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Bayview Cottage - Rossnowlagh

Bayview Cottage is a beautiful modern cottage located on an elevated site in the popular seaside village of Rossnowlagh in South Donegal .The cottage is delightful, spacious, and enjoys wonderful panoramic views over Rossnowagh Beach towards Donegal Bay

Accommodation in the holiday homes comprises of 4 spacious bedrooms - two of which are ensuite. One of bedrooms has bunk beds, a comfortable sofa and a tv and makes an ideal second living room for kids of all ages. Continuing the family friendly theme there is a selection of board and computer games, a small pool table and an enclosed back lawn

Surrounding Area

The seaside village of Rossnowlagh is located on the rugged Atlantic coast between Donegal Town (15km) and Ballyshannon (8km). Often referred to as the "Heavenly Cove" the beach in this popular holiday resort is regarded by many as the most scenic and dramatic beach in County Donegal - a County renowned for its beautiful beaches

Set in a 4km crescent of golden sand with the sparkle of shimmering waves breaking on the shore, Rossnowlagh Beach is popular for all kinds of watersports including board sailing, surfing, water skiing and kite-surfing.  The magnificent blue flag beach also provides ideal conditions for safe bathing (with lifeguard patrols), walking, jogging and the invigorating fresh sea air.

Rossnowlagh boasts the Donegal Historical Society Museum, which houses a  collection of Irish instruments and Stone Age flints. The village also features impressive cliffs where visitors can enjoy scenic walks.

Local Amenities / Attractions

Surfing Rossnowlagh has some of the best surfing in the world and the European Championships have been held here a number of times
Golf - superb 18 hole links championship courses are located at Murvagh, near Donegal Town and  at Bundoran
Walking -  The Creevy Shore Walk is a purpose built coastal footpath 10 miles in length running from Rossnowlagh through Creevy to the mouth of the Erne Estuary. There is also some excellent long distance walks such as the Blue Stack Way and Baile na Gaeltachta [the Gaeltacht Way].
Donegal Town  (15km) is  of great historical interest and has numerous tourist attractions. Donegal Castle stands beside The Diamond, overlooking the River Eske. Guided historical tours of Donegal Town take place on a daily basis during the summer and the Waterbus takes you around Donegal Bay. The ruins of Donegal Abbey, situated on the bay, are open to the public.
Creevy Pier - for tours of Donegal Bay, including, Slieve League - the highest sea cliffs in Europe.
Horse-Riding There are several horse-riding and trekking establishments in the area where you can enjoy an afternoon on horseback, riding through some of Ireland's most beautiful scenery.
Cycling South Donegal abounds with small, winding roads which offer spectacular views around every corner and are ideal for cycling.
Angling - anglers can sample game, coarse and sea angling with sea angling boats available for local chartering. (The first salmon of the season is frequently caught in the nearby River Drowse)
Waterworld in Bundoran - one of Ireland's leading Indoor Aqua Adventure Playground is located on the seafront in Bundoran (10km)

Facilities & Living Space

Facilities

• 4 spacious bedrooms to sleep 8 comfortably
• 1 x master bedroom - en-suite -first floor - tv - sea views
• 1 x bedroom with double + single bunk beds - ensuite - first floor
• 1 x bedroom - bunk beds - ground floor - tv - 2 seater sofa
• 1 x double bedroom - ground floor
• elevated site with panoramic views of Rossnowlagh Bay
• bathroom with bath and overhead shower - ground floor
• main living room
• large windows provide panoramic views of Rossnowlagh Bay
• open fireplace
• comfortable furniture suite
• tv with satellite digibox (card required)
• dvd player and Bose ipod dock
• wood floor
• large kitchen with bright dining area
• fully fitted kitchen
• electric oven and ceramic hob
• dishwasher
• microwave
• fridge/freezer
• tiled floor
• dining table and 6 chairs
• washing machine, tumble dryer in separate utility
• outside clothes line, iron and ironing board
• cot, highchair and stairgate available
• bed linen provided free of charge
• oil fired central heating included
• enclosed back garden
• patio area with patio furniture and barbeque
• 5 minutes walk to Rossnowlagh blue flag beach
• 5 minutes walk to shops, pubs etc in Rossnowlagh
• quiet and peaceful location
• ideal touring base
• ample parking
• pets welcome

Living Space

  Kitchen

The spacious kitchen with dining area is fully equipped with everything you would expect to find in a luxury holiday home including:-

• dishwasher

• microwave

• electric oven and ceramic hob

• fridge/freezer

• ample crockery and cutlery

The bright dining area features a table and 6 dining chairs. The holiday home also has a washing machine and tumble dryer in an adjacent utility room.

  Living Room

The bright living room features large windows and glass patio doors which offer panoramic views over Rossnowlagh village towards Donegal Bay. From the comfort of the luxurious furniture suite you can just sit and watch this beautiful landscape The room has a wonderful open fireplace and is furnished with a  tv with a digibox (card required), a dvd player and a Bose iPod Dock.

  Bedrooms

The holiday home has 4 comfortable and bedrooms - all with wood floors. The spacious master bedroom on the first floor has excellent ensuite facilities. The room enjoys superb sea views. Also located on the first floor is an ensuite bedroom with a double + single bunk bed.  On the ground floor there are two bedrooms - a double and a room with bunk beds. These rooms are adjacent to the bathroom - which features a bath and overhead shower

  Spacious Interior

Bayview Cottage is very much a family friendly holiday home. The ground floor bedroom with bunk beds features a comfortable sofa and  a TV. A selection of board games and tv computer games are available - along with a small pool table. The enclosed back lawn is a safe playground for children.

Tariff

Booking Details

Booking deposit (non-refundable) of euro100 per week - with balance to be paid six weeks prior to the letting period

• check in 4pm, check out 11am

• rental Sat – Sat except by special arrangement

What's Included

• linen
• electricity
• central heating

What's Not Included

• towels

Availability Key

Availability for Bayview