County Donegal Vacation Rental farmhouse

The Hilltown - The Perfect Holiday Home in Ireland's Spectacular Northwest

County Donegal farmhouse rental - a view of the house from the stable
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Description Farmhouse,
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, 2 Bathrooms
Amenities near the ocean, rural, garden, internet access, satellite or cable, TV
Rates per property (USD)
$1,200 - $1,500/week 
$4,000 - $5,000/month 
Boyce Budd
+1 610-294-1031
Speaks: English
Contact the Owner

Photos and Description of the County Donegal vacation farmhouse rental 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, sleeps 10

William McKinley, born in 1892 in a thatched cottage a mile from the Hilltown, emigrated to the US, and then returned to purchase the Hilltown in 1928. His reason? He wanted his expanding American family to learn of their roots. Three of his grandchildren, the current owners, have rehabilitated and modernized the house from top to bottom while striving to retain the charm and feel of the traditional Irish farmhouse which they remembered as children. The house is located on a hillside with panoramic views of long, green, drumlin hills at the head of the Donegal Bay, which in turn are framed by the Blue Stack Mountains some 15 miles distant.
County Donegal farmhouse rental - a view of the house from the stable

a view of the house from the stable
County Donegal farmhouse rental - the kitchen

the kitchen
County Donegal farmhouse rental - the master bedroom

the master bedroom
County Donegal farmhouse rental - the dining room

the dining room
County Donegal farmhouse rental - the sitting room

the sitting room
County Donegal farmhouse rental - the east bedroom

the east bedroom
County Donegal farmhouse rental - the kitchen fireplace

the kitchen fireplace
County Donegal farmhouse rental - guests posing in front of the house

guests posing in front of the house
County Donegal farmhouse rental - the old animal shelter near the house

the old animal shelter near the house
County Donegal farmhouse rental - view of Donegal Bay from above the house

view of Donegal Bay from above the house

County Donegal farmhouse rental - our 'avenue' (driveway) in March

our 'avenue' (driveway) in March
County Donegal farmhouse rental - viewscape in March from front of house

viewscape in March from front of house

Location: County Donegal < Ireland

Nearest Airport: Belfast International at 90 Miles
Nearest Ferry: Londonderry at 50 Miles
Nearest Train: Sligo, Co. Sligo at 35 Miles
Nearest Motorway: N 15 at 1 Miles
Nearest Beach: beach at 1.0 Miles
Car: necessary
Near the village of Ballintra, 7 miles south of Donegal Town

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Rental Rates for this vacation farmhouse rental in County Donegal, Ireland

Rental Basis:
per property
Rental rates quoted in:
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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend Weekend
Night		 Extra
Night		 Monthly Minimum Stay
Off peak Nov 1, 2009 - Apr 30, 2010 $1,200 - - - - $4,000 5 Nights
Notes: Utilities & post-departure cleaning included.
Peak May 1, 2010 - Nov 1, 2010 $1,500 - - - - $5,000 5 Nights

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (US Dollars) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Additional information about rental rates

  • Rental rates include all utilities plus local telephone service (074 area). Local maid service available at renters' expense. No smoking in or around house. Security deposit must accompany signed rental agreement by return mail. Rental check must be received 30 days before commencement of term. Security Deposit will be returned within 30 days of departure, subject to satisfactory house inspection.

Fees

Cleaning:
$80

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation farmhouse rental in County Donegal, Ireland

Property Type:
  • farmhouse
Location Type:
  • near the ocean
  • rural
Theme:
  • away from it all
  • family
General:
  • paper towels
  • security system
  • towels provided
  • local maps
  • firewood
  • central heating
  • laundry soap
  • restaurant dining guide
  • soaps basic
  • toilet paper
  • activities guide
  • telephone
  • linens provided
Kitchen:
  • washing machine
  • iron & board
  • stove top burners
  • cooking utensils
  • refrigerator
  • clothes dryer
  • freezer
  • ice maker
  • dish washer
  • oven
  • microwave
Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 6 people
Dining:
  • dining room
  • seating for 8 people
Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Shower
Bedrooms:
  • 4 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 10 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Queen
    Bedroom 2 - 1 Queen
    Bedroom 3 - 2 Queen
    Bunk Room - 4 Twin/ Single, sleeps 4
Entertainment:
  • CD
  • books adult
  • satellite or cable
  • TV
  • DVD
Internet Access:
  • internet access
  • wireless broadband
Outside:
  • garden
  • parking
  • parking off street
  • patio stone/concrete
  • 4 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • non smoking only
Local Activities:
  • walking
  • cycling
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • sailing
  • fishing
  • horseback riding
  • golf
  • mountain biking
Onsite Services:
  • housekeeper optional
Attractions:
  • ATM/bank
  • babysitting
  • bay/sound
  • botanical garden
  • caves
  • churches
  • duty free shops
  • equestrian events
  • forests
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • laundromat
  • marina
Leisure Activities:
  • beachcombing
  • deepsea fishing
  • fly fishing
  • freshwater fishing
  • mountain climbing
  • pier fishing
  • snorkeling
  • sound/bay fishing
  • sight seeing
  • hiking
  • surf fishing
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • scenic drives
  • restaurants
  • ruins
  • waterfalls
Nearby Services:
  • babysitting
  • medical services
Notes: Working fireplaces located in kitchen, dining room and sitting room with turf and wood provided. Full kitchen with microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, and cooking utensils provided. Mudroom has large-sized washer and dryer. Dining room oak table seats eight. Two bedrooms have queen-sized beds, a third one has two queen-sized beds, and a bunk-room can accommodate four kids. Linens provided. Two bathrooms, one with shower and the other with tub. Satellite TV in Sitting Room.

