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Teach Tom - Gweedore

Teachtom Toms place, is a modern newly built home offering all the modern conveniences and facilities one would expect. Situated in a quiet and peaceful location in the Derrybeg area of Gweedore in West Donegal. The area lies within the Gaeltacht or Irish speaking area of the county. It is an area steeped in Irish history, tradition and culture, and would appeal to those having such an interest. Spectacular vistas of the surrounding hills and coastline can be enjoyed from the cottage, which has a conservatory to the rear, allowing one to enjoy the views in comfort. Just below the field in front of the house there is a little river where you can fish for brown trout.

The cottage is conveniently close to the main road running along Donegals West Coast the R257, allowing for quick and easy access to all areas by road, and making the cottage an ideal touring base from which to explore this unique and beautiful area.
Transport to the area is normally by road, but Donegal Airport is only 20 minutes drive away, and currently provides daily flights to-from Dublin Airport and 4 days a week flights to-from Glasgow-Prestwick Airport via Air-Arann. A car hire service is provided at the airport.

There are plenty of shops, banks, beauty salons, restaurants, pubs and hotels scattered around the area, and you will not need to travel far, whether for buying essentials from a supermarket or enjoying the local cuisine at a restaurant. Seafood a speciality. The local pubs invariably offer live traditional music at night, and in an area which is the heartland of musical talent like Clannad and Altan, this is well worth a visit.

Local activities

Swimming, surfing, scuba diving, fresh water and deep-sea angling, boating, in sail or motor, and on sea or lake.
Horse riding or pony trekking.
Golf, cycling, and the increasingly popular hill-walking.
 - Or one could just go for a quiet walk on a deserted beach...
On rainy days, the local leisure centre has a gym and a heated indoor swimming pool.

From the harbour pier at Bunbeg, daily boat trips to the islands of Tory and Gola are offered. subject to availability and weather conditions.

Mount Errigal

Mount Errigal, which is Donegals highest peak, and is visible from the area on a clear day, is only a 15 to 20 minute drive away, and apart from its imposing presence, is also a real challenge for anyone wishing to climb it. One is rewarded with sheer breathtaking views at the summit, and a sense of achievement on completing the climb. Just across the road passing the foot of Mt Errigal, is a lake where one can visit the Dunlewy Lakeside Centre. Here is much to keep the family entertained, with a childrens play area, a farmyard, a craft shop, a weaving house, audio-visuals, boat trips, etc. The centre hosts the Frankie Kennedy Winter School in late December, providing classes for experienced Traditional Irish Musicians.

Glenveigh National Park

Travelling further along this road the R251, will take one to a turnoff leading to the Glenveigh National Park and Visitor Centre. The park is an area of some 10,000 hectares of mountains, lakes, glens and  woodlands, with a protected herd of red deer. Administered by the Irish Tourist Board, the property originally belonged to a wealthy landowner, who built a Scottish style castle in the 1870s to serve as a hunting lodge, from where the host and guests would go on shooting parties to hunt the deer. The castle is surrounded by luxurious gardens, which contrast with the rugged surroundings. Access to the castle is by regular and frequent busses from the visitor centre, or you may opt to walk the mile or so along the lake shore to get there. Visits to the castle interior are strictly by guided tour.  Catering facilities at the visitor centre and a tea room at the castle provide welcome refreshment.

Facilities & Living Space

Facilities

• 3 bedrooms
• 3 bathrooms
• main front lounge has open fireplace
• tv, dvd and stereo radio-cd - extra tv in kitchen
• fully fitted kitchen
• electric hob and oven
• microwave, large fridge-freezer, dishwasher
• washing machine, tumble dryer
• outside clothes line, iron and ironing board
• conservatory adjoining kitchen
• spectacular views
• nearest beach at Port Arthur - a 5min drive
• quiet and peaceful location
• ideal touring base
• ample parking

Living Space

  Kitchen

The large, spacious, fully fitted kitchen is adjoined by an east facing conservatory offering spectacular panoramic views of the surroundings.
As one would expect, the kitchen appliances include, an electric hob and oven, a microwave, a large fridge freezer unit, and a  dishwasher. There is also a TV.
In a separate utility room, can be found, an iron and ironing board, and a washing machine and tumble dryer. The dining table, can seat up to eight.

  Living Room

The lounge has a traditional open fireplace, three seater and a two seater sofas upholstered in dark brown leather, a single arm-chair, and a coffee table.
The TV has a DVD player. There is also a CD-Radio stereo.
In addition to the fireplace, warmth is provided by oil-fired central heating which is included, and all windows are double glazed.

  Bedrooms

Three bedrooms provide sleeping for up to six adults.
Each bedroom has a double bed.
Two bedrooms are located upstairs and one bedroom is on the ground floor.
One of the upstairs bedrooms has an en-suite bathroom.

  Bathrooms

The main bathroom, has a bath, basin and toilet, with the bath having an overhead shower.
The upstairs en-suite has a basin, toilet and shower.
A ground floor bathroom has a basin toilet and shower.

Tariff

Booking Details

Non-refundable booking deposit of euro100 per week - with balance to be paid six weeks prior to the letting period.

What's Included

• bed linen
• electricity
• central heating
• towels, but not beach towels

What's Not Included

• beach towels