Holly Glen Cottage Ardara: The cottage is a recently constructed, modern, spacious dwelling situated approximately 2 miles from Ardara, and lies on an elevation just before the narrow valley through which the road rises to the spectacular Glengesh Pass. Four bedrooms to sleep eight and all the usual amenities, a quiet and peaceful location, and great views, all go to make for pleasant and comfortable accommodation.

Ardara

Holly Glen Cottage :: Facilities

Holly Glen Cottage :: Ardara, Donegal 

Holly Glen Cottage ::

Tariff 2008

The cottage lies approximately two miles south west of Ardara, off the road to Glencolumbkille and Carrick. It is situated on the lower slopes of a spur that rises to form a peak known as Crocknapeast,  at the entrance to the narrow valley, before the road winds up to the spectacular Glengesh Pass.

A short steep driveway at the entrance, brings one up to the elevated property, and the cottage. There are four bedrooms to sleep up to nine, with the two upstairs bedrooms each having an en-suite. The welcoming lounge has a lovely stone faced open fireplace, and an open entrance to a modern fully fitted kitchen.

The dining area is situated in the light filled sun-room, to the side of the kitchen. Just outside the sun-room, a sheltered patio area, with comfortable outdoor furniture, where depending on the weather, one can enjoy a barbeque, or a sun-downer with spectacular views.

The cottage is well insulated against the elements, and is fully double glazed, with oil fired central heating for the colder months. There are great views of the surrounding countryside from all the windows, especially from those that look south, up the Glengesh valley towards the pass.

Ardara is a picturesque village, situated at the centre of three peninsulas, and is set in a valley near the mouth of the Owentocker River, just before it enters Loughros-More Bay. Visitors can see the weaving centres where the world famous Donegal tweed is spun, and enjoy other crafts such as hand-knitting and embroidery. Visit the town Heritage Centre to find out more about the story of Donegal Tweed, from the shearing of the sheep to the manufacture and completion of the beautiful woven cloth.

Festivals of Ardara
May - The “Cup of Tae” Festival
Honouring the best musicians in traditional music with School of Music on most instruments. Four top concerts and Traditional music in all pubs.
June - Music Festival Weekend
Bands & selection of street music including Fri 1st : Robert Mizzel & Guests. Sat 2nd : Shaun Loughrey.
August - Ardara Agricultural Show
One of the top agricultural shows in Ireland.
October - The Ardara Traditional Irish Dancing Weekend
November - The Matchmaking Weekend
Incorporating Blind Date, Speed Dating & Matchmaking. Music in all pubs. Top bands including Robert Mizzel and Patrick Feeney.
January - Country & Western Music Festival
Featuring Top Irish Showbands & Dancing Classes & Country Music in all pubs.
March - The International Walking Festival
Ardara's renowned Walking Festival with Short, Medium & Strenuous walks. Céilí, Barn & Set Dancing nightly with schools of dance in Barn, Céilí and Sets throughout the day.

There are local attractions which are not to be missed when visiting this area. Some are listed here:
Iniskeel Island, with St Connell's Church and two Cross Slabs.
Lough Doon Ring Fort.
Kilclooney, Portal Dolmen.
Cloney Wood Forest walk.
Ardara Fort at Hillhead.
Maghera Caves.
Assaranca Falls near Maghera.
Glengesh Pass.
The Dorleens, Loughros Point.

	euro per week
July/August/Easter	800
May/June/Sept/Oct	600
rest of year	500
weekend (2 nights)	350
bank holiday weekend (3 nights)	450
Christmas/New Year	phone for availability

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

- linen supplied free of charge (please supply own towels)
- electricity by € 2 coin meter
- initial supply of fuel provided
- central heating included
- check in 4pm, check out 11am
- rental Sat – Sat except by special arrangement     

Holly Glen Cottage :: Contact Details
please mention DonegalCottageHolidays.com when contacting cottage owner