Further details for this vacation farmhouse rental in County Donegal, Ireland

In mid-summer, when all is in darkness around the house, the tops of the Blue Stacks are often bathed in the sun’s last orange rays. Murvagh Beach, a three-mile strand on the South side of Donegal Bay, where the tide recedes for up to one quarter of a mile, is minutes from the front door. Donegal Golf Club, locally known as Murvagh Golf Club, is a superb links course described as the Muirfield of Ireland, and is located about one mile away. Several pubs are also within a mile. What else does one need? The Hilltown has proven to be the perfect setting for Irish-style decompression. It has been the romantic location of choice for many honeymoons, and a cozy nest from which three generations of McKinley heirs and many of their friends have launched excursions throughout the northwest of Ireland.

Activities: The area offers extensive hiking and mountain climbing opportunities including Slieve League, the highest edge-of-the-Atlantic mountain on the west coast of Europe, world-class golf, cycling (mountain bikes can be rented in Donegal Town), beautiful beaches, horseback riding at two nearby equestrian centres, ocean, lake and river fishing, exploration of ancient round forts, stone cairns, abbeys, castles and remains of great houses, trips to off-shore islands, shopping in Donegal Town, Ardara and Glencolumbkille for native tweeds and sweaters, boating, swimming, sailing, picnicking, and on and on.

Other Activities: Rock climbing, boating, shopping, shelling

Learn more about this vacation rental at the owner's website:

Reviews for this vacation farmhouse rental in County Donegal, Ireland

Rating
5 out of 5

Guestbook Comment

msweezie@gmail.com -
Review Submitted: October 12, 2008 Date of Stay: October 2008
We had a grand week this August ('08) with two other couples. The accomodations were charming and comfortable. The caretaker, Geoffrey, was attentive and helpful. We ate in three times, enjoying the Olympics and turf fire.
The Hilltown is centrally located for golf: Murvagh (Donegal), Rosses Point (Sligo), Great Northern (Bundoran) and Narin-Port Noo. There are plenty of others, but time only allowed us these four. There are beaches, restaurants, culture and Donegalness! We defintely will repeat. Enjoy,
Denis and Louise Duffy
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Rating
5 out of 5

Guestbook Comment

HAC167383 Wilmington, Delaware
Review Submitted: September 18, 2008 Date of Stay: September 2008
We spent a week at this beautiful home with three other golfing couples this August. It was spectacular, warm, cozy, spacious, updated and on acres of fantastic land with panoramic views. We walked down to the beach, to the old cemetery, to the apple orchard to pick a few for pies. The sheep were out the kitchen window sometimes. Geoffrey would take the cows in and out in the distance. This piece of heaven helped create a memorable vacation - plus, the golf courses were great. Kudos to the owners!

Note: The fourth bedroom with bunkbeds is a tandem bedroom but does have a back staircase which worked fine for our group.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Guestbook Comment

HAC165019 Houston, Texas
Review Submitted: September 5, 2008 Date of Stay: September 2008
Hilltown was an ideal choice for a relaxing family vacation. Although rural in location, many activities can keep you entertained and active. If golf is your focus, there are several outstanding links courses within easy reach; most particularly Donegal Golf Club, which is only 5 minutes away. The house itself is supremely suited for a group/family vacation. It is comfortable and lacks no conveniences. If you prefer eating out, there are numerous quality choices; some very near, some a bit of a drive, but the scenery enroute or upon arrival makes the drive worthwhile (see the owner's recommendations). At least once you should take advantage of a cliff top or beach venue and enjoy a wine and cheese outing.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Guestbook Comment

HAC132880 Oostburg, Wisconsin
Review Submitted: April 3, 2008 Date of Stay: April 2008
A perfect place for our family to reunite with my husband during his 2-week leave during his tour of duty in Iraq. The caretakers were helpful and accommodating to our every wish - we were welcomed by a decorated Christmas tree upon our arrival on Christmas Eve. The Hilltown is the perfect place for any holiiday - especially with children, as there is ample space, a large dining room, and plenty of fresh air and scenery to admire. The town has shops aplenty - and the people are all wonderful and helpful. Make sure you go to the Cliffs of Bunglass - highest cliffs in Europe!
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Rating
5 out of 5

Guestbook Comment

HAC131397 Maryland
Review Submitted: March 27, 2008 Date of Stay: March 2008
We landed home yesterday evening and just wanted to share our feelings about Ireland and the Hilltown. Both were everything we expected and much more, offering a snapshot into a wonderful home and a wonderful heritage. The entire Donegal area was beautiful and the caretaker for the Hilltown was kind and very helpful. We spent a tremendous week together as a family and loved the house, the land, Lizzie the pony, the people, the scenery, the beach (although we could never find Bell's Isle), and more. We enjoyed the guest book and browsed through two family albums we found in the book shelves, intrigued by the history and stories within those pages. The house itself was perfect and we did our best to respect the property. We were even sure that we had the company of a friendly ghost but your imagination can go crazy in an old farmhouse in an ancient land on a foggy night. We were amazed by the rapid changes in weather and appreciative for the very brief rain storms, the wind howling at night, the warmth of the fire places and the Cadbury drinking chocolate we became addicted to, and the many rainbows we saw as we drove from one end of the north country to another. Eventually we ran out of time but never out of love for what we saw. A week certainly wasn't long enough and we are already talking about going back. Thanks again for the wonderful opportunity to experience Ireland through the truly magical portal of the Hilltown.
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