County Donegal Vacation Rental cottage: Donegal

Restored Traditional Irish Cottage Close To Sea and Mountains Donegal

Description Cottage, 1500 sq. ft.,
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5, 2 Bathrooms
Amenities near the ocean, rural, garden, pets considered, satellite or cable, TV
Rates per property
Must pay in Euros
€295 - €895/week 
USD Conversion - Estimated
$444 - $1,347/week 
Mark Carson
Speaks: English, Italian

Photos and Description of the County Donegal vacation cottage rental Exposed Stone Walls, Turf Fire, Secluded Garden but with all Mod Cons Sleeps 5

After nearly four years of steady work Laurel Cottage is able to let its first guests indulge in the authentic charm of the tastefully restored cottage set deep in Donegal's Gaeltacht. The oldest inhabited house in Upper Killult, has been rejuvenated with traditional lime render exterior, exposed stone feature walls inside, lime washed downstairs bedroom, reclaimed tiled hallway, tongue and groove woodwork, all sliding sash windows and modern kitchen by Willa and Mark.-Now you too can enjoy the tranquillity, scenery and craic of Donegal in this very special home. Falcarragh (1/2 mile) is Ireland largest Irish speaking town with 3 supermarkets, bank with ATM, a selection of bars and restaurants and a superb Friday market. The cottage has views from the front over Ballyness estuary and the beautiful beaches of Magheroarty and Falcarragh and on to Tory Island. From the secluded rear garden, there are views over the fields to Errigal, Donegal's highest mountain.
County Donegal cottage rental - Dining room

Dining room

County Donegal cottage rental - Laurel Cottage

Laurel Cottage

County Donegal cottage rental - Bedroom with limewashed stone walls

Bedroom with limewashed stone walls

County Donegal cottage rental - Victorian bathroom

Victorian bathroom

County Donegal cottage rental - enjoying a wee whiskey by the turf fire

enjoying a wee whiskey by the turf fire

County Donegal cottage rental - Secluded garden, BBQ area, sand pit, turf, shed

Secluded garden, BBQ area, sand pit, turf, shed

Location: County Donegal < Ireland

Nearest Airport: Belfast International at 120 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry: Belfast at 150 Kilometres
Nearest Train: Derry at 60 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: beach at 1 Kilometres
Car: necessary
If you long to get away from it all, then Donegal is the perfect spot. With soaring sea cliffs that plummet 300 metres, deserted white sandy beaches, jaw-dropping landscapes, excellent seafood and quiet cosy pubs, Donegal forces you to sit back, slow down and admire the view. But whether you want to opt for long rambling walks over rugged terrain, laze around on a scenic beach, or explore an ancient site, this spectacular county in Ireland’s North West corner is hard to beat. please check traditionalirishcottage.com This 1,200-acre park is the perfect spot for a family outing. Situated on the shores of Sheephaven Bay on the rugged Donegal coastline, it’s filled with woodland, rivers, picnic areas, sandy beaches, and play areas. Glenveagh National Park, County Donegal. This stunning park encompasses 14,000 hectares of mountain, raised bogland, lakes and woodlands dissected by the valley that gives the park its name. The Golden Eagle was reintroduced to the park in 2000.

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

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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
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Weekend Weekend
Night
Extra
Night
Monthly Minimum Stay
November/December Nov 1, 2009 - Dec 20, 2009 €425 - - - - - 3 Nights
Christmas/New Year Dec 21, 2009 - Jan 3, 2010 €825 - - - - - 1 Week
January/February Jan 9, 2010 - Feb 27, 2010 €295 - - - - - 3 Nights
March / April Feb 28, 2010 - Apr 4, 2010 €445 - - - - - 1 Week
Easter week Apr 5, 2010 - Apr 11, 2010 €745 - - - - - 1 Week
April / May Apr 12, 2010 - May 29, 2010 €445 - - - - - 1 Week
June May 30, 2010 - Jun 27, 2010 €645 - - - - - 1 Week
July / August Jun 28, 2010 - Aug 29, 2010 €745 - - - - - 1 Week
September / October Aug 30, 2010 - Oct 30, 2010 €645 - - - - - 1 Week
November / December Oct 31, 2010 - Dec 19, 2010 €445 - - - - - 3 Nights
Christmas / New Year Dec 20, 2010 - Jan 9, 2011 €895 - - - - - 1 Week

Additional information about rental rates

  • Halloween - Easter, Electricity charged at flat rate of 50 euro per week.
    Deposit of 20 % payable with booking.
    Breakage deposit of 100 euro payable on arrival or with booking. Refunded on leaving if paid on arrival or within 14 days of leaving if paid with booking.

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

Property Type:
  • cottage (detached)

Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering

Floor Area:
  • 1500 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • rural
  • near the ocean

Theme:
  • away from it all
  • family

General:
  • towels provided
  • central heating
  • linens provided

Kitchen:
  • oven
  • refrigerator
  • hob
  • clothes dryer
  • grill
  • washing machine
  • freezer
  • dish washer
  • microwave

Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 6 people

Dining:
  • dining area
  • child's highchair
  • seating for 6 people

Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 downstairs - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower
    Bathroom 2 upstairs - Shower, Toilet
  • Bathroom 1 downstairs with re-claimed Victorian tiled floor and Victorian double ended bath, WC and sink and tongue and groove panelling. Bathroom 2 upstairs with power shower, WC and sink.

