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Strand Cottage - Gortahork

Strand Cottage is a beautiful modern 4 bedroom holiday cottage that is blessed with a  wonderfully scenic location on the North West Donegal coastline at  Magheraroarty  - a location that is both secluded and yet convenient to all the main tourist attractions in this part of Donegal. The holiday home is situated on an elevated site overlooking Magheraroarty harbour and pier. From almost every window in the holiday cottage there are wonderful views - views that include  Inishboffin and  Tory island, the  Dooey Peninsula, Magheraroarty Strand, Ballyness Bay, Muckish Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean

Tory and Inishbofin Islands

A 10 minute walk from the front door of the holiday home will have you down on the waters edge. At the pier there are regular ferries to both Inishbofin (10 minute boat trip) and to Tory. Inishbofin is a small, enchanting island far removed from the hustle and bustle of modern-day life. It has beautiful white sandy beaches and unusual cliffs and caves. The island is a birdwatcher’s delight, supporting a population of the rare and elusive corncrake, while large numbers of barnacle geese fly in from the Arctic each autumn to remain for the winter. Tory Island is 9 miles off the mainland. It has been inhabited since the earliest times and is rich in archaeological and monastic sites and includes the remains of a round tower. Tory is famous for its school of ‘primitive’ painters who were encouraged by the internationally famous painter, the late Derek Hill.

Gaeltacht Region

Both Tory and Inisbofin are Irish speaking islands. Indeed the holiday home itself  is located in the heart of  one of Donegal's main Gaeltacht area - enabling the visitor to absorb the culture and heritage of this unique region where Irish is still the main everyday language.

North West Donegal

All around the cottage you will find rugged peninsulas, clean beaches and towering mountains. The visitor will find numerous peaceful roads, country lanes and mountain tracks to walk. West Donegal is famous for its natural beauty - from the majesty of Glenveagh National Park  to the wild Atlantic views along Bloody Foreland.  Magheraroarty Strand is a popular venue for windsurfing. There are 2 golf courses within a 20 minute drive of the holiday cottage -  at Falcarragh and Dunfanaghy.

The cottage is close to Errigal Mountain (hillwalking) and the Dunlewey Activity Centre.

Whether you come as a couple or family or in a group - a Donegal fáilte (welcome) awaits you at  beautiful Strand Cottage in Magheraroarty.

Facilities & Living Space

Facilities

• superb location on elevated site overlooking Magheraroarty pier and harbour
• 4 bedrooms to sleep 9
• bathroom with claw bath and shower unit - ground floor
• shower room with power shower - first floor
• main living room has open turf / wood burning fireplace
• luxury furniture suite
• patio doors leading out to Atlantic sea views
• tv, cd/stereo, dvd
• solid wood floor
• dining table and 6 chairs
• fully fitted kitchen with terracotta floor
• electric oven and gas hob
• microwave, large fridge/freezer,dishwasher
• washing machine, tumble dryer in separate utility
• iron and ironing board
• picnic bench available
• 0.5 km to the superb Magheroarty strand
• 10 minutes walk to traditional Irish pub
• 4km to shops, pubs etc in Gortahork
• quiet and peaceful location
• ideal touring base
• ample parking
• pets welcome
• 30min drive to Donegal Airport

Living Space

  Kitchen

The bright and spacious kitchen of the holiday home looks out over the dramatic coastline outside.  Facilities available include electric oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge freezer and gas hob. For convenience there is also a washing machine and tumble dryer available in a separate utility room.

  Living Area

The living room has 3 large windows and double patio doors which provide natural lighting from all directions. Views from the large glass patio doors sweep spectacularly over Magheraroarty Strand towards the wild  Atlantic Ocean beyond.

The living area is furnished in a very comfortable fashion with the open fireplace providing a focal point. For home entertainment there is a tv, video, stereo and dvd player.

  Bedrooms

The holiday home has 4 very comfortable, spacious and bright bedrooms – each with its own individual style.

• 1 x double bedroom - ground floor - superb sea views
• 1 x twin bedroom - ground floor - built in wardrobes
• 1 x master bedroom - first floor - superb sea views
• 1 x bedroom with double + single bed - first floor - superb sea views

There is a bathroom on the ground floor and a shower room on the first floor.

Tariff

Booking Details

Booking deposit (non-refundable) of euro150 per week - with balance to be paid six weeks prior to the letting period.

• check in 4pm, check out 11am
• rental Sat – Sat except by special arrangement
• credit card payments accepted (PayPal)

This owner accepts PayPal

What's Included

• bed linen, towels and toiletries
• electricity
• central heating

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