Gaeltacht. Both villages have golf courses and can boast blue flag beaches.

Local attractions: Ballyboe cottage is situated within minutes travel of some of Donegal and Ireland's greatest attractions, including:-
Stunning beaches at Killahoey Strand, Marble Hill Strand, and Falcarragh Beach all less than 10 min away and Magheraroarty less than 25 min.
Glenveagh National Park: About twenty minutes drive away from the cottage this magnificent national park is home to herds of red deer and golden eagles.
Tory Island: Daily ferry trips to Tory, located 9 mile off the Donegal coast, leave from nearby Magheraroarty pier. Although only 4km long and 1 km wide, the island has 2 towns, East Town and West Town.

Dunlewey Lakeside Centre. This centre has lots of different attractions to keep all the family entertained - children's play area, farm yard, boat trips, craft shop, weaving house, audio visuals, etc

Ards Forest Park Located 3km south-east of Dunfanaghy, this wonderful park has marked nature trails and is also a wildfowl sanctuary. Scenic drive at Horn Head nearby.

Other attractions: Gartan Outdoor Pursuits Centre: Situated on the shores of Loch Gartan this is a very popular destination for adventure holiday enthusiasts.
Glebe House and Gallery: This is a Regency house built in 1828 set in woodland and decorated with William Morris textiles and Japanese art. The gallery houses the renowned Derek Hill Art Collection.

Arnolds stables in Dunfanaghy offers horse riding and lessons on local beaches and off road terrain. The Dunfanaghy surf school, 5 miles away, offers surf, windsurf and dive.
An Chriit Leisure- This excellently equipped leisure centre includes a fitness room, steam room, themal jets, sauna, treatments, kids pool & swimming pool.

The area is rich with Arts and Crafts: Galleries include The Art House; Green Door; Workhouse and Greendoor Galleries. Or visit McNutt tweeds nearby.

The area has loads of charming restaurants and pubs. We recommend The Cove Dunfanaghy, superb local organic produce. Other great picks include Arnold's, Lizzies, the Starfish Cafe, Muck and Muffins, Buttermilk and more. Local hotels also have superb menus including Lough Altan. Something Fishy does the best takeaway fresh fish and chips for miles, other takeaway options include Chinese, Pizza and more.

As you may well be cooking there are great local supermarkets and a local farmers market in the square each Saturday selling locally caught fish and shellfish and organic veg. The area is also great for foraging.

Finally there are three local lake with Brown Trout and rivers include nearby River Ray.

For kids there is lots on offer locally including Karting, Lurgybrack Open Farm, Tropical World, Kids Farm, activity centre Dunlewey, Boat Trips and pony rides.

Amenities

Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden

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Ratings and reviews

4.8 / 5.0
Outstanding(187 Ratings)
4.0 / 5.0
star 5 empty
Sep 2024
The cottage was clean and a comfortable stay for our family while in Donegal. We enjoyed the view from the front of the house, and the farm animals that are in the fields. The area around the cottage is stunning with lots to see. The host was very helpful offering suggestions and letting us know what was in the area. We enjoyed our stay very much. We hesitate to give 5 stars only because we found the kitchen lacked some basic cooking supplies like salt and pepper, coffee, perhaps olive oil. While these are simple and basic and we were able to easily purchase them in town, our past experiences having these items available when we arrive was very helpful. One other note is that there is another cottage very close in the back and when others are there it lacks privacy. Fortunately during our stay this only happened for a couple days. But overall the cottage was enjoyable to stay in and allowed us to enjoy the beautiful Donegal. We thank Mary for making it available and for all her help during our stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
Absolutely wonderful stay at Ballyboe Cottage while visiting beautiful County Donegal! Clean and spacious with incredible views. Mary was a wonderful, responsive host with loads of suggested activities for the whole family. A bit hard to find but well worth the effort to do so!!! A wonderful home base for our time in Donegal!
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
We had a lovely holiday and the owner was very helpful
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
We had a lovely stay the only negative for me that due to the remote location there was nowhere to walk the dog due to position of main road and no footpath Other than that the house was perfect
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
We had a wonderful week in this fabulous cottage just outside of Falcarragh. Conveniently located with amazing views and close to Dunfanaghy and the beach, the house is modern and well equipped with plenty of space for a large family or group of friends. Information provided by hosts prior to arrival was thorough and extremely helpful and we would highly recommend to anyone looking to book in this area. We would certainly consider booking again in the future.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
The property is aesthetically pleasing and exceptionally clean. Mary, our gracious host, provided comprehensive information about local amenities, including activities, attractions, and restaurants in the vicinity. I highly recommend this property, as the views and beaches in the area are truly remarkable.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
I stayed here for 3 nights with my husband, children and parents. The house is in a great location and is a great size. Communication from the host Mary was brilliant too. We have stayed here before and would happily stay here again! Highly recommend.
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2024
My family and our 2 dogs absolutely loved our short stay at Ballyboe cottage, despite the unseasonal cold and wet June weather we got. The property has stunning views of the nearby mountains and beach, inside the house is really spacious, bright, clean and comfortable. Mary was super quick to get back to any questions I had and was beyond helpful in recommending places to visit while we were there. Unfortunately we didn’t get the best weather but the beaches we saw were breathtaking, Ards forest park worth a visit. We will definitely be back and have been recommending it to all our friends and family!

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in County Donegal?

The average price for a rental in County Donegal is $103 per night. This rental is $56 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 4 bedroom cottage between Dunfanaghy & Falcarragh - on the Wild Atlantic Way. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is 4 bedroom cottage between Dunfanaghy & Falcarragh - on the Wild Atlantic Way pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at 4 bedroom cottage between Dunfanaghy & Falcarragh - on the Wild Atlantic Way?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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