Bedrooms:
  • 3 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 5 people
  • Bedroom 1 ground floor - 1 Baby Crib, 1 Queen
    Bedroom 2 upstairs - 1 Queen
    Bedroom 3 single/bunk - 1 Twin/ Single
  • Bedroom 1 with double bed and period furniture fully restored with lime-washed walls and electric stove. Bedroom 2 upstairs with double bed, dresser, wardrobe and views to the sea. Bedroom 3 with either single or bunk bed. Views over the fields.
Entertainment:
  • stereo system
  • satellite or cable
  • TV
  • CD
  • DVD
  • radio

Outside:
  • parking
  • garden
  • barbecue
  • sand box
  • 6 garden chairs

Suitability:
  • long term renters welcome
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • non smoking only
  • children welcome
  • pets considered

Local Activities:
  • cycling
  • mountain biking
  • golf
  • water skiing
  • wind-surfing
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • swimming
  • horseback riding
  • walking
  • sailing
  • fishing
  • surfing

Attractions:
  • ATM/bank
  • recreation center
  • forests
  • playground
  • churches
  • autumn foliage

Leisure Activities:
  • pier fishing
  • jet skiing
  • sound/bay fishing
  • freshwater fishing
  • bird watching
  • fly fishing
  • surf fishing
  • beachcombing
  • deepsea fishing
  • hiking
  • sight seeing
  • snorkeling

Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • restaurants
  • scenic drives

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

We have agreed preferential rates with the country's leading private aviation company www.eurojet.eu.com to make your stay in Laurel Cottage extra special and to save travelling time. Please contact us and we can provide a quote. Donegal airport is just 15 minutes from the cottage.

Other Activities: 4x4 off-road trails

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

Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in County Donegal, Ireland

Rating
5 out of 5

Fantastic cottage

Jenga Birmingham, England
Review Submitted: February 26, 2009 Date of Stay: February 2009
Having just spent a long weekend at the cottage, I can honestly say that it was a superb place. The cottage is beautifully restored but still has the modern facilities (dishwasher,d.v.d player, Heating!) to make it a comfortable place to relax, after days out exploring.
The cottage is situated in a great location for people who like walking as there is a national park nearby, but its also ideal for people loooking for a secluded sandy beach to chill out on, we visited in Feb, so it wasn't quite the sunbathing weather but the costal areas were pretty breathtaking even at that time of year. The cottage has lots of books about the surrounding area, which is really useful as it gives you some good ideas about what to do whilst there. I would highly recommend this cottage to anyone who is looking for a relaxing break away from it all.
Owner's Response: many thanks Jenga, glad you enjoyed you short break. Everyone seems to enjoy playing with the turf fire... and it really is close to something for everyone.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Best beaches in the world!

Fishmilla Devon
Review Submitted: September 29, 2009 Date of Stay: August 2009
Stayed here for a week at the beginning of September. Before we unlocked the door I was warned "look, it might not be like what it looked like on the website", but it was! We weren't too lucky with the weather but still climbed Errigal, caught fish off the rocks (and had them for tea) walked for hours every day on magnificent beaches and every night saw another amazing sunset. We also sat on our backsides in front of the turf fire or round the table in the beautiful has-everything kitchen and slept in cosy beds listening to the rain and wind outside. We had a most relaxing holiday (and am not often given to climbing mountains just cos they're there) in a handsomely designed and equipped cottage and I am looking forward to getting back as soon as possible.
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 1/1
Rating
4 out of 5

Lovely Donegal base in Falcarragh

Review Submitted: August 19, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2009
Stayed in this cottage in July and had a very nice time.
Myself my wife and daughter and 2 grandchildren. House was really comfortable and had every facility we needed. Especially enjoyed the turf fire, and although we didn't need it for the heat still lit it most nights for the atmosphere. Well equiped kitchen plenty of towels etc. Even games and books, a real home from home.
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 1/1
Rating
5 out of 5

Laurel Cottage, Donegal

Aoife Dublin Dublin
Review Submitted: June 25, 2009 Date of Stay: May 2009
We had a wonderful time in Laurel Cottage. We happened to get great weather and took the owner's advice re Marble Hill beach and absolutely fell in love.

The cottage is beautiful – the owners have thought of everything. It is in a location that is within close proximity to so many attractions. We mainly spent our time at the many different beaches in the surrounding area. And of course there is the wild & beautiful Glenveigh National Park. I will most definitely be returning to this beautiful cottage.
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 3/3
Rating
5 out of 5

The Perfect Taste of Ireland

Chazglen Ashton, MD, USA
Review Submitted: April 30, 2009 Date of Stay: January 2009
Just up from the Falcarragh Strand -- where the sea rolls in regimental perfection and giant perfectly formed waves arc and plunge into foam as they make their long journey to the shore -- Laurel Cottage sits high on a hill. At any time of the year (our group of 5 adults and one baby went in January) the comforts of the house are impervious to anything that might be going on outside since the more than one foot thick walls provide a gentle transition from whatever the weather might throw at you. It is truly the best of both worlds since it offers the antiquity of exposed stone walls, deep soaking tubs and a peat-burning fireplace as well as all the modern conveniences you could possibly imagine... yes, even a flat screen television and DVD player. Whenever we thought we might need something, we found that the house already had it! The town of Falcarragh is wonderful and boasts great pubs, shopping and an open air market where local produce is sold. If you want to feel like you're getting away from it all but still have IT ALL very close by, this is the perfect place. Thank you, Mark, for one of our best holidays!
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