Burtonport is a compact fishing village nestled on the northwest coast of Ireland with a population, in the local vicinity, of about 1100 people. The village acquired its name from a wealthy English landowner of the time, Lord Burton Conynham. He established a jetty and a few other amenities at the location and called it "Burton's Port", hence the name "Burtonport".
There are a large number of islands visible off the coastline including Rutland, Arranmore and Innishfree. Arranmore, which is 3 miles (5 km) offshore, is the largest of these islands with a population of about 800 people and has a daily ferry service to and from the island from Burtonport.
Up until recent years Burtonport was a thriving fishing port, however due to the decline in fish stocks over the years and strict fishing quotas, the harbour area is now being developed for the tourism industry with facilities for water sports and boating enthusiasts.
The Burtonport Festival takes place towards the end of July and is then followed by the "Mary from Dungloe Festival" - an international event, drawing participants from all around the globe. The festival runs for ten fun-filled days of music, song, Irish dance and traditional entertainment most of which is free and live on the busy streets of Dungloe.

Johnston's Cottages - Burtonport, Donegal, Ireland
Newly built 3 bedroom cottages in the style of old Irish cottage, located on the on hillside overlooking Dunglow Bay, Keadue Bay & Aranmore, close to the fishing port of Burtonport and the town of Dungloe. Nearby there is a walking trail with excellent walks and the cottage land runs down to the large lake Wasker with its excellent freshwater fishing. This is the ideal base for your family holiday in Donegal with ferry services to Aranmore Island and centrally located to visit the scenic coastline.
3 bedrooms - sleeps up to 6  - lovely sea views - great sea and lake fishing - ideal touring base
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Teach Táig - Burtonport - Donegal, Ireland
A delightful and charming 3 bedroom cottage just 1km from Burtonport, and about 8km from Dungloe. Lovely enclosed rear deck area. close to Burtonport pier, the beaches, and coves, seafood restaurants, the Aranmore island ferry, Donegal airport.  A good location for touring west Donegal. There is an enclosed wood deck area to the rear.
3 bedrooms - sleeps up to 6  - enclosed wood deck area - 1km to Burtonport - ideal touring base for west Donegal
     

Teachin Róise - Burtonport - Donegal Ireland
This tastefully restored traditional Irish cottage is located in the lakeland area just east of the fishing port of Burtonport. The cottage occupies a large, mature, private site and has been part of this west Donegal landscape for a few generations. The interior largely maintains the layout of the original 1903 cottage with the addition of a large bathroom and modern comforts such as central heating and satellite tv. The nearby lakes have won recognition from anglers, while there are walking trails through wonderfully wild and bracing countryside. Closer to the house, those rugged grounds have been tamed to include a landscaped garden with neat lawns and shrubs. Teachín Róise offers everything needed for rest and relaxation in a peaceful rural setting.
2 bedrooms - sleeps up to 6  - beautifully restored traditional cottage - large private site - 3 min drive to Burtonport
            pets welcome          traditional cottage       new listing 20/3/2008