Shannagh Cottage - Laghy, Donegal Town: A lovely south facing three bedroom cottage on a large landscaped property, surrounded by gentle, hilly landscapes. Close to the village of Laghy, and not far from Donegal Town, Murvagh Beach and golf club. A perfect location and an ideal touring base for exploring southern Donegal and surrounds.

Laghy

Shannagh Cottage :: Facilities

Shannagh Cottage :: Laghy, Donegal Town

Shannagh Cottage ::

Tariff 2008

The cottage is set well back from the road on an elevation, overlooking soft rolling green hills, with many patches of purples and pinks from blooming rhododendron, adding a splash of colour to the many shades of green. (In June.)

The cottage is a tastefully decorated three bedroom dwelling that can sleep up to eight adults. Each bedroom has a double bed, and there is also a double sleeper couch in the lounge.

A large fully fitted kitchen shares an open space with the dining room, and has a table with seating for six. Ablutions consist of a main bathroom, an en-suite, and a separate toilet next to the utility room.

The lounge has the traditional open fireplace, is furnished with two large sofas, and has A TV with DVD. There is also a separate flat screen TV available in each bedroom.

The perimeter of the property is fenced and surrounded by trees and shrubbery, with a large parking area to the side and front of the cottage. Most of the property is covered by a well kept lawn, with flower beds to the side and front, and the area is safe for children.

Situated some 6km east of the village of Laghy, and not far from Donegal Town, the cottage is well situated as a touring base for southern Donegal and surroundings.

Some local attractions:
Lough Derg, which is about 10km as the crow flies; is one of the oldest places of pilgrimage in the Christian World.
While Lough Derg has been renowned as a place of pilgrimage for hundreds of years, and is more commonly associated with penance and purgatory, pilgrims are more conscious these days of the spiritual atmosphere of the Island. In today's noisy and hectic world, people appreciate a haven of peace and tranquil.

Lough Eske, lies to the north; a beautiful ruined historical castle is now being renovated to a luxury hotel. Donegal is one of Ireland’s primary angling areas with many centres for salmon, sea and brown trout fishing, Lough Eske is one of the finest fishing loughs in the country.

Donegal Town  is the centre of activity for South Donegal. The town centre, the Diamond is where the Killybegs, Ballyshannon and Ballybofey roads converge and it is here that you are likely to meet almost anybody; usually with a smile on their face and a few ready words. The town dates back to Viking times when a fortress was established at the mouth of the river Eske. It is thought that this gave the town and ultimately the county its name, Dun na nGall, meaning "Fort of the Foreigners". It could also have been the earliest account of our reputation for hospitality !

Donegal Craft Village is only 1km south of Donegal Town and features innovative Irish craft including paintings, jewellery and ironmongery. Also the world famous Magee Tweed shop is located in the center of town.

Donegal Castle stands beside The Diamond overlooking the River Eske. Guided historical tours of Donegal Town take in the ruins of Donegal Abbey. The Waterbus is a great way of seeing the natural beauty of the area, touring the picturesque bay area during the summer months.

Murvagh Beach (Blue Flag) is situated on the south coast of Donegal and is located off the N15 south of Donegal town.
An extensive sandy beach, it is calm and sheltered. The extensive dune system in this area is a designated Special Area of Conservation.
The beach is lifeguarded from June 22- August 30 daily from 1230-1900 hrs.
Donegal Golf Club is on the Murvagh peninsula in Donegal Bay, hence it is generally known as Murvagh. The links is isolated from the outside world by a forest of evergreens washed on one side by the great Atlantic Ocean and by Donegal Bay on the others. It has a panoramic view of the Bluestack Mountains and the beach that runs along the Atlantic border is one of the finest in Ireland. (see image on right.)

Rossnowlagh - 'The Heavenly Cove' is regarded by many as the most scenic and dramatic beach in the whole of the Northwest. The beach has fantastic views of the Donegal Bay coastline including Slieve League the highest sea cliffs in Europe. Set in a 4km crescent of golden sand with the sparkle of shimmering waves breaking on the beach, it is popular for all kinds of watersports, board sailing, surfing and water skiing. The magnificent beach provides ideal conditions for safe bathing (with lifeguard patrols), walking, jogging and the invigorating fresh sea air. Close by, the Donegal Historical Society Museum is housed in the Franciscan Friary and is well worth a visit.

	euro per week
July/August/Easter	750
May/June/Sept/Oct	600
rest of year	600
weekend (2 nights)	400
bank holiday weekend (3 nights)	500
Christmas/New Year	900

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
- electricity included
- central heating included
- check in 4pm, check out 11am
- rental Sat – Sat except by special arrangement

Shannagh Cottage :: Contact Details
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