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Curlew Cottage - Creeslough

Curlew Cottage is a four bedroom luxury cottage close to Ards Friary and overlooking Sheephaven Bay and Muckish Mountain. The 4 bed room property is finished to a very high standard and has a large lounge, dining room and a west facing conservatory. There is oil-fired central heating, a wood-burning stove and an outdoor patio area with loads of car parking space. The cottage is set in a large secure garden and is set well back from the road in a secluded, private setting close to Ards Forest Park.

Local Amenities

The cottage is well placed for exploring the local area. There are many restaurants and pubs within a 10 mile radius; these include the Shandon Hotel with its fabulous new Health Spa and pool and many restaurants and pubs in Dunfanaghy, Carrigart and Downings. There is something for everyone in this magical part of Donegal.

Places of Interest Close to Curlew Cottage:

Curlew Cottage is the perfect retreat for a peaceful and tranquil holiday and ideal for cyclists and walkers. There is something for everyone in this unspoilt part of Donegal.

Glenveagh National Park (including Glenveagh Castle and Formal Gardens) is home to red deer and birds of prey and is one of Ireland’s national treasures and a must-see for all visitors to Donegal is only 25 minutes drive from Creeslough.

Tory Island made famous by Derek Hill for its primitive painters and wild rugged scenery is an unforgettable day trip. Take the ferry from Magherarorty or Bunbeg: a 40 minute drive from Creeslough.

Ards Forest Park is only a 2 minute drive from the cottage: It has great forest walks, fabulous beaches and a picnic site and adventure playground for the children.

Fly fishing is on offer in Creeslough 3 miles from the cottage and for the more adventurous there is sea angling from the nearby port of Downings 15 miles away.

There are several first class golf courses within a 10 mile radius. Rossapena has two superb 18 hole championship courses including the brand new Sandy Hills Course. There is also an excellent 18 hole course in Dunfanaghy.

The local area provides excellent hill-walking for every level of hill-walker and horse riding is available in the nearby towns of Dunfanaghy and Carrigart.

The famous Glen Bar and Restaurant are only fifteen minutes drive away across Sheephaven Bay

Facilities & Living Space

Facilities

• 4 bedrooms to sleep 8 (all bedrooms are upstairs)
• bathroom on first floor comprising bath, wc, whb and corner shower
• separate ground floor cloak-room with toilet and wash-hand basin
• main living area has feature marble gas fireplace
• panoramic views over Sheephaven Bay and Muckish Mt
• surround sound satellite tv, cd/stereo, dvd
• fully fitted kitchen
• gas hob and electric double oven
• microwave, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher
• washing machine in separate utility room
• good drying facilities for fisher-men and hill-walkers
• outside clothes line, iron and ironing board
• cot, highchair and stairgate available by request
• patio area with patio furniture and barbeque
• 5 min drive to lovely sandy beach at Ards Forest Park
• quiet and peaceful location with superb sea views
• ideal touring base
• generous parking
• one well trained dog welcome
• 20 minutes from Letterkenny

Living Space

  Kitchen

The focal point of the kitchen is the cosy glass-fronted, solid fuel stove with oak over-mantle shelf. The kitchen has an old-world feel but with all the comforts of home.

• Gas hob and double electric oven

• Large fridge freezer

• Integrated 12 setting dishwasher

• Large capacity microwave / range of settings

• Kitchen table and four chairs

Washing machine: In adjoining utility room / good drying facilities for fisher-men, sailors and hill-walkers. An iron and ironing board are provided and there is an outdoor clothes line. From the kitchen window you can enjoy stunning views of Muckish Mountain and Ards Forest Park. The kitchen leads to the adjoining Dining Room.

  Living Room / Dining Room

The large living room faces to the front and side of the house and enjoys panoramic views over Sheephaven Bay and Lough Salt and Muckish Mountains in the distance. This room is fully carpeted, beautifully furnished and has a feature marble fireplace with an inset gas fire. It is elegantly furnished and benefits from surround sound satellite TV and a DVD player.

  4 Double Bedrooms

4 bedrooms to sleep 8 (all bedrooms are upstairs)

• 1x double bed-room with ensuite; views of Ards Forest Park

• 2x double bed-rooms with sea views

• 1x twin bed-room with views of forest

bathroom on first floor comprising bath, wc, whb and corner shower
separate ground floor cloak-room with toilet and wash-hand basin

  Outdoor Living / Timber deck patio with BBQ

The cottage has spectacular views of Sheephaven Bay and surrounding mountains and forests. There is a large secure, landscaped garden with a patio and barbecue area with wooden garden furniture. Very generous car parking for four plus cars.

Tariff

Booking Details

Booking deposit (non-refundable) of 150 per week - with balance to be paid 8 weeks prior to the letting period.

Refundable £/€ 100 damages deposit also payable

• luxury welcome pack on arrival for weekly rentals

• check in 3pm, check out 11am

This owner accepts PayPal

What's Included

• Bed linen
• Electricity, gas and solid fuel
• Central heating
• Complimentary Luxury Welcome Pack for weekly lets

What's Not Included

Please supply own towels

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