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Rowan Cottage Inch Island:
Set in a
lovely, quiet and peaceful location, surrounded on three sides by
rolling hills and a front view of Lough Swilly; - with nothing to
disturb the quiet, but the occasional sounds of sheep or gulls. A
perfect retreat from the bustle and stress of the city. Suitable for a
small family, or perhaps, creative individuals; such as writers and
artists who need time alone to form new ideas... |
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 Rowan Cottage :: Facilities
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3 bedrooms to sleep 6
a. ground floor double bed
b. upstairs double bed & en-suite
c. upstairs two single beds |
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main bathroom with bath, overhead shower, basin & toilet
en-suite with basin shower & toilet |
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main living area has fireplace with stove/range |
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tv, dvd |
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fully fitted kitchen |
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electric hob and oven |
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microwave, fridge/freezer,
dishwasher |
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washing machine, tumble dryer |
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outside clothes line,
iron and ironing board |
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cot,
highchair and stair gate available on request |
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bed linen provided free of charge |
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oil fired central heating included |
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patio area with patio furniture and barbeque |
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300 metres to lovely
sandy beach |
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15 min drive to shops, pub etc (in Buncrana) |
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rural, quiet and peaceful location |
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ideal
touring base |
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ample parking |
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pets
welcome  |
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nearest shop & garage - Bradleys at Fahan 10
min drive |
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Originally built in 1906 as one of a pair of
council houses (with the first slate roof in the area to replace the
traditional thatch) - extensively renovated in 2006, the cottage is
now just over 101 years old, and retains much of its older character and
charm. A large spacious, modern kitchen was added to the rear of the
cottage, allowing more room in the "living room" for it to function as a
separate lounge area. There are three bedrooms to sleep up to six, with
a main bathroom and a separate en-suite. The fireplace area in the
lounge still has its traditional old stove, which is now just used for
heating the house instead of its original function as a cooker. (The
house does have oil fired central heating as well.)
Set in a lovely quiet, and peaceful location, on the western
shore of Inch Island, which really is an island; it is surrounded
by the waters of Lough Swilly, w ith
only two causeways to connect it to the mainland. It may be suitable for
a small family, but is also an ideal place for individuals who are
artistic, and who need the silence and solitude to inspire and to
replenish those creative talents; - whether it be music, painting or
writing...
The island is home to an important population of migratory birds
and wintering waterfowl. Whooper Swan, Greenland white Fronted Goose and
Greylag Goose occur in numbers of international importance. This is the
area where the swans make their Irish landfall in autumn on their return
from breeding grounds in Iceland. There are some excellent vantage
points from which to view these majestic birds.
On the southern extremity of the island are the ruins of the15th
century Inch Castle, which was one of many castles in the area owned by
the then powerful O'Doherty family, and was also connected with the
Flight of the Earls. There is also a more recent fort;- erected in
in 1813, and one of five around the Lough, built originally as defensive
positions after fears of a French Invasion during the Napoleonic wars.
This was later strengthened and modified later in the 19th century, and
was last occupied during the second world war.
Apart from bird watching, other activities on the island may include
hill-walking and rambling, and swimming. There is a fine sandy beach on
the south western shore with some scenic drives. Horse and pony riding
are available; with the owner able to provide his own ponies.
Just south of the island, on the mainland, one can take a fifteen minute
drive to the Griannan of Aileach, an ancient stone ring fort or "rath"
on top of a tall hill, from which magnificent panoramic views of the
surroundings, including up to three counties and Inch Island are to be
seen.
Access to the island is by road, the main turnoff being at Tooban,
and another turnoff near Burnfoot, both on the main road between
Buncrana and Derry, the two largest towns in the area.
At Fahan, a ten minute drive away, one can drive to the top of the hill
and see an impressive view of Inch Island. (see below). Fahan has a
yacht marina, the Railway Tavern pub and restaurant and the highly
recommended St John's Restaurant. At a bend in the road near the
Rectory, an ancient, 7th century early Christian stone cross, known as
St Mura's cross, can be seen in the old churchyard. |
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