Buncrana is located at the mouth of the Crana River on the east bank of Lough Swilly. The town's Irish name means "Foot of the River Crana" and one of its delights is the walk under beech, maple and lime trees beside the brown waters of the River Crana. It is the principal town of the Inishowen Peninsula and has a wide range of shops, bars, hotels and restaurants. A new car ferry service, in operation June - September, connects Buncrana with Rathmullan on the opposite side of the Lough.

The town has a modern, fully equipped Leisure Centre complete with heated indoor swimming pool. Close to the Leisure Centre, along the seafront walk, a new kids play area with an all-weather surface, has recently been built and this superb free facility can provide hours of entertainment for children of all ages. For the golf enthusiast there is a small 9 hole course within the town boundary while the 18 hole course at Lisfannon is a short 5 min. drive along the coast. The Crana is probably one of the finest salmon fishing rivers in the northwest and day licences are available from the local angling club.

Every year, usually the last week in July - first week of August, the town holds it's annual music festival which usually runs for seven days and seven nights and finishes off with a huge fireworks display on the banks of Lough Swilly.

The town also features a cinema, fabulous shorefront walks, Tullyarvan Mill Arts Centre and a range of shops and restaurants to suit all tastes.

Sandymount - Ludded, Buncrana - Inishowen, Donegal, Ireland
A lovely two-floor semi-detached 3 bedroom cottage situated in a secure estate in the Ludden area of Buncrana. Sleeps six. Within walking distance of the "White-Strand Beach", the "Harbour Inn" Hotel, with its restaurant and bar, and a 2 min drive from the North West Golf Club. This is an ideal holiday base for exploring the numerous attractions and unspoilt countryside of the Inishowen Peninsula.
3 bedrooms - sleeps 6 - 3 min drive to Buncrana - great touring base - close to Lisfannon Golf Course and Swilly Ferry

    new listing 12/01/2008

Buncrana Holiday Home - Inishowen, Donegal, Ireland
new 5 bedroom holiday home to sleep 11 situated just outside the picturesque town of Buncrana, offers sweeping views over Lough Swilly and the surrounding countryside. An ideal touring base for the larger group who wish to explore the beautiful Inishowen Peninsula. 
5 bedrooms - sleeps 10 - newly built holiday home - 15 mins walk from Buncrana town centre 

     sea view    5 bedrooms

Bankhead Cottages - Buncrana, Inishowen, Donegal, Ireland
These are two traditional style Irish stone cottages that have been renovated and refurbished to afford comfortable, modern living. The cottages are set in a quiet rural area, where only the sounds of sheep can be heard occasionally. Magnificent views of the surrounding countryside, especially Lough Swilly are visible. The beach and the town of Buncrana are less than 2km away.
3 bedrooms - sleeps 9 - traditionally styled holiday homes - ideal touring base for Inishowen Peninsula
  sea view     pets welcome    

Weavers Cottage - Buncrana, Inishowen - Donegal Ireland
Situated some 3km from the centre of Buncrana off the (R238) road to Carndonagh. The cottage lies in a secure, south facing property with a well established, landscaped, secluded and mature garden. Tall neat hedges around the perimeter add to the sense of privacy. The property is well maintained and is tastefully decorated and furnished throughout.
4 bedrooms - sleeps 8 - spacious holiday home - 5 mins drive from Buncrana centre 

         4 bedrooms    

Haemathon's Way - Cockhill, Buncrana - Donegal, Ireland
Newly renovated 2 bedroom cottage located 2km outside the town of Buncrana, near the beautiful shores of Lough Swilly. The cottage is set amongst mature, landscaped, well-maintained gardens with private patio area to the rear of the property. This is an ideal holiday base for exploring the numerous attractions and unspoilt countryside of the Inishowen Peninsula.
2 bedrooms - sleeps 4 - 2 min drive to Buncrana - great touring base - short drive to Lisfannon Golf Course and Swilly Ferry
     pets welcome   

Harbour Cottage - Ludden, Buncrana - Inishowen, Co. Donegal, Ireland
A recently renovated 3 bedroom cottage, situated in the Ludden area about 2km from the centre of Buncrana and conveniently close to the beach, hotel, shop and the North West golf course at Lisfannon. The town of Buncrana has perhaps the finest outdoor children's play area in the country and together with its community swimming pool, fine walks and excellent salmon fishing, is an ideal spot for your family holiday in the northwest of Ireland.
3 bedrooms - sleeps 6 - 1 min walk to beach - 10 mins walk from Buncrana centre - close to Lisfannon Golf Course
     pets welcome    

An Teach Carraig - Drumfries, Buncrana - Inishowen, Donegal, Ireland
A fabulous luxury dwelling, set on a substantial property in a quiet and peaceful location on the lower slopes of Meenaward Hill, off the R238, about 7km north east of Buncrana, and 2km south west from the Drumfries intersection. Fantastic views all round. Ideal for a large family or group; with sleeping accommodation for up to sixteen. The home is well designed for thermal efficiency, and has under floor geothermal central heating.
4 bedrooms - sleeps 16 - 10 min drive to Buncrana - ultra luxurious specification - 15 min drive to Ballyliffin Golf Club
         4 bedrooms / sleeps 16      Failte Ireland Approved